At a Glance:
How Different Refrigeration Technologies Impact Perishable Foods
Dual Evaporators and Their Benefits
Dual Compressors: Elevating Food Preservation
Humidity Control: A Game-Changer for Freshness
Latest Cooling Technologies for Ultimate Freshness
Refrigerators with Advanced Cooling Technology
Tips for Maximizing Food Freshness in Refrigerators
How to make food last longer? It’s an all-encompassing question that people have been trying to solve for many years. Food preservation plays an important role in our homes, especially in our refrigerators. When it comes to storing fresh foods, it can be concerning to see your perishable foods deteriorating at a quick rate. Proper food preservation is important for many reasons, including, preserving the nutritional quality of your food, reducing food waste, preserving flavor, and maintaining proper food safety. Today we are going to look at the different refrigeration technologies that refrigerator manufacturers have created to make preserving foods easier and more efficient.
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The various types of refrigeration technologies on the market today can have a high impact on the preservation of foods, from energy-efficient solutions, shelf life, food quality, the safety of your food, sustainability, and much more. Today, we are going to cover the different types of technologies most commonly equipped in refrigerators to help improve your food preservation, which are, dual evaporators, dual compressors, humidity control features, and advanced cooling technology.
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Dual Evaporators and Their Benefits
As the name suggests, dual evaporators use two different components to maintain food freshness in your fridge. It uses two separate evaporator coils and fans to independently cool both the refrigerator and freezer sections of your fridge, ensuring both areas of your refrigerator maintain the proper cooling temperature for the ideal preservation of perishable foods.
Benefits for Preserving Food Quality and Avoiding Cross-Contamination
✅ Temperature Control: With the independent evaporators and fans, a dual evaporator system then maintains independent temperature control of both sections of your fridge, both fridge and freezer, meaning you can set ideal temperatures for both compartments based on the needs of your specific foods, which also extends the shelf life of your perishable foods.
✅ Preventing Flavor Transfer: Another benefit of dual evaporators, is that you don’t have to worry about a transfer of flavors from one compartment to another. With the separate cooling systems, the amount of airflow is minimal between the two sections, meaning there is less risk of mixing odors and flavor from improper airflow.
✅ Temperature Recovery: With dual evaporator refrigerators, temperature recovery is a breeze when either the refrigerator or freezer doors are opened, ensuring that the temperature is brought back to the ideal setting once the door is shut, preserving the freshness and longevity of your food.
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Dual Compressors: Elevating Food Preservation
Compressors are used in both refrigeration and air conditioning units, and their main job is to compress and circulate unwanted gas and heat out of the cooling system, to maintain proper cooling. With dual compressor refrigerators, you get two compressors that function within one unit, while maintaining separate functions. Generally, one compressor is used to support the cooling in the central area of the refrigerator, while the other compressor is used to provide cooling to additional cooling zones or the freezer compartment. This is especially helpful with the cooling of crisper drawers because the dual compressors can maintain ideal temperatures within each compartment without affecting the temperature of the rest of the fridge.
Impact on Energy Efficiency and Temperature Control
As stated above, dual compressors are great for creating the ideal temperatures for individual compartments within your refrigerator, such as for your fruits or veggies, meat and dairy, and more. Because each compressor works individually to maintain temperature control, the compressors do not work overtime, making your refrigerator more energy-efficient and sustainable.
Humidity Control: A Game-Changer for Freshness
Humidity control features are essential for preserving the quality and flavor of your food. With advanced humidity controls, the level of moisture is regulated in specific cooling regions, most commonly your crisper drawers, that create an ideal environment for various types of foods like fruits, vegetables, dairy, and meat. Vegetable drawer humidity and fridge humidity for fruit vary because the foods are different, and ripen or spoil at different rates, so with humidity control features, you can maintain the life of both with ease.
Benefits of Adjustable Humidity Drawers for Different Types of Produce
With adjustable humidity drawers, you have the power to create the ideal environment for your food based on the nature of your produce. For leafy greens, herbs, or berries, a high-humidity environment will elongate crispness and prevent wilting, while for produce like apples, root vegetables, or citrus-based fruits, a low-humidity environment will prevent an excess amount of moisture that can cause quicker ripening.
