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Climma’s DC Inverter Chiller set to revolutionise the marine air conditioning market

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  • Variable Output 10,000 to 50,000 BTU from a single marine air conditioning system
  • Unique water cooled inverter
  • Climma Intelligent Control delivers modulated power
  • ECO mode
  • No start load
  • Up to 50% energy saving

The result of careful design and innovation based on over 40 years manufacturing experience new Climma DC Inverter chiller represents a revolution in energy efficiency of marine air conditioning chillers.  Driven by Climma’s unique water cooled inverter lowers the chillers power requirement by up to 50% compared to traditional chillers.

 Variable Output from a Single Marine Air Conditioning Unit

Using a scroll compressor with a state of the art DC brushless motor Climma’s new DC inverter driven compressor is programmed to run at the optimum speed for any given ambient temperature. Depending on the heat load requirements, the compressor frequency varies controlling the output capacity from 10,000 to 50,000 Btu. Modulating the compressor frequency from 12Hz up to 100Hz allows inverter compressors to produce faster cooling and heating, significantly improving the comfort on-board.

Climma Marine Air Conditioning

Unique Water Cooled Inverter Compressor

Unique in the marine industry, Climma’s water cooled inverter protects the compressor from excessive temperature, current overload and irregular voltage supply, allowing it to be installed in the engine room without additional ventilation. Added to this, the electronic control of the inverter requires no additional amps to start the compressor and provides continuous monitoring of the compressor curve to keep the unit within safe operating limits.  Eliminating stop-start cycles increases efficiency, extends the life of components, and helps eliminate large fluctuations in the load the air conditioner places on the power supply.

Climma Intelligent Control

Heating and cooling capacity is managed by the Climma Intelligent Control unit (CIC) which uses specially configured algorithms to ensure maximum efficiency.
So, if demand is high and the water temperature is not reached, the CIC will gradually increase the compressor speed until the desired temperature is reached and will also prevent speed oscillations. Similarly if the temperature is reached easily the CIC will reduce the compressor speed.

In practice operating on a sunny day, when the air-conditioning has a high heat load request, the inverter technology will allow the system run at full speed; while at night, when the heat load is lower, the inverter technology will automatically regulate the compressor to run at the minimum requested speed.

Eco mode

Climma DC chillers provide further efficiency gain through a special ECO mode that reduces the consumption even more. This function has been specifically developed to optimize the power consumption of the system in three principle ways:

  1. ECO mode enables the chiller to work more efficiently with a smaller output generator than would ideally be required.
  2. In ECO mode the power consumption is further reduced during night operation, when only a courtesy/night generator is working running and less power is needed.
  3. Eco mode allows the air-conditioning to run even while on the dock with a limited shore power supply.

No Start Load

A standard rotary or scroll compressor will operates much like a light switch – either off or on and for larger chillers there is a significant power requirement to start.  By using a DC compressor with inverter the Climma compressor starts at a low frequency requiring a fraction of the power.  For example the 50,000 BTU DC chiller has an initial power requirement of just 3A increasing to a maximum of 21A, a huge difference when compared to an equivalent 48,000 BTU standard chiller which has a 117A start load.

Up to 50% energy saving

The result of all this can deliver an overall reduction in power consumption of up to 50% compared to a traditional chilled water air conditioning system.

Penguin Refrigeration at the Southampton Boat Show 2014

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Penguin Refrigeration,UK distributors for Frigoboat, Vitrifrigo and Climma Marine Air Conditioning, will be exhibiting at the Southampton International Boat Show from 12th to 21st September 2014 – Stand G037 in the Ocean Hall.

Large Range of Marine Fridges Freezers and Air Conditioning Products on Display

Penguin Refrigeration will be displaying a large range of their marine DC 12 volt or 24 volt compressor fridges and freezers as well as component products to refrigerate an existing cold box.  World leaders in marine refrigeration Penguin supply all the UK’s major boat builders and will help you to tailor your 12 volt or 24 volt fridge system to provide the optimum performance and efficiency for the sailing and cruising you do, be it local sailing in northern waters or blue water cruising through the tropics and beyond.  See our website for more information: http://www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/fridges-and-freezers-for-yachts-and-boats/

Also on display will be the latest Marine Air Conditioning products from Climma.  Climma is manufactured exclusively in Italy by Veco, who produce an extensive range of marine air conditioning products from the smallest stand alone Compact 3.5, suitable for a small sleeping cabin (i.e. a V berth on a 34 foot sailboat) to the Chorus chillers for superyachts of 50m and upwards.  Throughout the range the product is carefully engineered to deliver quiet, efficient cooling and air conditioning solutions using the best quality components within the most compact configuration possible. Recent additions to the Climma range include the new Aquacool chillers and ‘dry pan’ fan coils.

