Your walk-in cooler plays a vital role in your business. It helps keep your precious items cool so they do not spoil prematurely. Ultimately, walk-in coolers contain many small components that need to be inspected regularly. Failing to do so could lead to costly repairs soon. Despite being a small component, the door gaskets are integral to the overall system. If something goes wrong with the gasket, you are going to experience a handful of other issues. Prevent this from happening by checking and cleaning them regularly. If the gaskets must be replaced, don’t hesitate to call us. Our specialists have years of experience dealing with faulty door gaskets for
walk-in coolers and freezers.
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Once the gaskets malfunction, the efficiency of the system is going to decrease dramatically. It’ll be difficult for the system to keep up meaning it’ll work harder and use more energy. Your energy bill will experience a noticeable change as a result. Suffice to say, do not ignore the gaskets because they can make a huge difference. Make sure they’re in excellent condition and performing their responsibilities correctly. Don’t forget to clean them regularly to avoid potential issues.
Common Gasket Types
Owners of
walk-in coolers and freezers will encounter several types of door gaskets. However, you primarily have to worry about wiper gaskets and magnetic gaskets. The magnetic gasket is responsible for sealing the door when it is closed. Obviously, it is located on the
walk-in cooler’s door. These gaskets are usually made with flexible PVC and are thicker than wiper-style gaskets. Wiper gaskets are installed on doors and frames. They’re thinner and help prevent air from slipping into the walk-in cooler.
In some cases, the professional will call them wiper stripes. Either way, they’re usually made using durable vinyl.
Proper Maintenance For Walk-In Cooler Gaskets
Maintain your gaskets to ensure that they’re going to last for much longer. For starters, make sure that you’re inspecting the gaskets regularly. At the very least, you should look at them once or twice a week. When doing so, check for rips and tears. If you find any small issues, you can temporarily fix the problem using a little petroleum jelly. You’ll also want to clean the gaskets because debris can reduce their lifespan.
Use hot water and mild soap to remove food, dirt, and debris. Once you’ve done that, you can rest comfortably knowing that the gaskets are going to seal properly. When you enter your walk-in freezer, look for ice and condensation because they can be a sign of a gasket problem.
Replacing Gaskets
Although you can prolong the life of your
walk-in cooler gaskets, you must remember that they’re not going to last forever. Therefore, you have to be ready to replace the gaskets at some point. It is always better to replace them too early than too late. After all, replacing them too late means you’re going to waste energy and spend more money. Using new gaskets will help make sure that the walk-in cooler is operating efficiently. The only problem is that it can be difficult to purchase replacement gaskets.
Before you can buy them, you must pick the right ones. It depends on the make and model of the cooler. With this in mind, it is wise to get assistance from a qualified specialist. Our experts have installed countless replacement gaskets for our clients. If you need help replacing your gaskets, do not hesitate to
call our local office. We’ll find the perfect replacement gaskets for your freezer and we can even install them for you.
Call today to find out more about our gasket replacement services.
