Freezing is one of the most reliable methods for preserving food, extending its shelf life while maintaining quality and safety. For businesses in the food industry, following proper freezing guidelines is essential to ensure food remains fresh, safe, and suitable for consumption. At Interstate Cold Storage, we specialize in providing state-of-the-art freezing and storage solutions for a wide range of food products. Here are some essential freezing guidelines to help optimize your food preservation process.
(more…)For over 50 years, Interstate Cold Storage has been a leader in refrigerated warehousing, shipping, and distribution. Our family-owned and operated company has built a strong reputation for delivering cost-effective and reliable cold storage solutions. With a network of strategically located facilities across the Midwest, we ensure that our services are accessible and efficient, meeting the needs of a diverse range of industries.
(more…)Whether you're in the food industry, pharmaceuticals, or any sector dealing with perishable items, understanding the importance of cold storage solutions can significantly impact your supply chain efficiency. This guide will help you navigate the options and choose the right cold storage warehouse for your needs.
(more…)Frozen foods are an important staple in modern diets due to their convenience, long shelf life, and nutritional value. Quick freezing solutions preserve nutrients and quality, reducing waste by allowing foods to be harvested in-season and consumed at peak freshness, year-round. Cold storage facilities maintain the temperature of these frozen foods, playing a critical role in maintaining the quality and safety of these foods from harvest to the dining table.
(more…)Efficient cold storage management is the key to maintaining the quality and safety of perishable goods, conserving energy, minimizing waste, maximizing profit, and ensuring timely deliveries. Predicting and understanding lead times is an important part of this process. But what are lead times? Why do they matter? And how can they affect cold storage management?
(more…)Interstate Cold Storage (ICS) stands at the forefront of temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics services. Our state-of-the-art facility in Columbus, Ohio, embodies our commitment to excellence, offering comprehensive storage and distribution solutions tailored to a variety of cold storage industries.
(more…)Are you in search of comprehensive cold storage solutions that meet your specific needs? Interstate Cold Storage has an efficient way to start your journey with our "Request A Quote" option available on our website. This feature offers a seamless experience for businesses looking to understand and evaluate the services and costs associated with cold storage solutions.
(more…)When it comes to cold storage warehouse operations, there are two important things that have the biggest effect on your profit potential — how much product you have on hand and how quickly you can package and ship it.
(more…)In the intricate dance of the supply chain, one key element plays a pivotal role: cold storage. Choosing the right cold storage warehouse is a decision that can significantly impact the integrity of your products and the efficiency of your operations. In this guide, we explore the essential factors to consider when selecting the ideal cold storage partner.
(more…)The global cold chain makes sure that any foods that you want to export from the US to countries around the world remain fresh. It also ensures that US consumers have access to foods farmed abroad. If the global cold chain didn't exist, these foods would only last a fraction of the time. Here are some guidelines from FoodSafety.gov, a government website committed to making sure that people are consuming the safest foods possible:
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