Technical Advice

As ever during the show Penguin technical staff will be on hand  to help and assist, offering advice and answers to just about any 12/24 volt fridge, freezer or marine air conditioning related question.  So whether you require advice, spare parts or a new fridge system, Penguin will be able to help you.

Special Offers

Penguin will also be running special promotions at the show with a 10% discount on all component fridge or freezer systems bought at the show and up to 20% discount on certain Vitrifrigo fridges freezers and AC systems.

We look forward to seeing you from 12th to 21st September oat our stand G037 in the Ocean Hall.

Climma Marine Air Conditioning High Efficiency Inverter Driven Chilled Water Systems

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Climma Marine Air Conditioning have developed and refined their Solo range of chillers from 60,000 up to 1,152,000 btu/h providing significantly higher output and greater operating efficiency than previous chilled water systems. 

High Capacity Sea Water Condensers Provide Efficient Marine Air Conditioning

This has been achieved through the large capacity cupronickel sea water condensers which can take up to 10°C from the sea water (at standard flow rate) giving Climma CWS Solo chillers the highest capacity output from the smallest size.  Another major bonus is the unique ability of Climma’s high capacity heat exchanger to operate effectively in heat mode when the sea water temperature is below 10°C. 


Climma’s Inverter Driver Completely Removes the Peak Start Loads from their chilled water marine air conditioning

  1. The second area of efficiency gain is through Climma’s water cooled inverter driver.  Unlike a soft start which theoretically reduces the start current by 30-35% the Climma inverter completely zeros the compressor start load effectively keeping the start current to the same level as the nominal run current avoiding overload of the onboard generator.

Once running the inverter will control the compressor speed between 40-60Htz which has four main advantages:

  1. Reduces the compressor power by 30% when system has reached the temperature set point.  This provides further efficiency gains as the compressor is running at a lower speeds so benefits from an oversized heat exchanger.
  2. Automatically load sheds as required and protects the compressor from fluctuations in voltage supply.
  3. Slower operation also delivers a dramatic reduction in noise and vibration as compressor runs at lower speed.
  4. You also gain improved safety and reliability as there is less stress on the compressor running at a lower speed with a smaller pressure differential.

Another significant bonus with Climma’s marine air conditioning water cooled inverter is that it is built within the frame of the chiller ensuring there is no problem with electrical interference due to cable routing through the engine room.

High quality high efficiency Marine Air Conditioning through Penguin Refrigeration

Distributed through Penguin Refrigeration, Climma’s Marine Air Conditioning Solo Chillers are modular and can built up in pre-fabricated frames to provide cooling from 60,000 to over 1,000,000 BTU/h capacity.  Each system is remotely controlled and monitored with full diagnosis capability ensuring a truly reliable HVAC system with full redundancy.

CWS Solo Marine AIr Conditioning

2014 London Boat Show Ticket Offer

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Thinking of coming to the London Boat Show in January 2014?

Use the coupon code below to get your advance tickets from just £12.00  Follow the link below to the London Boat Show ticket website and then enter the coupon EX12 to claim your additional discount.  www.londonboatshow.com/2014/show_info/ticket_information.aspx

Penguin Refrigeration will be exhibiting in the same location as last year, stand A173, opposite Garmin and Raymarine.

Come and see latest examples of our marine fridges, freezers and air conditioning products

As usual we will be displaying a large sample of our range of our marine 12 volt or 24 volt DC compressor fridges and freezers as well as component products to refrigerate an existing cold box.  World leaders in marine refrigeration Penguin supply all the UK’s major boat builders and will help you to tailor your 12 volt or 24 volt fridge system to provide optimum performance and efficiency for the sailing and cruising you do, be it local sailing or blue water cruising.  See our website for more information: http://www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/fridges-and-freezers-for-yachts-and-boats/

Also on display will be the latest Marine Air Conditioning products from Climma including the excellent new MK3 digital controller.  Climma is manufactured exclusively in Italy by Veco, who produce an extensive range of marine air conditioning products from the smallest stand alone Compact 3.5, suitable for a small sleeping cabin (i.e. a V berth on a 34 foot sailboat) to the Chorus chillers for superyachts of 50m and upwards.  Throughout the range the product is carefully engineered to deliver quiet, efficient cooling and air conditioning solutions using the best quality components within the most compact configuration possible. Recent additions to the Climma range include the new Aquacool chillers and ‘dry pan’ fan coils.

