Originally launched in 2015, the SKOPE ActiveCore Series made an impact due to its market-leading energy efficiency and a unique interchangeable cartridge system. This system allows technicians to swap refrigeration units out for working replacements on-site, minimising maintenance costs. Now, the Christchurch-based manufacturer is about to launch the next generation of ActiveCore.
The next generation of ActiveCore will include a few key additions to the removable cartridges and the warranty, both of which are staying in place alongside current pricing. The one-door top-mount launch model will boast a MEPS rating of just 2.67 kWh/24 hrs, which means they will cost less than a $1 a day to run. This is due to the introduction of R290, a natural refrigerant that makes ActiveCore environmentally friendly and means it won’t be affected by the forthcoming Montreal Protocol environmental legislation.
The next generation of ActiveCore will also be the first SKOPE fridges to come with SKOPE-connect™, the company’s free fridge control and management app, which collects data via Bluetooth.
“The next generation of ActiveCore will be the first to be offered with SKOPE-connect, but it certainly won’t be the last,” said Nigel Chapman, head of design and innovation at SKOPE. “We’re committed to making it available on as many relevant SKOPE products as possible and to regularly updating it to further hone and improve its functionality.”
SKOPE-connect can manage fridge settings to further reduce power bills. It also tracks door opens, allowing owners to gauge the popularity of different products. Furthermore, owners will receive an alert whenever they’re on-site and a connected fridge strays from the set temperature range, helping them reduce food waste and save money on stock.
The fridge can also diagnose a potential problem with an advanced controller. Instead of having to call out a technician, costing time and money, SKOPE-connect tells owners if and how they can resolve the problem themselves.
