CUES - Chilled Unit Energy Saver
An incredible product that can save up to 30% on refrigeration

How does CUES work?
Refrigeration units work in a series of cycles – starting and stopping to maintain the required temperature. They usually monitor circulating air temperature in order to decide when to
switch on and off – so we call them air cycles. However, circulating air temperature tends to rise quickly, far more quickly than food temperature and, as a result, refrigeration works harder than
necessary to maintain stored products at the right temperature. This in turn leads to excessive energy consumption and undue wear and tear on the equipment.

This is where CUES kicks in. CUES consists of a food simulant contained in a double-skinned enclosure. This food simulant mimics the temperature of food at 10mm below the surface. Due to its specific design, CUES ensures that refrigeration keeps food at the correct temperature.

When fitted to the thermostat sensor, which controls the compressor, CUES significantly reduces the frequency of the refrigeration cycles as they are now based on food temperature rather than fluctuating air temperature.

Air cycles typically produce a minimum of 12 cycles/hour and, in some open display cases, 20 cycles/hour. By using CUES as a cycle control mechanism, refrigerated cycles can be reduced by as much as 80%.

As the start-up of a refrigerator compressor uses 3 times more power than in the running cycle, considerable energy savings are achieved. In addition, the more efficient refrigeration cycle leads to a more efficient unit, which then leads to a colder storage area. Consequently, you can turn down the thermostat and enjoy further energy savings without compromising food safety and quality.

Its simple - more efficient refrigeration cycles = substantial energy savings

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