About to spend a small fortune on a new kegerator? There’s a good chance a commercial kegerator is the best option for you. Depending on where and how you plan to use the appliance, choosing the right kegerator can make a huge impact on the success of your business.
What is a Commercial Kegerator?
Commercial kegerators are built to withstand frequent use in professional environments like bars, restaurants, and event venues. Generally designed for high-volume dispensing and often feature multiple taps, these dispensers must be compliant with NSF commercial standards.
Where are Commercial Kegerators used?
Commercial kegerators are generally a good choice for any business offering multiple draft choices on the menu. Summit offers a large variety of kegerators, which can be used for almost any business.
- Bars and restaurants utilize commercial kegerators to meet a higher demand
- Breweries and taprooms use commercial kegerators to dispense multiple varieties from a single unit
- Large events and catering services
Is a Commercial Kegerators worth the higher price?
Yes, a commercial kegerator is a smart investment. No matter the size of your business, it is still the most cost effective way to get large quantities of beer at its cheapest price point.
Additionally, as a public food and beverage establishment, it is a requirement that you use refrigerators that meet NSF sanitation standards, as mandated by health departments. Operating with a residential refrigerator lacking NSF, ETL-S, or UL-S certification could jeopardize your compliance status and potentially subject your business to penalties and/or regulatory action.
How does a Commercial Kegerator construction differ from a residential model?
Commercial kegerators are built for heavier use and larger capacity than residential models, often incorporating more robust construction materials and features like extra refrigeration space and built-in or under-counter installation options.
Summit commercial kegerators are widely recognized for their solid construction for long-lasting durability, user-friendly features, and attractive design, making them the perfect beer dispenser for commercial settings.
Here are some Key Features of the Commercial kegerator:
Durability: Made from heavy-duty stainless steel to handle wear and tear. Summit commercial kegerator models like the SBC683OS feature solid 304 grade stainless steel construction. This model is also built-in capable, with a front breathing design that allows for fully recessed installation under counters or bars. The kegerator floor is constructed from stainless steel for added protection when loading and removing kegs.
Capacity: Typically, commercial kegerators are built to hold at least 1 full size keg or a combination of smaller kegs. Summit has a full line of commercial kegerators with an interior capacity of 5.6 cu. ft. interior. It is important to select the right size(s), depending on the needs of your business. Full sized kegs, can help you maximize service for a crowd. Or a combination of Cornelius or sixth barrel kegs when variety is your objective.
In addition, most Summit commercial dispensers include two chrome shelves, with six placement options, which allow the kegerator to also function as a beverage refrigerator.
Temperature Control: Summit commercial kegerators feature electronic controls or mechanical, depending on your preference, to ensure easy temperature management, with an external readout in Celsius or Fahrenheit. The tap cool system comes with an Interior tube which allows you to extend the cold air flow up into draft tower, ensuring beer freshly tapped stays cold (note: this can be used to cool up to two taps)
Safety: All Summit commercial kegerators are NSF 7 compliant. This important certification helps manufacturers and food service businesses ensure that their refrigeration equipment meets stringent health and safety standards, protecting both customers and the business's reputation.
Additional Features: Summit commercial kegerators are available in a variety of colors and styles, including glass door, white, basic black, durable stainless steel, or panel-ready for customization, standard or ADA height, with or without casters. there are also multiple tap options, including dual and triple tap systems for craft beer. We also offer several commercially approved tap kits, which allow you to dispense everything from wine to kombucha, for those that like to give their guests a variety of choices.
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