Elanpro explains trends of commercial refrigeration industry

During the forecast period, the Indian domestic refrigerator market is expected to rise at a significant rate. The domestic refrigerator industry's key growth drivers are an increasing household income, improving quality of life, rapid urbanization, a growing number of nuclear families, a largely untapped market, and environmental changes. The major players are slashing prices and introducing new models with innovative features and fresh designs. The domestic refrigerator market is expected to rise in the coming years, thanks to rising per capita income, decreasing costs, and consumer finance.

Consumers have become increasingly concerned about food spoilage due to the hot and humid weather, resulting in a need for effective refrigeration. As a result, customers have warmed up to companies that deliver products or items to their homes. Due to traffic and other problems, distribution is delayed, resulting in spoilage. This is particularly one reason customers have requested the items to be shipped in temperature-controlled containers rather than thermocole boxes. New businesses drive the demand for refrigeration solutions such as battery-powered freezers, which ensure that the product is kept at a constant temperature before it reaches the final mile.

Commercial Refrigeration is a very complex and extensive portfolio as a whole. If we categorize it into different segments, every refrigerator has its own set of technologies and features. All involved in the process are responsible for safeguarding four essential premises to sustain top performance - specialized maintenance, monitoring, problem prevention, and preparation. Low-charge, roof-mounted units using natural refrigerants, air-cooled units using natural refrigerants, limited volume packed air-cooled units using ammonia refrigerant for small cold storages, oil-free systems, semi-hermetic and hermetic compressors using encapsulated copper winding motors are among the industry's challenges. Since commercial refrigeration equipment operates on a nearly continuous basis, a proper preventive maintenance program is essential to ensure that your refrigeration systems operate properly and efficiently throughout all times.

With a surge in the adoption of refrigerated and frozen food and confectioneries and a rise in the number of fast-food outlets and experience centers, there have been major trends that are shaping the commercial refrigeration industry. Some of those trends are listed below:

Natural and energy-efficient refrigeration

With the introduction of environmentally sustainable solutions in almost every industry, even the refrigeration industry is no exception. Natural refrigerants are gaining popularity around the world. Synthetic alternatives, such as hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), deplete the ozone layer and cause environmental damage. Many businesses have switched to natural refrigerants like ammonia or CO2 to tackle climate change. As environmental issues become more common in the coming years, we'll likely see an increase in sustainable choices. The commercial refrigeration industry also benefits from energy-efficient systems in two respects. For starters, it offers businesses a more profitable approach to their needs. It also fulfills the need for a more environmentally sustainable business model.

Demand for FMCG

The demand for fast-moving consumer products, or FMCG, is one of the most critical factors affecting the industry. Since many of these products have a limited shelf life, they must be kept refrigerated. These goods are becoming more common as more supermarkets open in developing countries. These aren't the only countries that consume FMCGs; virtually every country is increasing the consumption of manufactured products.

Technologically advanced product solutions

In terms of retail, product display is an important aspect. The products that are showcased on displays in stores or supermarkets are also a part of that trendsetting. With Indian consumers, challenges ascertain as per the needs and situations. For example, the most advanced product solutions have lesser depth and more width. With these aspect ratios, it offers a straightforward approach for the consumers in accordance with the Indian requirement.

Hence, Elanpro and its products claim to offer the best of advanced solutions. As per the needs and requirements of the Indian consumers, Elanpro has taken a page from the global aspects of the retail sector and has acknowledged their development in the product, customized the elements, and has taken an approach as per the Indian challenges. Elanpro offers continuous value to customers by:

• Through producing and delivering goods and services that meet its customers' needs

• Customer support will become a differentiator for Elanpro

• Attaining operational excellence continuously

Sanjay Jain, Director at Elanpro (Elan Professional Appliances), has been working in the commercial refrigeration industry for the past 25 years. He founded Elanpro along with Ranjan Jain and Shashank Joshi and positioned the company amongst the top five commercial refrigeration companies in India. Elanpro is one of the largest names for commercial refrigeration in the hospitality, retail, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries.