Cold Storage 3PL Warehouse & Logistics Services
Contact UsKeeping temperature-sensitive products fresh requires more than just refrigeration — it requires a trusted cold storage 3PL warehouse partner with the infrastructure, certifications, and experience to protect your inventory from receipt to shipment. PL Cold is a third-party logistics (3PL) provider specializing in cold storage warehousing solutions for the food and beverage industry and beyond.
Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, our 300,000-square-foot cold storage warehouse facility is designed to meet the most demanding cold chain logistics requirements with operating temperatures adjustable down to 35°F — all backed by 30+ years of experience in cold storage logistics.
Cold Storage Warehouse Facility
Our state-of-the-art refrigerated warehouse features 225,000 square feet of cooler space and a 75,000-square-foot cold dock, giving us the capacity and flexibility to handle your cold storage fulfillment needs at scale.
Key facility highlights include:
- 300,000 sq ft of cold storage space with 38,000 pallet locations
- ALTA Expert Refrigeration System for precise temperature control
- USDA & FDA Approved facility
- SQF & Organic Certified for food-grade compliance
- Synthetic cooling air (not ammonia) for a safe storage environment
- 3-inch forklift safety curbs to protect racking systems and inventory
Why Choose Indianapolis for Cold Storage Logistics?
Indianapolis is one of the most strategically located cold storage hubs in the country. Situated at the crossroads of six major interstates, our refrigerated warehouse provides fast, cost-efficient access to markets across the Midwest and beyond:
This prime location allows PL Cold to reduce transit times and transportation costs for our cold storage customers — a critical advantage in cold chain logistics where speed and reliability directly impact product quality.
Cold Storage 3PL Services
Our cold storage 3PL warehouse services are built around flexibility, accuracy, and efficiency. Whether you need short-term cold storage or a fully managed cold chain solution, PL Cold has the capabilities to deliver.
Core cold storage warehousing services include:
- Transloading & Cross-Docking — Seamless freight consolidation and load transfers to minimize handling and transit time
- Pick & Pack — Picking by single case or full pallet to meet your distribution requirements
- Stretch Wrapping — Secure palletized product for protection during cold storage and transit
- Pallet Identification & Labeling — Accurate pallet marking and custom stamping
- Short-Term Cold Storage — Holding inventory for three days or less prior to shipment
- Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) — Radio frequency and WMS-integrated systems for real-time data accuracy
Industry-First 80-Foot Deep Loading Dock
Our 80-foot deep loading dock is one of the most efficient in the cold storage industry. Drivers can complete loading and unloading in under 30 minutes, reducing wait times and improving your supply chain throughput. Our dock's proximity to our dry storage facility also allows for combined cold and ambient pick-ups and drop-offs — a unique operational advantage for multi-temperature shippers.
Real-Time Cold Chain Visibility
PL Cold's 24-hour secure customer web portal puts you in control of your cold storage inventory at all times. Access key data including:
- Lot histories and traceability records
- Pending and shipped order status
- Live inventory reports
- HTML and CSV query report exports
Our customizable Warehouse Management System (WMS) allows you to track orders in real-time from receipt through shipment, set documentation preferences, and customize picking instructions — giving you full transparency across your cold chain.
Refrigerated Consolidation Program
PL Cold offers refrigerated transportation at 34°F through our partnership with Echo Global Logistics.
Our Refrigerated Consolidated Delivery Program helps customers reduce freight costs by combining shipments from multiple suppliers delivering to the same end users — all at below-conventional LTL rates.
How it works:
- Have product picked up at a separate location and consolidated with other cross-dock freight, or
- Maintain standing inventory at PL Cold — orders are picked, labeled, and loaded directly from our cold storage facility
Partner with PL Cold
Ready to partner with a trusted cold storage 3PL warehouse? Contact Ed Rodgers, VP of Business Development at (404) 668-2405 or erodgers@plcold.com to discuss your cold storage logistics needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cold Storage 3PL
What temperatures does your cold storage warehouse operate at?
Our cold storage facility operates at temperatures up to 35°F, adjustable to meet your specific product requirements.
Is your cold storage warehouse food-grade certified?
Yes. PL Cold is SQF Certified, Organic Certified, USDA Approved, and FDA Approved — making our facility fully compliant for food and beverage cold storage.
Where is your cold storage 3PL warehouse located?
Our facility is located in Indianapolis, Indiana — strategically positioned at the intersection of six major interstates for optimal Midwest distribution.
Do you offer real-time inventory tracking?
Yes. Our 24-hour customer web portal and customizable WMS provide real-time visibility into inventory, order status, lot histories, and shipment tracking.
What is the minimum storage period?
We offer short-term cold storage for as few as three days or less, as well as longer-term inventory management options.
