Latest version of popular prep stations set new standards in food safety and energy efficiency

Williams Refrigeration has updated its popular range of Onyx prep stations, which deliver even higher standards of energy efficiency and temperature control than its predecessor. The new models have all been converted to eco-friendly natural hydrocarbon refrigerant and have been redesigned to improve efficiency and airflow as well as serviceability.

Onyx prep stations are designed to offer a flexible area for the preparation of food, combining refrigerated storage positioned beneath a worktop with refrigerated food wells providing instant access to regularly used fresh ingredients. They are ergonomically designed to be at the ideal working height, with the ingredient pans positioned in comfortable reach.

The large work area makes them suitable for preparing a range of foods including pizza, sandwiches, tapas, salad and desserts.

Onyx prep stations are available in a range of sizes capable of holding 1/1GN pans, from the compact, space saving two door model up to the large, 1043 litre capacity, five door model. The ingredient wells are capable of holding a selection of 1/3 and 1/6 GN pans, up to four 1/3 pans on the two door model, with the five door model taking twelve.

Ingredients stored in the wells are maintained at the correct temperature in two ways: pans are cooled from beneath, and a curtain of cool air is blown over the top of the food. This helps to maintain an internal temperature of 4°C by keeping warm kitchen air away from the ingredients. After passing over the ingredient wells the cold air is drawn back into the Onyx, recycling the energy and helping to reduce power consumption.

The latest models include a newly designed honeycomb shaped air guide that directs the air curtain straight down across the product, minimising air loss into the environment, concentrating the cold air in the pans. This allows for tighter and more accurate temperature control, while also reducing energy consumption.

Other updates to the Onyx range include the use of EC (Electrically Commutated) brushless fans, which allow for precise control with reduced power consumption. The complete Onyx range has also been converted to natural hydrocarbon refrigerant. As well as a low GWP/zero ODP, it has excellent thermodynamic properties helping to reduce energy consumption even further.

Furthermore, the base of the unit has been redesigned to make it easier to install, transport and service.

Capable of operating in ambient conditions up to 43°C and constructed from sturdy, food safe stainless steel, the Onyx comes with a lift-off cover to allow ingredients to be stored overnight, and removable, easy to clean crumb catchers. A choice of customisation options is available, including drawers, a hinged lid, granite worktop, and a polypropylene chopping board.

More information about the new Onyx range can be found on Williams website.  List prices start from £5.920

Key updates to Onyx range:

Significantly more energy efficient than the previous model

Inclusion of EC fans

Natural hydrocarbon refrigerant

New honeycomb air guide controls air curtain precisely

Redesign to make installation, transportation and servicing easier

Williams Refrigeration offers a comprehensive range of commercial refrigeration including gastronorm cabinets and counters, specialist bakery equipment, coldrooms, multidecks and blast chillers. 

To learn more about Williams extensive product range visit www.williams-refrigeration.co.uk. 

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Martin Laws at Williams Refrigeration 01553 817002

Williams Refrigeration is a division of AFE Group Ltd. It is an ISO9001-2008 Quality Management accredited company and has been awarded ISO14001, the internationally recognised industry standard for Environmental Management Systems.  Most recently Williams has demonstrated its commitment to staff welfare by achieving Occupational Health and Safety Standard (OHSAS) certification 18001:2007.

Williams designs, manufactures and installs a highly diverse product range, supplying hotels, hospitals, schools, restaurants, bars and kitchens around the world. With a wide selection of gastronorm cabinets and counters, prep stations, blast chillers/freezers, bottle coolers, bakery and modular coldrooms the company provides products that suit almost any application – a “one-stop” refrigeration purchasing solution.

The company has also developed a specialist range of medical and pharmaceutical refrigeration, including bespoke coldrooms and the Medi+ range of cabinets. 

Williams’ commitment to customers is absolute, offering extensive specialist advice and support from installation through to after-sales, service and maintenance.