Technical Advice

As ever during the show our technical staff will be on hand  to help and assist, offering advice and answers to just about any 12/24 volt fridge, freezer or marine air conditioning related question.  So whether you require advice, spare parts or a new fridge system, Penguin will be able to help you.

Special Offers

Penguin will also be running special promotions at the show with a 10% discount on all component fridge or freezer systems bought at the show and up to 20% discount on certain fridges freezers and AC systems.

We look forward to seeing you from 4th to 12th January 2014 at our stand A173 opposite Garmin.

Penguin Launch New Range of Air Cooled Galley Fridge Freezers

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Typical Specification of Galley Fridge Freezers

In response to recent demand Penguin Refrigeration have developed a new range of galley fridge freezers specifically designed for large yachts and superyachts.  Space is a premium on any yacht and in Penguin’s experience the volume of fridge and freezer space in most Superyachts is too small to properly cater for guests and crew.  In many instances the galley fridge freezers supplied will be large domestic units such as Miele, Subzero or Whirlpool and while these units work well in a domestic kitchen environment they are severely tested when put into sea or ocean going yacht.

The combination of glass and perspex interior fittings and accessories found in standard domestic fridges and freezers are simply not up to the rigors of life at sea.  Added to this the doors do not have positive latches, relying solely on the magnetic door seal to keep the door closed when underway.  A lack of fiddle upstands on the shelves also make these standard fridges and freezers difficult or even dangerous to access when underway. Above all, the condensers supplied on this type of domestic fridge freezer are designed to be fitted in well ventilated kitchens not the confined space of a yachts hot and humid galley.

An alternative solution favoured in many galleys of larger Superyachts and Megayachts is to fit commercial fridges and freezers built by companies like Foster and Williams.  While these commercail galley fridge freezers are designed to work in tougher commercial environments they are still not optimised for a yachts galley – no fiddles or upstands on the shelves, or locking catches on the doors.  More importantly valuable space and refrigeration capacity is lost due to the large feet or castors and condensing units fitted top and bottom of the unit.

Penguin’s Galley Fridge Freezers are Built Specifically for the Marine Environment

Penguin’s designers have addressed all the challenges that a truly marine galley fridge freezer must overcome to produce a range of fridge freezers which will fit directly into the existing space of the most popular domestic brands, including Whirlpool, Miele and Subzero or the commercial Foster, Williams or other brands of commercial refrigeration.  Key features of Penguin’s Galley fridge freezers include:

Precise LED Digital Temperature Control
Very low profile condensing sets fitted above (230v 50/60Htz & Self Venting)
Brushed Stainless Steel Exterior with Slam Catch Closure
Polished Stainless Steel Interior
Optional Interior Accessories
Global Warranty & Support
Tropical Rated Cabinet & Cooling Units

To see the full range of cabinets available go to the Galley Fridge Freezers section of the Superyacht products page on the Penguin website.

Galley Fridge Freezers

Special Offers on 12 Volt Fridges at Caravan & Motohome Show NEC

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Once again we will be exhibiting Vitrifrigo 12 Volt fridges and freezers at the NEC Caravan and Motorhome Show from 15th to 20th October 2013 – Stand 11..28 in Hall 11 with the motorhome converters.

Large Range of 12 Volt Fridges and Freezers on Display

Penguin Refrigeration are dedicated to the supply of 12/24 volt DC refrigeration suppling many of the UK’s leading vehicle manufacturers and converters including Lunar Caravans, Jerba Campervans, Wellhouse Leisure and Vantage Motorhomes.  See our website for more information: http://www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/12volt-fridges-and-freezers-for-campervan-motorhome-and-rvs/

On display will be the latest examples of Vitrifrigo 12 volt fridges and freezers, including the C39i and C42L, shallow depth fridges ideal for VW  T5 and Bongo conversions, as well as the larger C75L with remote compressor and C85i 90 litre fridge, now standard fit throughout the Vantage Motorhome range.

Technical Advice for 12 Volt Fridges

As ever during the show Penguin technical staff will be on hand  to help and assist, offering advice and answers to just about any 12/24 volt fridge or freezer related question.  So whether you require advice on power efficiency and management, spare parts or about new 12 fridges in general, Penguin will be able to help you.

Special Offers on all 12 Volt Fridges and Freezers

Penguin will also be running special promotions at the show with a 20% discount on all 12 volt fridges and freezers systems bought during the show.

12 Volt Fridge for VWT5 and Small Van Conversions

We look forward to seeing you at the NEC

Southampton Boat Show Offer Extended

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Thanks to everyone who came to see us at the recent Southampton Boat Show especially for all the positive feedback received.  Penguin are passionate about the refrigeration and air conditioning we supply and genuinely believe that our products will work as we promise, so it is always good to hear your actual experiences and confirmation that the performance is as good or even better than we expect it to be.

