IceBox UK has partnered with Bluestar Business Finance who are specialists in business equipment finance for UK businesses. They have significant financial resources at hand as well as access to many of the top lenders enabling them to successfully fund business equipment purchases for a wide range of businesses of all types and sizes.

Please contact Bluestar Business Finance direct to discuss how they may assist. Call: 01256 581111 or email enquiries@bluestarleasing.com

Please note that IceBox UK is not a credit broker and acts as an introducer to Bluestar. IceBox UK does NOT receive any introduction fee or commission but we have identified Bluestar as a business that could assist potential clients in the acquisition of refrigerated trailers and thus add value to our sales proposition.

Benefits of Fridge/Freezer Trailer Hire:

Refrigerated trailer hire is an ideal solution for butchers, poultry farmers and farm shops, particularly during the lead up to the busy festive period, providing valuable additional storage when you are limited on space.  

Fridge and freezer trailer hire is a cost-effective option which provides additional temporary temperature controlled storage for fresh food products and is vital for meat and poultry which is generally regarded as higher risk.  A temperature controlled fridge or freezer trailer gives you the peace of mind that you can continue to maintain your high standards and quality offered to your customers.

Refrigerated trailers are clean, food safe and highly effective when it comes to maintaining the exact temperature you require for your meat and fresh food products.  Our chiller trailers temperature range is +10 to +2 degrees and our freezer trailers range from +10 to -18 degrees.  

Refrigerated trailers may be connected to a generator which safe-guards you against power outages in rural areas and other unforeseen problems which could result in lost stock. 

Short term hire provides the flexibility required to hire only at the busiest times of the year e.g Christmas, Easter and BBQ season.  This allows you to generate that extra revenue for your business without the long term costs of purchasing larger storage, or even larger premises for seasonal considerations.

At IceBox, we offer a range of refrigerated trailer sizes to suit your storage needs based on the volume of meat and fresh food products you need to store.  We advise that over-estimating the size requirements is better than running out of space but are happy to provide advice if required.  Follow this link to take a look at our trailer range.

All our refrigerated trailers are of the highest quality.  They provide excellent insulation and efficient cooling systems which are paramount for maintaining low temperatures while reducing energy consumption.

We offer a full delivery, collection and set up service so you can be confident that your trailer will arrive promptly and be positioned effectively for your business.  All trailers have fully lockable rear doors to give you the peace of mind that your valuable stock is safe and we provide a hitch lock and wheel clamp for the duration of the hire period.

At IceBox, we know that cost is an important part of your consideration for additional storage so we are offering a ‘Festive Package’ – a highly competitive sliding rate dependant on the number of trailers required and the length of hire which includes free delivery and collection to those local to us (please enquire for further information) and complimentary shelving to the interior of the trailer to meet your needs.

Interested? Please call/email us for further information or to make a booking and leave the rest to us!

Emergencies usually don’t come knocking on your door – they are unexpected and unwelcome guests that you must deal with whether you like it or not. It’s certainly not an enjoyable situation to be in, especially when you’re running a business which relies upon the temperature controlled storage of food.

What sets your business apart from others, however, is your proactiveness and vigilance in dealing with situations like these: emergency refrigerated trailer hire from IceBox Rapid Response.

What is emergency refrigerated trailer hire – IceBox Rapid Response?

IceBox Rapid Response programme is a service available 24/7 for emergency refrigerated trailer hire to enable your business to transfer stock from the commercial refrigeration equipment that has broken down into a chiller or freezer trailer to minimise loss and provide business continuity in your kitchen.

Unless you’re lucky enough to get a timely replacement for your broken fridge or freezer component, it’s only a matter of time before your food perishes beyond the level of safety.

You may be running a butcher shop and require a cold room or you no longer have a cold storage room to store your products while they are awaiting distribution. This is precisely the kind of situations where you can benefit from refrigerated trailer hire on an emergency basis, which can be used to store anything from dairy products and frozen produce to fruits and vegetables, flowers, meat, beverages, and even pharmaceutical products.

