Case history

Glam Fold glass doors retrofit in the Esselunga supermarket in Milan

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In the centre of Milan, in one of Esselunga's most historic locations on Via Washington, Cisaplast carried out a state-of-the-art retrofit project, installing Glam Fold glass doors. This solution, designed to optimise space inside supermarkets, has improved not only the operational efficiency of the shop, but also the customers' shopping experience.

Glam Fold doors, with their space-saving closure, represent the latest evolution in commercial refrigeration solutions offered by Cisaplast.

The Project

Esselunga, an icon of the Italian retail industry, was faced with the need to install glass doors on its refrigerators in order to improve energy efficiency and enhance interior space.
Thanks to Cisaplast's experience, the ideal solution was found with the installation of Glam Fold doors, an innovative product designed specifically for environments where space is limited.

Product installed

  • Model: Glam Fold
  • Key Features:
    • Bellows Closure: The Glam Fold door is designed for environments where optimising space is key. The folding closure allows you to make the most of the available area, without sacrificing accessibility or product visibility.
    • Space-Saving Design: The innovative design saves valuable space, ideal for supermarkets with limited layouts or where space efficiency is a priority.
    • Energy Efficient: The door structure ensures optimal insulation, maintaining the correct temperature inside the refrigerators and reducing energy consumption.
    • High-Quality Materials: Made of durable and long-lasting materials, the Glam Fold combines robustness and aesthetics in an elegant and functional solution.
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Challenges and Solutions

Esselunga's main objective was to modernise the refrigerators within the shop without compromising the available space, given the shop's historical layout. The Glam Fold door proved to be the perfect choice, as it optimised the space and offered greater energy efficiency without the need for major structural changes to the shop.

Results and Benefits

The installation of the Glam Fold doors has brought a number of tangible benefits for Esselunga:

  • Maximisation of Space: Thanks to the folding closure, the shop was able to optimally utilise the available space, improving circulation within the shop.
  • Energy Efficiency: The new doors have contributed to a significant reduction in refrigeration operating costs, while maintaining a constant temperature inside the refrigerators.
  • Improved Aesthetics: The modern design of the Glam Fold doors has added a touch of elegance to the supermarket, improving the visual appearance of the refrigerated areas and making the products on display more appealing to customers.
  • Ease of Maintenance: Made of durable materials, Glam Fold doors require minimal maintenance, reducing long-term operating costs.
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Conclusions

The retrofit carried out at Esselunga in Via Washington in Milan demonstrates how Cisaplast is able to offer innovative and customised solutions to meet the needs of each shop. Thanks to the Glam Fold doors, Esselunga was able to improve energy efficiency, optimise available space and modernise the shop's aesthetics without sacrificing functionality.
This project highlights the value of retrofit as a tool to increase efficiency and reduce operating costs in historic supermarkets.

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