Rating of the best medical refrigerators for 2022

Medical refrigerators are used to store medicines, creams, ointments, vaccines, donated blood. By analyzing the rating of the best medical refrigerators for 2022, you can choose the appropriate option for a pharmacy, laboratory or for home use.

Where are they used

Refrigeration units are used in medical institutions:

• pharmacies;
• hospitals, first-aid posts, vaccination rooms;
• sanatorium-resort institutions;
• laboratories, blood transfusion centers;
• morgues.

Home use - if the family has patients with chronic diseases who constantly use drugs, injections.

Peculiarities

Medical refrigerators differ from conventional household appliances in several ways:

• metal cabinet (box) with anti-corrosion coating;
• hermetic door;
• availability of compartments, containers, holders for medical containers (glass vials, plastic bags);
• equipping with a temperature recorder, lowering (increasing) the temperature by 1⁰С;
• sound (light) alarm, which is triggered when the door is open, emergency power failures;
• range from +2⁰С to +8⁰С (DIN 58345 standard);
• NoFrost system - forced circulation of the internal air flow, low humidity (integrity of the marking on the labels);
• the inner surface of the shelves, walls is easily processed with antiseptic agents;
• a prerequisite for stationary devices is the room temperature + 10⁰С - + 35⁰С;
• built-in door locks.

What are

There are stationary types - storage, portable (mobile) models - transportation of drugs.

There are several types of refrigerators in the healthcare system:

1. Laboratory (CL) - preservation of reagents (reactions), samples.
2. Pharmaceutical (CP) - medicines, ointments, creams, vaccines, injections in pharmacies.
3. Blood bank refrigerators (BC) - storage of donated blood, blood products (plasma).
4. Safe-refrigerator - the content of narcotic, toxic substances.
5. Medical freezers, lari.
6. Portable compact containers, thermoboxes (maintain the desired temperature)

Stationary medical institutions are equipped with additional uninterruptible power supplies, generators for uninterrupted power supply.

Laboratory - HL

Are applied in laboratories of hospitals, scientific centers for storage of reagents, conservation of samples. The main characteristic is the maintenance of constant temperature values ​​​​(fan that circulates air), alarms, automatic work control systems.

It is obligatory to have separate compartments, containers (blood products, vaccines) - protection against cross-contamination.

Pharmaceutical (pharmacy) – HF

Pharmacies should have several models (storage under different conditions):

1. Cold, cool place + 8⁰С - + 15⁰С.
2. Preservation in the cold + 2⁰С - + 8⁰С.

Daily control, data recording is carried out in a special journal for each refrigerator, readings of the trading floor.

The presence of a glass door - a quick search for the necessary goods, tinted glass doors - protection of drugs from direct UV rays.

Additionally, protection against temperatures below 0⁰С, a door blocking system, and an alarm system are required.

Blood Bank Refrigerators – HK

They are located in blood transfusion centers, hospitals. Test tubes with blood are kept in refrigerators, components - in freezers. Transportation - portable models of bags.

Erythrocyte mass, fresh, canned blood (plastic bags) are stored at a temperature of +2⁰С to +8⁰С. Components (leukocytes, erythrocytes), tissues (skin, bone), viruses, sperm - freezers with a mode from -20⁰С to -40⁰С.

Safes

Used in the storage of poisonous, narcotic substances. Compliance with the requirements of GOST - protection class 4-B. Represents metal cabinet:

• code lock;
• steel doors (fire-prevention, anti-burglary principle);
• tear resistance - 5 tons;
• weight - 210-230 kg;
• temperature measurement step - 0.5⁰С.

In nuclear medicine, lead-coated models are used (storage of radioactive materials).

Explosion-proof types of refrigerators - saving explosive substances (highly flammable, chemicals).

Must have registration certificates, certificates of conformity.

How to choose

The choice of the best model depends on the number of drugs, their storage conditions, sales volume (use). Main parameters:

1. Dimensions.
2. Temperature range.
3. Capacity (total, usable volume).
4. Format - vertical (cabinets), horizontal (boxes, lari). There are models that are located under the working surface of the laboratory table (embedded).
5. The number of sashes is from 1 to 4 sashes.
6. Door material - metal, glass.
7. Availability of quality certificates, warranty service.

