we are the
BEST IN COLD
United States Cold Storage is driven to advance, innovate, and serve companies seeking the best service, facilities, and logistics in the cold chain industry.
#BestinColdSolutions
As industry leaders, we provide unparalleled cold storage solutions and logistics services, positioning ourselves at the forefront of the cold chain. Our innovative technology and cutting-edge infrastructure ensure optimal product preservation and efficient distribution. But what truly sets us apart is our people. Our dedicated team, with their relentless spirit and innovative minds, propels us to excellence.
#BestinColdStorage
Our state-of-the-art cold storage facilities set the industry standard. Every facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology, optimal product preservation safety standards for storage, and highly skilled cold crew members caring for our customers’ products. Each facility is designed with precision, adhering to the highest quality and safety standards to maintain product integrity.
#BestinColdLogistics
At the forefront of ensuring the safe transport of refrigerated and frozen goods, our logistics and transportation solutions prioritize precision, reliability, and efficiency. Recognizing the pivotal role of consolidation, we meticulously streamline our operations to optimize load capacities, reduce transportation costs, and enhance the overall sustainability of the supply chain.
125 YEARS SERVING THE COLD CHAIN
Facilities
Spanning from coast to coast and equipped with diverse automation technologies, our temperature-controlled warehouses stand prepared to meet your storage and distribution needs.
See our LocationsLogistics
Leveraging precision, reliability, and efficiency, our logistics and consolidated transportation solutions optimize cold chain operations, ensuring safe, cost-effective, and sustainable delivery of your goods from origin to destination.
View our ServicesLeadership
Our commitment to excellence is reflected not only in our selection of skilled professionals but also in our ongoing efforts to stay at the forefront of industry advancements, ensuring that our team is equipped to handle every customer’s unique needs with the utmost proficiency and care.
Meet Our Leadership TeamWe invite you to take a tour of our Minooka facility!
Our Minooka, IL facility is a state-of-the-art warehousing powerhouse, designed to meet the highest standards of the cold storage industry. Featuring advanced automation systems, we provide efficient and precise handling of goods, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Our facility boasts a 26,000-pallet automated addition, which enhances our capacity and throughput, while our cascade layer pickers streamline the case picking process, reducing manual labor and improving safety. We excel in managing customer accounts with a dedicated team that ensures seamless communication and support.
Committed to sustainability, we have implemented robust recycling programs and energy-efficient practices.
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Tune into our podcast, The ColdCast, dedicated exclusively to the innovations within the cold chain industry. The ColdCast platform enables us to share our extensive knowledge and experience, engage with experts and thought leaders, and foster a community aimed at driving continuous improvement and setting new standards of excellence in cold chain management.
This year, US Cold proudly hosted the best and brightest trucking companies and carriers in the supply chain industry at our 2024 Carrier Conference. Together, we explored the evolution of trucking, fostering meaningful conversations about the future of the industry. A highlight of the conference was taking our COLDCast on the road, where we hosted an engaging panel discussion with esteemed experts.
We were honored to welcome:
Dr. Anna Johnson – VP, PMO, Marketing, and Corporate Strategy, US Cold (Host)
Mike Carlisle – Senior Director, Logistics Operations, US Cold
Anna Dittoe – Director of National Accounts, MegaCorp Logistics
Brent Higgins – President, Brent Higgins Trucking Kory Ackerman – Co-founder, K&B Transportation Brian Magnus – GM, Midwest Logistics, US Cold
We extend our heartfelt thanks to these leaders for sharing their invaluable insights and expertise. Their contributions are shaping the future of trucking, driving innovation, and ensuring excellence in the supply chain.
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President and CEO Larry Alderfer joins Dr. Anna Johnson, EVP of Marketing, Commercial Strategy& Development on our second season of the ColdCast! In this podcast, Anna & Larry discuss all things Cold Chain related.
Dr. Anna Johnson, DBA, VP Corporate Development, Marketing, & PMO and Mickey Hoffmann, EVP Commercial Strategy and Development talk about the status of the cold chain and our role as #BestinCold in warehousing, automation, transportation and customer growth.
Dr. Anna Johnson is joined by Mike Lynch, our Senior Vice President of Sustainable Engineering, who is committed to advancing the cold chain through precision, reliability, and sustainability. Join us in exploring how engineering excellence drives the future of cold storage.
