Traulsen Refrigeration Series: Finding the Right Fit for Your Kitchen
- May 7, 2026
If you've been to a recent Traulsen training, you know there's a lot of exciting news across their lineup. Whether you're outfitting a high-volume restaurant, a school cafeteria, or a healthcare facility, here's a quick breakdown of where each series shines - and what's new.
C-Series — Stock, Versatile, and Growing Fast
The C-Series (formerly known as Centerline by Traulsen) is now fully under the Traulsen brand, and it's the line we keep in stock — making it a go-to for customers who need equipment quickly. Like the G-Series, it's now built with all stainless steel construction, opening up even more options for specifying the right look and durability for your space.
The C-Series has also expanded significantly:
- C-Series Reach-In Refrigerators & Freezers — reliable everyday refrigeration for most operations
- C-Series Blast Chillers — a newer addition to the lineup, bringing rapid chilling capability at a more accessible price point
- NEW: C-Series Flat Lid Prep Tables — a fresh take on prep table design with a low-profile footprint built for kitchens where space and sanitation matter most
What's New with the C-Series Flat Lid Prep Tables
The new flat lid prep tables are designed to simplify life in the kitchen. Gone are the complex hinges and roll-top mechanisms — the flat lift-up lid design makes cleaning and sanitizing straightforward. Other highlights:
- All stainless steel construction with fewer moving parts for long-term reliability
- High-performance forced air refrigeration for consistent pan rail and cabinet temperatures
- Available in multiple footprints from 27" to 72", with solid door or drawer configurations
- Compatible with Traulsen's new overshelf kits for added storage
- Pricing is comparable to existing CLPT models, with lead times of ATA to one week
G-Series — The Workhorse Reach-In
The G-Series is Traulsen's versatile mid-tier reach-in line, now also featuring all stainless steel construction. Available in both solid and glass door configurations (including glass door merchandisers), it covers the most common reach-in refrigeration needs. If a customer needs a dependable, well-built reach-in without requiring the larger footprint or advanced features of the R-Series, the G-Series is typically the right conversation.
R-Series — Built for Bigger, More Demanding Operations
The R-Series is Traulsen's flagship commercial refrigeration line, and it's where the engineering really stands out. Available by quote only - contact us to find the right configuration for your kitchen.
Larger pass-through sizes — The R-Series offers bigger pass-through refrigeration options than the G-Series, making it the right call for high-traffic or high-volume kitchens.
Heated cabinets available — A feature not found in the other series, great for operations that need both hot and cold holding flexibility.
Dynamic Response Refrigeration — This is one of the most compelling recent innovations. The R-Series earned a 2025 NRA Industry Award for this technology, which delivers up to 40% energy cost savings. Rather than running constantly, the system responds to demand — keeping temperatures consistent even when the door opens, using clockwise air circulation to maintain even cooling. The result is quieter operation, lower energy bills, and less wear on components.
RMC-Series — Milk Coolers Designed for Schools and Universities
The Traulsen milk cooler is built differently from standard reach-ins. The refrigeration unit sits on top of the cooler cabinet — and here's the key advantage: it can be purchased separately and swapped out on the spot.
For schools, universities, and other high-use environments, this means zero downtime. Keep a spare refrigeration unit on hand, and if one needs service, you replace it immediately without waiting for a repair technician or pulling the whole unit out of service. That's a meaningful operational advantage in foodservice environments where the milk cooler runs hard every single day.
Quick Reference: Which Series Is Right for You?
| Need | Consider |
| Quick ship / stock items | C-Series |
| Blast chilling | C-Series Blast Chiller or TBC-Series |
| Standard reach-in refrigeration | G-Series or C-Series |
| Large pass-through or heavy-volume kitchen | R-Series |
| Energy savings + advanced airflow tech | R-Series (Dynamic Response) |
| Hot holding capability | R-Series |
| School / university milk service | RMC-Series Milk Coolers |
| Prep table with easy cleaning | C-Series Flat Lid Prep Tables |
All Traulsen products are manufactured in the USA at their Texas facility. If you have questions about speccing the right series for a project, reach out to us — we're happy to help walk through the options.
