Food prep gets even better with the updated Onyx from Williams
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.
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
To learn more about Williams extensive product range visit www.williams-refrigeration.co.uk.