Modern RFID temperature control technology - the use of LED indicators, computer programs for fixing the time and temperature of the drug entering the refrigerator.

Novelties - models of refrigerators powered by solar energy (solar batteries). The principle of operation is additional freezing of water (ice is used in cloudy weather, at night).

Rating of the best medical refrigerators for 2022

The review presents and highlights popular models of refrigerators designed for pharmacies, laboratories, for storing blood, poisonous and narcotic drugs (safes).We used information from the websites of companies that independently manufacture refrigerators, certified companies specializing in the sale and maintenance of medical equipment.

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Polarir SHHF-0,2

Russian manufacturer Polar. White cabinet, one chamber. Steel, one-piece body. Wall thickness - 43 mm.

Consists:

• total volume - 200 l;
• cooling system (refrigerant R134a);
• automatic defrosting (evaporator defrost);
• liquid crystal display;
• signaling;
• t range +1⁰ - +15⁰С;
• two modes of factory settings - cool (+8⁰ - +15⁰С), cold (+2⁰ - +8⁰С);
• backlight - LED lamps;
• door - self-closing system, there is a lock;
• sealing - magnetic inserts of elastic seals;
• three shelves, load per shelf - 40 kg.

Dimensions (mm): width - 630, height - 890, depth - 600. Weight - 56 kg. Warranty - 12 months.

• compact dimensions;
• automatic defrosting;
• the presence of a heat pack;
• Control block;
• setting cold, cool modes.

• not found.

POZIS XF-250-2

Manufacturer POZIS (Russia). White vertical cabinet, one chamber, metal door, lock.

Characteristics:

• one compressor;
• sensor, microprocessor;
• automatic defrosting system;
• temperature +2⁰ - +15⁰С;
• signaling;
• turning off the fan;
• 2 containers, 5 shelves;
• control panel - scoreboard on the outside.

Dimensions (mm): height -1300, width - 600, depth - 610. Weight - 50 kg. Volume 250 l. Warranty -1 year.

• temperature sensor;
• forced air circulation;
• automatic maintenance of parameters;
• the presence of plastic containers, shelves.

• not identified.

Pozis XF-400-3

Russian manufacturer. Vertical white cabinet with a glass door that closes with a lock. The design is hinged.

Consists:

• electronic type of control;
• total volume - 400 l;
• temperature range from +2⁰ to +15⁰С;
• one compressor;
• refrigerant R-600A;
• defrosting system - auto;
• there is a thermal card;
• accuracy of maintaining t 2⁰;
• signaling.

External parameters (mm): width - 600, height - 1950, depth - 610. Internal dimensions (mm): height - 1745, width - 528, depth - 435.

Weight - 86 kg. Warranty - 2 years.

• choice of glass color (darkened, transparent);
• energy-saving coating;
• large volume;
• convenient control.

• price.

Pozis XF-140

Made by Pozis (Russia). A small closet with a door that can be locked. Peculiarities:

• total volume - 140 l;
• temperature +2⁰ - +15⁰С;
• external display;
• dynamic type of cooling;
• automatic defrosting;
• one compressor;
• thermal map;
• signaling;
• 3 shelves, 2 containers.

Weight - 40 kg. Dimensions (mm): height - 910, width - 610, length - 600. Warranty - 2 years.

• compact dimensions;
• auto-defrost;
• the presence of shelves, containers.

• not identified.

Pozis XF-250-3

Producer - firm Pozis (Russia). White cabinet with glass door, lock.

Characteristics:

• dynamic cooling system;
• one compressor;
• refrigerant R22\142a;
• automatic defrosting;
• total volume - 250 l;
• temperature +2⁰ - +15⁰С;
• lock;
• signaling;
• 2 containers, 5 shelves.

Dimensions (mm): height -1300, width - 600, length - 650. Weight - 59 kg. Warranty - 1 year.

• the presence of shelves, containers;
• glass door;
• choice of material (clear, tinted glass);
• comfortable handle;
• price.

