Modular refrigerated drawers engineered for unmatched temperature stability.

Adande Refrigeration

Founded in 1984 by design engineers Ian Wood and George Young, Adande Refrigeration originated as a specialist HVAC consultancy for the offshore oil and gas industry. The company’s trajectory changed when chefs on North Sea oil rigs requested refrigeration that could maintain stable temperatures despite the frequent openings required during 24/7 operations. This challenge led to the development of Adande’s globally patented "Hold the Cold" technology, which transitioned the company from a consultancy into a world-leading manufacturer of modular refrigerated drawers.

The defining characteristic of Adande equipment is its horizontal, insulated drawer system, which prevents cold air—which is denser than warm air—from "falling out" when the unit is opened. This design facilitates a unique low-velocity cooling environment that ensures exceptional temperature stability and humidity control. Because the drawers retain their climate so effectively, they can be placed anywhere in a kitchen, including directly beneath high-heat equipment like grills and fryers, without compromising mechanical performance or energy efficiency.

Adande units are engineered for maximum operational flexibility, allowing each individual drawer to be switched between fridge and freezer modes in minutes. With a temperature range spanning from -22°C to +15°C, the equipment can be fine-tuned to within 0.1°C to suit specific ingredients, such as fresh seafood or artisanal ice cream. This precision helps operators significantly reduce food waste, eliminate dehydration, and prevent the formation of ice crystals on frozen products, which in turn extends the life of cooking oil and improves the quality of the final dish.

Beyond its technical performance, Adande prioritizes durability and ergonomic efficiency in high-volume environments. Their drawers feature robust runners tested to over 500,000 openings and hidden seals that are protected from the daily wear and tear typical of commercial kitchens. By providing large-capacity storage within a compact footprint, Adande allows chefs to maintain bulk inventory exactly where it is needed, streamlining workflow and increasing speed of service. This commitment to engineering excellence has made Adande the preferred refrigeration choice for everything from Michelin-starred restaurants to major global quick-service chains.

Founded in 1984

Established originally by design engineers Ian Wood and George Young.

Broad Temperature Range

Broad climate flexibility capable of being fine-tuned to within 0.1°C.

500,000+ Drawer Openings

Rigorously tested robust runners built for high-volume commercial kitchen environments.

0.1°C Temperature Precision

Provides exact climate control to reduce waste and prevent ice crystals.

"Hold the Cold" Technology

Horizontal, insulated drawers prevent dense cold air from escaping during opening, ensuring exceptional temperature stability and precise humidity control in high-volume environments.

Switchable Fridge/Freezer Modes

Each individual drawer can seamlessly switch between fridge and freezer modes in minutes, offering a precise temperature range spanning from -22°C to +15°C.

High-Heat Area Compatibility

The heavily insulated drawers retain their internal climate so effectively that they can be positioned directly beneath grills and fryers without compromising energy efficiency.

Robust Ergonomic Design

Built for rigorous commercial use, the units feature heavy-duty runners tested to over 500,000 openings and hidden seals protected from daily wear and tear.

Core Specializations

Modular Refrigerated Drawers

The flagship globally patented horizontal drawer system offering high-capacity storage within a compact footprint, allowing chefs to maintain bulk inventory exactly where needed.

Under-Grill Refrigeration Units

Highly insulated drawers specifically designed to sit directly beneath high-heat cooking equipment without compromising mechanical performance, energy efficiency, or ingredient safety.

Precise Seafood Refrigeration

Temperature-stable storage environments fine-tuned to exact degrees to eliminate dehydration, effectively preserving the freshness, quality, and delicate textures of fresh seafood.

Artisanal Ice Cream Storage

Specialized freezer configurations utilizing low-velocity cooling to prevent the formation of ice crystals, maintaining the perfect consistency and overall quality of delicate frozen desserts.

Fry Station Storage

Specialized under-counter freezers that prevent ice crystal formation on frozen products, which significantly helps extend cooking oil life and improves final dish quality.

High-Volume QSR Solutions

Ergonomic, high-capacity cooling drawers featuring heavy-duty runners and hidden seals, specifically designed to streamline workflow and increase speed of service in quick-service chains.