Rudy's Commercial Refrigeration Inc. has a rich heritage in the refrigeration industry, officially establishing itself in 1947 after evolving from earlier roots in the decades before. The company was founded by William E. Plant, who transitioned from studying law to gaining expertise in refrigeration and electrical engineering during World War II in California's shipyards. Following the war, he saw a brighter economic future and acquired Rudy's Refrigeration from its original owner, Rudy Ball, focusing on both household and commercial refrigeration repairs.
In the 1970s, with his son Ben Plant joining the business, the company shifted its focus exclusively to commercial refrigeration, marking a pivotal moment in its development by discontinuing the residential services. Ben expanded the company’s reach by installing refrigeration systems across 11 western states and took on the role of factory representative for various refrigeration systems. Under this leadership, Rudy’s pioneered the manufacturing of walk-in coolers and freezers, thus establishing their own brand in the industry.
Rudy's products are widely recognized and utilized in a range of establishments from schools and hospitals to grocery stores and breweries. The company's growth has been marked by a commitment to quality and innovation, providing tailored refrigeration solutions that meet the diverse needs of their clients. Today, Rudy's Commercial Refrigeration continues to thrive, championing custom-built walk-in and reach-in coolers and freezers, as well as essential Kason parts, affirming its position as a dependable partner in commercial refrigeration.
