Refrigerated display cases & cabinets are evolving in commercial refrigeration due to refrigerant transitions and energy regulations. Boyard designs and manufactures compressors and condensing units which are leaders in the industry with high efficiency. Boyard’s horizontal, variable speed, twin cylinder compressors and self-contained air-cooled units or semi-plugin water-loop units are used by global OEMs of display case manufacturers in retail segments.

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Why Compressors Are Indispensable for Refrigerated Displays

Refrigeration systems rely on compressors to act as the “heartbeat,” circulating refrigerant and regulating temperatures. Traditional reciprocating compressors often struggle with energy waste, temperature fluctuations,and noise—issues that rotary compressors eliminate through innovative engineering.

Energy Efficiency That Cuts Costs
Modern rotary compressors use variable-speed technology to adjust power output in real time. Unlike fixed-speed models that run at full capacity regardless of demand, these systems consume up to 30% less energy, saving retailers thousands annually. For example, a supermarket operating 12 hours a day can reduce energy bills by $1,500 yearly per display case.

Temperature Stability for Product Integrity
Fluctuating temperatures can spoil perishables in minutes. Rotary compressors maintain ±0.5℃ precision, even during peak foot traffic or door openings. In frozen food sections, specialized compressors operate at -30℃ to keep ice cream and seafood at optimal quality without energy spikes.

Silent Operation for Customer Comfort
In retail environments, noise is a distraction. Rotary compressors operate at 55~65dB—quieter than a typical conversation—making them ideal for supermarkets, showrooms, and hotels.With two rotors distributed in the 180° opposite direction of one crankshaft, the start and running torque of the compressor is small, so the operation is more stable. Compact Size and Larger Display Volume 2Compact Size and Larger Display Volume
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Types of Refrigerated Display Cases & Cabinets

Refrigeration systems vary by design and application, each requiring tailored compressor solutions:

1.Supermarket Display Cases ​Multi-Deck Showcase Cabinets: Used for fresh produce, baked goods, and deli items (0–4℃). These vertical cabinets prioritize humidity control and energy efficiency. Frozen Food Islands: Heavy-duty units for ice cream, frozen meats, and seafood (-18℃ to -25℃), often featuring glass doors for high visibility.

2.Restaurant & Hospitality Fridges ​Beverage Coolers: Compact, quiet units for soft drinks and beer, designed to blend into bar and kitchen layouts. ​Prep Tables: Integrated refrigeration under counters for chefs, maintaining 0–4℃ for fresh ingredients.

3.Retail Showrooms & Hotels ​Open-Door Merchandisers: Energy-efficient cabinets with glass fronts for high-traffic areas like lobbies or boutique stores.

Core Components That Deliver Excellence

Rotary compressors integrate advanced engineering to meet diverse commercial needs:

  • ​Variable-Speed Motors: Adjust refrigerant flow from 30% to 100%, matching cooling demand without energy waste.
  • ​Liquid Refrigerant Injection: Cools the compressor during peak loads, extending lifespan and Wider operation range

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Background:

A display in the cake shop is used to show different shapes of the cake to the customer. The cakes ordered by the customers are also stored here after the cakes are made, which requries the display to have enough cooling capacity to keep the cakes cool and fresh before they are shipped. The original display uses 2 Embraco compressors to reach this requirement.

Cake Display Update with Boyard Refrigeration Compressor CDU

Solution:

Boyard proposed replacing the two Embraco compressor units with a modern, low-profile horizontal condensing unit. They conducted simulations and tests to ensure the new units met all application requirements.

Results:

  • Save electricity bill The new rotray compressor and CDU has higher COP, which requires less power input of the same cooling capacity.
  • Vibration/noise highly reduced Horizontal compressor with low height and torque, more stable in operation with lower noise and vibration.
  • Cost saving Compared with Embraco condensing unit with two compressors, Boyard single-compressor CDU is about 30% lower in price and installation cost.
  • More display space The horizontal compressor reduces the installation space so the display can store more cakes.

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