What does ‘emergency refrigerated trailer hire’ include?

Scheduled maintenance of your refrigeration units can not only be very time-consuming, but it can also drain a hole in your budget, particularly when issues crop up unexpectedly – it can be frustrating to deal with, especially during a busy season when you absolutely cannot afford to have your food supplies go bad. In situations like these, a quick callout to an emergency refrigerated trailer hire near you could get you back up and running in no time, ensuring that there’s no interruption to your business or your revenue stream.

However, it’s important to work with an emergency refrigerated trailer hire service that’s reliable, prompt, and dependable – available throughout the week no matter what time of day or night it is. The emergency refrigerated trailer hire services at IceBox under our Rapid Response programme, for example, cover more than just events and parties. We are specialists in the emergency chiller and freezer trailer hire sector, providing highly cost-effective solutions for commercial kitchen emergencies, for example, or as part of your routine planned maintenance.

We’re also the go-to choice for hotels, restaurants, and fast food outlets of all scales, as well as sports clubs, theme parks, hotels, and other places of business where commercial kitchens need reliable refrigeration. Many businesses find themselves dealing with unforeseen circumstances – i.e. freezer failure when they need refrigeration the most – and often don’t know what to do in the minutes and hours that follow. This can put a severe dent in your operations although you don’t have to be in that situation if you know who to contact.

IceBox Refrigerated Trailers is the perfect emergency solution, where our service specialists often respond within a few hours, helping you get back on track. Reach out to us to learn more: 0333 6000 800.

You may be running a business where you need to keep supplies cold in the summer period – such as catering – or you might be a restaurant that has run out of space to refrigerate daily supplies. No matter what your requirements are, one of the best ways to keep your food in the required temperature controlled environment is refrigerated trailer hire.

What is a Refrigerated Trailer?

A refrigerated trailer or fridge trailer is exactly what it implies: a large chiller or freezer on wheels. Whether you have supplies that require a specific temperature in order to stay fresh or those that need freezing until they are served, a refrigerated trailer is an extremely practical and cost-effective solution for storing perishable goods.

There are numerous businesses that require and use refrigerated trailers, mainly but not limited to food business operators, wedding caterers, events organisers, restaurant and fast food chains. All such businesses have one key requirement – to keep perishable food from going to waste, and for that to happen, it needs to be stored at a specific temperature.  

All businesses that store, serve or distribute food, must also comply with specific regulations such as the Food Hygiene Regulations 2006 in Wales, the Food Safety and Hygiene in England and the Food Hygiene Regulations in Northern Ireland. These regulations detail how perishable food items need to be temperature controlled in order to prevent the growth of microbes. Also referred to as ‘high risk food items’, these need to be kept at a specific temperature during display, holding, preparation, serving, handling and storage.

Mobile refrigerated trailers are extremely useful in this regard as they allow food operators to maintain the required temperature in locations where such refrigeration is not normally found. From charities and special events to concerts, restaurants or otherwise, whatever the demand may be.

At festivals and shows, for instance, it’s common to see refrigerated trailers on site to maintain food safety and quality throughout the duration of the event. Large gatherings often have a vast range of food vendors offering many different food options, and so, to guarantee safety and enjoyment to the attendees, it’s very important to store that food at the correct temperature.

By hiring or renting a refrigerated trailer from IceBox UK, short or long term, you can be confident and safe in the knowledge that your food will not perish. In addition, you’re also reducing the risk of foodborne diseases and illnesses, as well as preserving the quality and taste of the food on offer.

Another major advantage that comes to mind when we talk about hiring or buying a refrigerated trailer is the ability to support local food producers and suppliers. Many events support local businesses, such as those where food vendors want to showcase their locally-sourced products. It’s a great way to ensure that the ingredients in the food stay nice and fresh, as well as flavoursome, ensuring that there’s no food waste and that the guests have a jolly good time too!

Work with the best refrigerated trailer hire in town

IceBox is a specialist provider of refrigerated trailers across the UK, offering long and short term hire as well as the sale of new and used refrigerated trailers.

