Overview
EN ISO 22041:2019/A1:2019 specifies requirements for the performance and energy consumption of refrigerated storage cabinets and counters intended for professional use, such as in commercial kitchens, restaurants, and catering establishments. Developed by CEN, this amendment aligns the standard with the latest European directives on ecodesign and energy labelling, providing manufacturers and users with guidance for compliance, efficiency, and performance expectations.
The standard is officially recognized across Europe, supporting both regulatory requirements and voluntary best practices for commercial refrigeration appliances.
Key Topics
- Performance Evaluation: Offers methodology for assessing the performance of professional refrigerated cabinets and counters, helping ensure reliable operation.
- Energy Consumption Measurement: Establishes criteria for measuring and reporting the energy consumption of commercial refrigeration equipment, promoting transparency and comparability.
- Conformity with EU Directives: Details how the standard supports compliance with:
- Commission Regulation (EU) No. 2015/1095 (ecodesign requirements)
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 2015/1094 (energy labelling)
- Presumption of Conformity: Usage of the standard enables presumed conformity with EU regulations when cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, simplifying market access for manufacturers.
Applications
The EN ISO 22041:2019/A1:2019 standard is crucial for various sectors that rely on professional refrigerated storage, such as:
- Food Service and Catering: Ensures that cabinets and counters used in restaurants, hotels, and institutional kitchens deliver reliable chilling performance while optimizing energy usage.
- Retail and Supermarkets: Supports retailers in selecting energy-efficient refrigeration units that meet regulatory requirements.
- Manufacturers: Provides a benchmark for product development, testing, and declaration of product compliance with EU energy efficiency and performance regulations.
- Regulatory Compliance: Offers a straightforward pathway to meet European ecodesign and energy labelling obligations, facilitating CE marking and market acceptance across the European Economic Area.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Supports food industry professionals and facility managers striving to reduce their environmental footprint and operational costs by standardizing energy efficiency measures.
Related Standards
Organizations and professionals working with commercial refrigeration will find it valuable to consider the following related standards and regulations:
- EN ISO 22041:2019: The unamended base standard detailing the core criteria for professional refrigerated cabinets and counters.
- Commission Regulation (EU) No 2015/1095: Relates to ecodesign requirements for professional refrigerated storage, blast cabinets, condensing units, and process chillers.
- Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 2015/1094: Focuses on the energy labelling of professional refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Other CEN and ISO Refrigeration Standards: For general refrigeration performance, safety, and environmental compliance.
Summary
EN ISO 22041:2019/A1:2019 is an essential European standard for the performance and energy consumption of professional refrigerated cabinets and counters. By adhering to this standard, manufacturers, suppliers, and professional users can ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and energy efficiency, benefiting businesses through lower operational costs and facilitating the achievement of sustainability targets in commercial refrigeration.
