cold storage construction

New Cold Storage Warehouse and Cargo Facility on Track for 2021 Opening at the Port of Mobile, Alabama

May 6, 2020

The Port of Mobile’s newest refrigerated cargo facility is on track for an early 2021 opening at one of the nation’s fastest growing container ports. The facility is located outside the gates of the seaport’s container terminal operated by APM Terminals and has immediate access to I-10. The distribution center will be one of the largest of its kind in the Southeast. Its proximity to the container terminal and max loading capabilities will not only add value but help customers reduce their carbon footprint by limiting the number of trucks on the road.

Jones Dairy Renovates and Expands former McCain Foods Plant

Jamison Cold Storage, ESI Group USA and Delta T Construction contribute to the project.

February 17, 2020

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In order to increase production capabilities, Jones Dairy Farm underwent an expansion and renovation of the former McCain Foods Inc. plant. This included a 68,183 sq-ft. addition to the existing processing plant, resulting in a 306,263 sq-ft. total facility. The expansion consisted of a new process area, refrigerated truck dock, employee area mezzanine, and parking and site improvements.

The do’s and don’ts of cold storage

Designing a cold storage building envelope is a complex undertaking that requires special attention to detail and a collaborative design team experienced in cold storage best practices.

Jennifer Carr

November 8, 2019

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It’s important to understand how air travels, and how moisture and heat are transferred across a cold storage envelope.

Analysis: Demand surging for cold storage warehouses, but construction requirements pose challenges

The growth of online grocery sales has stoked demand for additional cold storage warehousing space in the United States.

October 1, 2019

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The growth of online grocery sales has stoked demand for additional cold storage warehousing space in the United States, but the cost and complexity of constructing cold storage facilities might make meeting that demand challenging, according to a new report from CBRE, Los Angeles.

CMC Design Vertical Dock Levelers at Refrigerated Dock

Cold Storage Construction Guide

How e-commerce dictates the future of cold storage construction

From the influx of e-commerce and direct-to-consumer to maintaining employees’ well-being and implementing more automated solutions, here’s how today’s cold storage construction providers are meeting grocery retailers’ and warehouse providers’ needs.

Marina Mayer

September 17, 2019

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Check out this in-depth editorial outlining trends and challenges impacting the cold storage construction industry.

IACSC changes name to Controlled Environment Building Association

CEBA’s mission is to represent the expert builders who specialize in the design and construction of controlled environment buildings.

November 15, 2018

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In an effort to better align with a changing industry and the expanding expertise of its members, the International Association for Cold Storage Construction (IACSC), a core partner of the Global Cold Chain Alliance (GCCA), Alexandria, Va., transitioned to a new name—the Controlled Environment Building Association (CEBA).

Graycor opens office in CA

The office provides a base of operations to support the company’s growing light commercial industrial portfolio.

November 13, 2018

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Graycor Construction Co., Oakbrook Terrace, Ill., opened the doors to a new office in Bakersfield, Calif., to serve existing and prospective clients throughout the San Joaquin Valley (SJV).

Rubb Building Systems Rubb Thermohall buildings

Climate-controlled building components

November 9, 2018

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Rubb Building Systems, Sanford, Maine, developed Rubb Thermohall buildings, which offer flexible insulation R-Values, making them ideal for climate-controlled storage warehousing and operations.

2-step roof assembly for cold storage facilities

September 19, 2018

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All Weather Insulated Panels (AWIP), Vacaville, Calif., introduced OneDek, a 2-step roof assembly system.

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How cold storage construction industry puts people first

This editorial outlines trends and challenges impacting the cold storage construction industry.

Marina Mayer

September 10, 2018

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From state-of-the-art breakrooms to nursing mothers’ areas to on-site fitness centers, today’s cold storage construction promotes employee well-being.

The California Construction Expo is the Golden State’s premier gathering for contractors, designers, construction professionals, suppliers and construction workers to learn directly from government agencies about the increasing opportunities associated with $150 billion in public work programs currently proposed or underway.