No owner is more familiar with this concept than our customer, Lloyd. Lloyd, the owner of a large grocery store and distribution company, reached out to PermaTherm for a consultation before starting his newest walk-in freezer. An area of particular concern was reducing ice buildup within the freezer.
As Lloyd’s company grew, his existing facility was expanded and modified. Several of these expansions created minuscule breaches in the insulation system, causing ice accumulation over time. These alterations required a holistic analysis of the cold storage units to eliminate areas that had produced problems, like inventory and structural damage.
A Strategic System for Strategic Savings
After a thorough discovery period, PermaTherm presented a comprehensive insulation system strategy, using this temperature planning to increase ROI. PermaTherm’s plan included:
- Impermeable panel systems
- Airtight trim and accessories
- Temperature management guidelines and practices
- Guidance through the duration of the project
- Connections to a network of certified panel installers
Within a week of completing and installing the new PermaTherm panels for his freezer, the company noticed a 100% reduction in ice buildup compared to the previously built freezer.
By eliminating internal ice buildup, Lloyd’s company experienced a 27% decrease in inventory loss. Additionally, the business experienced decreased production interruptions and increased operation time. Over time the company noticed a 24% decrease in energy expenditure, resulting in an increase in profit.
Continued Growth, Continued Profitability
In addition to the consultation services PermaTherm offered during initial construction, we continued to check in with Lloyd, yearly. The ongoing relationship between Lloyd and PermaTherm gave Lloyd the confidence to continue setting up food storage and distribution locations around the southeast.
He explained that by working with a manufacturer with practical experience using temperature planning to increase his ROI, his project was better planned and positioned for a rapid payback. As a result, not only was Lloyd able to decrease his overall project cost upfront, but he also saw a continued increase in ROI in the following years. With a 27% decrease in inventory loss and 24% decrease in energy expenditure, Lloyd tracked compounded returns year over year.
Lloyd recommended that businesses looking to install a cold storage facility speak with a consultant before beginning the planning process. By including a cold storage construction expert, holistic strategies with plans for long-term ROI are integrated at the outset of the project.
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