Shop Artikcold Back Bar Cooler with Hinged Doors – Ventilated Beverage Refrigeration with Wide-Access Design for High-Volume Bar Service

The Artikcold back bar cooler with hinged glass doors delivers efficient +2 °C to +10 °C refrigeration designed specifically for beverage service in bars, pubs, and hospitality venues where rapid restocking and product visibility drive sales. Available in three configurations—single-door BBC-60H (138 litres), double-door BBC-90H (223 litres), and triple-door BBC-133H (320 litres)—each hinged back bar fridge combines ventilated cooling with heat reflection glass and white LED lighting to maximise bottle and can display while minimising energy consumption. Supplied and serviced throughout the United Kingdom, the Artikcold hinged door series features factory-fitted locks and wide-angle access, allowing operators to secure high-value stock while maintaining efficient workflow during peak trading hours.

Exterior Design: Artikcold BBC Hinged Back Bar Refrigerator with Black Epoxy Steel Body and Lockable Doors

• Black epoxy steel body delivers a professional appearance that complements modern bar aesthetics while resisting scratches and corrosion in high-moisture environments, maintaining visual appeal throughout extended service life
• Hinged glass doors provide wide-angle access for rapid restocking during busy service periods, reducing the time staff spend retrieving bottles and allowing faster customer service without obstruction
• Factory-fitted locks with keys secure contents against unauthorised access, protecting high-value spirits and controlled stock in unsupervised front-of-house areas or shared service stations
• Compact 520 mm depth fits neatly beneath standard bar counters without protruding into service walkways, maximising usable floor space in compact hospitality environments

Visibility and Lighting: BBC Hinged Cooler by Artikcold with Heat Reflection Glass and White LED Illumination

• Heat reflection glass reduces solar gain and ambient heat ingress, lowering compressor run time and energy consumption while maintaining stable internal temperatures even when the back bar cooler is positioned near windows or under warm overhead lighting
• White LED lighting illuminates the entire interior without generating excess heat, highlighting bottle labels and can branding to drive impulse purchases and allowing staff to identify stock levels quickly during peak trading hours
• Digital display mounted externally allows bartenders to monitor internal temperature without opening doors, enabling rapid identification of any deviation and ensuring compliance with beverage storage guidelines for wine, beer, and soft drinks
• Rounded inner corners simplify daily cleaning by eliminating hard-to-reach crevices where spills and residue accumulate, reducing the time required for end-of-shift sanitation and maintaining hygiene standards

Cooling Performance: Artikcold Hinged Back Bar Fridge with Ventilated Airflow and Automatic Defrost

• Ventilated cooling circulates chilled air uniformly throughout the cabinet, eliminating warm spots and ensuring consistent temperatures from +2 °C to +10 °C across all shelf levels, which preserves beverage quality and prevents premature spoilage of perishable mixers
• Adjustable temperature control allows operators to fine-tune cooling based on product type—lower settings for draught beer kegs and dairy creamers, higher settings for bottled soft drinks and wine—optimising energy efficiency while meeting diverse storage requirements
• Automatic defrost cycles run without manual intervention, preventing ice build-up on evaporator coils that can restrict airflow and compromise cooling performance, so staff can focus on customer service rather than maintenance routines
• R600 (isobutane) refrigerant offers high thermodynamic efficiency with minimal environmental impact, future-proofing your investment against evolving refrigerant regulations while reducing global warming potential

Construction and Compliance: BBC Hinged Back Bar Cooler from Artikcold with CE and RoHS Certification

• CE and RoHS certification confirms compliance with European safety and environmental standards, ensuring the back bar cooler meets electrical safety requirements and restricts hazardous substances, which simplifies procurement for multi-site operators and franchise groups
• 230 V power supply integrates seamlessly with standard UK electrical infrastructure, requiring no special wiring or voltage conversion and allowing straightforward installation in existing bar layouts
• Automatic defrost operation eliminates the need for manual defrost cycles that disrupt service and require product removal, maintaining uninterrupted beverage availability during trading hours
• Capacities ranging from 138 litres to 320 litres allow operators to match refrigeration volume to bar size and beverage turnover, avoiding over-specification that wastes energy or under-capacity that forces frequent restocking

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the capacity differences between the BBC-60H, BBC-90H, and BBC-133H hinged back bar coolers?

The BBC-60H offers 138 litres across a 600 mm width with a single hinged door, ideal for compact bars or as a dedicated spirits cooler. The BBC-90H provides 223 litres in a 900 mm width with two hinged doors, suited to medium-volume beverage service. The BBC-133H delivers 320 litres across 1,350 mm with three hinged doors, designed for high-turnover bars requiring extensive chilled storage without adding multiple cabinets.

Why do hinged door models include locks while sliding door models do not?

Hinged door models feature factory-fitted locks because the wide-angle access they provide makes contents more visible and accessible, requiring security for high-value spirits and controlled stock. The lock mechanism integrates seamlessly with hinged door hardware, allowing bartenders to secure inventory during unsupervised periods or in shared front-of-house environments without compromising operational efficiency.

How does the wide-angle access of hinged doors improve restocking efficiency?

Hinged doors open fully to provide unobstructed access to the entire cabinet interior, allowing staff to restock multiple shelves simultaneously and retrieve bottles from the back without reaching around partially open doors. This design reduces restocking time during busy service periods and minimises the duration doors remain open, which lowers temperature recovery time and reduces energy consumption.

Can the temperature be adjusted to suit different beverage types in the same hinged back bar fridge?

Yes, all Artikcold hinged back bar coolers feature adjustable temperature control, allowing you to set the optimal storage temperature based on your product mix. Lower settings (+2 °C to +4 °C) suit draught beer, dairy creamers, and perishable mixers, while higher settings (+6 °C to +10 °C) are ideal for bottled soft drinks, wine, and energy drinks, balancing product quality with energy efficiency.