• not identified.

Laboratory (HL)

Vestfrost Solutions AKG377

The manufacturer is the company Vestfrost (Denmark).

Technical indicators:

• total volume - 381 l, useful - 269 l;
• temperature +2⁰ - +8⁰С;
• electronic control - display on the outside;
• 2 sensors;
• ACC compressor;
• refrigerant R600a;
• auto-defrost;
• visual, audio signal;
• built-in lock;
• overhead lighting;
• shelves 6 pieces (retractable, removable);
• 2 wheels.

Parameters (mm): height - 1850, width - 595, depth - 595. Weight - 82 kg.

• large volume;
• automatic control;
• the door can be hung on the other side;
• shelves are adjustable in height, fully extendable;
• can be moved.

• high price.

POZIS HL-340 with a metal door

Made by POZIS (Russia). Vertical cabinet with two chambers (doors) - freezing (metal), refrigeration (can be glass).

Peculiarities:

• t +2⁰ - +15⁰С, -25⁰ - -10⁰С;
• volume - 400 l (270/130);
• two compressors;
• thermal map;
• two doors with locks;
• 2 microprocessor controllers, sensors;
• forced circulation system;
• automatic temperature maintenance;
• signaling when the temperature deviates from the set temperature, displaying the temperature on the control panel display;
• turning off the fan when opening;
• equipment: 4 shelves, 2 plastic cups - cold. chamber, 3 freezer containers.

Parameters (mm): height 2080, width 600, depth 607. Weight - 98 kg. Warranty - 1 year.

• combined model;
• the choice of glass color;
• height adjustment of shelves;
• convenient management.

• not identified.

POZIS HL-250 (metal doors)

The Russian manufacturer is the POZIS company. Format - floor cabinet with 2 metal doors. Combined type - 2 chambers (refrigerator, freezer). Characteristics:

• two independent compressors;
• two electronic controllers EV3B22 - mode adjustment;
• door sealing - seals with a magnetic insert;
• polyurethane foam thermal insulation of the body;
• ozone-friendly refrigerant R600a (isobutane);
• shelves can be rearranged to different heights;
• there is a castle;
• roller bearings - movement.

Additional equipment: 2 keys, shelves, containers, 4 pcs. cold accumulators.

• 2 types of cameras;
• you can adjust the configuration, the height of the shelves;
• the ability to move on rollers;
• ozone-friendly refrigerant.

• not identified.

Blood storage (HC)

Philipp Kirsch BL-520

The manufacturer is Philipp Kirsch (Germany). Vertical white cabinet with one metal door. Coating - galvanized steel, powder paint. Thermal insulation layer - 70 mm. Characteristics:

• parameter control - microprocessor;
• ventilation system, frost protection;
• 2 types of alarm - sound, light (power outages);
• defrosting system (evaporation of water in the pan);
• additional functions - glass door, rollers, drawer types (material selection, configuration), RS485 interface (data recording on a computer), GSM module (information - SMS to staff).

The total volume is 500 liters. Set - 5 containers, where you can put 30 bags (500 ml). Factory settings - +4⁰.

• large chamber volume;
• automatic control;
• the ability to change the height of the shelves;
• You can order additional features.

• no door lock.

HAIER HXC-1308B

The manufacturer is HAIER (PRC). Type - vertical cabinet with 2 doors (double glazing, built-in lock), 12 special drawers. The total volume is 1308 liters. Capacity - 720 bags (450 ml each).

Characteristics:

• range +2⁰ - +6⁰С;
• automatic defrosting mode;
• controller - microprocessor, temperature recorder;
• LED display (mode setting, alarm check);
• alarm (sensor failure, power outages, open camera, low battery);
• internal illumination;
• adjustable legs, swivel wheels;
• USB connector.

External dimensions (mm): width - 1440, depth - 925, height - 1980. Internal (mm): 1320, 700, 1500. Weight - 335 kg.

• large volume;
• backup battery - 72 hours of operation;
• remote signaling;
• can be moved;
• door self-closing mechanism (activation - angle less than 90⁰).

