Most businesses use their modular cold room regularly throughout the day to keep food fresh and preserve leftovers. But with rising energy prices, profit margins are squeezed, and the efficiency of your modular cold room really matters. We should ask ourselves, are our modular chillers eco-friendly?
The six factors that influence the energy consumption of a modular freezer room in the UK are:
1. Size: Larger freezers consume more energy.
2. Insulation: Insulation’s thickness and quality affect the energy needed to maintain the desired temperature.
3. Usage: The frequency of door openings, the amount of product stored, and the time the door is open all impact energy consumption.
4. Temperature set point: The higher the temperature set point, the more energy is required to maintain it.
5. Equipment efficiency: Energy-efficient equipment, such as low-energy refrigeration systems, can dramatically reduce energy consumption.
6. Maintenance: Regular maintenance and cleaning of equipment can improve its efficiency and reduce energy consumption
In a typical modular cold/freezer room, the refrigeration system runs for around 60% of the time, depending on the above factors. The systems consume between 1kw to 3kw, so based on 0.27p kWh, an average cold room will run for 14 hours and cost between £4 to £12 per day.
So, as you can see, the cost of running a commercial modular fridge/freezer in the UK can vary greatly depending on these important factors. To get a more accurate estimate for your specific situation, you can use our simple calculation as a guide
# kwh (Refrigeration system energy consumption)
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# pence per kilowatt hour (charged by the electric company)
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24 (hours)
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60% (typical system running time)
We hope thisarticle gives you an idea of how much it might cost to run a modular cold room freezer in the UK.
Carbon reduction is crucial to us at Refrigeration Hire, and we have a strict target to reduce our environmental impact to net zero by 2025.
We are working towards this by monitoring our carbon and taking active steps to reduce it in all areas, including helping. We only hire the most modern and efficient refrigeration systems with the highest-grade insulation.
Our Govi refrigeration motors are A+ rated and consume 1kwh when running, which is exceptionally efficient and comparable to many household appliances. Our unique insulation panels maintain the cold room temperature, which means the motor runs for shorter periods.
Six tips to make your walk-in cold room more energy efficient:
1. Proper insulation: Ensure the cold room’s walls, floor, and ceiling are properly insulated to minimise heat loss.
2. Temperature control: Maintain the temperature at the desired level and avoid over-cooling. Consider installing a digital thermostat to monitor and control the temperature accurately.
3. Minimise door openings: Keep door openings to a minimum and ensure the door is properly sealed. You can also hang PVC cold room curtains, which is a cost-effective way to save energy.
4. Install energy-efficient equipment: Choose energy-efficient refrigeration systems and motors, and ensure they are regularly maintained to keep them running at peak efficiency.
5. Reduce internal heat: Minimise the introduction of warm air into the cold room by reducing the amount of product stored near the door and avoiding direct sunlight on the walls.
6. Implement a regular maintenance schedule: Regular cleaning and maintenance of equipment can improve its efficiency and extend its lifespan, reducing energy consumption and costs in the long run.
If you want to hire one of our max energy-efficient modular cold rooms, click here for an instant quote, or call us now on 01458 552323.