No matter what kind of requirements you have, we’re the business that makes it all easy. Get started today or call now for a free quote: 0333 6000 800

Refrigerated trailers are a vital resource for businesses that require goods to be stored safely in an environment where the temperature is controlled. For many companies, refrigerated trailers are a crucial component of their daily operations. For others, they’re an ideal short-term solution (such as events) or a lifeline if their regular refrigeration system fails. But how do refrigerated trailers work?

So, how do refrigerated trailers work? Everyone knows what they are and what they do, but far fewer people could explain how the trailers work and what is required to power them. And that’s exactly what we’ll discover in this post.

What are refrigerated trailers? 

Refrigerated trailers come in many different shapes and sizes with varying specifications to suit diverse customer needs. At Icebox Rental, our refrigerated chiller and freezer trailers offer incredible efficiency, reliability, and a hassle-free experience. They are a very popular refrigeration solution within a vast array of sectors such as the hospitality industry, event management and also private or professional events.

We provide both chiller and freezer trailers. Both types of trailers fall under the refrigerated trailer umbrella, but, as the name suggests, the former is used to keep goods chilled (much like your fridge at home), and the latter is for frozen goods being stored that must remain frozen.

IceBox is a market-leading provider of refrigerated trailers, and our trailers are suited to a vast array of needs. 

Our trailer specifications are as follows:

• All panels, including floor panels, are 60mm thick for chiller trailers and 100mm for freezer trailers. 
• All trailers have food grade GRP surfaces for complete hygiene control. 
• Our trailers are secure and extremely user-friendly. They feature easy-to-use cold room door lock levers (can be opened from the inside) and twin doors with stainless steel hinges to ensure on-site security. 
• All trailer doors can be locked for enhanced security, and heavy-duty anodised aluminium covers external edges for additional protection. 
• We supply all the necessary power cables for connection to a standard domestic 13a electrical socket within 12m of the trailer’s position. If required, trailers can be powered by a generator (min 5KVa). 

How do refrigerated trailers work?

How do chiller trailers work?

Chiller trailers are refrigerated in the same way as your fridge at home; it’s just significantly larger and capable of storing more items. The following steps offer some insight into how our trailers work: 

• The chiller trailer is hooked up to a power supply, either a 13-amp/16-amp power supply or a portable generator that delivers the same output. 
• Electricity powers a motor and compressor (not visible). The compressor squeezes an eco-friendly refrigeration gas, causing it to liquify. 
• Now in liquid form and at high pressure, the refrigerant absorbs heat within the trailer, which cools down the air and reduces the ambient temperature.
• From here, the refrigerant continually evaporates back into a gas and flows back to the compressor, creating an efficient, automated cycle.

How do freezer trailers work?

If you would like to know how a freezer trailer works, simply refer to the steps mentioned above, as they work in the same way as a chiller trailer. The critical difference between the two is that freezer trailers can be set to a much lower temperature to store frozen goods effectively. This is achieved by using a special compressor capable of compressing gas at a high enough pressure to maintain significantly lower temperatures.

What are the refrigeration components made from?

Our trailer’s refrigeration components are made of aluminium, copper, or an alloy. The walls are made of insulated plastic panels, and they keep cool air inside the trailer to ensure you can maintain the desired temperature.

What temperature do refrigerated trailers operate at?

Freezer trailers temperature can be set to between -20°C, and +10°C and chiller trailer temperature can be set to between +2°c and +10°c. As part of the booking arrangements, we will ask for your preferred temperature and pre-set the trailer as we prepare it for delivery. However, if you are unsure what temperature will best suit your needs, our driver will be happy to help when they deliver.

If you’re in need of a high-quality, reliable refrigerated trailer rental or a Refrigerated Trailer hire for an upcoming event or for any other reason, IceBox Rental can help! Get in touch today to find out more about our range of market-leading chiller and freezer trailers.

Planning events such as weddings, music concerts and festivals can be somewhat of a juggling act at times. With so many variables to consider, requirements to accommodate and equipment to organise — it’s always good to have a firm grasp and working knowledge about the various aspects of your event. And if you plan to store any frozen or chilled items like food and drink, you’ll need a refrigerated trailer and the ability to power it. 

