EN23953/EN441 testing

We can perform tests on all types of refrigerated cabinets.  RD&T has facilities to test all sizes of cabinets from the smallest domestic unit to large retail display cabinets.
We can provide the following services:

• EN23953 retail display cabinet testing - integral or remote cabinets

• EN441 commercial cabinet testing - integral or remote cabinets

• Calculations for compliance with ECA (Enhanced Capital Allowance) scheme

• Testing of domestic refrigerators

• Refrigerant performance testing

• Conversion to environmentally friendly refrigerants

• Hydrocarbon conversion - safety and optimisation

• Cabinet development/optimisation

• Development/improvement of cabinet performance

• Energy consumption optimisation

• Development and specification of refrigerated cabinet test facilities and related equipment

 Bespoke testing services

Although testing to a set standard is useful, it rarely reflects cabinet performance under real usage. Therefore bespoke tests can also be performed outside of the 'standard' conditions. Almost any operating environment can be created in our dedicated cabinet test rooms to better evaluate real world performance.

Cabinet development and optimisation 

An additional service offered by RD&T is development to improve cabinet operation. This can involve improvements to the actual cabinet design and/or evaluation of the refrigeration system. Often re-design of cabinets is carried out with the help of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) modelling that allows greater understanding of airflows within cabinets.

Witness testing

Testing can also be carried out in your own test facility by RD&T personnel who can independently witness tests being carried out.  As part of the witness testing RD&T will:

• Verify performance of the test facility
• Witness testing being carried out
• Check compliance with the relevant test standard
• Check equipment for accuracy and compliance with test standards
• Independently check and verify test results
• Provide an independent test report