Integrated Fridge Freezers

In your dream kitchen, fridge freezers that are integrated are a great way of keeping your food fresh. Expect a spacious storage space with adjustable shelves and useful features like wine racks.

Look out for holiday mode that turns off your freezer, but keep the fridge running, and for Super-cool settings that quickly reduce the temperature to keep food frozen.

Space Saving

The fridge freezers that are integrated tend to be smaller than freestanding ones, so they take up less space in your kitchen. Based on the size you choose, they can hold up to 350 litres of space - enough for around 19 bags of food. They are also available in different heights, from'midi models to tall 178cm models. Some models come with a water dispensing system which is connected to the mains power supply, which means you can have cold water on demand.

Other convenient features to look out for include HarvestFresh salad drawers and NeoFrost technology, which keeps the freezer at a moderate temperature, which helps to lower costs for energy and also reduce unpleasant smells. Also the Holiday Mode is handy if you're away for a few weeks and need to keep your frozen food items safe and secure. You'll also find models with a full glass lid that's easy to clean and helps keep the interior clean and at a better hygiene level.

Convenience

Integrated freezers are an excellent option for those who want to reduce kitchen space. They combine a refrigerator and a freezer into one. They can be easily integrated into kitchen cabinets, creating a seamless look. Choosing an integrated freezer is a good option for those who want to reduce their energy bills as they are often more efficient than freestanding models.

Keeping your freezer full is important for energy efficiency. When you open your refrigerator the cold air escapes and warm air rushes into the freezer. This consumes a lot of electricity. By keeping your freezer stocked, you will ensure that the cold air doesn't escape and that the warm air is taken up by the contents inside and will lower your energy consumption. It is possible to do this by moving all your food items towards the front and sides of the freezer and stuffing any spaces inside with bags of newspaper or shipping peanuts (these are available at most supermarkets).

You can also reduce your energy consumption by putting the items you use the most often in the area which is easiest to access. You won't need to move things around in your freezer, which could cause freezer burn.

A lot of the most modern fridge and freezer technologies have the 'fast chill' feature and 'fast freeze' feature which allows you to quickly bring your new shopping down to the ideal temperature. This is especially helpful when you are unloading an enormous grocery delivery and require to bring the frozen or chilled goods to the proper temperature as soon as it is possible.

Integrated Refrigerator Freezers can be installed as a 'Fixed' or 'Sliding model, based on how the appliance is fitted to the cabinet and fridge housing cabinet. The major distinction between these models is that 'Sliding' integrated fridge freezers are able to be moved should you decide to renovate your kitchen, as they can be removed from the cabinet. Fixed fridge freezers can't be taken out as they are constructed inside the cabinet, and the fridge is connected directly to it.

Energy Efficiency

Energy efficient integrated fridge freezers cool faster and use less power than older models. This is good for both the environment as well as your energy bills. You can pick from low'midi' height models about 130cm tall, or extra tall freezers at 170-180cm tall.

The green label has led to a surge in sales of integrated freezers. Energy efficiency is a major aspect for appliances in the home since they consume a huge amount of energy and are on all the time. The fridge and freezer are responsible for a large portion of your household's electric bill. Making the switch to an energy efficient model will save you money.

The energy rating of the appliance is vital and the highest rating is A+A++ or A. Companies are now required to display this on their websites to ensure that customers can compare energy ratings while shopping. However, we found that only a few companies had options more than A on their websites.

Spiral freezers that are not fully integrated into the refrigeration and process control system can result in significant energy loss. When product changeovers occur, the spiral freezer parameters are not updated and result in warm product that will not pass quality checks. This is often the result of setpoint changes that are temporary in response to production issues. These changes are forgotten, causing loss of product and the use of energy. Integrating the spiral control system with the refrigeration systems and process systems permits the system to automatically update parameters in line with the product being produced. This helps save energy and helps reduce waste. VaCom Technologies can assist plants in achieving this by working with the plant to determine parameters for each product line and then the integration of spiral freezer controls into the plant control system.