Tips For Hiring A Mobile Cool Room

Hiring a mobile cool room for the first time can be a step into the unknown. Most people have no idea what to look for in such a service and may, as a result, not get the most appropriate product for their needs.

The truth is, hiring the right mobile cold room from a reliable supplier isn’t about special offers or bold promises. It’s merely about finding a service that meets the needs of your business and then some. So let’s begin with the essential tips for hiring a cold mobile room.

• Safety
  Whether it’s an event with hundreds in attendance or just for a small gathering, safety should always be at the forefront of your mind. Cold rooms come with a lockable door that decreases the risk of theft or damage to the cold room’s content. A lockable power inlet also protects the power supply from tampering, which can prevent the cold room’s contents from being accidentally or maliciously spoiled. These safety measures are essential for preventing food poisoning.
  
  Safety, however, also applies to people. Choose a cold room that has safety features like being able to be opened from the inside if someone gets shut inside.
  
• Unload in bulk
  Instead of taking out single drinks, unload them in bulk. Keep them in an ice bucket or small fridge where guests can easily take it. This will save on energy costs as the door to the cold room won’t be frequently opened, making it harder to keep the temperature stable. It also means that you won’t have to keep making frequent trips to the cold room or open it up to your guests.
  
• Save energy
  As noted above, you can save energy by keeping the door closed to the cold room closed as much as possible. However, before you hire a cold room, it is worth finding out how energy efficient it is.
  
  Make sure you check that both the outside and inside of the unit are in good condition. If you see a damaged panel, it could be a sign that there’s a leak that would let out cold air and drive up your power bill.
  
• Adequate lighting
  It is also vital for your cold room to have a light to assist in locating its storage contents. This is particularly beneficial at night, especially when outside lights are scarce, allowing little light to enter your cold room.
  
• Reliability and efficiency
  Cold rooms which are made from quality parts are more reliable and efficient. When you hire a cold room, make sure the unit is made using heavy-duty insulated panels, sturdy flooring and shelving, and quality fittings.
  
  For instance, units with a magnetic door handle will be better at keeping in the cold air, which in turn helps in the efficient running of the unit. By choosing a quality material, you will have a better experience.
  
  
• Shelf storage
  Choose a cold room that gives you ample space for storing everything you need. Adjustable shelving can be best as it allows you to change the shelving to suit your needs, like being able to store different-sized items efficiently. Shelves that can be removed are also easy to clean and sanitise.

Tips on taking care of your mobile cold room

Just like any other machine, your cold room also requires care, as it is a complex appliance which can have unnecessary hidden costs. Get it serviced once in a while to avoid costly breakdowns. However, you should also be performing other regular maintenance to keep your cold room operating at its peak performance rate.

Care for your unit

By doing a few extra tasks on your workday, you can help prevent your cold room from breaking down and avoid the associated expenses. Top tips that include are:

• Record the unit’s temperature daily. If the temperature fluctuates, this could be a sign that something isn’t working properly. 
• Keep your unit clean using warm soapy water and a cloth. Ensure that you wipe the interior regularly.
• Once, it is clean, ensure that all surfaces are dry as wet areas can cause a build-up of ice, making surfaces slippery.
• Clean around the unit by removing all weeds and other rubbish, because they can obstruct airflow and this can cause your unit to not work as efficiently. 

Stocking the unit

If you stock your unit fully, it will operate more efficiently compared to an empty unit. However, ensure that it is not over-stocked as it will have to work much harder and it could result in early breakdowns. Thus, it is essential to keep an eye on your stock levels to ensure that your unit is working correctly. Here are the tips for your stocking unit:

• For items that you use frequently, keep them close to the door so that you can access them quickly and you don’t need to keep the door open for long.
• Make sure goods don’t block any fans. This can prevent cold air from circulating and cause items to spoil.
• Every day, check no items have spilled or spoiled. If they have cleaned them up immediately so they don’t affect any other goods.

Conclusion

By utilising these few tips within your business, you will not only be able to hire the correct cold room for your needs, but you can ensure it works efficiently and effectively without costing you extra money. If you have any questions or concerns, don’t forget to speak with the service you hired the unit from.