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About ice cream display cases

Types of Ice Cream Display Cases

Commercial ice cream display cases come in various styles, each designed to enhance the beauty of the product, keep it at the appropriate temperature, and fit different business layouts. These types include:

  • Horizontal Display Cases

    These are open-top cases used for scoops and tubs; they are typically found in ice cream shops, restaurants, or anywhere ice cream is served. Customers have easy access to the product, encouraging self-service.

  • Vertical Display Cases

    These are upright cases; they are ideal for pre-packaged ice cream products like boxes or cones. These are found in supermarkets or convenience stores, where space efficiency is essential. These cases generally come with glass doors for security and may include several adjustable shelves for flavor variety.

  • Scoop-Over-Self Cases

    These cases include a refrigerated compartment on top for storing the ice cream tubs, with a self-serve counter that allows customers to scoop their own ice cream. You will mostly find these models in buffets or restaurants.

  • Gelato Display Cases

    these are designed specifically for gelato, a denser and creamier ice cream. Because of its texture, gelato needs a slightly lower temperature, and these cases can keep gelato at that temperature while still looking beautiful with curved glass to enhance the display.

  • Blast Freezer Display Cases

    These are used to rapidly freeze ice cream after production. Common in manufacturing settings, they help maintain quality by preventing ice crystals from forming in the product.

Features of Ice Cream Display Cases

Ice cream fridge cabinets are created with features that serve the purpose of keeping ice creams cold while presenting them attractively.

  • Refrigeration System

    The display case's cooling system must attain a temperature lower than 0°C (32°F) for ice cream preservation. The most often used method of refrigeration is hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants that have been superseded by hydrocarbon refrigerants due to environmental issues with HFCs. Strong refrigeration systems are also used for blast freezers.

  • Insulation

    To maintain a low temperature, the cases have thick insulation layers. Another tough insulating material commonly used is polyurethane foam, which helps keep the cold air inside, particularly in warm weather or busy settings.

  • Glass Panel Design

    The front and sides of the ice cream display case are made of glass so customers can see the flavors. This encourages them to make purchases because of the tempting view.

  • Energy-Efficient LED Lighting

    Ice cream case display models use LED lighting to attractively showcase the product without generating too much heat. Unlike other lights, LEDs do not warm the ice cream, allowing it to stay at the required temperature while illuminating even the most beautiful colors and shapes of the ice cream.

  • Self-Closing Glass Doors

    These doors reduce cold air loss and are useful for areas with high traffic. There are also cases with a lock to increase security for stored ice creams when the owner is not around.

  • Digital Temperature Control

    The users then maintain the ideal temperature for ice cream through easy access to a digital temperature display. Some high-end models include alerts for abnormal situations or allow for better preservation of different products, such as gelato.

Commercial Uses of Ice Cream Display Cases

  • Ice Cream Shops

    Ice cream businesses store and beautifully show numerous flavors using horizontal ice cream display cabinets. Refrigerant types work optimally for commonly used scoop ice creams.

  • Supermarkets

    Supermarkets keep packaged ice creams in vertical display cases. These cases maximize storage by having many shelves and help the ice creams stay at the right temperature.

  • Restaurants

    Ice creams are served for desserts in restaurants and need an appropriate case to store them. Depending on the situation, scoop-over-self cases or other types are integrated into kitchen areas or dessert stations.

  • Buffets

    Breakfast and other meals that include self-serve ice cream use scoop-over-self display cases. These facilitate customer serving while preserving ice cream at the right temperature.

  • Specialty Dessert Shops

    Stores selling gelato, frozen yogurt, or other frozen treats need cases tailored for their specific desserts. Gelato cases keep gelato cold while looking good with curved glass fronts.

  • Cafés and Coffee Shops

    Many coffee places that serve frozen goodies have compact ice cream display cabinets. These cases fit into the shop design while keeping ice cream at the right temperature.

  • Food Trucks

    Food trucks serving ice cream or frozen yogurt require portable display cases. These keep the product cold and fit into the limited space on trucks.

  • Ice Cream Manufacturing Facilities

    Ice cream producers use blast freezer display cases right after making ice cream. This rapid freezing maintains quality by stopping ice crystals and preserving texture.

How to Choose Ice Cream Display Cases

Ice cream display fridges must be chosen based on the client's or business's needs, including the kind of ice cream, the amount of ice cream, and the space available.

  • Storage Needs

    This depends on whether scooped ice cream, gelato, or packaged ice cream will be stored and displayed. Horizontal cases are better for tubs of ice cream, while gelato display cases are specifically made for gelato. Packaged ice creams need vertical cases to maximize storage space.

  • Size and Space

    The available area will determine the optimal case size. Larger horizontal units need more room than vertical island cases, which are more compact. Ice cream businesses should consider the height of the case, which in some instances may be inconvenient to reach.

  • Display and Design

    A display case should have a stylish design to attract customers. Ice cream's lovely colors and patterns can be shown using curved glass and LED lighting. A well-designed case catches the customer's eye and encourages ice cream purchasing.

  • Energy Efficiency

    It will help bring down the power bill, especially when ice creams must be kept at the right temperatures for a long time. In addition to insulation, self-closing doors aid in keeping the cold air inside the case, reducing energy use.

  • Budget

    In terms of price, think about how much must be spent versus what value it brings, taking into account initial costs and possible energy savings over time.

Q&A

Can ice cream display cases maintain the quality of ice cream?

Ice cream display cases are designed to keep ice cream at the right temperatures, which helps it maintain its consistency and flavor. These cases have strong cooling systems and insulation to keep the ice cream frozen, even in warm conditions or when many people are around. A digital temperature control system allows the user to set the ideal temperature for different kinds of ice cream.

Are ice cream display cases energy-efficient?

Many new models of ice cream display cases are energy-efficient. They use LED lights instead of regular lighting, which doesn't produce as much heat, and have better insulation to keep cold air inside. Self-closing glass doors also cut down how hard the cooling system has to work to keep the right temperature.

How do you decide what kind of ice cream display case to get?

The choice of an ice cream display case depends on the type of ice cream being stored and the space available. Horizontal cases work well for scooped ice creams and tubs; gelato cases are best for gelato desserts. Vertical cases are ideal for places with limited floor space.

How do ice cream display cases stay warm in high temperatures?

Ice cream display cases have strong cooling systems and thick insulation to keep ice cream frozen in warm conditions. The cooling system always keeps the inside temperature lower than outside, and the insulation keeps cold air from escaping.

What features make display cases good for showcasing ice cream?

Showy display cases have curved glass, LED lighting, and an open design that allow customers to see and reach the ice cream easily. Bright, clear lights make the ice cream's colors and styles easy to see, and the glass lets customers watch different flavors.