Cold display cabinets keep food safely chilled between 2–8°C while presenting it
beautifully to customers. Designed for cafés, bakeries, delis, supermarkets and grab-and-go venues, these
refrigerated showcases balance temperature stability, visibility, merchandising and hygiene.
Showcase & Sell: Our range includes cake displays, countertop showcases, deli fridges,
open display merchandisers and upright retail displays from trusted commercial brands.
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Buying Guide: Cold Display Cabinets
Choosing the right cold display cabinet is critical for food safety, merchandising and efficient service. Different foods require different airflow, humidity, visibility and access styles—selecting the correct cabinet keeps products fresh, compliant and looking their best.
1. Types of Cold Displays & Their Best Uses
- Cake Display Fridges: Humidity-friendly airflow for pastries, cheesecakes and desserts.
- Countertop Displays: Compact units for impulse buying at the counter.
- Deli Display Fridges: Gentle static or hybrid cooling to prevent meats and salads from drying out.
- Open Display Fridges: Grab-and-go merchandisers using an air curtain—ideal for drinks and packaged foods.
- Retail Display Fridges: Upright glass-door fridges for drinks, dairy and packaged grab-and-go items.
2. Cooling Systems: Fan-Forced vs Static vs Air Curtain
- Fan-Forced: Even temps for cakes & drinks; high clarity but can dry out fresh deli foods.
- Static Cooling: Gentle, moisture-preserving; ideal for meats, salads & delicatessen displays.
- Air Curtain (Open Displays): High-speed airflow maintains temp without doors—best in air-conditioned 24–25°C environments.
3. Glass Design, Visibility & Lighting
- Curved Glass: Reduces glare; classic bakery look.
- Square Glass: Modern aesthetic; maximises internal volume and display area.
- Heated / Anti-Fog Glass: Prevents front condensation in humid environments.
- LED Lighting: Enhances product colours—cool white for cakes, warm white for deli meats.
4. Food Safety & Temperature Control
- 2–8°C safe zone for cakes, dairy, sandwiches and packaged foods.
- Humidity balance prevents pastries drying or salads wilting.
- Tropical (43°C) rated units recommended for hot Australian kitchens.
5. Shelving, Space & Merchandising
- Multi-tier displays: Increase selling surface without taking more floor space.
- PANORAMIC visibility: 3–4-sided glass maximises impulse purchases.
- Shelf weight rating: Important for heavy cakes & deli trays.
6. Installation & Placement Tips
- Avoid direct sunlight & heat sources (cookline, ovens).
- Ensure proper ventilation for the condenser.
- Open display fridges should not face venue entrances or strong drafts.
7. Leading Cold Display Brands We Supply
- Bonvue: Premium cake & patisserie displays with heated glass.
- Bromic: Reliable open displays & retail merchandisers.
- Thermaster: Value-driven showcases for cafés & bakeries.
- Atosa: Modern square-glass cake displays & upright merchandisers.
- Tecnodom / Turbo Air / AIREX: Specialist European & supermarket-style displays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my display fridge fog up?
Humid environments cause condensation. Choose heated or anti-fog glass to maintain clear visibility.
Why does food dry out in my cake or deli display?
Fan-forced airflow can dehydrate delicate foods. Deli displays use gentler static cooling to preserve moisture.
Can open display fridges keep food cold?
Yes—using an air curtain. For best performance, keep them away from doors, drafts or direct heat sources.
What is the ideal cake display temperature?
3–7°C helps maintain structure and prevents cream-based desserts from spoiling.
Need help choosing the right cold display?
Call 1300 001 336 for merchandising advice or layout planning.