Can cold storage be built on public utility land

How to build a cold storage facility?

Land that is proposed to be used as cold storage must be easily converted to non-agricultural land. You must get a consent letter from the local body before initiating the construction work. Proper drainage & road connectivity is a must-have requisite for a this facility. Soil testing should be conducted to determine load-bearing strength.

Should you invest in a new cold storage facility?

Designing and building a state-of-the-art food distribution facility is challenging. Expanding cold storage space at an existing facility is even more so. As a rule of thumb, companies are using current assets before investing in new ones.

What makes a modern cold storage facility unique?

Modern cold storage facilities have unique design features and must overcome specific challenges. Factors such as building height, utility demand, foundation requirements and rail access differ significantly from those seen in standard warehousing and distribution centers.

How much space does a cold storage facility need?

As a general thumb of rule, the cold storage with 10,000 metric tonnes of capacity seeks a minimum area of 2 acres to operate as a multi-commodity or multi-storage unit. A business owner often takes the volume of produce into account while deciding on the location of the storage facility.

Can a building be converted to cold storage?

However, if the facility is being considered for conversion to cold storage, it’s important to investigate whether the building’s thermal envelope would be suitable. The thermal envelope includes the foundation or slab, roofing systems, walls, doors and windows.

Why do we need a new cold storage facility?

Existing inventory is often unable to support current needs and operations due to being less energy efficient and lacking qualities necessary for third-party logistics providers (3PLs). The need for newly developed or renovated cold storage facilities is here to stay.