How do I choose the correct size and capacity for my café’s display units?
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Start with what you need to sell, where, and how often you can restock:
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Start with what you need to sell, where, and how often you can restock:
Menu and pack format: Use DCF when you need space for trays and an assisted-service presentation (deli meats, pastries behind the counter, plated items). Use FDR3 for pre-packed grab-and-go lines (sandwiches, salads, desserts in pots). Use GDR1000 for bottles/cans and packaged items.
Frontage vs depth: In tight counter areas, prioritise the unit that gives the most sellable frontage for your hero category (for many cafés that is grab-and-go, so an FDR3 can act as a “feature” unit). If you have queueing space and staff-led service, a DCF1300/DCF1600 style length is often chosen based on how many products you want visible at once.
Restock rhythm: If you can restock little and often, you can run a smaller display and keep it looking full. If restocking is infrequent (busy service, limited staff), size up so the display stays presentable through peak periods.
Layout reality check: Tape the footprint on the floor and confirm you can still achieve a clean flow: order point, payment, pick-up, and staff access behind the counter without bottlenecks.
Read the full guide: Comparing Unifrost FDR3 & GDR1000 Display Fridges with DCF Deli Counters for Irish Cafés.
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