How Ulti Group’s HCR Door Transformed CoolPak Coolstores: Efficiency & Safety Boost!
THE CHALLENGE
CoolPak Coolstores faced frequent icing, long defrost cycles, and unsafe working conditions in their staging room, resulting in operational inefficiencies and product handling concerns.
THE SOLUTION
Ulti Group installed a high-performance HCR door that eliminated icing issues, reduced defrost cycles, and ensured safer, more efficient forklift operation for employees.
THE RESULT
The new door allowed CoolPak to maintain consistent temperatures, enhance productivity, and reduce power consumption, significantly improving their overall operational environment.
At CoolPak Coolstores, managing freezer space is critical, especially when it involves storing temperature-sensitive products for export. They have strict requirements to keep their freezers at or below -25°C to maintain the quality of their products. Prior to contacting us, they were experiencing significant operational challenges in their staging room—a high-traffic area where products were prepped for transport. Frequent ice buildup was creating safety risks for forklift operators and resulting in extended defrost cycles that wasted energy and compromised temperature consistency.
Their staging room had become a point of concern. Ice formed regularly, especially around the freezer strips, which became cumbersome to navigate for their team. The constant need for defrost cycles, sometimes occurring every four hours, was inefficient. The condensation would often refreeze, causing even more issues, including turning into snow, which made the room unsafe and difficult to manage. Not only did this delay operations, but it also jeopardized the quality of their products by introducing the risk of product damage due to temperature fluctuations.
We proposed installing our HCR door, a solution designed to provide better thermal control, reduce ice buildup, and improve overall safety in freezer environments. The installation process was a seamless operation. Despite the limited window we were given to work within their busy schedule, our team managed the project efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to their operations.
Since the installation, the impact has been immediate and noticeable. Ice buildup has been eliminated, and the defrost cycles have been drastically reduced. The room now maintains a consistent temperature, and employees have reported feeling more confident operating forklifts within the area. The cumbersome freezer strips that used to freeze together, creating barriers for movement, no longer pose an issue. Employees can now navigate the area with ease, reducing the risk of accidents and improving overall workflow.
Power usage has also seen significant improvements. The energy consumption of their cooling systems has decreased by up to 25%, thanks to the reduced need for defrosting and the improved thermal efficiency provided by the HCR door. This reduction in power consumption not only helps CoolPak’s bottom line but also contributes to their commitment to sustainability.
Moreover, the improvements have extended beyond just energy savings and safety. The consistent environment in the staging room has optimized the quality of their product handling, ensuring that products remain in prime condition for export. There is no longer the risk of audits being compromised due to ice buildup, and the room’s newfound efficiency has increased their capacity to store products before they are dispatched.
Overall, the installation of the HCR door has transformed CoolPak Coolstores’ operations in the staging room. What was once a problematic space has now become a model of efficiency and safety, directly contributing to their goals of improving processes, systems, and product quality. The door has not only improved internal operations but also positively impacted their external audits, providing peace of mind that their products are always handled in optimal conditions.
At Ulti Group, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions tailored to our clients’ unique needs. If your facility is facing similar challenges, we’re ready to help transform your operational spaces into efficient, safe, and energy-saving environments.
