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Refreezable Ice Packs | Cooling Packs | Food Transportation | San Jamar DM114
£51.86
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£62.23/ inc vat
- Long-Lasting Cooling
- Custom Fit Design
- Refreezable Gel
- Highly Reusable
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Product Overview
Here’s a simple, brilliant solution for keeping your condiments, sauces, and ingredients perfectly chilled on the move. These commercial refreezable ice packs from San Jamar are specifically designed to fit into their condiment dispensers, but they’re versatile enough for any food transport box or cool bag. Just pop them in the freezer overnight, and you've got hours of reliable cooling power, ready for the next day's service.
Ideal for mobile caterers, food stalls, delivery services, and buffet setups, these reusable freezer blocks for catering are the unsung heroes of food safety. They eliminate the faff of dealing with messy, melting ice and give you complete peace of mind that your food is being held at a safe temperature. It's a professional-grade cooling solution that's both cost-effective and incredibly easy to use, ensuring your fresh ingredients stay that way.
With a robust design built for the daily grind of a commercial kitchen, the San Jamar DM114 ice pack is a must-have for any business that takes food quality and safety seriously. Stop worrying about temperature drops during a busy service or a long delivery run. This is your ticket to consistent, hassle-free cooling, day in and day out.
Key Features and Benefits
- Long-Lasting Cooling: Keeps food safely chilled for up to five hours.
- Custom Fit Design: Slots perfectly into San Jamar condiment dispensers for efficiency.
- Refreezable Gel: Non-toxic gel freezes solid for maximum cooling power.
- Highly Reusable: A cost-effective and eco-friendly alternative to disposable ice.
- Durable Construction: Built tough to withstand the knocks of a busy kitchen.
- Leak-Proof Casing: Prevents messy drips and contamination in your food containers.
- Lightweight & Compact: Easy to handle, store, and transport without adding bulk.
- Versatile Use: Perfect as cooling gel packs for food transport of any kind.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: San Jamar
- SKU: DM114
- Dimensions: 140(H) x 230(W) x 165(D) mm
- Weight (Box of 6): 2.03kg
- Cooling Duration: Up to 5 hours
- Box Quantity: 6
- Colour: White
- Material: High-impact plastic casing with non-toxic gel
Expert Review and Insights
The San Jamar ice packs are a staple for a reason. They’re not flashy, but they solve a common problem with absolute reliability. For any 'grab and go' or mobile setup, maintaining the cold chain is non-negotiable, and these packs deliver. Their specific fit for San Jamar's own dispensers is a massive plus, creating a neat, integrated system that just works.
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- Performance: The five-hour cooling time is genuinely reliable under normal conditions.
- Heads-up: They need a full, flat freeze overnight for best performance.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
'Sheffield Slice', a popular pizza takeaway in South Yorkshire, needed a reliable way to keep their fresh salad and coleslaw sides cool in their delivery bags, especially during the warmer summer months. They were finding that standard consumer cool packs weren't lasting the duration of a busy Friday night shift.
"These San Jamar packs are brilliant. We freeze a set overnight and swap them out halfway through a long shift. They hold their temperature so much better than anything else we've tried. Our sides are now arriving as crisp and fresh as when they left the kitchen."
Ben Carter – Owner, Sheffield Slice
Since implementing the ice packs, the business has seen customer complaints about 'warm' sides drop to zero and has improved its local food hygiene rating by demonstrating a robust cold chain process.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- For first use, wash the pack with warm, soapy water and dry completely.
- Place the ice pack flat in your freezer to ensure the gel distributes evenly.
- Allow at least 8-12 hours in a commercial freezer for a complete, solid freeze.
- Simply slot the frozen pack into the base of your San Jamar dispenser or place it in your cool box.
Keeping It Going
- After each use, wipe the pack clean with a food-safe sanitiser and dry it.
- Never place a warm or wet pack back into the freezer; ensure it's dry to prevent ice build-up.
- Regularly inspect the outer casing for any signs of cracks or damage before freezing.
- Store the packs in the freezer when not in use so they are always ready for service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How long do these ice packs actually stay cold for?
A: They are designed to keep condiments and food chilled for up to 5 hours when fully frozen in a commercial freezer and used in an insulated container.
Q: Are they safe to use with food?
A: Yes, the outer casing is made from food-grade plastic and the inner gel is non-toxic, making them perfectly safe for use in commercial kitchens and food transport.
Q: Will they fit in containers other than San Jamar?
A: Absolutely. While designed for a perfect fit in San Jamar condiment dispensers, their standard size makes them great for cool boxes, delivery bags, and buffet trays. Just check the dimensions (140x230x165mm).
Q: How long do they take to freeze?
A: For optimal performance, we recommend freezing them for at least 8-12 hours, or overnight, in a commercial freezer set to the appropriate temperature.
Q: Can I put them in the dishwasher?
A: No, we advise against it. The high temperatures can potentially damage the casing. Simply wash by hand with warm, soapy water.
Q: What is the liquid inside?
A: It's a specialised, non-toxic refreezable gel designed to hold cold temperatures for much longer than frozen water.
Q: How many ice packs are in one box?
A: This product, SKU DM114, is sold as a box of 6 individual ice packs.
Q: Are they heavy?
A: A single pack is quite light. The total weight for the full box of six is just over 2kg, making them easy to handle and transport.
The San Jamar Standard: Consistency You Can Count On
When you buy a San Jamar product, you're investing in more than just a piece of equipment; you're buying into a legacy of smart, purpose-built solutions for the food service industry. The brand is renowned for its focus on food safety, efficiency, and operator-led design. These commercial refreezable ice packs are a perfect example. They aren't just generic coolers; they are an integral part of a system designed to make food service safer and simpler. This focus on creating integrated, reliable systems means less hassle for your team and greater consistency for your customers. In the long term, that translates to reduced food waste, stronger compliance with health standards, and the priceless peace of mind that comes from knowing you're using equipment that is truly fit for purpose.
Explore more from San JamarHow Refreezable Gel Keeps Things Cooler for Longer
Ever wonder why these commercial refreezable ice packs outperform a bag of ice or a bottle of frozen water? It's all down to the non-toxic gel inside. Think of it like a thermal battery. Water freezes at 0°C and thaws relatively quickly once it's out of the freezer. The gel, however, is engineered with a lower freezing point and a different molecular structure.
This means it takes a lot more energy (i.e., heat from your food) to make it thaw. It's like the difference between a sprinter and a marathon runner. A regular ice cube gives you a quick burst of cold, but the gel releases its 'cold energy' slowly and steadily over several hours. This provides a far more stable and reliable temperature inside your condiment dispenser or cool box, which is exactly what you need for all-day food safety.
Who Should Buy This?
- Mobile Caterers & Food Trucks: Keep your sauces, salads, and prepped ingredients safely chilled during outdoor events and festivals.
- Buffet Restaurants & Hotels: A brilliant, discreet way to keep condiment stations and cold bars at the right temperature for guests.
- Local Delis & Sandwich Shops: Ensure every ingredient in your prep line stays fresh from the morning rush to the lunch-time peak.
- Food Delivery Services: Add these gel ice packs for delivery bags to guarantee orders arrive fresh and safe, boosting customer confidence.
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