What is the difference between a Mega Top and a standard prep table?

A Mega Top prep table provides 2 rows of ingredient pans for higher topping capacity, while a Standard Top uses a single row of pans with a deeper cutting board. Mega Top models suit topping-intensive sandwich, deli, pizza, and salad lines, whereas Standard Top models provide more workspace for slicing and assembly.

What refrigerant do Evercool prep tables use?

All Evercool EMP and ESP prep tables use R290 Hydro-Carbon refrigerant, a low-GWP natural refrigerant.

Where can I buy Evercool (is it dealer-only)?

You can buy Evercool refrigerated prep tables through authorized resellers, such as Chef's Deal.

How many food pans does each Evercool model hold?

Pan capacity increases with cabinet width. Mega Top models hold 9 to 30 food pans, while Standard Top models hold 6 to 18, depending on the model size.

Is a sandwich prep table the same as a salad prep table?

Yes. Sandwich and salad prep tables share the same refrigerated design, with ingredient pans on top, refrigerated storage below, and a cutting board for food assembly. The difference lies in the menu, not in the equipment.

Do Evercool prep tables include cutting boards and food pans?

Yes. Every Evercool EMP and ESP prep table includes a full-length cutting board and 304 SS food pans as standard equipment.

Evercool Refrigerated Prep Tables

Evercool: Refrigerated Sandwich & Salad Prep Tables

Evercool manufactures refrigerated sandwich and salad prep tables for sandwich shops, delis, pizzerias, and high-volume restaurant lines. The brand's prep tables prioritize ingredient variety, functionality, and consistent cold holding through multiple food-pan capacities, integrated cutting boards, and 403 stainless-steel construction.

Evercool's lineup focuses on 2 series: the EMP Mega Top and the ESP Standard Top. Both are NSF-certified and backed by Evercool's manufacturer, USR Brands. Evercool sells exclusively through authorized dealers. Chef's Deal is an authorized source for Evercool commercial refrigeration.

What's a Mega Top? Evercool Tops Explained

A Mega Top is a prep table top configuration that fits 2 rows of food pans into the pan rail area instead of 1. This configuration significantly increases the number of food pans the table can accommodate. The Mega Top design suits build-your-own concepts, deli counters, and sub lines where the menu requires a wide variety of ingredients and toppings.

A Standard Top integrates a deeper cutting board, and the pan rail holds one row.
A Mega Top expands the rail to hold a second row of pans with a shallower cutting board.

Evercool Prep Table Series

Evercool prep tables are available in the EMP Mega Top and ESP Standard Top series. Each series includes 5 models with widths ranging from 27 in (68.58 cm) to 72 in (182.88 cm) and one, two, or three-door sections. Both series include a cutting board and food pans as standard equipment.

EMP Series: Mega Top Prep Tables

The EMP series is Evercool's Mega Top lineup, designed for topping-heavy lines that need the highest pan count per inch of counter space. The double-row pan rail configuration packs more 1/6-size pans into the top. Cutting board depth on the EMP series is 7.87 in (19.989 cm), except for the EMP48, which integrates a 9-in (22.86 cm) board.

ESP Series: Standard Top Prep Tables

The ESP series is Evercool's Standard Top lineup. The single-row pan rail trades some pan capacity for a deeper 10.24 in (26.009 cm) cutting board across all 5 sizes. The ESP is better suited to stations where slicing, portioning, and assembly work compete with topping access for workspace.

Sizes, Sections & Pan Capacity

Both series run 5 sizes from 27 in (68.58 cm) single-door units to 72 in (181.61 cm) 3-door units, with matching net volumes across EMP and ESP models of the same width.