Latest Cooling Technologies for Ultimate Freshness
Over the years, refrigerator manufacturers have learned and perfected the best ways to keep our refrigerators at their ideal temperatures, by incorporating efficient cooling technologies like dual evaporator systems, variable speed compressors(inverter compressors/dual inverter refrigerators), energy-efficient insulation, multi-zone cooling, advanced air circulation, adaptive defrosting, and much more.
Benefits of Uniform Cooling and Temperature Consistency
✅ Maintenance of food safety
✅ Preserving food quality
✅ Prevention of flavor transfer
✅ Ideal organization capabilities
✅ Extended shelf life of food
Innovative Refrigeration Features
Along with innovative cooling technologies, many refrigerators have advanced features that assist in the overall cooling and maintenance of your refrigerator. Let’s take a quick look at some of the newest refrigerator features on the market.
- Chilled Water and Ice Dispensers
- Air Purification
- Energy-Efficient LED Lighting
- Smart Sensors/Controls (Precise Temperature Sensors)
- Smart Connectivity
- Touchscreen Displays
- HydroChill Technology
- Deodorizers
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Refrigerators with Advanced Cooling Technology
Here are six refrigerators from brands leading the way in food preservation.
Bosch® 800 Series 20.8 Cu. Ft. Easy Clean Stainless Steel Counter Depth Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Shop Bosch's Dual Compressor Refrigerator
Bosch’s dual compressor refrigerator includes Bosch’s FarmFresh System, large storage, bright lighting, and a modern, sleek look. What more could you need from a refrigerator? With this Bosch 800 Series refrigerator, keeping food fresh has never been easier with state-of-the-art technologies and features like Bosch exclusive FarmFresh system, MultiAirPro, and VitaFreshPro.
- Model: B36CT81ENS
- Dimensions: 72” H x 35.63” W x 28.75” D
- Total Capacity: 20.8 Cu. Ft.
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Café™ 28.7 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel French Door Refrigerator
Shop Cafe's TwinChill Dual Evaporator Refrigerator
On top of a great aesthetic, the Cafe French-door refrigerator also has TwinChill dual evaporators, which aid in food preservation, as well as a Humidity Control System, Convertible Drawer with Soft Freeze, Bright LED lighting, Built-In WiFi, and Dual-Dispense AutoFill Pitcher. With this completely customizable refrigerator by Cafe, the choices are endless from head to toe, making this refrigerator a unique, modern piece to add to your kitchen.
- Model: CGE29DP2TS1
- Dimensions: 69.88” H x 35.63” W x 36.75” D
- Total Capacity: 28.7 Cu. Ft.
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JennAir® RISE™ 23.8 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator
Shop JennAir's Twin Fresh™ Climate Control Refrigerator
When luxury meets performance, it’s hard to look away. Introducing the JennAir RISE counter-depth French-door refrigerator, which has the luxury you need to create your dream kitchen, with the performance you need in everyday living. With JennAir’s Twin Fresh Climate Control System, you get premium temperature control with add-on features like FreshFlow Air Filter, a Herb Tender Container, Pure Freeze Mode, and more luxury features known to JennAir appliances.
- Model: JFFCC72EHL
- Dimensions: 71.16” H x 35.75” W x 29.50” D
- Total Capacity: 23.8 Cu. Ft.
★ JennAir JFFCC72EHL Refrigerator Reviews
“In my recently purchased new home, I chose to upgrade the appliances to the top level. The JENNAIR Rise72 French door model I chose is an exceptional looking and operationally flawless refrigerator. Totally happy and satisfied with this model.”
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Beko 30 in. 16.1 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint-Free Stainless Steel Counter Depth Bottom Freezer Refrigerator
Shop Beko's HarvestFresh Refrigerator
Food preservation has never been easier with Beko’s innovative HarvestFresh Technologies, which uses a proprietary 3-colour technology to mimic a natural 24-hour sun cycle, preserving the vitamins within your perishable foods for longer, and keeping your fruit fresh and leafy greens crisp. Couple this with Beko’s AeroFlow technology, and you have a game-changing duo for lasting freshness. Other cooling and freshness technologies include EverFresh+ and FreshGuard(odor remover).
