The Hydra-Kool KGH-ES-100-S Open Air Merchandiser
The Hydra-Kool KGH-ES-100-S is a 97-inch self-contained open-front grab-and-go merchandiser with 58.2 cubic feet of refrigerated display capacity and a key-operated electric locking shutter, the largest model in the KGH-ES series. Dual 1 HP compressors handle the cooling load across over eight feet of open shelving. This case is built for supermarket perimeter walls, large food halls, and institutional cafeterias that move high volumes of cold beverages, prepared meals, and packaged snacks daily. It requires both 115V and 220V circuits, hard-wired.
Key-Operated Electric Locking Shutter for Overnight Security
Instead of a manual pull-down curtain, the KGH-ES series uses a motorized electric shutter that rolls down at the turn of a key. The shutter locks in place to seal the open front overnight, holding cold air inside the case and keeping product secure after hours. In a convenience store or hotel lobby where staff turnover is high, a keyed shutter removes the guesswork of whether the night curtain was pulled all the way down and seated properly. The motorized action also means no physical tugging on a curtain that can wear out or come off its track over time.
Forced Air Refrigeration with Digital Controller and Slide-Out Condensing Unit
Forced air refrigeration pushes cold air across every shelf from top to bottom, holding product between 36°F and 40°F without the warm pockets that open cases can develop when air circulation is weak. A digital controller manages temperature and defrost cycles automatically, and a digital thermometer on the case confirms conditions at a glance. The self-contained condensing unit slides out from the base for maintenance, so a tech can access coils and refrigerant connections without moving the entire case. A removable condensate evaporating pan makes routine cleaning straightforward. The system runs on R404a refrigerant with CFC-free injected foam insulation.
Height-Adjustable Tiltable Shelves with Product Stops and LED Lighting
Four adjustable shelves accommodate a range of product heights, from tall beverage bottles to short yogurt cups, and each shelf can be tilted forward to angle product toward the customer. Product stops on every shelf prevent containers from sliding off the front edge when shoppers reach in. LED lighting runs through the canopy and under each shelf, illuminating product from multiple angles so labels and packaging stay readable across the full depth of the case. LEDs run cooler than fluorescent tubes, which means less heat load inside the display cavity and less work for the compressor to maintain setpoint.
The KGH-ES-100-S measures 96.6" wide x 31.5" deep x 82.6" high and weighs 1047 lbs. The exterior front panel is silver colored PVC coated steel, the interior is PVC coated steel in gray, and the end panels are foamed PVC coated steel in black. The kick plate is PVC coated dark gray anthracite. The unit is hard-wired (no plug). Optional upgrades include stainless steel interior and exterior panels, solid or full-view end panels, additional shelves, partition dividers, price tag molding, and casters that add 4-3/8" to the overall height. Stainless steel adjustable legs (5-1/8" to 7-5/8") are also available.
About Hydra-Kool
Hydra-Kool manufactures refrigerated display cases designed for food retail and foodservice environments where product visibility and temperature control are critical. The line includes bakery, deli, seafood, and gelato cases, along with open display merchandisers and glass door wall units. Equipment is configured to support merchandising while maintaining consistent holding conditions across different product types. Cases are built with accessible components to allow for routine cleaning and service. Hydra-Kool units are used in supermarkets, specialty shops, and prepared food operations. Replacement parts support and established service channels help operators maintain performance and manage ongoing upkeep.
Features & Benefits
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Ideal for convenience stores, grocery grab-and-go sections, cafeterias, hotel lobbies, and campus dining displaying cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, and packaged snacks
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58.2 cu. ft. refrigerated display capacity
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Temperature range: 36°F to 40°F
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Open front design for quick customer self-service
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Key-operated electric locking shutter for secure overnight closure
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Forced air refrigeration, self-contained
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Compressor: 2 x 1 (dual) HP
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R404a refrigerant
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Four height-adjustable shelves with tilt capability
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Product stops on all shelves
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LED lighting in canopy and under shelves
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Digital temperature and defrost controller with digital thermometer
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Removable condensate evaporating pan
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Slide-out condensing unit for service access
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Tempered side glass panels
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Silver colored PVC coated steel front panel
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PVC coated steel gray interior
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Foamed PVC coated steel black end panels
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PVC coated dark gray anthracite kick plate
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CFC-free injected foam insulation
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Levelling feet included
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Electrical: 1x 115V + 1x 220V, hard-wired; 21.5A at 115V, 16.4A at 230V
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Overall dimensions: 96.6" W x 31.5" D x 82.6" H
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Net weight: 1047 lbs
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Ideal for convenience stores, grocery grab-and-go sections, cafeterias, hotel lobbies, and campus dining displaying cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, and packaged snacks
58.2 cu. ft. refrigerated display capacity
Temperature range: 36°F to 40°F
Open front design for quick customer self-service
Key-operated electric locking shutter for secure overnight closure
The Hydra-Kool KGH-ES-100-S Open Air Merchandiser
The Hydra-Kool KGH-ES-100-S is a 97-inch self-contained open-front grab-and-go merchandiser with 58.2 cubic feet of refrigerated display capacity and a key-operated electric locking shutter, the largest model in the KGH-ES series. Dual 1 HP compressors handle the cooling load across over eight feet of open shelving. This case is built for supermarket perimeter walls, large food halls, and institutional cafeterias that move high volumes of cold beverages, prepared meals, and packaged snacks daily. It requires both 115V and 220V circuits, hard-wired.
