The Future of Food Chains

TRADITIONAL COLD STORAGE CONSTRUCTION:

COLD STORAGE OF TOMORROW Cold storage solutions will comprise of a range of new construction methods and configurations, undertaking a range of primary and value add services. These buildings will utilise new materials that reduce heat loss, engineering methods that limit chamber opening times, and configurations that reduce the impact of product load. Automation will reduce requirement for physical labour, onsite and renewable energy and combined heat power technologies will reduce grid requirements offering new location opportunities.

INSULATED STRUCTURE

Buildings use a similar basic construction type to an ambient warehouse, however the building envelope is sealed to provide vapour control and air tightness and the cladding is insulated to provide the appropriate level of information for the temperature level needed.

BOX IN BOX

This is the most common option when retro fitting Cold Storage (or it forms a minor component of the space). It is also commonly used in multi temperature environments or where chambering is needed. The ‘Box is an internally constructed insultated structure which sits within a conventional warehouse structure. This solution is ideal for heavily automated sites and allows for significant benefits in stock density. The racking or automation install is completed first and the outside of that is then clad with insulated panels to provide weather proofing and a sealed structure. CLAD RACK / RACK SUPPORTED

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