China cold storage solution provider
When planning a large cold storage facility for fresh produce, most suppliers ask the wrong question: “What’s the price per square meter?”
Here’s a realistic breakdown of what a 2,000 m² (≈21,500 sq ft) fruit and vegetable cold room actually costs—and delivers—in today’s market.
📏 How Much Can You Really Store?
A 2,000 m² footprint with 5-meter height gives you ～10,000 m³ of usable volume—but actual capacity depends on layout:
| Storage Type | Typical Use | Pallet Capacity | Equivalent Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilled (0–5°C) – leafy greens, berries, carrots | High-density racking | 1,800 – 2,200 pallets | 1,400 – 1,700 metric tons |
| Multi-zone (0°C + 12°C) – mixed produce (e.g., bananas + lettuce) | 3 separate rooms | 1,500 – 1,800 pallets | 1,200 – 1,500 tons |
💡 Most clients divide the space into 3 temperature zones:
- 0–2°C for greens & berries
- 4–6°C for root vegetables
- 12–14°C for tropical fruits (e.g., bananas, mangoes)
This flexibility maximizes utilization across seasons and crops.
💰 Turnkey Investment (USD)
All systems include:
- 100mm PU insulated panels (B1 fire-rated, aluminum cladding)
- Parallel compressor rack (3-compressor system, 100–140 kW total)
- DL/DD series ceiling-mounted evaporators with EC fans
- Digital control panel with remote monitoring & alarm
| Configuration | Total Cost (USD) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Single-zone (4°C only) | 340,000 | Uniform crop storage (e.g., potatoes, onions) |
| Three-zone (0°C / 4°C / 12°C) | 420,000 | Mixed produce exporters, distribution hubs |
✅ Turnkey includes: design, panels, refrigeration, electrical, installation, commissioning, and training
❌ Excludes: land, concrete slab, utility connections, civil works
Systems are engineered for high ambient temperatures (up to 45°C) and monsoon humidity
🌍 Real Projects – Middle East
Dammam, Saudi Arabia – Fresh Produce Importer
- Need: Store 1,600 tons of mixed vegetables for GCC supermarkets
- Solution: 2,000 m², 3-zone cold room (0°C / 4°C / 12°C)
- Cost: $ 405,000 – Result: Reduced spoilage from 18% → 5%; secured contract with major retail chain
📩 Get Your Custom Quote Today
Tell us:
✅ Primary crops (e.g., leafy greens, bananas, tomatoes?)
✅ Target market (local, GCC, EU, China?)
✅ Power availability (grid only? generator backup?)
We’ll send you:
- Recommended layout (zones + pallet capacity)
- Turnkey cost in USD
- Estimated energy consumption
- Compliance roadmap for your region