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Williams WBCF50-SS 50kg 13 Grid Reach-In Blast Chiller Freezer

SKU: WBCF50-SS

£7,768.00(£9,321.60 inc VAT)
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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 2
  • In the event of equipment failure an engineer will be sent for an onsite repair 2
  • Equipment can be connected to a three phase power supply – must be installed by a competent person
  • Equipment that should be connected to a suitably rated outlet - must be installed by a competent person
  • This product is Made in Britain
  • Item weighs over 100kg and will need care and planning to get into position kg

The Williams WBCF50-SS is a reach-in blast chiller and freezer designed to handle both blast chilling and blast freezing within a single cabinet. With a 50kg load capacity across a 13-grid configuration, it is built around the structured cook-chill and cook-freeze workflows that characterise serious production kitchens — where cold chain consistency across repeated daily cycles is a practical requirement, not an optional extra.

In high-volume kitchens, recovery between loads matters as much as headline capacity. Williams' AirSmart airflow system distributes cold air uniformly across the load rather than concentrating cooling at a single point, which helps protect food quality and texture through the chilling process — particularly relevant when handling delicate preparations alongside denser protein dishes. The cabinet is rated for use in elevated ambient temperatures, which is a meaningful advantage in kitchens where the surrounding environment runs warm and lesser units begin to struggle. R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant keeps the unit in line with current environmental standards while supporting efficient operation over time.

Day-to-day, the design offers some practical operational advantages worth noting:

  • Soft and hard chill modes let operators match the cycle to the food type without manual guesswork
  • Simple 1-2-3 control panel reduces the training burden on kitchen staff across shift changes
  • Full stainless steel construction supports the hygiene and cleaning standards required in professional kitchens
  • Self-closing door limits temperature fluctuation between loading cycles
  • R290 refrigerant meets current environmental compliance requirements and supports lower running costs

Installation requires adequate clearance on all sides to allow heat from the refrigeration cycle to dissipate — restricted ventilation will affect both performance and long-term reliability. As a reach-in unit, sufficient floor space is needed for full door swing and practical loading access. Electrical supply requirements should be confirmed before installation is planned. If this cabinet is being integrated into an existing cook-chill line, it is worth reviewing the wider workflow — regen capacity, storage scheduling, and batch volumes — at the same time rather than treating the chiller as a standalone addition.

The WBCF50-SS is well suited to mid-to-large catering operations where cook-chill or cook-freeze production runs regularly through the week: contract caterers, hotel and events kitchens, hospital catering units, and larger restaurant or pub group operations are all typical users. For smaller sites with lower daily throughput, a reduced-capacity model is likely to be a more proportionate fit. For central production units operating at significant scale, or operations with consistently high batch volumes, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty or multi-cabinet configuration would better match demand.

If you are working out how this cabinet fits into your production process, or want to sense-check whether the 50kg capacity is the right match for your operation, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit.

Frequently asked questions

Is the 50kg capacity suitable for our daily production volume?

The 50kg load capacity is typically well matched to mid-to-large catering operations running structured cook-chill production — contract caterers, hotel kitchens, and hospital catering units being common examples. If your daily batch volumes are consistently at the upper end or you are running multiple cycles back-to-back under pressure, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity or multi-cabinet setup would give you more operational headroom.

What are the key installation requirements for this cabinet?

The WBCF50-SS needs adequate clearance on all sides to allow heat from the refrigeration cycle to dissipate freely — restricted airflow around the cabinet will reduce performance and can shorten the unit's service life. You will also need to confirm your electrical supply against the unit's requirements before planning installation, and ensure sufficient floor space for full door swing and practical loading access.

Can this cabinet handle both blast chilling and blast freezing in the same workflow?

Yes — the WBCF50-SS is designed as a combined blast chiller and freezer, so it can handle both functions within a single cabinet. This makes it practical for operations that need to chill batches to safe refrigeration temperatures on some cycles and blast freeze for longer-term storage on others, without requiring two separate units to manage the two processes.
Williams WBCF50-SS 50kg 13 Grid Reach-In Blast Chiller Freezer

£7,768.00(£9,321.60 inc VAT)

£7,768.00(£9,321.60 inc VAT)

The Williams WBCF50-SS is a reach-in blast chiller and freezer designed to handle both blast chilling and blast freezing within a single cabinet. With a 50kg load capacity across a 13-grid configuration, it is built around the structured cook-chill and cook-freeze workflows that characterise serious production kitchens — where cold chain consistency across repeated daily cycles is a practical requirement, not an optional extra.

In high-volume kitchens, recovery between loads matters as much as headline capacity. Williams' AirSmart airflow system distributes cold air uniformly across the load rather than concentrating cooling at a single point, which helps protect food quality and texture through the chilling process — particularly relevant when handling delicate preparations alongside denser protein dishes. The cabinet is rated for use in elevated ambient temperatures, which is a meaningful advantage in kitchens where the surrounding environment runs warm and lesser units begin to struggle. R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant keeps the unit in line with current environmental standards while supporting efficient operation over time.

Day-to-day, the design offers some practical operational advantages worth noting:

  • Soft and hard chill modes let operators match the cycle to the food type without manual guesswork
  • Simple 1-2-3 control panel reduces the training burden on kitchen staff across shift changes
  • Full stainless steel construction supports the hygiene and cleaning standards required in professional kitchens
  • Self-closing door limits temperature fluctuation between loading cycles
  • R290 refrigerant meets current environmental compliance requirements and supports lower running costs

Installation requires adequate clearance on all sides to allow heat from the refrigeration cycle to dissipate — restricted ventilation will affect both performance and long-term reliability. As a reach-in unit, sufficient floor space is needed for full door swing and practical loading access. Electrical supply requirements should be confirmed before installation is planned. If this cabinet is being integrated into an existing cook-chill line, it is worth reviewing the wider workflow — regen capacity, storage scheduling, and batch volumes — at the same time rather than treating the chiller as a standalone addition.

The WBCF50-SS is well suited to mid-to-large catering operations where cook-chill or cook-freeze production runs regularly through the week: contract caterers, hotel and events kitchens, hospital catering units, and larger restaurant or pub group operations are all typical users. For smaller sites with lower daily throughput, a reduced-capacity model is likely to be a more proportionate fit. For central production units operating at significant scale, or operations with consistently high batch volumes, it is worth considering whether a heavier-duty or multi-cabinet configuration would better match demand.

If you are working out how this cabinet fits into your production process, or want to sense-check whether the 50kg capacity is the right match for your operation, the team is happy to talk it through before you commit.