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US Cold Storage
Minooka, Illinois
Industry
Cold Storage
Scope
- 115,500 sf of -20ºF ASRS freezer (100’ Tall)
- 38,000 sf of -20ºF fully automated mezzanine area
- 430,200 sf -20ºF/35ºF convertible rooms (35’ clear height)
- 1,700 sf -30ºF blast freezers
- 114,900 sf 35ºF truck dock
- 7,600 sf 35ºF rail dock
- 42,100 sf office/support space
- 81,000 pallet positions
- 34 acres of site development
United Insulated Structures managed the comprehensive design, engineering, site development, and construction of a multi-phased 750,000 square foot freezer distribution warehouse, one of the largest facilities in the nation for United States Cold Storage. This ambitious project, executed over 24 years and spanning six phases, showcases our commitment to innovation and excellence.
Key Features:
- Fully-Automated Facility: This is USCS’s second fully-automated facility, featuring advanced technological integrations.
- 180,000 sf ASRS Freezer: The Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS) freezer stands as a centerpiece of the facility.
- Phase 6 Enhancements: Added 26,000 new pallet positions to the existing 55,000, central ammonia refrigeration systems, and an advanced ASRS.
Phase 6 Details:
- ASRS Freezer Specifications:
- Clear Height: 100 feet.
- Multi-Level Automation: Designed for efficient layer and case picking operations.
- In-Rack Sprinklers: Integrated for enhanced fire safety.
- 13 Cranes: Supporting the automated system.
- Complete Conveyor System: Ensuring seamless inbound and outbound logistics.
Throughout each phase, we ensured the integration of state-of-the-art technologies and robust infrastructure, reinforcing the facility’s status as a benchmark in the industry.
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