If you're running a business that cannot manage without refrigeration, you're probably working hard to keep your costs down. The way you approach using features such as cool rooms can have a significant impact on your energy bills. Following a few tips from installation through to maintenance is an easy way to save money on your refrigeration.

Choose your size and location wisely

Wherever possible, try not to place your refrigerator in an area where it's constantly working overtime to combat warm conditions outside. A prime example of this is placing yours next to a radiator or in the middle of a busy kitchen. The cooler the area your fridge is in, the less energy it will use staying cool. Additionally, when choosing the size, consider your stock carefully and focus on whether you overload the fridge. While you shouldn't buy one that's too big, cramming everything into one that's too small prevents cool air from circulating freely, which then results in higher energy bills.

Control the temperature sensibly

Before using your fridge, check the foods you'll store in it to see how cool they should be. Don't aim for the coldest temperature possible, as every degree Celsius you save reduces your energy use by two percent. If you can save a degree and still store your food safely, do so. 

Organise your loading and unloading tasks

If you leave the fridge door open while you load and unload food in a haphazard manner, you're forcing the temperature control to work overtime by introducing external temperatures to its internal environment. Make unloading tasks easier by taking the right amount of storage boxes with you that are ready to use when you open the door. Similarly, when you receive a delivery, make sure all the food is within easy reach of the refrigerator for when you place it inside. Every minute you save will soon accumulate to financial savings too.

Engage in routine cleaning and maintenance tasks

Cleaning the condenser unit according to the manufacturer's recommended timescale ensures your fridge cools itself efficiently rather than battling to maintain the right temperature. Additionally, turning to a company that maintains commercial refrigerators will prevent parts from malfunctioning rapidly, allowing you to save money on repairs. Additionally, when your fridge or cool room's parts are in full working order, they won't use an unnecessary amount of energy.

With a little routine attention, making sure you keep your business's food cool without running high energy bills becomes simple.