welcome to us cold
Lumberton, NC
COLD SPECIFICATIONS:
7,043,000 Cubic Feet
24,778 Racked Pallet Positions
Temps Ranging from -10ºF to +28ºF
STRATEGICALLY LOCATED:
Charlotte, NC – 2 hours
Charleston, SC – 2.5 hours
Greenville, SC – 3.5 hours
Virginia Beach, VA – 4 hours
Atlanta, GA – 5 hours
ADDRESS:
2901 Kenny Biggs Road
Lumberton, NC 28358
p: (910) 739-1992
f: (910) 739-1974
Steve Musselwhite
General Manager
Welcome to the Lumberton Facility, where we blend hard work, dedication, and a deep sense of community to create a unique working environment.
My name is Steve, and I’ve had the honor of serving as General Manager here for the past 20 years.
Over the years, I’ve watched this facility grow into a cornerstone of US Cold’s operations, and I take pride in the family atmosphere we’ve built together.
At Lumberton, we believe in leading by example. I’ve done many of the jobs my team performs today, from operating forklifts to managing blast-freezing operations. Our open-door policy encourages open communication, allowing us to work together to meet challenges head-on and foster a positive work environment.
We value our people, and it’s this shared commitment to one another that makes Lumberton not just a facility, but a community. I invite you to explore our unique strengths and learn more about what sets us apart in the cold storage industry.
Lumberton is Best in Blast Freezing
We are proud to be US Cold’s largest blast freezing facility.
The Lumberton facility is one of the largest blast-freezing centers in the US Cold network. With 60% of our inbound loads coming from local processing plants, we handle an immense volume of export shipments, sending products to countries around the globe. Our expertise in blast freezing allows us to deliver top-quality service to our clients, ensuring that their products are processed and shipped efficiently.
The Lumberton facility is a testament to our commitment to excellence, serving as one of the largest blast-freezing centers in the US. I’m incredibly proud of our team’s expertise in handling nationwide shipments, delivering quality and efficiency that our clients can rely on.”
Larry Alderfer
President & CEO, US Cold
Lumberton is Best in Cold Storage
Our Lumberton, NC facility is a state-of-the-art warehousing powerhouse, designed to meet the highest standards of the cold storage industry.
Our blast freezing services ensure your products are preserved at the highest quality. By rapidly freezing food to -18°C or below, we lock in freshness, texture, and nutrients while extending shelf life. This fast and efficient process prevents ice crystal formation, maintaining the integrity of your products for optimal taste and performance. Whether it’s meat, seafood, produce, or baked goods, our expertise in blast freezing delivers the reliability you need to meet global demands.
Our facility boasts a 24,778- racked pallet positions. 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. These features make Lumberton a leader in cold storage warehousing, delivering exceptional service and reliability to our clients in the South.
37 Dock Doors
Efficient loading and unloading with secure, streamlined access for the movement of goods in and out of our facility.
Rail Service
Join our consolidation program so you can reduce your freight charges on LTL shipments. Our program is the best in the US with deliveries made across the country every day.
BRCGS Certified
Globally recognized for food safety and quality, ensuring rigorous international standards throughout the supply chain.
Export
Specialized handling and storage to maintain optimal temperatures, ensuring the products reach their international destination with their quality and freshness intact.
Blast Freezing
Use our cutting-edge technology to rapidly chill products to their core. Our state-of-the-art technologies ensure minimal ice crystal formation, locking in taste and texture.
eWMS
Our eWMS solution streamlines inventory control, order processing, and distribution, enhancing efficiency and accuracy within the warehousing operations.
Organic Certified
Our meticulously curated processes adhere to the highest organic standards, ensuring that your products maintain their natural essence from origin to destination.
Lumberton is Best in Safety
Safety is at the heart of everything we do at the Lumberton facility. Our motto is simple: we want every team member to go home the same way they came in, but with a little extra in their pockets. Our safety program has led to significant milestones, including a current streak of over 379 days without a lost-time incident. We participate in US Cold’s company-wide safety competition and are currently tied for first place in our track—a testament to our dedication to our team’s well-being.
Lumberton is Sustainable
Our dedication to sustainability is a core part of our operations.
-
Lumberton houses the largest solar array in the US Cold network, producing up to 19% of our daily energy needs.
-
We are working toward expanding this capacity to over 30% in the coming years.
-
In addition to solar energy, we have reduced our CO2 emissions by 655 metric tons simply by changing how we order supplies.
We’re proud to be a leader in sustainability in our industry, and we continue to seek new ways to reduce our environmental footprint.
“Our customers own the product, and our job is to make their experience with us as easy and efficient as possible.”
– Denise Bryan, Office Supervisor
Lumberton is Best in Logistics
Lumberton’s COLDshare consolidation optimizes deliveries by leveraging efficiencies from nearby warehouses for on-time, single-stop shipments, employs AI for smart load building to enhance route efficiency and timeliness, and provides cross-docking capabilities to facilitate efficient goods movement between different transportation modes.
COMPLETE
From raw materials to the shelf, we can optimize your supply chain so your team can focus on making and selling your product. Our 4PL is your complete logistics solution.
COLDshare Consolidation
Join our consolidation program so you can reduce your freight charges on LTL shipments. Our program is the best in the US with deliveries made across the country every day.
Custom Analytics
Get analytics tailored to your needs sent proactively to you every week. Real-time data helps you make decisions quickly and with accuracy.