Located near I-69, our Fort Wayne facilities provide easy access to major highways that connect Indianapolis, Detroit, and other key Midwest markets. Their proximity to U.S. Route 30 can also help you get your products to Chicago and Columbus within 3 hours. The Fort Wayne warehouses would be a convenient choice for food processing companies in Decatur and Auburn, IN or regional food production companies in Van Wert, OH.
Our facility is ideally located:
We’re also 10 miles away from Fort Wayne International Airport and close to major food and pharmaceutical manufacturers operating in Fort Wayne and the surrounding areas.
All of our warehouses use RF scanning, real-time, EDI-compliant inventory management, and inbound/outbound freight tracking with web portal access so you can see exactly what you have in stock 24 hours a day, 7 days a week from anywhere in the world.
Your perishables are also protected around the clock with third-party monitoring for burglary, ammonia, fire, and temperature stability.
Two of the main industries our Fort Wayne warehouses serve are:
We operate two multi-room facilities in Fort Wayne—Fort Wayne East (Nelson Rd.) and Fort Wayne West (Lincoln Pkwy.). Standard programs include −15°F, 0°F, and 35°F. At Fort Wayne West, we can discuss other setpoints for larger programs (generally 1,500+ pallet positions). For help choosing the right setup, see our Services or contact us.
Yes. We currently have −15°F and 0°F space at our Lincoln Pkwy. facility and 0°F and 35°F space at our Nelson Rd. facility. For the latest availability, contact us.
Fort Wayne West (Lincoln Pkwy.): 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday.
Fort Wayne East (Nelson Rd.): 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., Monday–Friday.
Yes. Both facilities support dwell freezing (we lower product temperature over time while it’s racked in the room). Fort Wayne West (Lincoln Pkwy.) also offers quick-freezing in dedicated cells; timelines typically run ~36–72 hours depending on product density and packaging. Learn more about quick-freezing or contact us to schedule.
Once you complete our new-customer packet, we can usually open your account within three business days. To get started, contact us.
We don’t operate our own fleet or drivers. We coordinate with trusted third-party carriers who load and unload directly at our facilities. If you need a carrier recommendation, reach out.
We serve customers storing from a single full truckload up to 10,000+ pallets. Minimum monthly revenue applies and varies by service mix (storage, handling, value-adds). Share your needs on our Services page or contact us for a tailored proposal.
All locations run industrial ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems and modern controls designed for stability and efficiency.
For food safety and chain-of-cold integrity, we only load and receive in temperature-controlled reefers or box trucks with a dock-high deck. Personal vehicles and non-refrigerated vans aren’t permitted.
Yes. We maintain redundant temperature logging—digital sensors with third-party daily data capture plus manual probe checks recorded each day. Need records for an audit? Contact us.
Our Setterlin Drive facility in Columbus is GFSI-certified. We expect GFSI certification at Fort Wayne West (Lincoln Parkway) by late 2025 or early 2026. For documentation, please contact us.
Both. Interstate offers bulk storage for long‑term or high‑volume inventory and distribution‑style storage for higher‑velocity, pick‑and‑ship operations; many of our sites support a hybrid of the two so you can balance cost and service. This allows you to keep reserve inventory in bulk while staging active SKUs in distribution areas for faster turns.
First, estimate pallet positions: Pallet positions = total cases ÷ cases per pallet (or simply count pallets on hand and forecasted). To approximate cubic feet, multiply the pallet footprint (standard 40×48 in ≈ 13.3 ft²) by your average pallet height and the number of pallets.
Don't worry if this seems complicated, though: Interstate helps customers calculate needed space to right-size cold storage to your needs.
Stabilize product temperature before shipping, use sturdy pallets, stretch‑wrap for airflow and load stability, and label each pallet with SKU, lot, and expiration. Provide handling and storage specs (temperature, humidity, stack height), plus any allergen or inspection requirements.
Typically facilities have controlled access and visitor logs, fencing and CCTV, intrusion and fire alarms, and background‑checked staff. Inside the WMS, lot/serial tracking and role‑based permissions protect inventory; many sites also enforce seal verification and trailer security at the dock.
For a full breakdown of Interstate's extensive security measures, see here.
Yes! Interstate provides temporary and emergency capacity for planned projects or unexpected surges, subject to availability. Terms are flexible, and temperature ranges vary by site. Contact us today for details.
