BHS-G 3-Door Freezer Counter for GN1/1 Containers

A three-door freezer counter built to hold gastronorm GN1/1 containers keeps prepared ingredients at deep-freeze temperatures ready for service. The unit uses forced-air refrigeration: a fan circulates cold air across the evaporator coil and through the chamber, pulling heat out of the food faster than still air would. The air is then reheated slightly by the compressor and sent back through the coil, repeating the cycle until the set temperature is reached and held. This method gives even cooling across every shelf and prevents hot spots that could spoil stock or ice up the interior.

The operator loads GN1/1 containers onto the removable rail supports, sets the digital controller to the desired temperature between -21 °C and -14 °C, and closes the doors. The display shows the current chamber temperature and the unit maintains it automatically. When the doors are opened, the fan stops to prevent cold air spilling out; when they close, the fan restarts and the cycle resumes. Automatic defrosting runs on a timer to clear frost from the coil without manual intervention; a manual defrost setting is also available for deeper cleaning. Condensate is evaporated inside the chamber, so no external drain is needed.

The casing is made of stainless steel, including the 40 mm worktop and 50 mm rear upstand. Removable rail supports and magnetic door gaskets allow the interior to be cleaned quickly. The cooling chamber's bottom is recessed to contain spills, and the polyurethane insulation is 50 mm thick to reduce heat gain. Heated door frames prevent condensation on the external surfaces. The compressor compartment is mounted on the left-hand side and can be ordered on the right if needed. Height-adjustable stainless-steel legs are standard; castors are an optional alternative.

A power rating of 0.575 kW indicates the load the unit places on the electrical circuit. The 230 V requirement matches a standard single-phase supply found in most professional kitchens. The 440 L volume shows how much frozen stock the counter can hold at once, while the 1840 × 700 × 850 mm footprint determines the floor space it occupies. The temperature range of -21 °C to -14 °C is suitable for long-term storage of frozen ingredients and pre-prepared dishes, but not for blast-freezing fresh items.

Cleaning involves removing the rail supports and door gaskets, wiping down the stainless-steel interior and worktop, and checking that the condensate evaporation system is clear. The digital controller should be kept dry, and the compressor compartment left unobstructed to allow airflow.

The unit is available with the compressor on the left or right side, and with either adjustable legs or castors. It is designed to operate in ambient temperatures up to +32 °C, making it suitable for most commercial kitchens.

The counter is categorised as a refrigeration appliance for professional catering, placed alongside other GN-compatible storage units in the catalogue.