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A saccharification cold storage is a specialized type of cold room designed to maintain and stabilize saccharified products — such as semi-finished fermented foods, malt, and other biological materials — within a precise temperature and humidity range.
This kind of cold storage combines the functions of refrigeration and saccharification, ensuring an ideal environment for fermentation, sugar conversion, and product preservation.
Temperature & Humidity Control
The temperature inside a saccharification cold room is typically kept between –5°C and +5°C, depending on the product requirements.
Humidity levels are also carefully controlled to prevent excessive drying or moisture buildup that could affect quality or cause microbial contamination.
Some systems are equipped with saccharification tanks, sensors, and process monitoring systems for real-time control of the sugar conversion process.
Main Applications
1.Brewery & Alcohol Production – Used for storing saccharified malt during beer or whisky production.
2.Candied & Glazed Fruits – Maintains stable temperature and humidity to preserve sugar-treated fruits such as lemon, cherry, or strawberry.
3.Food Processing – For traditional sweets or food ingredients requiring controlled saccharification conditions.
4.Pharmaceutical & Biotech Industry – Used for sugar-containing semi-finished materials or sensitive raw ingredients.
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Saccharification Cold Storage?
The cost depends on the size, cooling capacity, and equipment configuration of the cold room.
| Size | Typical Use | Estimated Cost (USD) | Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50–100 m² | Small-scale lab or pilot production | $5,000 – $13,000 | Compact, energy-efficient, single temperature zone |
| 500 m² | Medium-sized food or beverage factory | $50,000 – $80,000 | Multi-zone control, automated monitoring system |
| 1000 m² | Industrial or pharmaceutical application | $100,000 – $180,000 | Full automation, high-performance compressors, PLC control |
These figures include insulation panels, refrigeration units, doors, electrical system, and installation.
Construction and commissioning usually take 35–50 days, depending on project scale and site conditions.
Storage Capacity
A 100 m² saccharification cold room (with 4 m height) provides about 400 m³ of storage volume,
capable of storing approximately 120–150 tons of saccharified materials such as malt or candied fruit.
Investment Return Example
Project Scale: 100 m² (≈400 m³) saccharification cold storage
Construction Cost: ≈ USD 12,000
Daily Power Consumption: ≈ 80–100 kWh
Annual Electricity Cost: ≈ USD 4,500
Storage Capacity: ≈ 130 tons of product
ROI Period: ≈ 18–24 months, depending on product turnover and usage frequency
By using Haocool’s optimized refrigeration system, clients can reduce energy consumption by up to 25% while maintaining a stable saccharification process for high-value food and pharmaceutical products.