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Council & Government Refrigerated Cabinet Specification (Australia): GEMS 2024 EEI & Compliance Guide

Australian council facility with Class 4 display fridge showing ≤ 5 °C and GEMS 2024 EEI label visible

Councils & Government (Australia): A Ready-to-Use Spec for GEMS-Compliant Refrigerated Cabinets — EEI, Climate Class & Verification Councils & Government (Australia): A Ready-to-Use Spec for GEMS-Compliant Refrigerated Cabinets — EEI, Climate Class & Verification Search intent: commercial investigation → transactional. This page gives procurement teams a copy-ready specification for refrigerated cabinets that meets Australia’s GEMS […]

Spring–Summer Drinks Station Layout Matrix (Australia, 2025) — Bar Cooler, Wine Cooler, Ice Well & Ventilation Check

Spring–Summer Drinks Station Layout Matrix (Australia, 2025) — Bar Cooler, Wine Cooler, Ice Well & Ventilation Check

Spring–Summer Drinks Station Layout Matrix (Australia, 2025) — Bar Cooler, Wine Cooler, Ice Well & Ventilation Check Spring–Summer Drinks Station Layout Matrix (Australia, 2025) — Bar Cooler, Wine Cooler, Ice Well & Ventilation Check Spring into summer is when a drinks station makes or breaks your service. This Australia‑specific guide turns FSANZ rules, the 2024 […]

Wine Service Coolers for Restaurants (Australia, 2025) — Dual‑Zone, Vibration & Placement Done Right

Wine Service Coolers for Restaurants (Australia, 2025) — Dual‑Zone, Vibration & Placement Done Right

Wine Service Coolers for Restaurants (Australia, 2025) — Dual‑Zone, Vibration & Placement Done Right Wine Service Coolers for Restaurants (Australia, 2025) — Dual‑Zone, Vibration & Placement Done Right A wine service cooler should hit predictable serving temperatures, protect aroma and structure, and stay quiet at the pass. This Australia‑specific guide turns regulation context (FSANZ cold‑holding, […]

Backbar & Underbar Beer Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Quiet, Heat‑Resilient Layouts That Speed Service

Modern restaurant interior with bar seating

Backbar & Underbar Beer Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Quiet, Heat‑Resilient Layouts That Speed Service Backbar & Underbar Beer Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Quiet, Heat‑Resilient Layouts That Speed Service A backbar fridge should chill fast, stay quiet, and survive the hottest hour of the night without fogging or tripping breakers. This Australia‑specific guide turns FSANZ rules […]

Countertop Cold Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Power, Ventilation & POS Layouts That Actually Fit

Countertop Cold Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Power, Ventilation & POS Layouts That Actually Fit

Countertop Cold Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Power, Ventilation & POS Layouts That Actually Fit Countertop Cold Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Power, Ventilation & POS Layouts That Actually Fit A countertop display fridge should do three things: hold ≤ 5 °C during service, sell product at the point‑of‑sale, and avoid cooking your counter with hot exhaust. […]

Cake Display Fridges —Layout Guide for Cafés

Cake Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Climate Class, EEI & Front‑of‑House Layout Guide for Cafés

Cake Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Climate Class, EEI & Front‑of‑House Layout Guide for Cafés Cake Display Fridges (Australia, 2025) — Climate Class, EEI & Front‑of‑House Layout Guide for Cafés If your patisserie looks beautiful but can’t hold ≤ 5 °C in real service, you risk waste and non‑compliance. This guide translates Australia’s rules and real‑world café […]

R290 in Commercial Refrigeration: Safety, Compliance & Service Myths (Australia)

R290 in Commercial Refrigeration: Safety, Compliance & Service Myths (Australia)

R290 in Commercial Refrigeration: Safety, Compliance & Service Myths (Australia) Skip to content Home / Blog / R290 in Commercial Refrigeration R290 in Commercial Refrigeration: Safety, Compliance & Service Myths (Australia) R290 (propane) is now standard in many glass‑door and upright commercial fridges and freezers. This guide explains—in plain Australian English—how R290 works, how to […]

Australia’s EEI & GEMS 2024 Playbook for Refrigerated Cabinets

Close‑up of a glass‑door commercial display fridge with chilled beverages, illustrating energy‑efficient refrigerated cabinets compliant with GEMS 2024 in Australia.

GEMS 2024 & EEI: Australia’s Refrigerated‑Cabinet Buyer Guide (with Cost Math) EEI under GEMS 2024: the Australian refrigerated‑cabinet guide buyers actually use This is a practical, regulation‑accurate playbook for cafés, QSRs, bakeries, convenience retail and venue managers. Learn how to confirm compliance under GEMS (Refrigerated Cabinets) Determination 2024, read EEI with confidence, estimate running cost […]

Pick the Right Commercial Fridge in 2025: Glass Door vs Display vs Upright (AU)

2025 Comparison Guide: Glass Door, Retail Display & Upright Storage Fridges (Australia)

2025 Comparison Guide: Glass Door vs Retail Display vs Upright Storage Commercial Fridges (Australia) Buyer’s Guide · Australia 2025 Comparison Guide: Glass Door, Retail Display & Upright Storage Commercial Fridges (Australia) Published 17 Aug 2025 · Last updated 17 Aug 2025 · English only The fridge you choose sets the tone for food safety, energy […]

Propane (R290) Fridges in Australia: Safety, Charge Limits & Energy Savings Explained

R290 eco-friendly glass-door merchandiser fridges — single and countertop — shown with an energy-rating backdrop for Australian venues.

R290 in Commercial Refrigeration: Safety, Efficiency & What It Means for Your Venue Propane (R290) has moved from niche to mainstream in Australian plug-in merchandisers and service cabinets. This long-form guide explains why now, what the rules say, how much refrigerant is actually allowed, what to expect on energy bills, and how to buy, install […]