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Once the unit is installed and configured by our team you can begin using it. Dependent on the size of your unit, you will need to think very carefully about how you are going to get the most from your new investment.
Our team of professionals will be happy to advise you on any questions and queries you may have when your cold storage unit arrives.
Cold storage units can be a great addition to large and small businesses as they can easily be adapted to suit industry needs and requirements. CRS cold storage solutions are very flexible and are a great investment for short or long-term usage.
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In the case of an emergency, we offer a 24-hour call out service. So, in the unlikely event that there is a cold storage breakdown, our team of service engineers will respond to your call as quickly and efficiently as possible. In addition, all new equipment has a one year warranty, so you and your industry are supported if you are in the need of a quick replacement.
Our aim is to help you maintain efficiency, productivity within your business and minimise any costs.
The larger the refrigeration unit, the more difficult it may be for you to unload and first begin to load your quantities of stock. Therefore, ensuring you have the correct equipment, such as loading pallets and a forklift which will assist in moving stock and transporting it when necessary, is important.
CRS recommend the following practices for container loading and efficient use.
This is where the unit is loaded to capacity, meaning there is no access for picking. This is normally the procedure for long-term cold storage and transportation.
Pallets are arranged so a member of staff can easily access each pallet within the cold store and pick goods as they are required. This is the most often chosen method within the catering industry.
Using the pallet pick method, pallets are arranged along the length of the unit allowing ample access for a forklift truck or trolley jack to enter and remove whole pallets in one go. You can find the method put into practice in the retail industries.
Prior planning is essential to minimise any long-term costs that can occur. Every business and industry are unique in what they require to maintain cold storage long-term within their premises.
As a result, the storage facility needs to be placed in an area which will support further growth of your industry and allows an opportunity for expansion of storage if required. Further to this, considering how engineers will be able to access the storage is also important.
Avoid Cross-contamination
It is imperative that cooked and raw products are never stocked near or on top of each other whilst in storage. Even with adequate packaging, the risk of cross-contamination is still there and this should be avoided at all costs.
Think about Stock Rotation
When storing and unpacking produce, it is imperative that ‘best before’ labels are clearly displayed and that a good stock rotation procedure is followed. This minimises wastage and ensures that produce with the shortest shelf life is dealt with first.
Avoid Pallet Stacking
Regardless of the product, all produce should be stacked in a way that allows adequate circulation of cold air – double stacking should be avoided at all costs. Failure to do this will result in a longer freezing or cooling time and can speed up the growth of bacteria. Tightly packed goods can also reduce the shelf life of foodstuffs, leading to a loss of profit.
When handling and shipping cold storage produce, there are some best practices that you and your team can follow to ensure your produce is as safe and bacteria free as possible.
How you store your products will be dependent on the type and size of the product (chilled, frozen, meat, fresh produce) and if products are going to be stored long-term or as high rotation products. Ensuring you have considered where they will be placed in the cold store is crucial for efficient usage and optimising the space on offer.
Products which will be constantly accessed and re-stocked as they are sold will need to be stored in easily accessible locations and can be easily monitored in the case of temperature changes.
Depending on your industry there will be certain regulations for storage, especially for food goods. Alongside pallet storage, shelving and racking systems are a great way to expand the potential of your Cold Store, storing food vertically and freeing up valuable floor space.
It’s vital to ensure that your chosen storage unit will allow you to safely adhere to health and safety regulations and ensure the safety of your team members.
All of our refrigeration units are equipped with the top of the range, high-quality technology, allowing your team members to work safely.
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