But how are refrigerated trailers powered?

We get asked about this a lot, so we thought the best thing to do would be to write a helpful guide and provide all the information you need to ensure you get exactly what you need from your refrigerated trailer!

What are refrigerated trailers used for?

Refrigerated trailers have a wide range of benefits, one of which being that they are suitable for a vast array of purposes. Of course, their fundamental use is to chill, freeze and store items, but you can do so for many different types of events or occasions. Great examples include weddings and festivals, for which refrigerated trailers offer an ideal and highly effective means of ensuring any food and drink that needs to be chilled or frozen is stored safely and remains in perfect condition.

There’s nothing worse than the last minute panic of having to reorder or change your plans due to issues with essential event supplies. IceBox Refrigerated Trailer Hire offers unrivalled peace of mind, practicality, and a reliable way of storing a large volume of crucial supplies.

How are refrigerated trailers powered?

Many would assume that refrigerated trailers are complex to operate and get the most out of, but the reality is exactly the opposite. Hence the common question ‘how are refrigerated trailers powered?’. No, you don’t need an enormous generator that will drown out your event’s music, speeches and laughter. 

In fact, all you need to power your refrigerated trailer is a standard domestic 240v power source or a small generator (min 5kva). Both benefit from being very discreet and ensuring that your trailer doesn’t cause too much inconvenience and distraction. After all, these types of trailers are designed to be efficient but also practical. So it’s essential for your refrigeration to suit your every need. IceBox also provides a 12m power cable with all of our trailers as well as any specific adapters you require. This not only makes sure that there are no issues operating your trailer, but the addition of a lengthy power cable allows you to keep the trailer out of your guests’ view.

Aside from the primary refrigeration unit, your power source will also enable the internal light to be switched on and off as required. All IceBox trailers have an internal light for ease of use; this is essential for safely offloading, loading and grabbing a few bits and pieces throughout the day. After all, no one wants to be rummaging around in the dark!

Why choose IceBox Rental?

IceBox is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of refrigerated trailers, offering businesses in a wide range of sectors short term refrigerated trailer rental, contract hire, as well as new and used sales. We have worked hard to establish ourselves in a competitive industry and our team possess many years combined experience and knowledge in their field. Whether you’re looking for short or long term refrigerated storage, commercial kitchen fridge support or corporate and private event support — we have the skills, knowledge and experience to get the job done.

Our trailers suit the needs of businesses in many different industries. However, our goal is always the same — to offer high-quality refrigeration solutions that suit our customers’ needs. 

Do you have an upcoming event that requires high-quality, reliable refrigeration? IceBox  Refrigerated Trailers provide everything you need and then some. Get in touch today to discuss your requirements with our team!

There are many occasions that either require and benefit from the use of refrigerated trailers. And thanks to their efficient and convenient nature, fridge trailer hire has proven to be a significant advantage for both professional and personal occasions. 

If you have an upcoming event or any other occasion that requires refrigerated temperature controlled storage, refrigerated trailer hire is an ideal and cost-effective solution. This guide will help you identify the type of refrigerated trailer you need to hire and the questions you need to ask beforehand.

What are the Benefits of Refrigerated Trailer Hire?

Before we get into the advice-based part of this post, let’s first highlight a few of the critical benefits of fridge and freezer trailer hire and why they are so advantageous for both private and corporate purposes.

Mobility: When you hire refrigerated trailers, you instantly benefit from the convenience and flexibility of their mobility. You see, fridge trailers do not require a specific environment to work. As long as your trailer is on a flat surface and has a nearby power supply or generator, you’re good to go!

Easy to Use: Although they consist of high-quality, advanced technology and engineering — fridge trailers are very simple to use. Once delivered, we will help you set your trailer to the correct temperature for your needs and show you how to ensure it stays that way. Once you no longer require refrigeration, all you have to do is unplug it from the power supply and wait for our team to pick it up. 

