RL Cold

The facility features fully convertible freezer rooms operating from -10°F to 35°F, a QFM blast freezer for protein products, an ammonia/CO₂ cascade refrigeration system, and very narrow aisle (VNA) racking designed to maximize storage density. The VNA configuration required specialized FMIN 85 floors and in-rack fire suppression systems to support safe, efficient warehouse operations.

To improve productivity and reduce labor requirements, Primus incorporated an automated material handling solution featuring automated slatting and de-slatting, conveyor systems, and automatic stretch wrapping. The automated de-slatting system can process up to 20 pallets per hour, approximately three times the rate of a manual operation, while automated stretch wrapping further improves throughput and consistency.

A major project focus was sustainability. The facility achieved LEED Gold certification and incorporates a 1-megawatt rooftop solar array capable of producing approximately 1.5 million kilowatt-hours of electricity annually, reducing operating costs and supporting long-term energy efficiency goals. Additional sustainability measures include a 50,000-gallon rainwater capture system that supplies condenser cooling water, electric vehicle charging stations, and the use of environmentally responsible building materials.

The project was recognized with the DBIA Southeast Gold Award for Vertical Construction Under $100 Million, highlighting its combination of automation, sustainability, and operational flexibility. Today, the facility serves as a model for next-generation cold storage development, balancing high-performance logistics infrastructure with long-term environmental stewardship.