Cold Storage Warehouse Solutions
Built for the Cold. Designed for Performance.
Cold storage facilities demand specialized expertise. MTLI delivers cold storage warehouse solutions engineered for freezer, cooler, and controlled-atmosphere environments, including refrigerated AS/RS systems and high-density mobile racking with crews experienced in extreme conditions.
We Understand Your Pain Points
Extreme Conditions
Working at -20°F requires specialized crews, equipment, and procedures.
Energy Costs
Refrigeration is expensive. Infrastructure must minimize thermal loss.
Equipment Performance
Standard automation fails in freezers. Everything must be cold-rated.
Worker Safety
Limited exposure times and strict safety protocols for cold environments.
How MTLI Solves These Challenges
Cold Storage Construction
Facilities purpose-built for frozen and refrigerated environments.
- Freezer construction
- Insulated panel systems
- Thermal barrier design
- Energy-efficient systems
- Multi-temp facilities
Cold-Rated Racking
Storage systems engineered for extreme temperatures, including high-density mobile racking for cold environments.
- Freezer pallet racking
- Cold storage shelving
- Mobile racking (cold-rated)
- Drive-in freezer systems
- Shuttle systems
Cold Chain Automation
Automation that performs in extreme cold, including refrigerated AS/RS systems built for freezer environments.
- Freezer ASRS
- Cold-rated conveyors
- Shuttle systems
- Freezer-rated AMRs
- Dock management
Cold Storage Expertise
MTLI Group brings deep expertise in cold storage infrastructure across Canada, including refrigerated AS/RS systems and high-density mobile racking. We understand your unique challenges, compliance requirements, and operational demands.
- Freezer-experienced crews
- Cold-rated equipment installation
- Thermal barrier expertise
- Energy-efficient design
- USDA/FDA compliance
- Cold chain integration
Ready to Get Started?
Contact our cold storage specialists to discuss your project requirements.
Signs Your Facility Needs Cold Storage Warehouse Solutions
Canadian cold storage operators usually reach out once these signals show up on the floor:
- Standard automation keeps failing in freezer or cooler zones
- Energy costs climb faster than throughput
- Manual putaway and picking increase worker cold exposure time
- Thermal barriers show wear or condensation buildup
- Peak season volume exceeds current freezer or cooler capacity
If several of these sound familiar, moving toward an automated distribution center approach is worth evaluating for your cold storage operation.
High-Density Mobile Racking for Cold Storage
High-density mobile racking increases pallet positions per square foot in freezer and cooler space, where every square foot carries a higher energy cost.
- Mobile carriages that eliminate fixed aisles
- Cold-rated drive motors and controls
- Compatible with freezer ASRS and shuttle systems
- Reduces refrigerated footprint needed for the same storage capacity
Refrigerated AS/RS Systems We Deploy
MTLI installs automation rated for sustained cold exposure, not general-purpose equipment adapted after the fact.
Freezer AS/RS Systems
Automated storage and retrieval systems are engineered to operate reliably in freezer environments, maximizing storage capacity while maintaining consistent performance in sub-zero temperatures.
Cold-Rated Conveyor Systems
Conveyor systems are built to withstand condensation, frost, and temperature fluctuations, ensuring efficient product movement throughout refrigerated and frozen facilities.
Freezer-Rated AMRs
Autonomous mobile robots with cold-rated batteries and components transport pallets and materials safely and efficiently in freezer and cooler environments.
Automated Shuttle Systems
High-speed shuttle systems streamline pallet storage and retrieval in cold storage facilities, reducing manual handling while improving throughput and worker safety.
Refrigerated Automation Solutions
MTLI deploys refrigerated AS/RS systems and cold-rated automation specifically designed for Canadian cold storage operations, delivering dependable performance in demanding temperature-controlled environments.
How Our Cold Storage Warehouse Solutions Come Together
Every cold storage project follows the same four-step process, from the first facility walkthrough to year-round support.
Assess
We walk the facility, review energy use, and map thermal barriers and freezer zones.
Design
Our team lays out construction, cold-rated racking, and automation sized to your temperature zones and throughput, built to Canadian building code.
Install
Freezer-experienced crews install cold-rated equipment within limited exposure windows.
Support
Ongoing maintenance keeps freezer-rated equipment running at design performance year-round.
Cold Storage Warehouse Solutions Across Canada
MTLI supports cold storage operators in every major market, adapting construction, racking, and automation to regional labour, real estate, and climate conditions.
- Ontario - the country's largest cold storage and food distribution hub
- Alberta - meat processing and agri-food cold chain facilities
- British Columbia - port-adjacent cold storage for import and export freight
- Quebec - bilingual project delivery for cold storage operators
- Manitoba & Saskatchewan - agricultural and food processing cold storage
- Atlantic Canada - seafood and agri-food cold storage across New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador
- Northern Canada - cold storage infrastructure for the Yukon, Northwest Territories, and Nunavut
Beyond Canada, MTLI also supports cold storage operators throughout the United States, as operational requirements arise.
Wherever your facility is located, the same team manages construction, cold-rated racking, and refrigerated AS/RS systems as one coordinated project.
Frozen Food Processor, 80-Foot High-Bay Freezer
The Challenge
A frozen food processor needed to maximize storage density in a -20°F freezer while minimizing worker exposure to cold.
The Solution
MTLI installed an 80-foot unit-load ASRS with 25,000 pallet positions, eliminating the need for workers to enter the freezer for putaway and retrieval.
Results
- 25,000 pallet positions
- Zero freezer labor
- 30% energy reduction
- 2,000 pallets/day throughput
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Common Questions, Answered
How do refrigerated AS/RS systems benefit cold storage facilities?
Refrigerated AS/RS systems maximize storage density, reduce manual handling, improve inventory accuracy, and maintain reliable performance in freezer and cooler environments while lowering labour costs and enhancing operational efficiency.
What does MTLI do for cold storage facilities?
Everything between the walls: racking, automation, construction, electrical, installation, relocation, and lifecycle maintenance, delivered as one accountable team. Projects range from under $100K upgrades to $100M+ turnkey programs.
Can you work inside a live cold storage operation?
Yes, that is where we do most of our work. Phased sequencing, off-shift crews, and strict containment keep your operation running, and our record includes a 1,000,000+ sq ft healthcare transition completed with zero disruption.
What is high-density mobile racking?
High-density mobile racking is storage that moves on carriages to eliminate fixed aisles, fitting more pallet positions into the same refrigerated footprint and reducing the space that needs to be cooled.
Do you understand the compliance side of cold storage?
Codes, permits, engineered drawings, and safety standards are handled by MTLI for every project, with certified supervisors on site daily and documentation maintained as we build.
How do we start?
Every cold storage project begins with understanding your temperature-controlled environment, storage capacity goals, and operational challenges. Our specialists will recommend a tailored solution designed for long-term performance and efficiency. Visit our Contact page, call 416-293-2176, or email sales@mtli.ca to schedule a consultation with our logistics infrastructure team.
Ready to Transform Your Cold Storage Operations?
Contact MTLI Group to discuss your project requirements and get a customized solution.