Cost-Effective: One of the most significant benefits of refrigerated trailer hire is that it’s a more cost-effective solution than purchasing. If you require a fridge trailer for an event or temporarily cover your ongoing refrigeration needs, hiring is a brilliant way to gain market-leading solutions without going over budget. 

However, if you would like to purchase new trailers or good quality used trailers, we would be more than happy to provide a quote.

Direct Delivery: All of our trailers can be delivered directly to where you need them, providing there is sufficient access and space for setting up. This means you don’t have to deal with the responsibility and hassle of transporting the fridge trailer yourself. We deliver, you make good use of your refrigerated trailer, and then we pick it up. Convenience and efficiency at its finest!

Identify Your Specific Fridge Trailer Hire Needs

Refrigerated trailers are designed and engineered to meet a vast range of requirements, from private events to being utilised by a variety of businesses. To ensure you have the best possible trailer to suit your needs, it’s essential to consider the following factors:

Available Space and Access: Before you can make any other decisions, it’s crucial to consider and establish how much space you have at your disposal and how easy it is to access the required area. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to select a trailer that affords you the external space to park, set up and use it without difficulty or safety issues.

Storage Capacity: Next, you need to decide how much storage space you require. Consider how many items you need to store, their size, and how long you will need to keep them refrigerated. It can be difficult to work out your precise storage requirements as items vary in size and shape. 

But don’t worry, considering the aspects above will provide you with a better understanding of your needs. Also, it means that when you approach our team for refrigerated trailer rental, you’ll have a basic idea of what you want.

Storage Configuration: Another vital thing to keep in mind is storage configuration. Do you require shelving? If so, on one side or two sides? Although every customer has unique requirements, our market-leading refrigerated trailers can accommodate a vast array of shelving needs. By speaking to our team, you will have an opportunity to discuss specific storage capacity and configuration requirements. You tell us what you need, and we’ll provide you with a fridge trailer hire service that fits the bill.

Power Availability: You can connect all of our refrigerated trailers to an existing 240v / 13a power supply. However, you need to have sufficient space between the power supply and your trailer to ensure utmost safety. If space is an issue or a lack of efficient or convenient power sources, you can always use an external generator (min 5kVa)as all IceBox fridge and freezer trailers can be powered using a generator. This offers a more flexible and convenient service for the varying needs of our customers.

Preliminary Research

Indeed, this is among the common and essential pieces of advice you’ll receive when it comes to any financial investment — do your research. However, that doesn’t mean it’s any less important. Familiarising yourself with current refrigerated trailers will give you the best possible chance of finding a product that suits your needs, budget and one that will help you achieve your goals.

Following on from our previous point, you should spend some time identifying your particular needs and goals. This will provide you with an essential fridge or freezer trailer hire How to Choose a Refrigerated Trailer to Hire requirements, such as size, storage capacity, and power. With this knowledge, you’ll be able to approach a refrigerated trailer hire company with a clearer idea of the style of trailer you need. Therefore allowing you to narrow down a more specific list of trailers and ensure that you get exactly what you need.

But, of course, your choice refrigerated trailer hire company is an essential aspect of receiving high-quality service and products.

Find a Reputable Refrigerated Trailer Hire Company

Now that you know more about how to approach refrigerated trailer hire and the type of factors you need to consider, your next step is to seek the services of a reputable refrigerated trailer company. It’s crucial to find a company with a good reputation within their industry and trailers that suit your needs and someone who operates in your local area.

For the former, you should be able to get the majority of the information you require on a company’s website — such as their refrigerated trailer range, areas they cover and much more. However, for the latter, you will also benefit from searching online using terms such as ‘fridge trailer hire near me’ or ‘mobile refrigeration rental near me’. This will provide you with a selection of local companies or those that cover your area.

At IceBox, we offer a vast range of refrigerated trailers for hire, all of which are designed to suit the varying needs of customers. We cover Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire together with Greater and Central London. 

Do you live in or around any of these areas and need reputable, reliable fridge trailer hire? Get in touch today to discuss your requirements with our helpful and friendly team.

