Controllers for Commercial Refrigeration
SCS controllers are the brain of your refrigeration fleet, connecting every cooler via Bluetooth or cellular to deliver fleet-wide insights, visibility and control. As the core of AoFrio’s end-to-end ecosystem, SCS controllers transform how you monitor, optimize and manage your fleet.
Unlock your fleet's potential with always-on cellular control
The SCS 800 combines seamless cellular connectivity, rugged reliability and our most advanced monitoring features in a single box, keeping your fleet connected and visible – no matter where your coolers are.
Combining rich daily insights on location and performance with smart remote control, the SCS 800 helps you maximize cooler uptime, reduce costs and boost sales. The SCS 800 unlocks the full power of the AoFrio iQ platform and your fleet, turning rich cooler data into smarter decisions, lower costs and more sales.
Trusted and innovative refrigeration controllers
AoFrio’s SCS smart controller range delivers precise temperature control, energy management, and multiple connectivity options for commercial refrigeration fleets. The controllers, including the cellular‑enabled SCS 800, provide real‑time data, remote adjustments, and fleet‑wide diagnostics, helping operators reduce service costs, improve uptime, and optimize performance across both new and legacy equipment.
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Model
SCS 800
Model
SCS 600
Cost
$$$$
Cost
$$$
Connectivity
Cellular: 4G LTE Bluetooth: BLE via AoFrio IoT system
Connectivity
Bluetooth: BLE via AoFrio IoT system
Geolocation
Wi-Fi/cellular
Geolocation
Via AoFrio iQ Fleet app
Sensor inputs
User configurable: NTC, PTC, digital
Sensor inputs
4/5 User configurable: N5TC, digital
Control outputs
8 4 high voltage (2 triac) 3 PWM: LED Lighting 1 VSC control
Control outputs
8/9 4 high voltage (2 triac) 4/5 low voltage
Backup power
1 month+ BLE and cellular connectivity
Backup power
Voltage ride-through capability
Whole cooler energy measurement
Yes
Whole cooler energy measurement
Yes
Ingress protection
IP54
Ingress protection
Front IP68; Back IPx5
Display
Optional with 3 display size options
Display
Optional integrated display
Dimensions (mm)
116.4w x 155.56h x 41.1d
Dimensions (mm)
76w x 35.9h x 93d
Ecosystem connections
AoFrio apps and iQ platform
Ecosystem connections
AoFrio apps and iQ platform
Our solutions
The core of AoFrio’s end-to-end ecosystem
AoFrio SCS controllers bridge the gap between your coolers and the cloud, acting as the core of an integrated ecosystem of motors, fans, controllers, apps and the AoFrio iQ platform. Purpose-built for commercial refrigeration, this connected solution gives you visibility and control to transform every cooler into a smart, high-performing asset.
Our partners
Smart refrigeration control trusted by leading brands
Testimonials
What our clients are saying
"We would like to share our experience working with the AoFrio team, which has been very positive. We especially highlight the support we have received from all the areas involved, as they have always been attentive to our needs. Throughout this long journey, we have significantly improved the control of our equipment thanks to the tools we are using."
Bebidas Del Paraguay
Cold Chain Supervisor
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Frequently asked questions
Customers can see up to a 68% reduction in cooler energy consumption when pairing SCS controllers with our Wellington ECR2 motors, as verified in our Re/GenT B.V. Report. Your actual savings will depend on equipment type, climate, usage patterns and current operating efficiency. Contact our team for a personalized assessment.
Yes, absolutely. The SCS range is designed for both new installations and retrofit applications. We support integration with existing equipment across diverse global markets and regional requirements, giving you a seamless upgrade path.
The connectivity of AoFrio’s SCS controllers provides access to accurate cooler data, which enables faster issue detection, more efficient maintenance scheduling and comprehensive reporting. This helps you react faster to anomalies and faults, reducing unplanned downtime and costly manual site visits.
AoFrio’s SCS controllers give you the option of either Bluetooth or cellular connectivity:
• The SCS 800 provides built-in 4G LTE cellular connectivity (Cat M1 or Cat 1.bis) and Bluetooth
• The SCS 500/600 provides Bluetooth connectivity. AoFrio’s IoT Gateway can be paired with the SCS 500/600 controller to upgrade Bluetooth coolers to cellular coolers.
Please take a look at the SCS 800 or SCS 500/600 pages to find out more, or get in touch to discuss the option that will best suit your deployment needs.
AoFrio SCS controllers are built for durability, with typical equipment lifespan exceeding 10 years. Our less than 1% warranty return rate reflects the reliability of our controllers.
Major global beverage brands and OEMs worldwide use AoFrio’s SCS controllers to connect, monitor and optimize their fleets. Over 3.5 million coolers are connected worldwide using AoFrio’s IoT products.
Our SCS controllers offer different display options, depending on the model:
SCS 800: Available without a display, or with a small, medium, or large display.
SCS 500/600: Available without a display, or with a standard display.
As a trusted global partner, AoFrio delivers ongoing specialist support, technical documentation, updates and expert guidance throughout your deployment, so your teams can maximize the benefits of our SCS controllers.