For those who need a cold storage solution for perishable items that’s flexible, convenient, and cost-effective, renting a walk-in refrigerated shipping container offers an affordable alternative to buying.
While personal preferences concerning interior temperature levels can vary widely, there's one area where temperatures need to remain fixed — consistently and reliably. When you're storing perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, or temperature-sensitive materials, even a slight fluctuation can lead to spoilage or loss.
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say this doesn't mean you'll need to invest heavily in purchasing a commercial walk-in unit. They say renting a modern, temperature controlled refrigerated shipping container offers a fast, flexible cold storage solution available when and where you need it.Walk-in refrigerated shipping containers are designed for reliability, mobility, and efficiency. These cost-effective walk-in wonders of commercial utility offer a flexible cold storage solution for a wide range of industries. You're guaranteed secure, temperature-controlled storage for food, pharmaceuticals, flowers, and any other type of perishable when you rent instead of buy. Containers are generally available for short- or long-term use and often include fast delivery for on-demand solutions to your ground-level cold storage needs.
Whether you're running a restaurant, managing a busy event, or shipping temperature-sensitive fruits, produce, or pharmaceuticals, reliable refrigeration is critical. So why not get the benefits of reliable refrigeration without any long-term commitments?
Is your business seasonal? Rent a container for as long as you need and then have it picked it up when you're done - no fuss, no frustrations, no futzing around.
Scale up, scale down, or maintain a steady inventory. Whatever your capacity needs, you're avoiding pricey, permanent infrastructure by choosing to rent instead of buy. (The manager of your business's cash flow will thank you.)
Today's refrigerated shipping containers are engineered to maintain internal temperatures ranging from -20°F to +70°F. Containers with ultra-low freezing capabilities down to -40°F are also available. Most units feature a commercial-grade refrigeration system for dependable performances in a variety of conditions.
Twenty-foot units generally operate on 460V WYE 3-phase power at 25 amps; however, companies like Conexwest also offer optional step-up WYE transformers if your location is only equipped with 230V power. Other features can include:
Many companies offer online rentals, where all you need to do is select your required unit quantity, your delivery date, and then complete the transaction with payment. Ground-level setup of your unit most likely will not require a forklift, making it easy to integrate your rental into existing operations in just about any environment.
In addition to refrigerated storage, today's shipping containercan be adapted for use as ground-level offices, HAZMAT storage, and emergency shelters. Companies like Disney, Red Bull, Walmart, and Whole Foods have come to rely on these solutions, as has Starbucks, which built the first drive thru and walk-up store made from four refurbished shipping containers.