SHERIDAN, WYOMING - February 23, 2026 - HAUSER will use EuroShop 2026 to position energy efficiency, space-optimized cabinet design, and next-generation refrigeration technology as practical levers for food retail operators facing tighter sustainability expectations and rising operating-cost pressure. At stand C35 (Hall 14), the company will present new refrigerated cabinets, conversion-ready counter concepts, and two technology developments aimed at improving efficiency and lowering lifecycle complexity in modern store environments. The presentation spans furniture, systems, and services, with an emphasis on durability, cost-effectiveness, and natural refrigerants.
EuroShop 2026 focus: furniture, systems, and conversion flexibility
HAUSER's EuroShop lineup is built around two recurring retail requirements: lowering energy consumption while keeping temperature performance stable, and maximizing selling space in smaller footprints such as compact stores and petrol-station formats. The company is highlighting Connect-enabled furniture, modular counter concepts, and refrigeration system innovations designed for both new builds and retrofit programs.
Key highlights at the stand include:
- REMETA Connect refrigerated cabinet
- MIRENGO03 Connect Air Eco freezer (also referenced as MIRENGO RMG03 Connect Eco in the material)
- VITHEA Transformer counter concept for switching between service and self-service
- ecoFusion technology for highly efficient, sustainable refrigeration systems
- A magnetocaloric furniture prototype developed with MAGNOTHERM, using a refrigerant-free unit based on the magnetocaloric effect
Sustainability and materials positioning for day-to-day operations
HAUSER links its energy-efficiency messaging to materials choices and refrigerant strategy. The source material states that the plastic tray of the REMETA series is made entirely from recycled material, and that HAUSER uses natural refrigerants such as CO2 and propane. For operators, these details matter primarily in two places: compliance planning and total cost of ownership, where longer service life and simplified maintenance access can reduce disruptions and keep refurbishment cycles predictable.
"Wherever technically possible and sensible, we use sustainable materials. The longer service life also conserves valuable resources and reduces the CO2 footprint," says Wolfgang Penn, Team Leader Product Management Systems and Technical Products at HAUSER.
Cabinet efficiency gains and serviceability as a buyer criterion
With REMETA Connect (Water), HAUSER positions the cabinet as an energy-efficiency and operational-reliability upgrade compared to the previous REGIUS Connect (Water) model. The source claims up to 14 percent energy savings versus the prior model, alongside reduced operating costs and a shorter payback period. It also describes specific design and maintenance choices-removable cladding parts, accessible tray, and space under the unit-that reduce cleaning and service friction, which is often a material cost driver in high-traffic food retail.
REFINO Connect is presented as a glass-door cabinet combining design with Connect technology. The material describes multi-circuit technology for high operational reliability and a service-friendly design aligned to high hygiene requirements. It also states that REFINO Connect is optimized for Infinity glass doors, enabling space-saving installation on top of the unit, reducing floor space requirements while maintaining the same internal volume.
Freezer segment: energy index goals and visibility-driven merchandising
HAUSER's EuroShop narrative also targets freezers, where energy performance and product visibility are frequently in tension. The MIRENGO RMG03 Connect Eco is positioned as the "top model," with the source highlighting sophisticated air guidance, an energy-free frame, premium glass doors, and a patented energy recovery system. The material states the unit achieves the best energy efficiency index in class B and provides 10 percent more net volume, while consuming over 20 percent less energy than conventional freezers.
For store planners and category managers, the operational takeaway is that freezer choices increasingly combine three decisions in one: energy profile, net volume, and customer-facing visibility. HAUSER is also describing a facelift for the MERANIS06 freezer island, emphasizing transparency through panoramic glazing, a low height for open market design, easier product access, and attention to service and cleaning friendliness.
Counters that switch between service and self-service
HAUSER is using the VITHEA counter series to show how a counter line can be adapted without a full rebuild. The VITHEA Transformer counters are described as convertible from service to self-service in a few steps, addressing the demand for multifunctional concepts and flexible product presentation. The source lists two versions: one with folding and sliding glass elements, and another aimed at greater transparency and access in self-service mode using a rearward sliding, bonded glass structure.
"This means that even small floor spaces can be used optimally and maximum flexibility in product presentation can be achieved," explains Penn.
The VITHANDO self-service counter is positioned as particularly energy-efficient, with double airflow technology intended to stabilize the air curtain and reduce cold losses, paired with an optimized refrigeration and mechanical design. The VITHEA Gastro counter system is described as modular, with cooled vertical special elements designed for seamless integration and multi-level presentation. The source also connects this system to demand for hot food for out-of-home consumption, including hot counters and hot-to-go inserts.
Refrigeration technology: ecoFusion for high-temperature stability, magnetocalorics as a prototype path
Beyond furniture, HAUSER is presenting two technology developments. First, ecoFusion is described as a new standard for highly efficient and sustainable systems, especially at high outside temperatures. Developed in cooperation with Graz University of Technology, the system uses CO2 (R744) and propane (R290) in multiple refrigeration circuits, and includes a modular subcooler designed for transcritical CO2 systems. The source states the compact system is available in two sizes and supports stable, energy-efficient operation at 45°C outside temperature and above, with use cases including integration in new systems and retrofitting existing systems.
Second, HAUSER is showing a fully functional furniture prototype developed with MAGNOTHERM, using the "ECLIPSE" refrigeration unit based on the magnetocaloric effect. The material describes it as refrigerant-free, safe, and low-maintenance, and states it offers significant efficiency potential compared to conventional gas-compression refrigeration while acknowledging that the technology is still early.
"Magnetocalorics opens up new perspectives in terms of energy efficiency, operating costs and sustainability. The technology is still in its infancy, but promises substantial progress in the performance and service life of refrigeration systems," says Wolfgang Penn.
Turnkey execution and lifecycle service
HAUSER also positions itself as a turnkey provider for complete refrigeration projects, spanning development of complete systems, project planning and implementation, and ongoing maintenance and service. The source highlights technical know-how in CO2 remote and Connect Water refrigeration systems (water loop), along with expertise in heat recovery and integral systems-capabilities that, for multi-site operators, typically influence rollout repeatability and service standardization across regions.