{"product_id":"arctic-air-ast48r-prep-tables","title":"Arctic Air Prep Tables - AST48R","description":"\u003ch2\u003eArctic Air Prep Tables - AST48R \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArctic Air AST48R 48\" sandwich prep table — stainless steel, digital temp control 33–41°F, 12 cu ft, includes pans \u0026amp; cutting board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vwpu6x\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"274\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"68\"\u003eCompact, efficient prep-line design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eThe AST48R is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"129\"\u003e48” two-door refrigerated prep table\u003c\/strong\u003e built for tight commercial kitchens where speed, layout efficiency, and ingredient access are essential. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2hk3l\" data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"554\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"314\"\u003eOptimized for fast food assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"314\" data-end=\"317\"\u003eFeatures a \u003cstrong data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"370\"\u003efull-length 11.5” deep cutting board\u003c\/strong\u003e plus a raised rail that holds \u003cstrong data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"423\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e(12) 1\/6-size pans\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping core ingredients directly in the workflow zone for rapid sandwich and salad prep. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rc2aqw\" data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eConsistent food-safe refrigeration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"596\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eMaintains a stable \u003cstrong data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"654\"\u003e33°F to 41°F temperature range\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring ingredients stay fresh even during continuous service and frequent door openings. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9uryin\" data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"829\"\u003eStrong performance in busy kitchens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"829\" data-end=\"832\"\u003eEquipped with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"927\"\u003e1\/2 HP self-contained refrigeration system and high-output airflow design\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering fast temperature recovery under heavy load conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pii4iq\" data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eDurable stainless steel construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1081\"\u003eBuilt with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003estainless steel exterior, ABS interior liner, and stainless steel floor with coved corners\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for long-term commercial durability and easy sanitation. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xdgvgn\" data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1301\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003eOperator-friendly daily use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1460\"\u003eself-closing doors with 90° stay-open feature, digital LED temperature display, and removable magnetic gaskets\u003c\/strong\u003e, improving workflow efficiency and maintenance speed. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1s1d955\" data-start=\"1556\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003eFlexible storage \u0026amp; organization\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1596\"\u003eComes standard with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1618\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eadjustable shelves and included food pans\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping kitchens keep ingredients organized and ready for high-volume service. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kq1di4\" data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003eEasy maintenance \u0026amp; mobility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eMounted on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003elocking casters with a front-access refrigeration system\u003c\/strong\u003e, simplifying cleaning, servicing, and repositioning in tight kitchen layouts. \u003cspan class=\"\" 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@w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"f57ea7dd-59a5-4697-b09a-3126b91475f9\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3-mini\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"292\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eQ: What is the Arctic Air AST48R Prep Table?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"51\"\u003eA: The Arctic Air AST48R is a 48-inch, two-door commercial refrigerated sandwich\/salad prep table designed for efficient food prep and cold ingredient storage in restaurants and foodservice operations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"330\"\u003eQ: What is its storage capacity?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"330\" data-end=\"333\"\u003eA: It provides about \u003cstrong data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"392\"\u003e12 cu. ft. of refrigerated storage\u003c\/strong\u003e with interior shelving plus a top pan rail for ingredient access. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eQ: How many food pans does it hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"542\"\u003eA: The top rail accommodates up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"604\"\u003e12 × 1\/6-size food pans\u003c\/strong\u003e for organized prep ingredients. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"678\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eQ: What temperature range does it maintain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"728\"\u003eA: It maintains safe food storage between \u003cstrong data-start=\"770\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e33°F and 41°F\u003c\/strong\u003e using a digital thermostat system. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"1110\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eQ: What are the key construction features?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"913\"\u003eA: It includes a stainless steel exterior, ABS interior liner, stainless steel floor with coved corners, and a full-length cutting board for prep efficiency. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eQ: What refrigeration system does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1157\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003eA: It uses a self-contained system with eco-friendly \u003cstrong data-start=\"1213\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eR290 refrigerant\u003c\/strong\u003e and a bottom-mounted compressor for efficient cooling and easier maintenance. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003eQ: Is it easy to clean and maintain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003eA: Yes, it features removable magnetic gaskets, slide-out components, and casters for simple cleaning and servicing access. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eQ: What type of business is it best for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eA: Ideal for restaurants, sandwich shops, cafés, and commercial kitchens that need fast, organized prep and reliable cold storage in a compact footprint. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"delayed-open\" aria-describedby=\"radix-_r_ch_\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b56xv0\" data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"162\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eClean condenser coils every 30–60 days\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain efficient cooling and reduce energy consumption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2l3058\" data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"267\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"196\"\u003eSanitize prep surface daily\u003c\/strong\u003e with food-safe cleaner to ensure hygiene and food safety compliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5js3kr\" data-start=\"268\" data-end=\"360\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"312\"\u003eInspect door and lid gaskets regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e and replace if worn to prevent cold air loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zapt8j\" data-start=\"361\" data-end=\"447\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"389\"\u003eAvoid overloading pans\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain proper airflow and consistent temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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