A Loading Dock facility from CRS can dramatically improve the efficiency of your cold-chain logistics.
CRS design, build, install and maintain customer temperature-controlled Loading Dock facilities to be adjoined to existing warehousing or set up at a new location as a Satellite Depot.
A CRS Loading Dock facility can lead to a significant reduction in transportation costs and miles travelled.
Our cold storage experts can devise a Loading Dock solution enabling efficient cross-docking between transportation as a Satellite Depot or when loading/unloading when adjoined to a warehouse. Loading Docks allows for the transfer of goods while maintaining critical temperatures, ensuring that quality is maintained throughout the cold chain.
Our services include:
CRS design, build, install and maintain bespoke Loading Dock facilities for customers Nationwide.
Each installation has different requirements, so, therefore, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Our cold storage experts are initially instructed to survey the site before putting together a design that meets the requirements outlined by the client.
CRS can project manage even the most substantial Loading Dock specification demands. As a testament to our capability, we recently installed fifty 40ft temperature-controlled containers with additional humidity control equipment, remote temperature monitoring, and alarm systems configured to send regular updates to the client.
“The whole process was seamless. There were no surprises. CRS Cold Storage delivered on exactly what they said they would. We had numerous meetings prior to the build so everyone involved knew what to expect.”
Hugh Hennessey,
Primeline Logistics
In this instance, CRS partnered with a leading logistics company to ensure the most appropriate solution for the client. We are always open to working with logistics operators to provide temperature-controlled storage expertise.
What is Cross-Docking
Cross-docking refers to the process of unloading cargo from one mode of transportation and loading it into another, offering swift distribution to a customer. The process is undertaken on-demand, reducing the requirement for additional storage and handling time. CRS offers temperature-controlled Cross-Docking to ensure that set temperatures are maintained throughout the process. This way, temperature-sensitive goods remain frozen or chilled and are delivered to the customer in the best possible condition.
Cross Docking Examples
Loading Docks that offer Cross-docking practices can be found at Regional Distribution Centres, Ports and Airports, offering a network of strategically placed locations to enable goods to reach destinations nationwide easily. The process reduces transportation and warehousing costs and provides increased efficiency for the supplier and customer. Additionally, it allows businesses an increased ability to adhere to drivers' Working Time Directives while keeping the chain moving.
CRS also offer Loading Docks that facilitate the practice of Cross-Docking, which can be integrated with existing warehousing. Our experienced designers can configure various options to enable cross-docking at warehouses nationwide, enabling the safe transfer of temperature-sensitive goods ready for transport.
"Our first unit was ordered, delivered, installed and working within 48 hours...we decided to upgrade to a permanent 40’ unit after 12 months as reliability, flexibility and value for money were more appealing than buying a static freezer. We were very happy with the equipment provided and with the service provided by CRS."
"We have been dealing with CRS for the last 10 months and found their super sized Mega Cold Store to be very good, and an ideal solution for us. We are delighted with their service backup and this has been a great asset to our business."
“We have been dealing with CRS for the last 10 years & in that time have experienced no problems with their equipment, back up or service. They appear to be very professional in the area of refrigeration & we would have no hesitation in using CRS again in the future..."
"I would like to thank both you, CRS and the two fitters who came to site to install our units. John & Greg are both very knowledgeable and pleasant individuals and are a credit to your company. I would not hesitate to use CRS and these two guys again in the future."
David Ellis, A.M Seafoods
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