Integrated Refrigeration

Sub-Zero Integrated Refrigerators and FreezersLet's begin by setting the record straight on built-in refrigerators with cabinet panels, versus fully integrated refrigerators with cabinet panels that are flush with adjacent cabinets. The Sub-Zero brand pioneered built-in refrigerators decades ago, and continues to be a leader in this appliance category. They have long had cabinet panel options for their refrigerators, but not what we now call "fully-integrated". In fact, Sub-Zero typically exposed their trademark grills on top of the refrigerator where the compressor compartment was located. They still make these refrigerators, and they are very popular. However, today's fully-integrated refrigerators with custom flush-fitting matching cabinet panels, are indistinguishable from the adjacent cabinets. They're often referred to as invisible or disappearing refrigerators.A few years ago, Sub-Zero Wolf embarked on a major re-design of their entire appliance offering. This update included a complete launch of integrated refrigerators, freezers, and wine storage units, accompanied by undercounter refrigerator and freezer drawers, as well as undercounter beverage and wine storage units. Here are some of Sub Zero's latest products in their own words: How often have you wished for a larger refrigerator? Weekly? Daily? We invite you to think modular and solve your food storage problems once and for all. The Sub-Zero Integrated 24” All Refrigerator Column delivers an impressive 12.9 cu. ft. of well-organized refrigerator storage – likely at least 50% more than you have now. Pair it

Selecting a New RefrigeratorBasic ConfigurationsThere are four basic refrigerator configurations that comprise the full-size home refrigerator category.Top Freezer style refrigerator/freezers are a bit of a dinosaur for most homes, but they are still found in apartments and in kitchens where space is really limited. They're at the bottom of the scale in price and features. Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center (UAKC) can provide quotes for apartment managers, builders, and other multi-family needs. Bottom Freezer refrigerators, while not the most popular refrigerator configuration, are still preferred by some. A more modern version of the Bottom Freezer refrigerator is the French Door Refrigerator - a Bottom Freezer fridge with split doors above the freezer. French Door refrigerators have become very popular over the last 20 years as customers have opted for the convenience of a freezer on the bottom and full width refrigerator space on the top accessible by split doors. Recent variations of the French Door refrigerator configuration include multiple compartments and doors. Side-by-Side refrigerators have freezer space accessible through a door on the left side and refrigerator space on the other.Refrigerator depths and heightWithin the 4 refrigerator configurations, there are the different refrigerator depths that will affect how your refrigerator appears in the kitchen space.Full-Depth refrigerators can have a depth of 30 or more inches causing them to stick out from standard 24 inch cabinets and adjacent 25 1/2 inch countertops. Counter-Depth refrigerators while

Viking Introduces New Integrated Refrigerators The Viking appliance brand has introduced new Professional 36" fully integrated bottom mount refrigerators as the first of its 7 Series integrated refrigerator line. Available with stainless steel front, optional custom panels, or additional custom color options, the series includes an attractive metallic interior, innovative shelving, advanced lighting, and soft-close doors. Here is more detail on this impressive new product:Interior Features Bright energy efficient ramp on theater LED lighting Advanced maintenance-free air purification with Plasmacluster™ ion air purifier (no filter required) Spillproof Plus™ shelves with nano technology create an invisible barrier that contains spills and makes cleanup easy. Exterior Features Designed for fully-flush, fully-integrated installation. Proprietary fully articulating hinge design Choose from factory installed stainless steel panels, custom panels, or seven custom color panel finishes. Cooling system ProChill™ temperature management system 2 variable speed high efficiency Overdrive™ compressors 2 matching evaporators for precise cooling This new Viking Professional 7 Series refrigerator line has all of the above features AND the industry’s best and most comprehensive warranty; the Viking 3-Year Signature Warranty. The Viking 3-Year Signature Warranty now includes a 90 Day No Quibble Guarantee. Click on the link below for pricing and other information on Viking Appliances: Viking at UAKC For information including pricing and availability on Viking's new integrated refrigerators as well as other major appliances or plumbing fixtures contact the experts at Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center today.

Dacor Fully Integrated Refrigerators Known for many years as primarily a cooking brand, for the last several years Dacor has been introducing a steady stream of refrigerator products to help complete their product offering. Here's one of the latest: The new Dacor 30" and 36" Built-In Fully Integrated Refrigerators. 36"/30" Fully Integrated Refrigerator DYF36BF / DYF30BF The lineup includes: 2 top compressor stainless steel models, a 30" and a 36" Pro version with upper grills and pro-handles. 2 bottom compressor panel ready models one in a 30" and one in a 36" version. 2 bottom compressor stainless steel models one in a 30" and one in a 36" version, with Epicure style handles Each model series is available in a choice right or left hinged doors. In addition, a trim kit is available to mate left hinge and right hinge models to create a side-by-side configuration. The refrigerators are packed with high-end state-of-the-art features such as LED lighting, variable-speed compressors, and dual-evaporators. Crisper fruits and vegetables, fresher meats, fish and daily - key ingredients for your culinary success - are achieved through Dacor's careful attention to humidity and temperature control. MAIN FEATURES FlushFit™ allows for seamless built-in appearance. Dual, Variable Speed Compressor/Dual Evaporator Cooling System maintains optimal temperature and humidity for each zone while using less energy. SoftShut™ Drawers quietly pulls drawers closed with ease. FreshZone Freezer Compartment converts from Freezer temperature to either Refrigerator or "Fresh" compartment cooling, providing extra fresh food storage space. White Metal Interior is easy

See Sub-Zero Group Appliances at UAKC Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center congratulates Sub-Zero on its 70th Anniversary. Sub-Zero refrigeration and Wolf cooking appliances are an integral part of the product offering at UAKC, and they're a real favorite of our designers and customers.Sub-Zero HistoryHere are just a few highlights and interesting facts about Sub-Zero over the years: The company was founded in Madison, Wisc. where it is still based today. It's a third generation, family-owned company, currently led by Jim Bakke, the grandson of the founder. Starting with a freezer, the brand is famous for creating and developing the built-in refrigerator category.Sub-Zero has many industry firsts including the ground-breaking introduction of: Dual compressor refrigerators in 1955. Integrated refrigerators with built-in drawer units in 1995. In 2005, Sub-Zero introduced Wolf cooking appliances for the home.Sub-Zero todayToday, Sub-Zero is a leader in luxury appliance products in the U.S. Over the last two years Sub-Zero has introduced new advanced industry-leading products in each product category. More than a refresh of existing products, the new Sub-Zero and Wolf products are state-of-the art appliances that continue their legacy of innovation, yet are undeniably connected to the classic Sub-Zero and Wolf heritage.Check out the lineup by clicking on the links below:WOLF APPLIANCESSUB-ZERO APPLIANCESCall or visit one of the two Universal Appliance and Kitchen Center showrooms today to see the new Sub-Zero and Wolf as well as other major appliances and plumbing fixtures.