Buying a new refrigerated trailer for your business can be a daunting affair. How do you know if you have purchased the right one? How do you know if it will fulfil all your needs, and what exactly is included in the price? 

How do refrigerated trailers work?

Our refrigerated trailers can be either plugged in or used with a small diesel generator. The compressor that’s attached trailer will draw the refrigerant and compress it. This pressure liquefies the gas and gives off heat to the body of the compressor. 

What are refrigerated trailers used for?

Events, weddings, festivals, all sorts. If you need more space for a busy summer tourist influx, then you could bring in your refrigerated trailer to give you extra storage space and freezer space. 

Events, especially weddings, can require substantial freezing or chilling areas depending on the guests’ number. A trailer can be used to ensure everything is ready for you when the demand gets high. 

Commercial kitchens can also require a refrigerated trailer in the summer months. With such a vast influx of internal travel, most holiday destinations in the U.K have seen a substantial increase in the number of people visiting during the holiday months. 

The options are endless, but with a new refrigerated trailer, you always have the option for expansion should you require it.

Can you plug in a refrigerated trailer?

As mentioned above, you can plug in your refrigerated trailer. We supply all you need to ensure that you can get started right away. 

Having the ability to use a generator or standard 13a power source gives you the freedom you require to work at different locations and events without worrying about a power source to keep your goods refrigerated. 

The cables and plugs are weatherproof, 14 meters long and come with an adapter should you require plugging it into a domestic power source. 

Size and content options for your new refrigerated trailer

Our new refrigerated trailers come in both chiller and freezer options. 

The trailers come in 3 sizes for both varieties. 8ft/2.4m – 10ft/3.0m – 12 ft/3.6m. Each trailer arrives ready to use and with all the cables you need to get started. 

Three-tier shelving can be provided on request and can be on one or both sides of the trailer depending on your requirements. Each trailer comes with an interior light, meaning that if your event or wedding continues throughout the night, you can still see exactly what you are doing and have access to your refrigerated goods. 

Chiller trailers can be set to temperatures between +2°c and +10°c. Freezer trailers can be set to temperatures between -20°C and +10°C, giving you a wide range to adapt to your requirements perfectly. 

I only need a trailer for a couple of events? I don’t want to buy one.

If you require a temporary solution to your mobile refrigeration needs, you can also hire one of our trailers either on a one-off or a contract basis. 

There are a few things you should be made aware of when hiring a trailer. We drop off and pick up the trailers; you do not have to pull them with your own vehicle. 

We also ensure that the settings you request are ready to run from the moment you power it up. No stress, no worry. 

We have a full FAQ section on the hiring of trailers which should answer any other questions you may have. However, if you still want to know more, feel free to contact us here.

Conclusion

No matter your event, festival, or if you just want more space, a refrigerated trailer is an investment into your business. We can help you understand exactly what your needs are and how we can help you to achieve those. Our trailers are built to last, sturdy and created for the busiest of environments.

Organising your refrigerated or freezer trailer in a busy work environment is essential. Whether it’s a festival, a wedding or a restaurant in rush hour, staying on top of your storage will help you in the long run. Events can be notoriously busy. Festivals are starting to reopen again and weddings are already nerve-wracking and jam-packed. We are here to help you save space and time over a busy work day.

Food categories

Mixing different ingredients in storage can lead to the spread of bacteria and illness. Pre-prepared food items should be stored above raw meat, seafood and dairy products. By preventing leakage from raw foods onto food stored on lower shelves, you will lower the risk of cross-contamination. It will also become easier to find foods in rush periods.

Typically, foods that don’t need cooking will go on the upper shelves, followed by dairy products in the middle and raw meat products on the bottom shelf. This is the general layout of a domestic fridge but it would be beneficial to apply the same basic strategy to your refrigerated trailer or van.

The Importance of Labelling

Labelling your food is essential for staying on top of a busy workload. When you are in a rush or in the middle of a multi-day event, you will save a lot of time if you are able to instantly find what you are looking for. This includes ‘best before by’ dates and indicating how much of each food you have so you know when you’re going to run out.

