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Data-Driven AI for Enhanced System Reliability
The term ‘AI’, for many, conjures up a scary image of computers taking over the world, whilst for others it is one of the most exciting areas of technological advancement. But what can it do for our refrigerations systems? Firstly, AI is not new technology, in fact the journey began with the pioneering work of Alan Turing, a British mathematician […]
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Ant Goes Shopping!
If, like Ant Lomas, you find supermarket trips chilly, you’re not alone. On a recent shopping trip, he noticed the cold air in the refrigerated aisles, leading him to question why the energy waste was so high. Despite shoppers shivering in the cold aisles, the supermarkets are often running refrigeration units at lower-than-necessary temperatures, contributing to wasted energy. Ultra’s Operations […]
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Energy Savings in Commercial Refrigeration
Operations Director, Ant Lomas discusses his recent shopping trip! “If, like me, you find a trip to the local supermarket not a particularly pleasurable experience but your ‘better half’ insists that you go along, it is likely you’ll probably notice them shivering as they enter the chilly aisles by the refrigerated display cases. On a recent occasion, this was particularly […]
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Trends in commercial refrigeration
The UK’s commercial refrigeration market (the ‘Cold Chain’) is estimated to be worth over £8.5 billion, growing to around £12.5 billion by 2028(Source: Cold Chain Federation – Feb 2024). Achieving this potential growth, and driving it towards the UK’s Net Zero targets, will rely on close collaboration between the industry’s innovators, end-users and legislators. Steve Shipp, Managing Director of Ultra Refrigeration, looks at some of the trends in commercial refrigeration that […]
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Innovative refrigeration and heating contributes significantly to business success
Award-winning independent retailer David Knight of Knight’s Budgens in West Sussex has pioneered the use of innovative refrigeration and heating systems in his stores, and believes these have contributed significantly to business success over 15 years. Here, we explore how these systems are central David’s retail model. Background Four separate Ultra Refrigeration concepts underpin the systems. First, Ultra’s iAir eliminates […]
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The importance of preventative maintenance for commercial refrigeration systems
Ultra Refrigeration’s Steve Shipp and Anthony Lomas explain the importance of regular, planned, preventative maintenance and look at the benefits it brings to end-users and operators of commercial refrigeration systems. Benefits of preventative maintenance For owners and operators of commercial refrigeration systems, which may have an expected operational lifetime well in excess of twenty years, the benefits of regular, planned, […]
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Ultra Refrigeration Celebrates Two Decades of Cool Success
March 1st marked a significant milestone in the journey of Ultra, as the company celebrated its 20th anniversary. This special occasion brought together the heart and soul of the business – its dedicated staff, loyal customers, and valued suppliers for an unforgettable evening of celebration at the Genting Casino in Sheffield. Under the shimmering lights and amidst the sophisticated ambiance […]
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Optimising Hygiene and Quality: The Crucial Role of Water Filters in Ice Machines
In the realm of food and beverage service, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and quality is non-negotiable. Whether it’s a bustling restaurant, a busy café, pub or hotel, the importance of maintaining pristine conditions cannot be overstated. In this pursuit, every component of the process plays a crucial role, including seemingly minor elements like water filtration in ice machines. […]
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Cold store safety and compliance
Cold stores and blast freezers are high-risk environments, and businesses have a legal duty to understand and manage these risks. Here Steve Shipp and Anthony Lomas of Ultra Refrigeration explore the nature of those risks, how they can be minimised and the part that can be played by good refrigeration system design. General Health and Safety in cold stores* In […]
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Ultra Refrigeration Celebrates 20 Years of Business
In 2024, Ultra Refrigeration will celebrate 20 years in business. Here, the two founders of the company, Steve Shipp and Anthony Lomas, reflect on their first twenty years in business together and look forward to what the future holds. Company founding and early challenges When their former employer decided to move away from refrigeration engineering and concentrate on sales, Steve […]
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