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Colruyt – 4 x Eco-Friendly Refrigerated Containers

Colruyt – 4 x Eco-Friendly Refrigerated Containers

Challenge

At one of its distribution centers for refrigerated and frozen foods, Colruyt was using four rented 40ft refrigerated containers that relied on Freon-based cooling systems, harmful to the environment.

Colruyt was aiming for a sustainable alternative and turned to us for a long-term solution. Their request was for four 40ft refrigerated containers equipped with Carrier Naturaline cooling units, which operate on CO₂ refrigerant instead of traditional Freon gases.

For context:

  • The previous R-134a Freon-based system had a Global Warming Potential (GWP) of 1,430.
  • The new Carrier Naturaline system has a GWP of just 1, making it 1,430 times less harmful to the environment.

Beyond just acquiring the containers, Colruyt also required:

  • Reliable availability of spare parts and technical expertise for maintenance.
  • 24/7 service and remote monitoring to ensure continuous operation.

Solution

Colruyt chose this solution to enable external partners to access their goods outside regular operating hours. This setup allows their clients to pick up products flexibly without needing access to the storage area itself.

Additionally, the mobilityof the containers means they can be relocated or replicated at multiple sites, providing a scalable and adaptable solution.

We went beyond simply supplying containers. We provided a full-service package, reinforcing our value as a one-stop shop.

Project specifications

  • Eco-Friendly Refrigeration:
    • CO₂-based cooling, eliminating harmful Freon gases
  • Containers: 4 x brand-new 40ft HC refrigerated containers with custom features:
    • Flat flooring for easy daily use
    • Strip curtains to retain cold air
    • Integrated lighting
    • Security alarm and reinforced doors
  • Additional Services:
    • Custom-built loading ramps for effortless loading/unloading
    • Installation of CONFOOT systems to align containers with loading docks
    • Precision placement at the client’s specified location

Extra services

  • 5-year maintenance guarantee
  • 24/7 emergency support by our in-house service team
  • 24/7 remote monitoring via our advanced telematics system

Result

Colruyt is now fully supported with its new, sustainable refrigerated containers, ensuring eco-friendly operations, reliability, and efficiency. Thanks for the challenge Colruyt!

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