Kara Masterson https://www.nuaireeng.com 2m 444 #maintenance
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With summer fast approaching, now is the time to make sure your convenience store is ready. Hot days mean that people will be looking for ways to cool off and you want to ensure that you’re well-stocked and prepared. Here are a few items that probably need a little bit of maintenance before summer really hits.
Refrigeration Units
If your store sells items such as perishables or cold drinks, the most important thing you can do to prepare for the summer months is to ensure that your refrigeration units are working properly. You want to check all of the seals on each unit, make sure there aren’t any broken shelves, and clean out any dust or dirt from fans or coils. Additionally, if it has been a while since the refrigerant was changed, it may be time for a refill. This ensures that your food products will stay at their optimal temperature throughout the season.
If something is wrong with your units, it’s best to get a repair company, someone like NuAire Mechanical Engineering, out to fix it as quickly as possible. This goes for the refrigerator units available for customers to look through as well as any storage units you might use in the back of the store.
Freezers
Similar to refrigeration units, freezers also require regular maintenance and upkeep. Make sure to check for any frost buildup in hard-to-reach places like underneath shelves or behind walls. Frost can reduce efficiency and cause problems with operation over time, so it should be removed as soon as possible. Additionally, check each door seal to ensure they’re secure and not letting cold air escape when the doors are shut.
Air Conditioners
If you have an air conditioner in your convenience store, it is essential that you maintain it regularly throughout the year so that during the summer months it operates efficiently and keeps everyone comfortable inside the store. This includes cleaning filters every few weeks and checking coolant levels in order to prevent any potential malfunctions or breakdowns during hot days when customers need relief from the heat outside.
As summer approaches, now is the perfect time for convenience store owners to make sure their stores are prepared for the heatwave ahead! Regular maintenance on refrigeration units, freezers, and air conditioners will help keep customers cool while shopping—and happy with their experience! By performing these tasks now before summer hits, you can save yourself from costly repairs and downtime down the road.
About the Author
Kara Masterson is a freelance writer from Utah. She graduated from the University of Utah and enjoys writing and spending time with her dog, Max.
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