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Cold storage rooms play a crucial role in industries like food processing, pharmaceuticals, logistics, and chemicals. Their design and construction quality directly affect a company’s operational efficiency and profitability.
If you’re planning to build a 200m³ cold storage room, understanding the right budget range — and what you’ll get for it — is essential before starting your project.
1. Cold Room Types and Cost Differences
Cold rooms come in various types depending on the products being stored:
- Cold Storage for Fresh Produce (0°C ~ +15°C) – Ideal for fruits, vegetables, beverages, and dairy products.
- Freezer Room (-18°C and below) – Used for meat, seafood, and long-term frozen storage.
- Modified Atmosphere (MA) or Blast Freezer Rooms – Designed for premium applications with strict control of gas composition and humidity.
Since each system has different equipment and insulation requirements, the same 200m³ cold room can vary greatly in cost depending on its temperature range and purpose.
2. Estimated Cost of a 200m³ Cold Storage Room
| type of Cold Room | Temperature Range | Estimated Cost (USD) | Typical Storage Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Storage Room (Chiller) | 0°C to +15°C | $13,000 – $15,500 | 35–40 tons of fruits or vegetables |
| Freezer Room | -18°C and below | $18,000 – $20,500 | 25–30 tons of frozen meat or seafood |
| Blast Freezer / MA Cold Room | -35°C or with gas control | $35,000+ | 20–25 tons of frozen or high-value products |
💡 Note: Prices may vary based on the brand of compressor, insulation thickness, site location, and installation labor.
3. Design Overview
A standard 200m³ cold room has an average floor area of about 70–80m² (750–860 sq ft) with a height of 2.8–3 meters, which can store 25–40 tons of goods depending on the product type and packaging density.
Typical specifications include:
- Insulation Panels: 100–120mm polyurethane (PU) sandwich panels for thermal efficiency
- Cooling System: Air-cooled compressor unit (Bitzer, Copeland, or Emerson brands)
- Evaporator: Aluminum-finned air cooler for uniform cooling
- Controls: Digital temperature & humidity controller, automatic defrost, and alarm functions
4. Power Consumption and Operation
A 200m³ cold room generally consumes around 40–55 kWh of electricity per day depending on ambient temperature and loading frequency.
Choosing energy-efficient systems (e.g., inverter compressors and LED lighting) can reduce power costs by 15–25% annually, helping you achieve faster ROI.
5. What Our Clients Achieve
Our recent client in Southeast Asia built a 200m³ dual-temperature cold room for seafood and fruits.
- Project duration: 25 days from design to delivery
- Investment: Approx. $20,000 USD
- Storage capacity: 32 tons of mixed seafood & fruit products
- Power saving: 22% lower operating cost after 3 months of use
The project helped the client expand storage capability and reduce product loss by over 30%.