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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nSpecial Considerations for Cold Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As the nation\u2019s appetite for fresh-frozen and refrigerated foods has expanded, so has the need for cold storage facilities. However, operating a refrigerated warehouse takes extra steps to keep those perishable items in top condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some primary considerations for cold storage facilities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Temperature and humidity levels in the warehouse must be monitored carefully. Many cold storage faculties store goods that require different temperatures\u2014from chilled to frozen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Employees working in a cold storage warehouse must have suitable equipment and gear to handle the cold.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Perishable stock must be carefully exchanged and rotated using\u00a0First In, First Out (FIFO)<\/a>\u00a0racking practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Benefits of Optimal Cold Storage Organization<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Organization is vital for any warehouse, but it is even more essential for a cold storage facility. The better organized your warehouse, the more you save on energy costs or lost goods. Here are some benefits of using storage methods designed especially for cold storage:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Fewer lost goods due to expiration<\/strong>. Each refrigerated or frozen item must be stored according to the appropriate standards for health compliance and safety. When storage conditions are not optimal, the product can lose taste, color, and texture\u2014potentially becoming unsafe to consume. Therefore, optimal storage saves you money in damaged inventory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
More storage in smaller spaces. <\/strong>With energy costs skyrocketing, another benefit of optimal storage is that you can store more goods in less space. Cold storage racking systems that make use of your vertical space can cut down on wasted space, allowing you to store more product without increasing your energy bills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Organization saves time<\/strong>. The right organizational system allows your warehouse team to move efficiently and productively throughout the facility. With labor shortages affecting the entire food and beverage industry, proper organization is more crucial than ever before. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What Are Cold Storage Solutions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Now that you understand the challenges and benefits of cold storage rack organization, let\u2019s examine the best options for your facility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Galvanized Steel Pallet Racking<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Although galvanized steel is not the standard material for freezer\u00a0pallet racks<\/a>, it can be the right choice for long-lasting racks. First, galvanized steel holds up better to cold temperatures. Galvanized steel is also corrosion resistant for use in harsh environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Additionally, the denser the storage, the easier it is to keep cool, so narrow aisles are common in cold storage. However, tight spacing can lead to forklift damage. Please\u00a0speak with your Speedrack West consultant<\/a>\u00a0about whether the galvanized steel option is right for your warehouse.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pallet Flow Rack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A pallet flow rack can be ideal for perishable refrigerated goods. This type of racking uses gravity to put older products in front of the rack automatically. When a product is removed, the one behind it takes its place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ideally, these FIFO systems are open on both sides so that you can remove the product at one end and load in new products in at the other end.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nPush Back Rack<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Another proven cold storage racking system uses push back racks<\/a>. With this system, pallets automatically roll to the front of the bay when the older pallets are removed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Push back rack systems typically support two to five pallets per lane.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nPallet Rack Shuttle<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This type of racking allows you to use the latest technology to keep your product seamlessly moving. Pallet rack shuttles<\/a> are a semi-automated storage and retrieval system that provides maximum warehouse space use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operated by battery-powered remote control, a low-profile shuttle car loads or unloads pallets into the lane.<\/p>\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\nSpeak With A Cold Storage Expert<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Just as every warehouse is different, every warehouse\u2019s storage needs can vary. That\u2019s why we will work with you to design a system that is right for your space, inventory, and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At Speedrack West, we will work with you to build your freezer pallet rack system step by step. You can select from the following options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Teardrop style upright\u00a0frames<\/a>\u00a0in 8\u2032, 10\u2032, 12\u2032, and 16\u2032 heights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Standard step\u00a0beams<\/a>\u00a0in 96\u2033, 108\u2033, 120\u2033, and 144\u2033 lengths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Wire mesh\u00a0decking<\/a>\u00a0that fits your racking system.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Optional\u00a0safety products<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Between supply chain interruptions, labor shortages, and energy costs\u2014you have enough to worry about these days as a cold storage warehouse manager. Our design team has the knowledge and experience to help you select the right organizational system for your facility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Standard step\u00a0beams<\/a>\u00a0in 96\u2033, 108\u2033, 120\u2033, and 144\u2033 lengths.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Teardrop style upright\u00a0frames<\/a>\u00a0in 8\u2032, 10\u2032, 12\u2032, and 16\u2032 heights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n