If you picked up our Special Offer Price List at the show and wanted to take advantage of either the Frigoboat Special Offer Kits or the additional offers on the Vitrifrigo cabinets we have extended the deadline to Monday 7th October to give you the opportunity to measure up and confirm the fit and suitability of the options available.

If you missed the show you can still take advantage of the main show offers of less 10% on Frigoboat systems and less 20% from Vitrifrigo cabinets by using the following voucher codes:  FRIGOSHOW for Frigoboat or VITRISHOW for Vitrifrigo cabinets.  Please note that the discount is from the RRP and will not apply to products already discounted.

STAND G004

 

Southampton Boat Show Ticket Offer

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Thinking of coming to the Southampton Boat Show this year (13th to 22nd September 2013)? Use the coupon code below to get your advance tickets from just £12.00  Follow the link below to the Southampton Boat Show ticket website and then enter the coupon EX12 to claim your additional discount.

http://www.southamptonboatshow.com/2013/show_information/ticket_information.aspx

We would love to see you and Penguin Refrigeration will be in our usual spot in the Ocean Hall, stand G004, next to Penguin Engineering.

STAND G004

Large Range of Marine Fridges Freezers and Air Conditioning Products on Display

Displaying a large range of our marine DC 12 volt or 24 volt compressor fridges and freezers as well as component products to refrigerate an existing cold box.  World leaders in marine refrigeration Penguin supply all the UK’s major boat builders and will help you to tailor your 12 volt or 24 volt fridge system to provide optimum performance and efficiency for the sailing and cruising you do, be it local sailing or blue water cruising.  See our website for more information: http://www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/fridges-and-freezers-for-yachts-and-boats/

Also on display will be the latest Marine Air Conditioning products from Climma including the new Compact 3.5 unit and the excellent MK3 digital controller.  Climma is manufactured exclusively in Italy by Veco, who produce an extensive range of marine air conditioning products from the smallest stand alone Compact 3.5, suitable for a small sleeping cabin (i.e. a V berth on a 34 foot sailboat) to the Chorus chillers for superyachts of 50m and upwards.  Throughout the range the product is carefully engineered to deliver quiet, efficient cooling and air conditioning solutions using the best quality components within the most compact configuration possible. Recent additions to the Climma range include the new Aquacool chillers and ‘dry pan’ fan coils.

Technical Advice

As ever during the show our technical staff will be on hand  to help and assist, offering advice and answers to just about any 12/24 volt fridge, freezer or marine air conditioning related question.  So whether you require advice, spare parts or a new fridge system, Penguin will be able to help you.

Special Offers

Penguin will also be running special promotions at the show with a 10% discount on all component fridge or freezer systems bought at the show and up to 20% discount on certain fridges freezers and AC systems.

We look forward to seeing you from 13th to 22nd September at our stand G004 in the Ocean Hall.

Marine Air Conditioning Special Offers

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Up to 40% off Climma Marine Air Conditioning Units

Penguin Refrigeration are offering excellent deals on certain Climma Marine Air Conditioning products. If you are thinking of fitting marine air conditioning  to your boat then look at the offers available on the Penguin Refrigeration website. With up to 40% off Climma compact units there are some real deals to be had.  If you are unsure exactly what you need to fit AC to your boat or require help with the system layout, Penguin can provide a detailed specification and quote for you.  All that is required is confirmation of the boat type and size, a rough floor plan to confirm the size of unit required plus any basic layout details that you have.

Climma Marine Air Conditioning is Straight forward to fit

Climma equipment is easy to fit, very reliable in operation and straight forward to maintain and service.  The key factors to consider when looking at installing a marine air conditioning system are:

1. Find a dry location to site the unit that is tucked away, but where you can easily duct the air to the delivery grill and also get good return air back to the air intake grill.  Good locations for sleeping cabins include under the berth or in the base of a wardrobe.  You can also locate the unit in the the lazzarette which will reduce the noise in the cabin, but to do this ideally you will need to box it in and then duct the air in and back from the sleeping cabin.  In the main saloon under the seating is normally the best place to site the marine air conditioning.
2. Locate the air delivery grills as high as possible – you are looking to project cold air across the ceiling of the cabin so the whole area is cool.  Low down outlets simply freeze your toes.
3. Keep the duct runs as short as possible and make sure the duct is straight and tight (not sagging).
4. It is just as important to get return air to your marine air conditioning unit.  Make sure that the air intake of the unit is not obstructed and there is a minimum 50mm gap between the intake and any bulkhead.  Climma supply air intake grills or you can relieve the wood work, create a slot or overhang to make sure you have sufficient air returning.
5. The marine air conditioning unit is sea water cooled and requires a sea water pump to circulate the water through the unit.  The sea water pump must be located below the water line close to the intake as they are not self priming. Penguin advise having a dedicated outlet for each ac unit onboard so you can easily confirm that there is sufficient cooling water going through the condenser on each marine air conditioning unit installed.
6. Run the electrics making sure you have dedicated breakers for the AC (and pump if running multiple units) and you are done.

