The term “cold storage” is often used loosely in reference to climate controlled warehouses. This can make things slightly confusing for companies looking for a facility that can cater to their specific temperature requirements.
Are you in need of some cold storage clarity? Here’s a handy guide to temperature breakdowns in climate controlled warehouses.
As Defined in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP)
Freezer: To qualify as freezer storage by USP standards, temperatures in a storage unit must fall within the -4°F to 14°F range, though most frozen foods (such as fruits, vegetables, fish, and meat) should be kept at temperatures below 0°F in order to maintain their integrity. Minnesota
Freezer Warehouse Company (MFWC) has freezer storage capabilities at both our Albert Lea and Austin facilities.
Cold: Cold storage (which may also be referred to as cooler storage or refrigerated storage) temperatures, according to the USP, must not exceed 46°F. There are many products that need to be kept within a temperature range that falls into this category; a few examples include:
- Fresh produce (36°F to 39°F)
- Dairy products (36°F to 39°F)
- Individual meat cuts (36°F to 39°F)
- Fresh seafood (30°F to 34°F)
Cool: The USP defines storage conditions falling between 46°F and 59°F as “cool.” Most dry goods need to be kept within this temperature range. MFWC has 40,000 square feet of ambient dry storage capacity at our Albert Lea facility.
If you want to partner with a climate controlled warehouse in Minnesota, look no further than MFWC. We will keep your frozen, refrigerated, or dry goods fresh and safe in our climate controlled storage units. To learn more, contact us at (507) 373-1477 or send an email to info@mwfc-cold.com. We look forward to assisting with all of your cold storage needs.