8. Heat balance

Knowing the cooling capacity required for different types of furniture and applications means you can make a well-considered selection of the refrigeration systems you need.

This cooling capacity is generally expressed per unit of furniture for single units, or per "linear meter" for furniture that can be connected in a linear fashion.

This determination is usually made experimentally by the manufacturer. Numerous laboratory tests, under well-defined conditions, are necessary. French, European and international standards specify the conditions and methodology to be followed. The major manufacturers are generally well-equipped with high-performance laboratory facilities, and have the highly-qualified personnel needed to monitor complex tests. Production runs of standardized furniture pay for themselves in terms of equipment investment and...