• high price.

POZIS ХК-400-1

The manufacturer is POZIS (Russia). The format is a white cabinet. Consists:

• metal door with a lock;
• microprocessor, sensor (adjustment);
• control on the board of the top panel;
• one compressor;
• refrigerant - isobutane R 600a (ozone-safe);
• signaling;
• forced circulation;
• antibacterial coating on the inside;
• 16 containers.

The total volume is 400 liters. Temperature - from +2⁰ to +6⁰С (keeping accuracy - 2⁰).

Weight - 72 kg. Parameters (mm): height - 1950, width - 600, depth - 610.

Warranty - 1 year.

• large volume;
• automatic maintenance of parameters;
• 16 containers;
• environmentally reading refrigerant model.

• not found.

Safe fridge

Provides storage in different conditions, protection from free access of poisonous, narcotic, toxic, expensive substances. Comply with the requirements "On the procedure for storing narcotic, psychotropic substances" from the Government of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Health.

VEST-3-20-S

Produced by the Russian company VEST. Consists of a refrigerating chamber, curbstones. Parameters (mm): height - 1200, width - 480, depth - 490. Weight - 200 kg.

The useful volume of the chamber is 20 l. Temperature range +1⁰ - +18⁰С. Capacity 500 ampoules. Management - a special microcontroller on the front panel. Adjustment - accuracy 0.5⁰. Defrosting - NoFrost technology. Illumination - LEDs.

The third class of burglary resistance is a steel case. The thickness of the steel layer is 3 mm (internal), 5 mm (external). The material of the refrigerating chamber is stainless mirror steel.

Cabinet-rack contains:

• aggregate compartment (compressor, condenser, protective and control unit);
• additional compartment (2 shelves, 1 drawer for documents).

Warranty - 5 years.

• high class of burglar resistance
• additional cabinet compartment;
• anchor fastening to the floor;
• door opening 180⁰ (external hinges);
• protection against mechanical, thermal influence - additional filling of the space between the walls.

• not identified.

VALBERG TS - 3/12 mod. ASK-30

Manufacturer VALBERG (Russia). Format - white cabinet, thermostat. Coating - powder enamel. The safe, the working chamber is equipped with separate doors.

On the door there is a key lock Kaba Mauer (Germany). Set - 2 keys. Protection against drilling, knocking out the lock, crossbars.

Working chamber:

• separate stainless steel door;
• sound alarm when opening;
• LED lights;
• presence of a shelf.

Useful volume - 8 liters. Temperature - from + 3⁰С to the temperature of the external environment. Support accuracy - 0.3⁰.

Light, sound alarm – opening of the safe, power outage.

Dimensions of the inner chamber (mm): height - 142, width - 279, depth - 205. External parameters (mm): height - 410, width - 440, depth - 380. Weight - 74 kg.

Additional functions (optional) – Internet RS-485 interface signal converter, Wi-Fi module (observation, temperature control).

Warranty - 1 year. With an annual paid maintenance - a guarantee of 5 years.

• additional fastening to the floor;
• a separate door at the working chamber;
• the ability to connect to the Internet.

• paid service;
• price.

VALBERG TS-3/25-2

Russian manufacturer (VALBERG). Type - safe, thermostat. Housing made of steel, reinforced concrete, painted with white powder paint. Internal volume - 150 l. Consists:

• two separate working chambers;
• four drawers;
• common steel door, three-sided crossbar system;
• key lock Kaba Mauer.

There is a light, sound alarm, lighting.

The temperature meter-regulator is located on the digital display of the front wall.

Weight - 700 kg. External dimensions (mm): height - 1500, width - 850, depth - 510.

Additional equipment - Wi-Fi module, electronic counter, EL-coded electronic lock, Internet RS-485 interface signal converter.

• 3rd class of burglar resistance;
• the possibility of fastening to the floor;
• environmentally friendly model - no refrigerant;
• independent temperature control;
• internet control.

• not identified.

Conclusion

The selection of a suitable model must be carried out according to the main characteristics. Cost savings, quality and duration of work - only if there are certificates of quality, warranty service.