Series	Model	Width	Doors	Pan Capacity	Net Volume
Mega Top	EMP27	27 in (68.58 cm)	1	9 × 1/6 + 3 × 1/9	6.1 cu ft (172.732 L)
	EMP36	36.25 in (92.075 cm)	2	15 × 1/6	9 cu ft (254.851 L)
	EMP48	47.25 in (120.015 cm)	2	18 × 1/6	12 cu ft (339.802 L)
	EMP60	60.19 in (152.882 cm)	2	24 × 1/6	16 cu ft (453.069 L)
	EMP72	71.5 in (181.61 cm)	3	30 × 1/6	19 cu ft (538.02 L)
Standard Top	ESP27	27 in (68.58 cm)	1	6 × 1/6 + 2 × 1/9	6.1 cu ft (172.732 L)
	ESP36	36.25 in (92.075 cm)	2	10 × 1/6	9 cu ft (254.851 L)
	ESP48	47.25 in (120.015 cm)	2	12 × 1/6	12 cu ft (339.802 L)
	ESP60	60.19 in (152.882 cm)	2	16 × 1/6	16 cu ft (453.069 L)
	ESP72	71.5 in (181.61 cm)	3	18 × 1/6	19 cu ft (538.02 L)

Mega Top vs Standard: Which Evercool Fits Your Line?

Evercool EMP Mega Top fits your line if your operation needs maximum refrigerated ingredient capacity. Evercool ESP Standard Top fits your line if additional cutting-board workspace is more valuable than extra ingredient pans.

Choose EMP Mega Top If...

Your menu includes many toppings or ingredients.
You operate a sandwich, deli, pizza, taco, poke, or salad line.
Staff need simultaneous access to refrigerated ingredients.
Faster access to ingredients is more important than extra cutting-board space.

Choose ESP Standard Top If...

Your menu uses fewer toppings.
Employees perform most slicing and portioning on the prep table.
Extra cutting-board depth improves workflow.
Ingredient variety is moderate rather than extensive.

Decision Tip from Chef’s Deal: Count the maximum number of ingredients needed for your busiest menu item. Does that number exceed what the ESP can hold? Then, choose the EMP Mega Top instead.

Food Safety & Build (430 Stainless Steel, Cold-Holding & Certifications)

Evercool prep tables combine durable stainless steel construction, reliable cold holding, and commercial certifications to support safe food preparation in busy kitchens.

430 stainless steel construction provides a corrosion-resistant, easy-to-clean exterior and interior for everyday commercial use.
304 stainless steel food pans offer greater durability in the ingredient rail, where wear is highest.
Cold-holding temperatures of 33°F (0.556°C) to 40°F (4.4°C) help keep ingredients within recommended refrigeration ranges during service.
A 1/3 HP refrigeration system with R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant delivers energy-efficient cooling with automatic defrost.
Self-closing doors with a 90° stay-open feature reduce cold-air loss while making restocking easier.
Heavy-duty PVC-coated adjustable shelves support up to 100 lb (45.359 kg) each and adapt to changing storage needs.
cETLus, ETL Sanitation, and NSF certifications verify that the prep tables meet recognized commercial safety and sanitation standards.

Is Evercool Good for Commercial Kitchens?

Evercool is a reliable choice for commercial kitchens. Sandwich shops, delis, pizzerias, and QSRs can benefit from Evercool's purpose-built design with dependable cold-holding and straightforward construction. The Standard Top models address the larger prep space challenge, while the Mega Top format addresses the challenge of high-topping, high-volume sandwich and deli lines where pan-access speed affects ticket time.

Why Buy Evercool from Chef's Deal

Chef's Deal is an authorized Evercool reseller that supplies the EMP Mega Top and ESP Standard Top series and offers guidance on matching top configurations, pan counts, and widths to line requirements. Operators can request a quote for volume orders and explore bank-free financing with terms up to 84 months, making commercial refrigeration investments manageable without large upfront capital.

Shop Evercool at Chef's Deal

Browse Evercool Mega Top and Standard Top refrigerated sandwich and salad prep tables at Chef's Deal to find the right size and configuration for your commercial kitchen. Compare models, request a custom quote, or speak with a product specialist to choose the prep table that best fits your menu and workflow.

Evercool: Refrigerated Sandwich & Salad Prep Tables

What's a Mega Top? Evercool Tops Explained

A Standard Top integrates a deeper cutting board, and the pan rail holds one row.
A Mega Top expands the rail to hold a second row of pans with a shallower cutting board.