Buyers Guide: Choose The Right Storage Refrigeration

1. Why the right storage fridge or freezer matters

The right storage refrigeration protects ingredients, preserves food quality, streamlines prep, and keeps you compliant. Choose well and you reduce waste, improve service flow, and minimise power costs while safeguarding food safety.

SKOPE Promise: Quality you can trust, energy efficiency that helps reduce running costs, and expert support that stays with you for the life of the equipment.

 

2. Define your needs

Use this checklist before you compare models.

a. Menu and product

What volume and variety are you storing? Consider GN compatibility, tray spacing, and restocking rhythm during peak periods.

b. Kitchen layout

Where will the cabinet sit: back-of-house line, underbench, or open kitchen? Measure footprint, clearances and ventilation, and check door swing paths.

c. Temperature range

Do you need a fridge, freezer, or dual temperature? Confirm temperature stability required if there will be frequent door openings.

d. Compliance and records

What level of temperature monitoring and downloadable history do you require HACCP compliance?

e. Running costs

Think about power costs and the energy efficiency requirements you have. How efficient do you need your fridge to be? 

What are your top priorities?

• Protect food quality: consistent temperatures, rapid recovery after openings, gentle airflow
• Keep costs down: energy-efficient operation that reduces waste
• Fit tight spaces: compact footprints, minimal ventilation clearances, door swing suited to your layout
• Work quietly: low operating noise for front-of-house or open kitchens
• Make cleaning simple: easy access to shelves, coils or filters and seals, with wipe-clean finishes

 

3. Understand the main storage types

Storage type	Description	Best for	SKOPE fit
Upright storage	Full‑height, GN‑friendly cabinets with maximised internal capacity and rapid recovery	Busy back‑of‑house, high turnover kitchens	ProSpec, ReFlex (fridge or freezer)
Underbench storage	Refrigeration that fits beneath benches to maximise workspace	Prep lines, bars, compact kitchens, open kitchens	ProSpec, ReFlex (fridge or freezer)
ChefBase underbench	Drawer‑based storage with reinforced worktop  designed to sit beneath cooking equipment	Cooklines needing quick access to chilled product under grills, fryers or ranges	ProSpec ChefBase (GN 1/1 and GN 2/1)
Holding cabinets	Precise preservation with adjustable humidity, gentle airflow and wide temperature range	Pastry, bakery, prep kitchens, bulk‑prep holding and service coordination	Irinox CP Next Multi range

 

4. Explore SKOPE storage ranges at a glance

These ranges are engineered for real-world kitchens. You get commercial build quality, intelligent airflow, and controls that help you run a more efficient, reliable operation.

ProSpec

Premium, heavy-duty gastronorm storage with full stainless-steel construction inside and out. GN 2/1 or GN 1/1 compatibility, adjustable runners for flexible shelf spacing, and a removable refrigeration cartridge for easier servicing. Designed for high ambient performance with quiet operation. Available in upright and underbench models.

ProSpec ChefBase

Purpose-built underbench fridges that sit beneath cooking equipment. Reinforced heat-shield worktop, GN-compatible drawers, and 304 stainless steel throughout. Available in 1-bay (GN 1/1) and 2-bay (GN 2/1) drawer configurations.

ReFlex

A value-packed upright and underbench range designed to maximise every dollar. Delivers precise temperature control, app-enabled monitoring and compliance, and energy-saving technology while maintaining durability.

Irinox Holding Cabinets

Reach-in preservation designed to keep food quality stable for longer. Wide temperature range (typically -25°C to +15°C depending on model), adjustable humidity and gentle, even airflow to avoid drying. Full AISI 304 stainless steel construction, bakery tray compatibility (e.g. 600×400 mm), and an intuitive 4.3-inch touch display.

 

Range	Best for	Energy efficiency	What stands out
ProSpec	Premium, heavy-duty kitchens	★★★★★	Full stainless build, GN integration, removable cartridge, quiet performance
ProSpec ChefBase	Cooklines under grills and fryers	★★★★	Reinforced worktop with marine edge, GN drawers
ReFlex	Value-focused storage	★★★★	App-enabled control and compliance, strong efficiency, robust construction
Irinox Holding Cabinets	Precision preservation and temperature holding	★★★★	-25°C to +15°C range, adjustable humidity, gentle airflow, AISI 304 stainless

 

5. Match scenarios to products

6. Plan for installation and lifetime value

Think about the below requirements before making your decision

7. Questions to ask before you buy

Here are six outcome-focused questions that keep the conversation simple and practical.

1. What problem does this range solve best for a kitchen like mine?
2. How will it protect food quality during peak service and affect my power bill over time?
3. What do I need on site for smooth delivery and installation?
4. How easy will it be for my team to use, clean, and maintain?
5. If something goes wrong, what is the warranty and who will help me and how quickly?
6. Why is this the best choice when I consider total cost of ownership?

 

8. Next steps

• Talk to a SKOPE expert about capacity, GN configuration and specification
• Compare models on SKOPE website
• Get a tailored quote

 

Why SKOPE

Quality and reliability proven in busy kitchens. Energy efficiency that helps reduce running costs. Innovation that makes daily operation simpler. Partnership and support from a local team.