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Warehouse-to-cold conversion estimator.

Convert dry warehouse into freezer, cooler, or cold dock — without a new build. Get the panel area, refrigeration load, and the punchline: how much you save vs new construction.

What this gives you
  • check Converted area
  • check Insulated panel area
  • check Refrigeration tonnage
  • check Conversion cost
  • check Savings vs new build
1. Existing warehouse — square feet
ft²

Total footprint of the existing dry warehouse. Range: 2,000 to 200,000 ft².

2. Target temperature
3. Percent of warehouse to convert · 60%
10%50%100%
4. Existing insulation

Existing insulation reduces panel area and refrigeration load.

5. Ceiling height
6. Region
Conversion plan
12,000 ft² warehouse · 60% to freezer
warehouse
Converted area
Of total warehouse
7,200 ft²
Insulated panel area
Walls + ceiling
~15,400 ft²
Recommended panel
High-density PIR, FM-approved
150mm PIR
Refrigeration
Including 20% safety margin
36 tons
Conversion cost
$1.4M – $1.9M
$190 – $260 per converted ft²
savings Savings vs new construction
~$1.2M saved
New build would run $2.6M–$3.1M for the same converted area
Annual energy bill
~$27,600/yr
≈ $2,300/month
Lead time
Drawings to commissioning
7–12 mo
What drives this

Existing dry warehouse needs full panel envelope + refrigeration. Box-in-a-box typically saves 40% vs new construction because you keep the shell, slab, and roof. Conversion lead time is roughly half of new build.

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

Want the conversion report?

Email it to me as a PDF — includes:

  • check_circlePanel layout option for your warehouse footprint
  • check_circleRefrigeration spec (Cryo Systems compatible)
  • check_circle2 reference conversions we've completed at similar scale
  • check_circlePhasing options if you can't shut the whole warehouse down
  • check_circlePermit checklist for your state

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

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

Talk to a real engineer.

Boris and Eugene have done dozens of these conversions on the East Coast. Tell them about your warehouse and they'll tell you what's realistic.

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