Upright freezer GEMM 45010525

A pastry freezer keeps delicate baked goods firm without drying them by circulating cold air gently around every tray. The GEMM ARP/41B uses indirect ventilation to spread the chill evenly, so éclairs, tarts and puff pastries stay at the same low temperature from the top shelf to the bottom. Humidity is held high inside the cabinet, which stops the surface of the pastries from cracking or losing moisture while they wait for service or finishing.

The operator loads the trays through the full-height door, sliding each one onto the adjustable runners. The digital touch panel on the front sets the temperature between -22 °C and -10 °C, letting the kitchen choose the exact chill for short-term holding or deep freezing. Once the temperature is set, the freezer runs automatically, defrosting with hot gas and draining the condensate without manual intervention. The door can be opened and closed repeatedly during service without upsetting the internal climate, thanks to the thick insulation and the soft ventilation system.

The cabinet is built from stainless steel, inside and out, for corrosion resistance and easy cleaning. The 20 pairs of runners supplied with the unit accept standard 60x80 cm trays, and the 74 available positions let the kitchen organise the shelves at 16.5 mm intervals to fit tall gateaux or shallow tart tins. The refrigerant is R290, which is used in professional refrigeration for its low environmental impact.

The 0.92 kW power rating shows the load the freezer places on the electrical circuit, while the 230 V single-phase supply matches the standard socket found in most professional kitchens. The 205 kg weight means the unit is moved on a trolley or pallet jack, not lifted by hand. The 790 mm width, 1080 mm depth and 2140 mm height give the footprint and clearance needed for a back-of-house area where space is tight but access for cleaning is still required.

Cleaning follows from the construction: the stainless steel surfaces wipe clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent, the runners lift out for thorough washing, and the automatic condensate removal keeps the drain line clear without daily attention. The freezer is rated for climatic class 5, so it keeps working reliably in the warm, humid conditions of a busy kitchen.

The ARP/41B is listed in the GEMM professional refrigeration catalogue under pastry freezers.