Multideck Display Fridges
A multideck fridge is an open-fronted, multi-shelf refrigerated display unit used in convenience stores, farm shops, forecourts and staff canteens to merchandise chilled drinks, dairy, and grab-and-go food with no door to slow customers down. Open-fronted versus glass-door format is the first decision (open access speeds up sales but glass doors cut energy loss), alongside overall height, since low-height multidecks suit spaces with sightline or ceiling restrictions.
Key specifications
Capacities typically range from 300 to over 1000 litres, with external widths from 600mm to 2500mm+ in modular bays, running at +1 to +4°C. Most run on a 13A single-phase supply for smaller bays, though larger multi-bay runs may need a dedicated circuit; refrigerant is typically R290 or R404A-alternative blends, with noise around 50-60dB due to the air curtain fan. Expect adjustable shelving, night blinds or glass doors as an add-on, digital controllers and a 1-2 year warranty (longer on remote/compressor units).
£2,993.00
£2,993.00
£3,384.00
£3,384.00
£4,789.00
£4,789.00
£5,758.00
£5,758.00
Multideck Display Fridges — FAQs
What’s the difference between open-fronted and glass door multidecks?
Open-fronted multidecks give customers instant grab access and stronger visual merchandising but lose more cold air, while glass door multidecks are considerably more energy-efficient at the cost of a small barrier to browsing.
How much energy does an open multideck fridge use compared to a glass door one?
Open-fronted units generally consume noticeably more energy than glass-door equivalents because the air curtain constantly loses cold air to the room, which is why many retailers are retrofitting doors onto older open multidecks.
Do multideck fridges need a night blind?
Many open-fronted multidecks benefit from a roller night blind, pulled down out of trading hours to cut energy loss without affecting daytime merchandising.
What’s a low height multideck fridge used for?
Low height multidecks are designed for spaces with restricted ceiling height or where sightlines across the store need to be kept clear, such as smaller convenience formats.
The category runs predominantly on Mafirol, with Williams, Blizzard and Tefcold also well represented and Cossiga and Victor further down the range, suited to convenience stores, farm shops, supermarkets and staff canteens.