Projects & Case Studies: Distribution & Cold Storage

Insights into large-scale refrigeration systems for distribution and cold storage facilities, with a focus on performance, resilience and energy efficiency.

Interior of regional distribution centre (RDC) in the Midlands showing refrigeration pipework. External refrigeration units and pipes. External refrigeration unit. Black pipes and pumps.

Bidfood’s Largest Regional Distribution Centre

Orwell Design Associates (ODA) was appointed by leading foodservice provider, Bidfood, to deliver the refrigeration design for a new regional distribution centre (RDC) in the Midlands. The facility was the largest of its kind developed by the client and required a robust, energy-efficient refrigeration solution aligned with their commitment to environmentally responsible operation.

The RDC comprises multiple temperature-controlled environments, including frozen storage, chilled storage and chilled marshalling areas, all operating under demanding throughput and reliability requirements.

Photograph of the Access Walkway Photo of the chiller coldstore Photo of the chiller coldstore roof Photo of the freezer coldstore

Online Retailer’s First Chilled and Frozen Fulfilment Centre

ODA was appointed to deliver the refrigeration design for a new multi-million-pound chilled and frozen fulfilment centre for a leading online retailer - the first facility of its kind in the UK.

The project required a resilient, energy-efficient refrigeration solution capable of supporting high-throughput operation, while aligning with the client’s long-term sustainability and future-proofing objectives.

Alcumus
ecovadis
Sedex Member
Gas Safe