ARCOLD, a division of ARCO Design/Build (ARCOLD) that specializes in refrigerated facilities and cold storage, recently broke ground on a new cold storage distribution center for G&C Foods in Alachua, Florida.

The facility spans approximately 254,000 square feet and incorporates the latest advancements in cold storage design and construction. Located on 70 acres, the facility offers flexibility and scalability to accommodate G&C's future growth trajectory. The project is slated for completion in February.

"We're honored to have been chosen as G&C's design-build partner for this impactful project," said Josh Cronan, vice president of ARCOLD. "Leveraging our integrated design-build approach and proven construction experience with large scale complex cold storage projects, we're excited to deliver a facility that supports their immediate and future needs for distribution and growth."

Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, G&C Foods has emerged as a frontrunner in the food distribution sector, renowned for its unwavering commitment to excellence. With a focus on meeting clients' diverse needs, G&C has garnered widespread recognition for its innovative distribution system, expert product purchasing team, and unparalleled client service. Recently, G&C has expanded its reach across the United States and recently ventured into international markets, including Central and Latin America, the Caribbean, the European Union, and the Middle East. G&C's expansion into central Florida is a strategic move aimed at tapping into the growth potential of the southeastern United States, enhancing the company's operations as well as its industry footprint.

"I'm extremely proud of our company becoming an integral part of the Alachua community. Our success today is built upon my family's legacy of over 174 years in the food industry and unwavering faith," said Dwight "Kip" Palmer, CEO of G&C Foods. "We look forward to G&C's commitment to community impacting Alachua and central Florida."

About ARCOLD
ARCOLD is a division of ARCO Design/Build, specializing in cold storage construction. With deep-rooted expertise in refrigerated facilities, ARCOLD provides integrated architecture, engineering, and concrete solutions that ensure a smooth transition from design to construction. The blend of nationwide experience, centralized oversight, and the value of design-build such as early risk transfer and guaranteed pricing, positions ARCOLD as the go-to partner for businesses emphasizing precision and trust in constructing cold storage facilities.