There are dozens of reasons why a restaurant in Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse using refrigeration units may need a backup occasionally. It could be a power outage, it could be to store an excess of supplies, or maybe you need to transport your goods to a festival. Regardless of WHY you need a portable freezer, you need one that is reliable, quickly delivered, and easy to move. While many people choose reefer trucks, there is a better option that is more mobile and better meets the needs of most businesses.

Aren't They Both Good Choices?

They are both good choices, but it boils down to what you need. Restauranteurs often think they must have a reefer truck because that’s what they see most frequently when their weekly inventory is delivered. Those big trucks can be hard to maneuver, cost much more than a trailer, and require more power. Simply put, a reefer truck is often, much more than any restaurant would need in most scenarios.

The Advantages of Reefer Trailers

Since it is an emerging market, few businesses know about the benefits of renting a refrigeration trailer. These are some of the more popular benefits of this unit type

Power Source

A refer truck is powered by the vehicle engine, which means that “big truck engine” will be running the whole time. On top of that, you need to know where the gas level is at all times because if the truck runs out of gas, the refrigeration unit stops working. On the other hand, a trailer can be powered by a standard 115v 20 amp plug from your business. If the power goes out, the on-board generator will have more than enough power to keep your refrigeration trailer working. Refueling the generator is much easier for most people than having to move and refuel a reefer truck.

Seamless Construction

Triton Refrigerated Trailers are fabricated from seamless fiberglass, ensuring the best in food safety and temperature retention. This construction is NSF certified.

Quieter

An electricity-powered trailer runs much quieter than a gas-powered truck. The constant droning of the engine will become annoying, and if you have outdoor seating, it will very likely be a turn-off to your patrons.

No Fumes

A gas-powered truck that runs continuously gives out fumes that are not good to breathe in and smell bad. Not only is this not ideal for the same reasons as the noise, but it is not good for the health of your employees, especially if they are going in and out of the truck a lot.

Safety

Stepping in and out of a large reefer truck carries some risks, especially if you or your staff are carrying boxes. Refrigeration trailers are closer to the ground, making stepping in and out simpler and in our opinion, safer.

Smaller and Easier to Navigate

One of the most significant benefits of a trailer is its size; they are smaller and easier to move in and out of tight spaces. If you aren't working with a lot of space outside your building, having a refrigeration trailer that fits in an alley with room to spare is a must. Trailers come in many sizes, so you can find one big enough to fit your needs without the wasted space that comes with a reefer truck.

The Freedom of Renting

The benefits of a refrigeration trailer are clear, but not everyone has the space to store one or the money to invest in one when they only use it a few times a year. If you need a refrigerated trailer in a hurry without all the hassle of buying one, the freedom of renting a trailer is the perfect option for you. You get all the benefits, but when you don't need it anymore, you don't have to continue paying for it and find a place to store it. However, if purchasing is something you’re interested in, Triton does offer financing.

The Choice is Clear

The next time you need some extra refrigeration, the choice is clear. Contact us to find out which option works best for you and schedule a time to pick up your trailer. You will love having all the benefits of extra refrigeration without all the extra work that comes with a reefer truck. Best of all, when you're done, you can return the trailer until the next time you need it.