Typical Marine Air Conditioning Layout

So if you are interested in finding out more information look at the marine air conditioning offers on the site or get a detailed quote from us by contacting Zeb or Ian for more details.

For further information on installing a Climma marine  air conditioning system follow the link to the Climma Compact installation manual

Frigoboat Water Cooled Cold Rooms

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Penguin have added the complete range of Frigoboat blown air evaporators, water cooled compressors and condensers for water cooled cold rooms and walk in freezers to the Superyacht product range on our website.

Water Cooled Cold Rooms Ensure Efficient Performance Anywhere in the World

With ever larger Superyachts and Megayachts the demands for catering on-board has never been higher. Most yachts of 50m and upwards are designed with cold stores and walk in freezer storage in addition to the galley fridges and freezers to provide sufficient storage capacity for distance cruising.

While many larger Yachts have more commercial style galleys with professional kitchen staff using standard catering fridges and freezers at Penguin we understand the importance of efficient, reliable refrigeration at sea which is why we always recommend water cooled cold rooms and walk freezers over air cooled systems for the following key reasons:

  1. Water cooling is more efficient, so the compressors require less power to achieve the same performance as an air cooled system.
  2. This also means the duty cycle is far lower for water cooled units in high ambient temperatures even when water temperatures are 28°C plus.
  3. Compressor and plant is far smaller in size can be remote mounted, reducing noise and vibration and allowing greater volume for the water cooled cold room
  4. Water cooled cold rooms dramatically reduce the Air Conditioning loads of the yacht by dramatically reducing the heat generated in the galley, a major bonus when the yacht is in tropical locations.

You would not consider fitting an air cooled AC system to your yacht – the same rules apply to your refrigeration!

Modular in Design Our Water Cooled Cold Rooms Plant is Easy to Specify and Install

Modular approach to the plant and equipment required to refrigerate water cooled cold rooms allows Penguin to easily specify the parts required to cool any Cold Room Walk in Freezer. Using our simple matrix Penguin can now specify both replacement components as well as complete systems for new and existing cold rooms and large volume freezers for Superyachts, Exploration vessels and ships cruising globally. Simply provide us with the volume of the space you need to refrigerate. The temperature you need to achieve and we will do the rest.

Water Cooled Cold Rooms

For more details follow the link below to see the range of water cooled cold rooms and freezer equipment or send us an email with your requirement.

New Stainless Steel Drawer Fridge and Freezer Cabinets from Frigoboat

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Elegant MS Stainless Steel Drawer Fridge and Freezers

Frigoboat have introduced a new range of high quality stainless steel drawer fridges and freezers for use with their 12/24 Volt DC compressors and cooling units.  Built to the same dimensions as their hugely successful MS fridge and freezer range the new Frigoboat drawer series is built to the same exacting standards using stainless steel inside and out.  Polished stainless interior with brushed stainless drawer fronts they are built for the marine environment and are ideal for yachts or other mobile or outdoor applications.

Specification of Frigoboat Drawer Fridge and Freezer Range

The 2 drawer fridges are designed to operate between +10°C and 0°C in up to 40°C ambient and above. They are ideal for out door bar and entertainment areas on large yachts or as galley fridges on smaller sailboats and motor yachts (note on sailboats  a fridge drawer or freezer should only be fitted in the fore and aft direction – never athwartships).  Freezers are ideal for galleys or to provide additional freezer storage when passage making, allowing easy access while at sea.

The fridge drawers feature a minimum of 50mm insulation throughout and the freezer drawers 80mm insulation with heated door seals. The drawers run on tough nylon runners on a stainless housing with a mechanical stop.  Drawers are held in place with internal catches when closed for security at sea.

