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Commercial Refrigeration

Build a stronger cold-side operation with reach-in refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, merchandisers, bar refrigeration, walk-in systems, and ice equipment designed for professional foodservice, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and commercial kitchen environments across Canada. Explore refrigeration built for food safety, organized workflow, daily durability, temperature consistency, and better front-of-house product presentation.

Serving Canadian restaurants, foodservice operations, retailers, hospitality businesses, and healthcare facilities since 1994.

Cold-Side Workflow

Organize storage, prep, merchandising, beverage service, and ice production in the right order so ingredients stay protected, products stay visible, and staff can work faster during prep, service, and restocking.

Spec-First Buying

Compare temperature range, door style, pan capacity, compressor placement, airflow clearance, display visibility, storage volume, and installation needs so the refrigeration matches the real job it must perform every day.

Commercial Kitchen Refrigeration

Core back-of-house refrigeration categories arranged in a workflow-first order.
Reach-In Refrigerators
RR Upright Cold Storage

Reach-In Refrigerators

Commercial reach-in refrigerators provide dependable upright chilled storage for ingredients, prep items, sauces, dairy, and everyday kitchen inventory.

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Reach-In Freezers
RF Frozen Holding

Reach-In Freezers

Heavy-duty upright freezers built for organized frozen inventory holding, dependable sub-zero storage, and fast access during daily service.

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Sandwich and Salad Prep Tables
SP Sandwich Prep Line

Sandwich & Salad Prep Tables

Prep tables with refrigerated bases and ingredient rails for sandwich, salad, deli, and quick-assembly kitchen workflows.

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Mega Top Prep Tables
MT Expanded Ingredient Rail

Mega Top Prep Tables

Mega top prep tables increase pan capacity and ingredient access for higher-SKU sandwich, wrap, and salad programs.

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Pizza Prep Refrigerators
PP Pizza Production

Pizza Prep Refrigerators

Pizza prep refrigerators support dough, toppings, cheeses, sauces, and organized assembly for high-output pizza lines.

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Undercounter Refrigerators
UR Compact Chilled Storage

Undercounter Refrigerators

Compact undercounter refrigerators keep chilled ingredients and beverages close to prep, service, and point-of-use stations.

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Undercounter Freezers
UF Compact Frozen Storage

Undercounter Freezers

Undercounter freezers add frozen holding capacity in small kitchens, chef stations, satellite lines, and space-limited foodservice setups.

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Worktop Refrigerators
WR Prep Surface Refrigeration

Worktop Refrigerators

Worktop refrigerators combine refrigerated storage and stainless prep surfaces to support efficient kitchen workflow in tighter spaces.

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Refrigerated Topping Rails
TR Ingredient Rail

Refrigerated Topping Rails

Refrigerated topping rails keep garnishes, toppings, and fast-grab prep ingredients cold and accessible during service.

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Refrigerated Equipment Stands
ES Base Refrigeration

Refrigerated Equipment Stands

Refrigerated equipment stands support countertop cooking equipment while adding valuable cold storage below the working line.

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Blast Freezers
BF Rapid Chill / Freeze

Blast Freezers

Blast freezers rapidly pull down product temperature for food safety, batch prep, production cooling, and better product retention.

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Walk-In Coolers and Freezers
WI Large Volume Cold Storage

Walk-In Coolers & Freezers

Walk-in systems provide large-scale refrigerated or frozen storage for restaurants, institutions, grocery programs, and commissaries.

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Commercial Display Merchandisers

Front-of-house refrigeration built for visibility, grab-and-go sales, and stronger chilled presentation.
Glass Door Refrigerators
GD Chilled Merchandising

Glass Door Refrigerators

Glass door refrigerators combine visibility and cold holding for beverages, dairy, prepared foods, and grab-and-go merchandising.

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Glass Door Freezers
GF Frozen Merchandising

Glass Door Freezers

Glass door freezers showcase frozen products while maintaining dependable temperatures for retail and front-of-house programs.

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Refrigerated Countertop Display
CD Counter Display

Refrigerated Countertop Display

Countertop display units promote desserts, drinks, packaged foods, and chilled impulse items in compact service areas.

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Square Glass Refrigerated Display Cases
SG Glass Showcase

Square Glass Refrigerated Display Cases

Square glass display cases support strong product visibility for cakes, pastries, deli items, and chilled specialty presentation.

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Refrigerated Display Cases Floor Model
FD Floor Merchandising

Refrigerated Display Cases Floor Model

Floor model refrigerated cases help merchandise cakes, desserts, prepared foods, and chilled impulse products more effectively.

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Sushi Cases
SC Specialty Display

Sushi Cases

Sushi cases provide attractive refrigerated presentation for sushi, sashimi, and chilled specialty display programs.

