As national leaders in cold storage construction, ARCO National Construction delivers turnkey design and construction solutions for complex, temperature-controlled facilities across the U.S.
Backed by decades of experience and hundreds of cold storage projects completed, ARCO National Construction’s unparalleled industry expertise has established us as a trusted cold storage facility builder for clients nationwide – from small family-owned businesses to Fortune 500 companies.
ARCO takes on the financial risk in a project’s earliest stages – as soon as our firm price proposal is accepted. Our design-build approach consistently results in the best, most cost-effective solutions.
Every cold storage facility is unique, but our process starts the same way: with deep industry expertise and attention to the details that matter most in the early planning stages. We’ve delivered successful projects across all types including:
In an industry where expertise is essential, ARCO National Construction is proud to be a trusted advisor to cold storage facility owners in a wide range of industries.
Our design-build process minimizes risk, maximizes value, and gives you cost and schedule confidence from day one.
Contact ARCO for expert facility solutions that optimize design, cost, and performance, ensuring a seamless experience from start to finish.
Yes, ARCO offers zero investment preliminary design during the proposal phase. Our team can create conceptual layouts, budgets, and schedules to help shape your vision.
In addition to our guaranteed upfront pricing, through transparent cost tracking, value engineering, and proactive communication, ARCO keeps projects on budget.
ARCO delivers cold storage projects of all sizes, from small expansions to large-scale distribution centers.
ARCO delivers cold storage projects of all sizes, from small expansions to large-scale distribution centers.
ARCO delivers cold storage projects of all sizes, from small expansions to large-scale distribution centers.
Because cold storage facilities require highly unique and specialized design and construction components compared to typical dry warehouses, it is critical to partner with an experienced contractor like ARCO National Construction. Understanding the crucial elements of these specialized facilities, such as wall types, refrigeration systems, underfloor heating, vapor barriers, temperature requirements, and more, is highly critical to success.
The wall type you choose for your facility will directly affect how efficiently it stays cool. New construction cold storage facilities can be built with insulated concrete walls (tilt-up or precast), insulated metal panels, or a combination of the two. An existing dry warehouse can be converted into a freezer/cooler space through installation of insulated metal panels inside existing walls (box-in-a-box).
ARCO has extensive experience building facilities with all wall types and can recommend the most suitable option for your needs.
The choice of refrigeration and its supporting infrastructure plays a critical role in the success of your cold storage project now and in the future. The right choice reduces energy costs, improves equipment life, and protects your products.
ARCO can help determine the most efficient, cost-effective solution for your needs based on facility type and size, as well as government regulations.
Different products require different storage conditions. Designing your facility with the right temperature zones ensures product quality and flexibility for multiple tenants or operations. Proper temperature planning maximizes storage efficiency and ensures your products meet safety and industry standards.
For 3PL or public refrigerated warehouse facilities, incorporating convertible freezer/cooler space capable of accommodating a wide range of temperature requirements is important to increase marketability for tenants and users.
ARCO can offer the proper guidance in the design stage of a project when it comes to the proper freezer/cooler temperature standards.
*Below is not an exhaustive list of all temperature standards.
Many modern cold storage facilities often incorporate automation, like AGVs or “Perfect Pick” systems. Planning for automation early allows:
Integrating automation at the design stage reduces future retrofitting costs and limits operational interruptions. ARCO helps you design a facility that supports both current and future automation needs.
Moisture control is critical. Even a small amount of air leakage can cause condensation, ice formation, and structural damage to your cold storage facility. A tight, airtight vapor barrier, not just a watertight one, ensures long-term facility performance.
Freezer floors can transfer extreme cold into the soil, causing frost, heaving, and cracking. ARCO designs and installs the right underfloor heating system to protect your floor and structural integrity, preventing costly damage and maintaining consistent temperature control. Our solutions include:
Location is everything in cold storage. Prime sites offer easy access to transportation networks, labor, raw materials, and packaging.
ARCO’s site feasibility services provide:
Choosing the right site upfront prevents delays, reduces costs, and optimizes distribution efficiency.
”As President and COO of ColdPoint Logistics, I have had the opportunity to work with ARCO on our flagship facility. I can personally attest to their character, skill, and expertise as a national design-build contractor. Repeatedly, ARCO has proven to deliver their projects in superior condition, on time, and on budget.
Chad MeyerColdPoint Logistics