Fitting is straight forward and choice of cooling unit allows you to optimise the cabinet to your specific requirements.  All cabinets are supplied with 2.8m refrigerant pipes, pre-charged with refrigerant using Frigoboat’s excellent resealing quick connect couplings, allowing you to connect your drawer fridge to either an air cooled, water cooled or keelcooled compressor and cooling unit depending on the specific application.  Compressors are DC powered (either Danfoss BD35 or BD50) but can be easily upgraded to run AD and or DC as required.

marine combination fridge freezer

Buy DRW180A Drawer Fridge Freezer

 

For more details visit our Marine Drawer Fridges & Freezers page 

 

New Custom Fridge and Freezer Brochure Launched at Dusseldorf Boat Show

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Penguin Refrigeration Custom Fridge forms key part of the UK Marine Industry German Show Case

The Bristish Marine Federation displayed a Penguin Frigoboat Superyacht 2 door custom fridge freezer on their showcase stand.  Polished stainless steel interior with LED lighting and glass fronted doors the Penguin custom fridge generated lots of interest from the German Superyacht interior designers and fit out specialists at the show.

Penguin’s Specialist Custom Fridge and Freezers

Penguin’s speciality in providing one off bespoke solutions for galley, entertainment and VIP fridges, freezers and ice machines was fills a really specialist niche in the market.  “We had several potential customers who were really excited at the prospect of a specialist company able to help design, specify and advise on the fridge and freezer requirements they want to integrate and often conceal in their Superyachts immaculate interior” commented Penguin Refrigeration’s Commercial Director Zeb Elliott.  “It is great to be able to have the answers to their custom fridge challenges.”

Penguin’s Custom Refrigeration Brochure Details their Varied Offering for Custom Fridge and Freezer Solutions

Penguin’s new brochure has details and examples of the varied products that Penguin have delivered over the past two years.  Air cooled and water cooled large capacity galley fridge freezers have become Penguin’s specialiality often delivering up to 50% more capacity than the standard domestic or commecial units they replace. What Penguin are less well know for are their water cooled cold rooms, under floor freezers, cockpit and wet bar fridges and integrated VIP guest minibars and champagne fridges.  The new brochure has examples of all this and more.

Custom Fridge

To see an online copy of the 2013 Custom Fridge borchure follow the link below. Alternatively go the Superyacht section of the website for more details.  www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/superyacht

Penguin Custom Fridge Brochure

Notes to editors:
Penguin Refrigeration are based in the UK supplying custom refrigeration to Superyachts and Blue water cruising yachts, specialising on high quality efficient systems to meet the latest requirements of food hygiene and preservation.

New Vitrifrigo 14 Litre Top Opening 12 Volt Fridge

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Vitrifrigo will be launching their new 14 litre top opening 12 volt fridge at the NEC Motorhome and Caravan Show from 16th 21st October. The C14 is just 225mm wide making it ideal for small campervan and motorhome conversions, fitting where space is a premium or where kitchen work tops are narrow.

Compact Dimensions for a Top Opening 12 Volt Fridge

With a width of just 330mm and a depth of just 225mm the Vitrifrigo C14 is the smallest ‘built-in’ top opening 12 volt fridge on the market.  The compact dimensions means you can build a fridge into a space that no other 12 volt fridge will fit.  Either providing the option to fit a fridge to a small conversion, or allowing you to maximise the space for a bigger bed or other important components, without sacrificing the benefits of having a proper fridge. As a top opening 12 volt fridge will also provide far easier access, especially in a smaller campervan conversion where the bed can often obstruct a front opening fridge door.

Top Opening 12 Volt Fridge Dimensions14 Litre Top Opening 12 Volt Fridge

The fridge is supplied with the Danfoss BD35 compressor attached with 1.2m of refrigerant pipe to allow you to remote mount the compressor in a location that suits your design. The thermostat is also designed to be fitted externally to the box so that you maximise the full volume inside the cabinet.  The standard lid is supplied with hinges which can be removed if the lid is to be mounted directly onto the work top for a different hinge or lift out arrangement.

Alternative Top Opening 12 Volt Fridge

The C14 is designed as a very specialist top opening 12 volt fridge and this does reduce the volume of the fridge.  If you have more space available you may be better off looking at Vitrifrigo’s larger alternatives – C40L and C37L  For full details on the range of top opening fridges and freezers follow the link below to Penguin’s web shop:

Campervan and Motorhome top opening fridges

12 Volt Fridges at NEC Caravan and Motorhome Show

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Penguin Refrigeration,UK distributors for Frigoboat, and Vitrifrigo 12 volt fridges and freezers will be exhibiting at the NEC Caravan and Motorhome Show from 16th to 21st September 2012 – Stand 10.90 in the Hall with the motorhome converters.

