How seafood distributors are gaining more pallet space in the same cold room
Every square metre of frozen storage counts.
As imported seafood volumes continue to grow, distributors are under increasing pressure to maximise storage capacity while maintaining product integrity and cold-chain compliance. For facilities operating at temperatures as low as -25°C, expanding warehouse space is often costly and impractical. The solution lies in optimising the storage space already available.
Recent Barpro cold storage projects demonstrate how the right racking solution can unlock valuable pallet positions without the need for facility expansion.
Mobile Racking: Maximising Existing Space
A rapidly growing seafood distributor required additional pallet capacity within an existing cold room. Rather than expanding the facility, Barpro implemented a mobile racking solution that eliminated multiple fixed aisles and created a single movable access aisle.
The result was a significant increase in storage density while maintaining safe and efficient access to stock. By maximising the existing warehouse footprint, the client was able to accommodate growing import volumes without increasing building size.
High-Density Storage with Refurbished Mobile Bases
A second seafood supplier required a cost-effective solution for high-volume frozen storage. Barpro combined drive-in racking with refurbished mobile bases to create a high-density storage system capable of substantially increasing pallet capacity while reducing capital expenditure.
The project demonstrated that professionally refurbished mobile bases can deliver the same operational benefits as new equipment while offering considerable cost savings.
Key Takeaways for Cold Storage Operators
- Increase pallet density without building expansion.
- Optimise existing warehouse footprint.
- Reduce storage costs per pallet position.
- Refurbished mobile bases provide a cost-effective alternative to new equipment.
- Proper planning and coordination remain critical for successful cold storage projects.
The Barpro Advantage
Whether through mobile racking, drive-in systems or refurbished storage solutions, Barpro helps seafood distributors maximise frozen storage capacity, improve operational efficiency and support future growth without unnecessary facility expansion.
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