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Ice Cream Dipping Cabinets
IC Frozen Scoop Service

Ice Cream Dipping Cabinets

Ice cream dipping cabinets are built for frozen dessert service, scoop access, and attractive frozen product presentation.

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Open Air Curtain Merchandisers
OA Self-Serve Chilled Display

Open Air Curtain Merchandisers

Open air merchandisers make grab-and-go drinks, salads, sandwiches, and chilled foods easy to access in retail settings.

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Open Deli Display
OD Open Deli Merchandising

Open Deli Display

Open deli displays support visible merchandising for prepared foods, deli products, and self-serve chilled programs.

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Open Island Cases
OI Island Merchandising

Open Island Cases

Open island cases create flexible frozen or chilled merchandising zones for convenience, grocery, and self-serve display formats.

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Gelato Display Cases
GC Premium Frozen Display

Gelato Display Cases

Gelato display cases present frozen desserts with visibility, temperature support, and premium front-of-house appeal.

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Chest and Novelty Freezers
CN Frozen Bulk / Novelty

Chest / Novelty Freezers

Chest and novelty freezers support frozen bulk holding and impulse ice cream or novelty merchandising programs.

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Refrigerated Deli Cases
RD Service Counter Display

Refrigerated Deli Cases

Refrigerated deli cases provide premium curved-glass presentation for meats, cheeses, prepared foods, and service-counter merchandising.

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Pharmacy Refrigerators
PR Regulated Medical Cold Storage

Pharmacy Refrigerators

Pharmacy refrigerators provide temperature-controlled storage for medication, vaccines, and regulated medical inventory.

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Bar Refrigeration

Cold beverage service equipment for bars, lounges, restaurants, clubs, and hospitality counters.

Ice Making Equipment

Commercial ice production systems for bars, restaurants, hotels, healthcare, offices, and beverage programs.

Build a Refrigeration Setup

Fast setup order: Storage → Prep → Merchandising → Beverage → Ice.
Step 1

Choose Core Storage First

Start with the refrigeration your operation depends on for everyday holding, backup inventory, and product protection.

Step 2

Add Prep Refrigeration

Support faster line assembly with refrigerated prep equipment built around your menu, station layout, and daily pace.

Step 3

Build the Front-of-House Cold Zone

Choose display and beverage refrigeration based on what customers need to see, grab, or order quickly.

Checklist

Quick Buying Tips

  • Match refrigeration type to storage, prep, display, beverage service, or ice production before comparing brands.
  • Confirm door swing, ventilation clearance, utility requirements, and delivery access before purchase.
  • Choose display refrigeration based on both temperature performance and product visibility.
  • Use undercounter and worktop units where floor space and workflow efficiency matter most.
  • Size ice equipment around peak demand, not average daily use.

Buyer Tips for Commercial Refrigeration

Smart cold-side choices improve food safety, prep speed, merchandising, and service flow.

Match Equipment to the Cold-Side Job

Use upright storage for bulk inventory, prep refrigeration for assembly stations, merchandisers for visibility, and bar refrigeration for beverage speed.

Think in Zones, Not Single Units

Strong refrigeration systems are built in zones: storage, prep, display, beverage service, and ice production.

Protect Workflow During Rushes

Door style, pan access, recovery speed, and product visibility matter just as much as total cubic capacity when service gets busy.

Plan for Clearance and Utilities

Ventilation space, drainage, electrical compatibility, and delivery access can affect installation just as much as equipment footprint.

Commercial Refrigeration FAQ

Short answers that help buyers choose confidently.
What commercial refrigeration equipment do most restaurants need?
Most restaurants use a combination of reach-in refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, undercounter units, and display or bar refrigeration depending on menu type and service format.
How do I choose between reach-in refrigerators and prep tables?
Choose reach-ins for bulk upright storage and general inventory holding. Choose prep tables when you need refrigerated ingredients organized close to the assembly line.
What is the difference between merchandisers and back-of-house refrigerators?
Merchandisers are built to display products and support customer visibility, while back-of-house refrigerators prioritize storage capacity, workflow, and kitchen access.
What refrigeration works best for bars and beverage service?
Bar refrigeration often includes back bar coolers, bottle coolers, kegerators, wine coolers, and glass frosters depending on beverage mix and service style.
How do I size an ice machine for my business?
Size an ice machine based on peak daily ice demand, not just average use. Consider beverage volume, hospitality needs, kitchen prep use, and storage capacity together.
Do you ship commercial refrigeration across Canada?
Continental Restaurant Equipment supplies commercial refrigeration, display merchandisers, bar refrigeration, and ice equipment for businesses across Canada.

Build an efficient commercial refrigeration system using upright storage, prep refrigeration, merchandisers, bar coolers, display cases, walk-ins, and ice equipment made for daily foodservice, retail, and hospitality use across Canada.