Ice build-up in cold storage environments can compromise safety, operational efficiency, and energy performance. According to Ulti Group, persistent ice formation is not inevitable but indicates a deeper issue within the cold chain environment.

“Ulti Group’s freezer door systems are designed to eliminate these issues by maintaining thermal control, improving safety conditions, and reducing energy costs. A recent installation at Coolpak Coolstores demonstrates the impact of this approach,” says Andrew Suckling, business development manager.

Suckling says Coolpak had been facing significant ice and snow build-up in a -20°C holding freezer. Forklift operators reported hazardous floor conditions, reduced visibility, and regular disruptions. Despite defrosting every four hours, temperature instability continued to affect operations.

Following the installation of an HCR high-performance freezer door from Ulti Group, defrost cycles were reduced to once every 24 hours. No ice or snow has reappeared in the space, including on PVC strip curtains. Temperature conditions have also stabilised.

“The room went from being a problem area to one of the most reliable in our facility,” says Karl Rohlach, site manager at Coolpak Coolstores.

“It’s not just about the door,” Rohlach adds. “It’s about the confidence it gives our team to work safely and efficiently. And the energy savings are significant – we’ve reduced the risk of product loss, lowered our maintenance needs, and regained full use of a room we were close to abandoning.”

Ulti Group’s cold storage solutions are applied across staging, storage, and blast freezing environments. According to the company, its systems are designed to deliver consistent thermal performance and long-term reliability and

“At Ulti Group, we believe ice build-up in freezers shouldn’t be a fact of life. It’s a sign something’s not right. That’s why our Ulti freezer door solutions are specifically engineered to eliminate ice, delivering a safer, more energy-efficient, and higher-performing cold chain,” says Suckling.

“With guaranteed results – a guarantee that is subject to site survey and correct installation of the recommended solution – Ulti freezer doors make it possible to say goodbye to dangerous ice build-up for good. Whether it’s staging, storage, or blast freezing, we’ll help you keep it ice-free, stress-free, and audit-ready.”

Sponsored content: For more information phone Andrew Suckling +64 21 228 3835, email Andrew@ultigroup.co.nz or visit www.ultigroup.co.nz.