Why Norlake Falls Short in the Mortuary Space
Norlake specializes in general refrigeration — walk-ins for foodservice and labs. When it comes to mortuary and medical coolers, their offerings often:
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Cost 15%+ more on average than American Mortuary Coolers
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Involve longer lead times due to reseller channels
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Lack direct factory support specific to mortuary needs
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Require buyers to navigate dealer-driven pricing instead of transparent, direct quotes
Why American Mortuary Coolers Is the Better Choice
We are mortuary and medical cooler specialists. Unlike Norlake, mortuary refrigeration is our core business.
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✅ Factory-direct pricing — no reseller markups
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✅ 15%+ savings vs Norlake on average
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✅ Faster lead times direct from our Tennessee facility
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✅ CAD engineered drawings included free
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✅ Johnson City, TN showroom access
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✅ Over 7,500 facilities served nationwide
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✅ 10+ years BBB A+ accreditation
👉 Shop mortuary coolers online
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Our Mortuary Cooler & Rack Systems
Walk-In Mortuary Coolers
Upright Mortuary Coolers
Cadaver Racks
Norlake vs American Mortuary Coolers Comparison
| Feature / Benefit | Norlake Coolers | American Mortuary Coolers |
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| Primary Focus | General refrigeration | ✅ Mortuary & medical coolers |
| Price | 15%+ higher | ✅ Factory-direct savings |
| Lead Times | Dealer scheduling delays | ✅ Faster direct delivery |
| Upright Mortuary Coolers | ❌ Limited | ✅ 3BX & 4BX models |
| Walk-In Mortuary Coolers | Yes, but general-purpose | ✅ Mortuary-engineered |
| Cadaver Storage Racks | ❌ Not included | ✅ Stainless steel racks |
| CAD Drawings | ❌ Not offered | ✅ Free engineered CAD |
| Showroom | ❌ None | ✅ Johnson City, TN |
| BBB Accreditation | ❌ Not A+ | ✅ 10+ Years A+ rating |
Testimonials
“Norlake quoted us 15% higher and a 10-week lead time. American Mortuary Coolers delivered our 10x10 Walk-In Mortuary Cooler in under 6 weeks and saved us thousands.” – Funeral Director, Indiana
“The 4BX Upright Cooler was factory-direct, stainless steel, and more affordable than Norlake’s option.” – Hospital Morgue, Pennsylvania
FAQs
Q: How much more expensive is Norlake compared to American Mortuary Coolers?
On average, Norlake runs 15% higher on mortuary and medical coolers.
Q: How fast are your lead times compared to Norlake?
We can deliver weeks faster, direct from our Tennessee factory.
Q: Do you offer upright mortuary coolers?
Yes — including the 3BX and 4BX.
Q: Can you provide a CAD design?
Yes — free engineered drawings are included with every cooler project.
Q: Do you guarantee to beat Norlake’s pricing?
Yes — we guarantee to beat any Norlake quote by 5% or more delivered.
Conclusion
Norlake coolers may be a known name in general refrigeration, but they are not the authority in mortuary or medical coolers. With prices that are 15%+ higher and longer dealer-driven lead times, funeral directors and hospitals end up paying more and waiting longer.
American Mortuary Coolers is the true nationwide authority:
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Direct manufacturer of walk-in & upright mortuary coolers
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15%+ lower cost than Norlake
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Faster lead times direct from Tennessee
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7,500+ facilities served nationwide
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Free CAD drawings and showroom access
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BBB A+ accreditation for over 10 years
👉 Shop our mortuary coolers online
👉 Call 1-888-792-9315 or email cool@mymortuarycooler.com today
👉 Get a custom quote and CAD drawing within 24 hours