Founded in 1948 by World War II veteran Bob Trulaske, True refrigeration got its start creating bottle coolers out of downtown St. Louis warehouse, but the brand has grown into one of the largest players in the global commercial refrigeration market. Known for reliable and sanitary commercial refrigerators, the family-owned business primarily creates refrigerators out of its O'Fallon, Mo., headquarters.
True GDM-45-HC-LD 51 1/8" GDM Series Two Section Glass Door Merchandiser - (2) Sliding Doors, Black, 115v
True Refrigeration GDM-45-HC-LD Description
The True GDM-45-HC-LD two-section glass door merchandiser has a refrigeration system that maintains temperatures from 33 to 38 degrees Fahrenheit with its self-contained capillary tube system, which uses R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant. Maintaining the condensing unit is facilitated by its position on the bottom of the cabinet, which creates a lower, no-stoop floor shelf that showcases stored items.
To keep the condensing coil clean, the condensing fan motor blows in reverse for 20 seconds after compressor start up. This helps to remove dust, debris, and dirt, enabling the unit to operate more efficiently. Enabling reduced energy consumption and proper product temperatures, this feature works in tandem with routine preventative maintenance.
Its black laminated-vinyl exterior is permanent and resists peeling or chipping, and the white aluminum interior liner and LED interior lights brighten the cabinet so that products are visible. Double-pane, thermal-insulated glass doors offer energy efficiency while ensuring customers can clearly view products. Each door has a 12-inch handle, and their self-closing feature ensures the doors swing shut smoothly. The True GDM-45-HC-LD two-section glass door merchandiser has eight PVC-coated wire shelves that adjust by 1⁄2-inch increments and come with four chrome-plated clips.
Product Details
- 8 heavy-duty, PVC-coated wire shelves comes with 4 chrome-plated clips per shelf
- Shelves are adjustable in 1⁄2-in. increments to sustain products of different heights
- Black laminated-vinyl exterior is durable and permanent
- White aluminum interior liner brightens the cabinet
- Stainless steel floor has a built-in drain that facilitates cleaning
- Foamed-in-place polyurethane insulation gives the cabinet sturdiness and retains cold air
- Heavy-duty frame rail is black powder coated to resist corrosion and includes leg levelers for uneven floors
- Double-pane, thermal-insulated glass doors have mitered plastic channel frames
- Each door has a 12-in. handle for opening and closing
- Self-closing doors are on a counter-balanced weight system for a positive, smooth closure
- Exterior sign panel lights up to grab customers’ attention
- LED interior lights show off stored products
Product Features

Reliable Refrigeration System
- R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant is used by the capillary tube system
- Temperature range: 33-38 degrees F
- Epoxy-coated evaporator is resistant to corrosion
- Fan motor operates in reverse for 20 seconds after compressor start up to clean the condensing coil
- Bottom-mounted condensing unit is accessible for servicing
- Bottom-mounted placement elevates the floor to a comfortable height for product viewing and access
Dimensions & Utilities
- Shelves: 2215⁄16 in. W x 209⁄16 in. D
- Overall: 511⁄8 in. W x 30 in. D x 785⁄8 in. H
- 8.5 A, 1⁄2 HP
- 115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, 9-ft. cord with a NEMA 5-15P plug
*Free shipping on True Refrigeration GDM-45-HC-LD within the 48 contiguous states.
From The Manufacturer
Refrigerated Merchandiser, two-section, (8) shelves, (2) Low-E thermal glass sliding doors, LED interior lights, powder coated steel exterior, white interior with stainless steel floor, R290 Hydrocarbon refrigerant, 1/2 HP, 115v/60/1-ph, 8.5 amps, NEMA 5-15P, cULus, UL EPH Classified
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True Refrigeration GDM-45-HC-LD Specifications
Spec Attribute | Spec Value |
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Manufacturer | True Refrigeration |
Color | Black |
Compressor Location | Bottom |
Cubic Feet | 41.6 |
Depth (in) | 30.01 |
Door Design | Sliding |
Door Type | Glass |
Height (in) | 78.63 |
Hertz | 60 |
NEMA | 5-15P |
Phase | 1 |
Product | Display Refrigerators |
Product Type | Commercial Refrigeration |
Rating | Better |
Refrigerant | R290 (Hydrocarbon) |
Sections | 2 |
Series | GDM Series |
Special Features | LED Lighting |
Special Features | Self Contained |
Voltage | 115 |
Warranty | 7-year Parts & Labor; 7-year Compressor Parts |
Width (in) | 51.13 |
Weight | 465.00 |

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Price | $4,417.86 | $3,127.17 |
Shipping | Ships Free | Shipping Cost Calculated in Cart |
Lead Time | IN STOCK: Ships in 1 Business Day | QUICK SHIP: Typically ships in 1 - 3 Business Days |
Sections | 2 | 2 |
Door Design | Sliding | Sliding |
Width (in) | 51.13 | 51 |
Rating | Better | Good |
Cubic Feet | 41.6 | 45 |
Series | GDM Series | VR Series |
Special Features | LED Lighting | LED Lighting |
Depth (in) | 30.01 | 29.75 |
Color | Black | Black |
Voltage | 115 | 115 |
Height (in) | 78.63 | 80.25 |
Hinge Configuration | ||
Warranty | 7-year Parts & Labor; 7-year Compressor Parts | 1-year Parts & Labor; 5-year Compressor Parts |
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"We needed a new cooler for our bar/restaurant that had a large capacity and was efficient. This cooler has both! Runs minimally, very quiet and has excellent warranty!"
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"uses for specialty beers and drinks and chilled alcohol. wish the lights had a dimmer or gels to cover then. we will find something local to use."
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"Using to display and cool cannabis-infused soda at our small retail store. Not noisy as one review stated. Put casters on at install; a great feature!"
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"We have the unit filled with drinks and snacks for our clients and staff. The unit makes more noise than our previous unit but it sure keeps things cold."