Large Range of 12 Volt Fridges and Freezers on Display

Penguin Refrigeration will be displaying a large range of their DC 12 volt fridges and freezers including Vitrifrigo latest C29 portable and C14 top loader.  Dedicated to the supplyof 12/24 volt DC refrigeration Penguin supply many of the UK’s leading panel van converters and will help you to choose the best 12 volt or 24 volt fridge or freezer to give the best solution and efficiency for your specific motorhome or campervan.  See our website for more information: http://www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/12volt-fridges-and-freezers-for-campervan-motorhome-and-rvs/

On display will be the latest examples of Vitrifrigo 12 volt fridges and freezers, including the C39i and C42L, shallow depth fridges ideal for VW  T5 and Bongo conversions, as well as the larger C75L with remote compressor and C85i 90 litre fridge, now standard fit throughout the Vantage Motorhome range.

Technical Advice for 12 Volt Fridges

As ever during the show Penguin technical staff will be on hand  to help and assist, offering advice and answers to just about any 12/24 volt fridge or freezer related question.  So whether you require advice on power efficiency and management, spare parts or about new 12 fridges in general, Penguin will be able to help you.

Special Offers on all our 12 Volt Fridges

Penguin will also be running special promotions at the show with a 20% discount on all 12 volt fridges and freezers systems bought during the show.

12 Volt Fridges for VWT5 and Small Van Conversions

We look forward to seeing you from 14th to 23rd September at our stand 10.90 in the Converters Hall.

Come and See Penguin Refrigeration at the Southampton Boat Show – Stand G004

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Penguin Refrigeration,UK distributors for Frigoboat, Vitrifrigo and Climma Marine Air Conditioning, will be exhibiting at the Southampton International Boat Show from 14th to 23rd September 2012 – Stand G004 in the Ocean Hall.

Large Range of Marine Fridges Freezers and Air Conditioning Products on Display

Penguin Refrigeration will be displaying a large range of their marine DC 12 volt or 24 volt compressor fridges and freezers as well as component products to refrigerate an existing cold box.  World leaders in marine refrigeration Penguin supply all the UK’s major boat builders and will help you to tailor your 12 volt or 24 volt fridge system to provide the optimum performance and efficiency for the sailing and cruising you do, be it local sailing in northern waters or blue water cruising through the tropics and beyond.  See our website for more information: http://www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/fridges-and-freezers-for-yachts-and-boats/

Also on display will be the latest Marine Air Conditioning products from Climma including the new Compact 3.5 unit and the excellent MK3 digital controller.  Climma is manufactured exclusively in Italy by Veco, who produce an extensive range of marine air conditioning products from the smallest stand alone Compact 3.5, suitable for a small sleeping cabin (i.e. a V berth on a 34 foot sailboat) to the Chorus chillers for superyachts of 50m and upwards.  Throughout the range the product is carefully engineered to deliver quiet, efficient cooling and air conditioning solutions using the best quality components within the most compact configuration possible. Recent additions to the Climma range include the new Aquacool chillers and ‘dry pan’ fan coils.

Technical Advice

As ever during the show Penguin technical staff will be on hand  to help and assist, offering advice and answers to just about any 12/24 volt fridge, freezer or marine air conditioning related question.  So whether you require advice, spare parts or a new fridge system, Penguin will be able to help you.

Special Offers

Penguin will also be running special promotions at the show with a 10% discount on all component fridge or freezer systems bought at the show and up to 20% discount on certain fridges freezers and AC systems.

We look forward to seeing you from 14th to 23rd September oat our stand G004 in the Ocean Hall.

Motohome Monthly’s Solar Powered Fridge Test

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If you did not manage to see the Motorhome Monthly article on specifying and running a solar powered fridge featured in their February issue it is now available for you to down load from our website.

Vitrifrigo Solar Powered Fridge

The article was produced in association with Penguin Refrigeration, who supplied the 62 litre Vitrifrigo fridge and Actionvan who provided their rental Campervan with 55W Solaris Solar panel already fitted to the roof.  The article runs guides you through the best way to specify and install a solar powered fridge, to ensure maximum efficiency and that everything is sized correctly.  Over the period of the test the fridge ran constantly powered soley from the 55 Watt solar panel fitted to the roof of the motorhome.

The System in Practice

The installation was completed in May 2011 and initially the weather was hot and sunny with average temperatures during the day well above 25 degrees C. However, towards the end of the test, the weather deteriorated with more cloud cover and several exceptionally humid overcast days. The solar powered ridge was used on a daily basis, with the thermostat set midway giving a constant measured temperature of 6 degrees C inside. Over the weekends there was also occasional use of the stereo and the LED lighting. Over the 36-day test the only source of charge for the battery was from the 55W solar panel, which comfortably kept the battery condition well above its minimum (50 per cent), putting in more charge than the average daily discharge of 14.9 amp hr.

Did the Solar Powered Fridge Work?

Undoubtedly yes! This truly was a solar powered fridge. The test proved that a correctly installed and ventilated DC compressor fridge can run constantly for well in excess of a month from a battery powered solely from a solar panel. To achieve this required a quality fridge cabinet, with single evaporator and an efficient condenser, combined with a deep-cycle AGM battery and a rigid solar panel.

For more details of the fridge featured in this article follow the link to the C62i www.penguinfrigo.co.uk/shop/#c62i

Solar powered fridge test

 

 

All Vitrifrigo 12 Volt Fridges are E-Mark Type Approved

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Vitrifrigo are now certified E-mark type approved, ensuring their complete range of 12 volt fridges are suitable for use on all new motor homes and campervans manufactured in the and UK.  Vitrifrigo have taken this proactive step to support and help all UK manufacturers meet the new European legislation which comes into force at the end of April this year.  The new European type approval requires all new registration motorhomes and campervans produced in the UK to conform to a European wide certification scheme.

Certified and Energy Efficient 12 Volt Fridges

The type approval process that all UK motorhome and campervan manufacturers are currently working through with the VCA requires many tests and vehicle safety checks.  The conformity of the 12 volt fridges is required to ensure there is no electrical interference from the fridge compressor or electrical thermostat while the vehicle is running.  Vitrifrigo use the Danfoss BD35 compressor as standard throughout their range of 12 volt fridges, which combined with their unique aluminium finned, forced air condensers ensures that their 12 volt fridges are the most efficient possible.

C115i 12 volt fridges

Manufactured exclusively in Italy, Vitrifrigo 12 volt fridges are built using the best standards of manufacture and quality control with the range catering for all sizes of motorhomes from the C39i, C42L & C51i fridges ideal for the VW t5 Transporter, Mazda Bongos or Nissan Granvia’s through to the C85i, C115i or DP2600i fridge freezers for the larger panel van and horse box conversions.  For more details of the range available follow the link to our

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Motorhome Manufacturers Increasingly Opt for 12V Compressor Fridges over Traditional 3 Ways

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12v compressor fridge campervanMany top UK motorhome manufacturers and converters are already committed to 12v compressor fridges in their motorhomes and campervans, including Vantage Motorhomes, East Neuk, Jerba Campervans and the multi award winning Hyundai from Wellhouse Leisure.

WHY ARE ALL THESE LEADING COMPANIES USING 12V COMPRESSOR FRIDGES OVER THREE WAY FRIDGES?

1. Efficiency.

Compressor fridges are far more efficient when run on electricity 12v or 240v.  A 3 way fridge running on 12v will draw approx 9A plus continuously (+9A per hour).  A 12v compressor fridge power requirement can be as low as 0.4A per hour for a 40 litre fridge.

2. Provides a truly independent fridge system

12V compressor fridges will run on solar power. Our tests suggest that as a rule of thumb for Vitrifrigo cabinets is that approx 1W of solar panel will provide enough power for a litre of refrigeration, (UK summer), giving you total freedom and ability to go truly ‘wild camping’.

3. Fast cool down

3 Way fridges take a long time to get cold because the cooling system relies solely on convection and gravity to make the ammonia flow.  12v compressor fridges will reach temperature within 15-30 minutes of turning on.

4. Greater Reliability

3 Way fridges will not work on a gradient due to the gravity required to make the process work. 12v compressor fridges will work on an angle of up to 30°!

5. Lower heat output

3 Way fridges generate significant heat due to the heating fundamental to the process and do not perform well in higher ambient conditions.

6. Easy to install

12V compressor fridges are easy to fit, you do not need a Corgi approved gas fitter, just a good source of 12 volt power and correctly sized cables.

7. No external vents required

No unsightly exterior vents required.  A good installation will ensure good air flow past the condenser of the 12v compressor fridges cooling unit, but does not require external vents.

 

What are the disadvantages of 12V compressor fridges

1. They are not silent in operation.

The compressor is extremely quiet, but the cooling fan is quite audible on standard compressor fridges.  However, following some recent work carried out with UK motorhome builders, Vitrifrigo have introduced new quieter fans across their range of 12v compressor fridges.  Cutting the noise of the fan by half means that they are now barely audible from 1m distance or when built into the kitchen furniture of the motorhome.

2. Compressor fridges do not run on gas.

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This is also an advantage if you want your motorhome to be gas free or are conscious of the cost of buying gas to run your fridge compared to the equivalent cost for the electricity to run 12v compressor fridges

Distributed through Penguin Refrigeration in the UK, Vitrifrigo provide the most extensive range of 12v compressor fridges in both front and top opening configurations.

For more details visit our Motorhome & Campervan page

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