[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]As one of the world\u2019s foremost manufacturers of commercial refrigeration equipment, walk in coolers, walk in freezers and refrigerated warehouses, Polar Bear Panels, by creating innovative, high-precision products with industry-leading features, makes it easy for customers to keep their cool.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2946″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2949″ img_size=”medium” add_caption=”yes” alignment=”center” style=”vc_box_circle_2″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/2″][vc_single_image image=”2943″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Sizing<\/h2>\n

The smallest quick-ship models are around 6 feet in each dimension. Custom boxes can be built to virtually any size you need. A good rule of thumb to keep in mind is that you should\u00a0subtract 6\u00a0inches in each direction<\/strong>\u00a0to know the actual interior dimensions. Each insulated wall will take away about 6\u00a0inches from the interior. To save money both up front and on energy costs in the long run,\u00a0get as close an estimate as you can to how much space you\u2019ll need inside<\/strong>. With a walk-in cooler that\u2019s too big, you\u2019ll be paying to cool space you don\u2019t need. If you overfill a box that\u2019s too small, it won\u2019t be able to maintain safe temperatures. It is best to plan your shelving around the specific dimensions of your new unit. Since the doors of most walk ins are about 30-inches wide, the aisle inside doesn\u2019t need to be much wider than that, unless you want enough room inside to turn a cart around. As an example, a common overall width is 9 feet. This leaves 8 feet of interior space, with 2 feet on each side for shelving and 4 feet in the center to maneuver a cart. The height of most boxes is between 6 and 8.5 feet. Shorter models are sometimes chosen for indoor installations, while taller one are better outdoors, where vertical clearance for a top-mounted refrigeration system is not a concern.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”2911″ img_size=”full” add_caption=”yes”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Refrigeration Systems<\/h2>\n

Two main types of walk-in refrigeration systems are available.\u00a0Self-contained systems<\/strong>offer the simplest installation and operation. These come with the evaporator and condenser in one unit that bolts onto the side or top of the box.<\/p>\n

Panel Materials<\/h2>\n

The exteriors of a walk-in fridge takes a lot of abuse. We use a\u00a0aluminum\u00a0to build them:<\/p>\n

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• Aluminum<\/strong>\u00a0is the most economical choice. It is lightweight and will not rust.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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