- Model: BFBD30216SS
- Dimensions: 69.69” H x 29.75” W x 29.81” D
- Total Capacity: 16.11 Cu. Ft.
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Samsung 29.2 Cu. Ft. Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel French Door Refrigerator
Shop Samsung's Twin Cooling Plus Refrigerator
Samsung’s Twin Cooling Plus offers advanced cooling technologies for the ultimate freshness, using three evaporators for temperature management and humidity control in all three zones of the refrigerator. From top to bottom, you can be sure that your food is being preserved and maintained, with features like flexible storage drawers for meat, customizable lower storage, deodorizing filters, and much more.
- Model: RF29A9071SR
- Dimensions: 71.88” H x 35.88” W x 33.8” D
- Total Capacity: 29.2 Cu. Ft.
★ Samsung RF29A9071SR Refrigerator Reviews
“We purchased this refrigerator as part of our kitchen remodel and are absolutely thrilled with it. It is large, absolutely quiet, so quiet that I had to ask the installer if it was working. The "flex" option is just a genius idea and overall we are delighted. Best refrigerator we have ever had. Love it!”
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LG 25.5 Cu. Ft. PrintProof™ Stainless Steel Counter Depth French Door Refrigerator
Shop LG's Dual Inverter Refrigerator
This LG Dual Inverter refrigerator comes with all the bells and whistles to keep your food fresh, while still maintaining a sleek, modern look on the outside. Introducing LG Smart Cooling, LG Door Cooling, ThinQ Technology, and Mirror InstaView Window. Each feature is designed to maintain the coolness of your refrigerator, from providing blasts of cool air throughout the fridge to giving an inside view of your fridge without having to open the door.
- Model: LRYKC2606S
- Dimensions: 70.25” H x 35.75” W x 31.63” D
- Total Capacity: 25.5 Cu. Ft.
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Tips for Maximizing Food Freshness in Refrigerators
Proper Storage Techniques
✓ Utilize designated compartments for specific items. For example, crisper drawers for fruits and vegetables (low humidity for fruits, high for veggies), deli drawers for deli meats, door shelves for sauces, beverages, etc., and meat drawers for your raw beef, seafood, and poultry.
✓ Avoid overcrowding your fridge.
✓ Use plastic wrap or airtight containers to store leftovers or open packages to prevent odors or moisture from spilling out.
✓ Keep temperature settings between 35°F and 38°F.
How to Store Different Types of Foods for Best Results
- Store milk, cheese, and other dairy products in the middle of your fridge where temperatures are more consistent.
- Store greens and herbs in a plastic bag with a paper towel, and then place in a crisper drawer. The paper towel absorbs excess moisture.
- Place any raw meat on a tray or in a container before putting it in your fridge to catch any potential juices that could cause cross-contamination, and place the meat in a designated meat drawer, or bottom shelf.
- Keep eggs in their original packaging and place them on the middle shelf.
- Utilize crisper drawers for fruits and vegetables.
Regular Maintenance
Regular cleaning and defrosting of your refrigerator can help you enjoy a longer, more efficient refrigerator. Cleaning the inside of your fridge like shelves, drawers, and more, improves the overall health of your fridge while cleaning the coils of your refrigerator improves the cooling efficiency and heat exchange. Regularly defrosting your freezer is necessary for preventing ice build-up, which preserves food quality, maintains your refrigerator’s energy efficiency, and prolongs the life of your fridge.
On top of regular cleaning and defrosting, be sure to change air filters and check door gasket seals. Change the air or water filters based on the manufacturer's recommendations, and check the door gasket seals to ensure that your fridge door is closing properly with an airtight seal.
In conclusion, choosing a refrigerator with the right cooling technology is vital to the overall reduction of food waste in our home, food preservation, and food safety. If you want to invest in a refrigerator that has advanced cooling technologies, but are hesitant, don’t wait! There is nothing more important than proper food maintenance and safety within our homes, and thankfully, there are innovative features and technologies available right at our fingertips.
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