Frozen foods do not produce much aroma and similar looking foods can be easy to mix up. There are also potential allergens that need to be signposted for example:

• Gluten – cereal, wheat, bread, cake, pies, beer
• Dairy – eggs, milk
• Seafood – crustaceans, fish, molluscs
• Nuts – peanuts, walnuts, almonds, brazil nuts, hazelnuts, cashews, pecans, pistachios and macadamia nuts
• Sulphur dioxide and sulphites – preservatives found in soft drinks, wine, sausages, burgers, dried fruit and vegetables.
• Mustard
• Celery
• Sesame
• Soybeans
• Lupin

Allergens can affect a person’s diet as well for example:

• Vegetarianism – does not eat meat
• Veganism – does not eat meat or dairy products
• Pescetarianism – does not eat meat but does eat fish
• Coeliac – does not eat gluten
• Dairy free

Protecting the needs of the customer is the most essential aspect of food service. Accidentally delivering them a food they are allergic to or doesn’t meet their dietary requirements is potentially harmful. Great care must be taken when labelling to ensure the safety of your customers.

Benefits of Reusable Containers

Finding the best container for your foodstuffs can be a challenge. We suggest reusable options. It will help save you money and benefits the environment.

• Plastic bags – save a lot of space, especially when vacuum sealed.
• Tupperware – Sturdy and durable; free of BPA, an industrial chemical used in hard plastic that can be harmful in the long-term.
• Glass jars/containers – long-lasting and resistant to corrosion that won’t break down like plastic does. Made from non-toxic materials.

Making the most of reusable containers minimises waste and pollution and reduces the demand for raw materials. This helps your business to become more sustainable.

Portion Size

Organising your food based on portion size can make a huge difference to the speed at which you can plate or box it up and get it out to customers. This will help save you an immense amount of time when serving in a busy environment. Planning out portion sizes also helps your staff. Without having to worry about portion control, your staff will be able to devote their attention to other tasks

Imagine you are in the middle of rush hour. You have a dozen orders on the docket and more coming in all the time. Going to your fridge or freezer trailer and finding just the right portion size already prepared and ready for cooking or serving will be a lifesaver. Controlling portion size in a high pressure environment will help alleviate stress and make you and your team more productive.

The Storage Available in Our Trailers and Vans

Our trailers come in multiple sizes, the better to suit our clients’ needs. We can supply 8ft single axle chillers; 10ft twin axle chillers, 12ft twin axle chillers, 8ft single axle freezers and 10ft twin axle freezer trailers. Shelving in our trailers and vans are optional. We can provide shelving to one or both sides, depending on your requirements.

It is important not to overstock your trailer or van. With less air circulation comes a higher risk of wastage. For more information on the exact dimensions of our products, you can refer to our Trailer Range page.

Making sure your refrigerated trailer or van is stocked to optimum efficiency will go a long way to helping you maintain order at work. Storing food correctly and responsibly will help you and your staff and will benefit your customers greatly.

For further information, you can consult our articles on how cold your trailers should be and what you get when you purchase one of our refrigerated trailers.

In Conclusion

Following these handy tips will ensure that you not only get the maximum space from your commercial freezer trailer but you will also have the speediest and safest ways to access all of your food ingredients. Organisation is critical to a well-running kitchen, no matter what type of kitchen it is. Events can be notoriously busy, especially with festivals reopening this year. Weddings can be a nerve-wracking experience for the bride and groom. Being organised and understanding the speed at which everything needs to be produced can take a huge load off their minds and ensure great reviews of your service. 

If you wonder what the difference between taking a regular fridge or a commercial fridge to your event, read this article. Commercial fridges and freezers are built for a lot of door opening and closing. A regular fridge/freezer can potentially struggle to keep the temperature low enough to keep your foods at safety standard. For a long day in the summer sun, that could be a game-changer. 

If the temperature of your freezer drops too much, your food will quickly become spoiled and potentially accumulate harmful bacteria. Hiring a commercial fridge trailer, not only gives you substantially more space but they are built with safety in mind.

If you require any further information, please feel free to contact us for a chat about your refrigeration requirements. 

When looking to hire a refrigerated trailer, you may think you have all the ins and outs of refrigeration down. After all, we’ve all used domestic fridges and freezers in our kitchens. But in a busy, fraught working environment, knowing the finer details of the specific temperatures needed for different foods can save you from a lot of worry. This guide is here to take you through the dangers of having the wrong temperatures and help you understand how to solve these problems.

Does Chilling Food Kill Bacteria?

In short, no. What it does do though is make the bacteria grow slower which keeps it from harming you. Some foods are more susceptible to bacteria than others for example:

• Meat
• Rice (cooked)
• Eggs (cooked)
• Milk
• Seafood

Bacteria flourishes best from anywhere between 8°C and 63°C. This is why you must always make sure your fridge’s base temperature is set at 5°C or below. This prevents the bacteria from multiplying as much because even some bacteria grows at temperatures lower than 8°C. 

An easy way to lower the risk of contamination in your fridge is to make sure it isn’t overstacked. Leaving room for air to circulate helps maintain the temperature of your fridge and ensures all your food is properly chilled.

What If Food Isn’t Stored at the Right Temperature? 

If the temperature in your refrigerated van or trailer is too high, the bacteria already living on the food will spread. This can cause bacterial infections and illnesses that will affect your customers and your business.

This where we come in. 

Opening and closing the refrigerator door can also alter the temperature. We can offer some help by ensuring all of your produce is stored at the right temperature during transport. We ask for your preferred temperature as part of the booking arrangements and pre-set it whilst preparing your trailer for delivery. But you can help as well by being aware of how many times you are opening and closing the door. This will help you ensure products are being stored at the correct temperatures for example:

• Cold food on display 0°C – 7°C
• Cooked meat and cooked poultry at 0°C to +5°C
• Salad, fruit and vegetables at +5°C to +8°C
• Sandwiches at 0°C to +5°C

Outside of a refrigerator, different foods have different shelf lives. 

Fruit and vegetables are fine for a couple of days as long as they are kept out of direct sunlight. When they are in the fridge however, they can last anywhere from 3 days (strawberries and string beans) to 8 weeks (apples). A comprehensive list of the shelf lives of fresh produce can be found here. 

Raw and cooked poultry, meat and seafood should not be left out for more than two hours. Uncooked foods like sandwiches and cold salads should also be refrigerated as soon as possible if not eating immediately. 

If you are using pre-made food from another supplier, make sure they have provided you with dates and times of when the food was prepared and how long it can be left out.

Are There Any Foods That Can’t Be Frozen in Our Freezer Trailers? 

Some foods need extra attention if you are thinking about storing them for longer in one of our freezer trailers:

• Raw Eggs – never freeze raw eggs in the shell as the liquid expands and cracks the shell, spoiling the contents and risking bacterial contamination.
• Fried Foods – when defrosted, the crispy coating will become soft and mushy
• Carbonated Drinks (especially in glass) – when the water freezes, it pushes out the CO2; the gas pressure and the ice expansion can burst the glass, can or bottle.
• Already defrosted meat – the second defrosting will leech out moisture; bacteria can develop faster on food that has already been frozen and defrosted.
• Raw potatoes – a water-rich produce; when the water freezes and defrosts, the potatoes will become mushy and grainy
• Condiments such as mayonnaise – freezing will make the ingredients separate

Remember if your freezer gets too cold, ice can build up inside. This can reduce the storage space inside and the door won’t shut properly. Frost can also lead to freezer burn which damages the integrity of the stored food.

If you’re hiring a refrigerated van or trailer from us, we aim to give you peace of mind. We ensure all our equipment is operating at the highest standard. We do all we can to make sure the temperature is regulating at optimum efficiency when your van or trailer is delivered. It helps lessen the spread of bacteria and keeps your food fresh, giving you one less thing to worry about when you’re in the middle of a busy day.

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