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Budget always plays an integral part in the decision-making process. New refrigeration
is offered at a wide array of price points, from premium products that come with the best
warranties and build quality to value-priced products that offer a tremendous bang for your
buck. Then, of course, there is the option of buying used equipment.
It is important to remember that you get what you pay for in most cases. If you’re buying used,
whether direct from someone over Facebook Marketplace or through a reputable dealer,
you don’t know what that unit has gone through. Was it previously in a wing restaurant,
with the condenser coil laden with grease and flour most of its life? Sure, it can be cleaned
but the extra load the compressor carried over the lifespan of the unit is not evident until
the unit is no longer keeping temperature three months into use in your location. There are
many sources of problems, such as mold, doors, and individual components. Further, in
the case of refrigerants that are illegal or being phased out, servicing your unit might prove
difficult. Like buying a used car, it is a case of buyer beware. But while you have the option
of taking an Uber, your restaurant cannot function without refrigeration.
The goal when sourcing refrigeration is finding something that meets your needs and
budget today, but also provides the highest return on investment over the long term.
Price & Budget
Ferguson Sales out of Charlottetown, PEI have maximized the workflow in this busy concession
stand. This image highlights the cold line layout. Visit Ferguson Sales at
www.fergusonsales.ca