Guardian^® is built with technicians in mind. Its modular design makes installation and maintenance refreshingly simple. The lightweight PRU is mounted on a cassette and guided by a rail system, facilitating quick setup and easy access when service is needed. With a roof-mounted PRU, installation is as easy as plug it in and go—and when it’s time for service, everything’s accessible right from the top. A PRU in need of attention can be swapped out for a ready-to-run unit in as little as 20 minutes, keeping your refrigerated display case up and running with minimal downtime.

But don’t let the lightweight PRU fool you—Guardian^® is tough where it counts. Reinforced mullions support the weight of signage and marketing materials placed on top of the case, so you can customize your display without compromising durability.

With all refrigeration components mounted on top of the refrigerated display case, the entire interior of the Guardian^® Merchandiser is open for product. That means more facings, more packout, and more flexibility—without sacrificing space. In fact, Guardian^® matches the merchandising capacity of our classic Highlight Merchandiser®, making it a seamless fit for stores already using refrigerated merchandisers.

And when it comes to cleaning, Guardian^® makes it effortless. With all refrigeration components mounted on top, there’s nothing inside the case to disassemble or work around. Just spray it down and vacuum it out. The bottom of the case is slightly angled to help water pool into a single area, streamlining cleanup and keeping your display case looking like new.

Propane has been safely used in the U.S. for nearly a century. The first safety laws governing its use date back to the 1930s, when standards were introduced to address flammability and handling risks. Since then, propane has become a trusted fuel for heating, lighting, grilling, powering vehicles, and refrigeration.

Today, propane is used in commercial refrigerated display cases like the Guardian^® Merchandiser, where safety remains a top priority. Regulations continue to evolve, and modern systems are designed with strict limits in mind. For example, the maximum charge for a PRU is around 10 ounces—less than a standard soda can. That small amount delivers powerful cooling while keeping safety front and center. This minimal charge does not require any leak monitoring devices.

The Guardian^® Merchandiser builds on the time-proven design of the Highlight Merchandiser^® while delivering more flexibility and convenience. The full lineup includes 2- to 5-door configurations for low and medium temperature applications, giving retailers the merchandising power they need without changing their planogram. Each refrigerated display case fits through a standard 80” doorway and is forkliftable on one side for easy transport from truck to store.

The Guardian^® Merchandiser uses the CoolView^® Envision doors. These 30” wide, 68” tall doors are designed to resist condensation and sweating, even in humid store conditions. That means a clear view of your merchandise, all day long.

Applications for Modern Retail Spaces

The Guardian^® Merchandiser isn’t just built for performance—it’s designed to elevate the look and feel of your store. These commercial reach-in freezer and cooler cases can be joined together to create a clean, continuous lineup that complements a wide range of retail formats, including convenience stores and dollar stores.

Whether you’re refreshing end cap displays, short-term storage, online pickup or planning a full store remodel, the Guardian^® fits right in. Its sleek profile and modular flexibility make it a smart choice for retailers looking to maximize merchandising impact while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic.