FoodProTec
Project Estimator

Cold storage project estimator.

In 60 seconds: floor area, refrigeration tonnage, build cost, and your annual energy bill. The numbers below update live as you fill in the form. No email required for the result on screen.

What this gives you
  • check Required floor area
  • check Refrigeration tonnage
  • check Build cost range
  • check Annual energy estimate
  • check Lead time
1. What are you working from?
2. How much?
pallets

Range: 20 to 5,000 pallets. Most of our clients land between 100 and 800.

3. Temperature target
4. Ceiling height

Taller ceilings = more pallets per sq ft of floor (with racking).

5. Region
6. Build type
Your facility
200 pallet freezer · NJ/NY/PA
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Floor area
Selective racking density
2,800 ft²
Pallet capacity
At chosen ceiling height
~200
Refrigeration
Including 20% safety margin
14 tons
Build cost
$830K – $1.1M
$295 – $390 per ft²
Annual energy bill
~$10,800/yr
≈ $900/month at $0.12/kWh · rebates can drop 15–25%
Lead time
Design through commissioning
8–14 mo
What drives this

Freezer at 0°F runs ~50 BTU/sf·hr load. NJ/NY/PA labor and permitting adds ~10%. Energy estimate assumes 24/7 operation at the national average rate; utility rebates and high-efficiency equipment can drop 15–25%.

Ballpark ±25%. Doesn't include permits, soft costs, real estate, or specialized processing equipment. For an exact number, talk to us.

Want the detailed report?

Email it to me as a PDF — includes:

  • check_circleEquipment recommendations from our partners (Gór-Stal, Cryo Systems)
  • check_circleLayout sketch sized to your pallet count
  • check_circle3 reference projects we've completed at similar scope
  • check_circleEnergy efficiency options + utility rebate links for your state
  • check_circleTypical payment schedule for a project this size

Or call (201) 256-1231 · email info@foodprotec.com

We respond within 1 business day. Your inputs from above are attached automatically.

Or skip the form — talk to a real engineer.

Boris or Eugene will run the numbers against your actual site, your actual equipment list, and tell you what's realistic. 30 minutes, no commitment.

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