Key-Operated Electric Locking Shutter for Overnight Security
Instead of a manual pull-down curtain, the KGH-ES series uses a motorized electric shutter that rolls down at the turn of a key. The shutter locks in place to seal the open front overnight, holding cold air inside the case and keeping product secure after hours. In a convenience store or hotel lobby where staff turnover is high, a keyed shutter removes the guesswork of whether the night curtain was pulled all the way down and seated properly. The motorized action also means no physical tugging on a curtain that can wear out or come off its track over time.
Forced Air Refrigeration with Digital Controller and Slide-Out Condensing Unit
Forced air refrigeration pushes cold air across every shelf from top to bottom, holding product between 36°F and 40°F without the warm pockets that open cases can develop when air circulation is weak. A digital controller manages temperature and defrost cycles automatically, and a digital thermometer on the case confirms conditions at a glance. The self-contained condensing unit slides out from the base for maintenance, so a tech can access coils and refrigerant connections without moving the entire case. A removable condensate evaporating pan makes routine cleaning straightforward. The system runs on R404a refrigerant with CFC-free injected foam insulation.
Height-Adjustable Tiltable Shelves with Product Stops and LED Lighting
Four adjustable shelves accommodate a range of product heights, from tall beverage bottles to short yogurt cups, and each shelf can be tilted forward to angle product toward the customer. Product stops on every shelf prevent containers from sliding off the front edge when shoppers reach in. LED lighting runs through the canopy and under each shelf, illuminating product from multiple angles so labels and packaging stay readable across the full depth of the case. LEDs run cooler than fluorescent tubes, which means less heat load inside the display cavity and less work for the compressor to maintain setpoint.
The KGH-ES-100-S measures 96.6" wide x 31.5" deep x 82.6" high and weighs 1047 lbs. The exterior front panel is silver colored PVC coated steel, the interior is PVC coated steel in gray, and the end panels are foamed PVC coated steel in black. The kick plate is PVC coated dark gray anthracite. The unit is hard-wired (no plug). Optional upgrades include stainless steel interior and exterior panels, solid or full-view end panels, additional shelves, partition dividers, price tag molding, and casters that add 4-3/8" to the overall height. Stainless steel adjustable legs (5-1/8" to 7-5/8") are also available.
About Hydra-Kool
Hydra-Kool manufactures refrigerated display cases designed for food retail and foodservice environments where product visibility and temperature control are critical. The line includes bakery, deli, seafood, and gelato cases, along with open display merchandisers and glass door wall units. Equipment is configured to support merchandising while maintaining consistent holding conditions across different product types. Cases are built with accessible components to allow for routine cleaning and service. Hydra-Kool units are used in supermarkets, specialty shops, and prepared food operations. Replacement parts support and established service channels help operators maintain performance and manage ongoing upkeep.
Features & Benefits
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Ideal for convenience stores, grocery grab-and-go sections, cafeterias, hotel lobbies, and campus dining displaying cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, and packaged snacks
-
58.2 cu. ft. refrigerated display capacity
-
Temperature range: 36°F to 40°F
-
Open front design for quick customer self-service
-
Key-operated electric locking shutter for secure overnight closure
-
Forced air refrigeration, self-contained
-
Compressor: 2 x 1 (dual) HP
-
R404a refrigerant
-
Four height-adjustable shelves with tilt capability
-
Product stops on all shelves
-
LED lighting in canopy and under shelves
-
Digital temperature and defrost controller with digital thermometer
-
Removable condensate evaporating pan
-
Slide-out condensing unit for service access
-
Tempered side glass panels
-
Silver colored PVC coated steel front panel
-
PVC coated steel gray interior
-
Foamed PVC coated steel black end panels
-
PVC coated dark gray anthracite kick plate
-
CFC-free injected foam insulation
-
Levelling feet included
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Electrical: 1x 115V + 1x 220V, hard-wired; 21.5A at 115V, 16.4A at 230V
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Overall dimensions: 96.6" W x 31.5" D x 82.6" H
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Net weight: 1047 lbs
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Specifications
| Display Capacity | 58.2 cu. ft. |
| Temperature Range | 36°F to 40°F |
| Cooling System | Forced Air, Self-Contained |
| Refrigerant | R404a |
| Compressor HP | 2 x 1 (dual) |
| Compressor FLA (115V) | 2 x 16.2 A |
| Total Amperage (115V) | 21.5 A |
| Total Amperage (230V) | 16.4 A |
| Voltage | 1x 115V + 1x 220V, hard-wired |
| Front | Open with key-operated electric locking shutter |
| Side Glass | Tempered |
| Shelves | 4 height-adjustable, tiltable, with product stops |
| Lighting | LED in canopy and under shelves |
| Temperature Control | Digital controller with digital thermometer |
| Exterior Front Panel | Silver colored PVC coated steel |
| Interior | PVC coated steel, gray |
| End Panels | Foamed PVC coated steel, black |
| Kick Plate | PVC coated dark gray anthracite |
| Insulation | CFC-free injected foam |
| Condensate Management | Removable evaporating pan |
| Condensing Unit | Slide-out for service access |
| Feet | Levelling feet |
| Overall Dimensions (W x D x H) | 96.6" x 31.5" x 82.6" |
| Net Weight | 1047 lbs |
| Shipping Weight | 1444 lbs |
| Crate Dimensions (L x W x H) | 99.6" x 32.5" x 92" |
| Operating Environment | Max 75°F, 55% RH |
Manufacturer's Warranty
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1 Year
Labor
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1 Year
Parts
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5 Year
Compressor (parts only)
Certifications & Approvals
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ETL US & Canada
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ETL Sanitation
Ideal for convenience stores, grocery grab-and-go sections, cafeterias, hotel lobbies, and campus dining displaying cold beverages, sandwiches, salads, and packaged snacks