Moffett Automation was engaged to expand C&M Coldstores frozen food storage capability within the existing facility. The project needed to solve critical capacity constraints, increase pallet density and support efficient pallet movement without compromising temperature integrity.

The completed system increased capacity from 6,250 to 9,980 pallet spaces, delivering an uplift of over 60% while maintaining controlled frozen storage conditions.

C&M Coldstores faced a familiar cold-store challenge: rising storage demand within a constrained facility where expansion was limited and temperature control could not be compromised. The operation needed more pallet capacity, faster movement and a more efficient storage process while continuing to operate at -18°C.

The system also had to balance increased throughput with environmental control. Every pallet movement into and out of the cold store needed to be managed efficiently to reduce operational friction, protect product integrity and support reliable frozen food distribution.

• Maintain strict -18°C frozen storage conditions
• Increase pallet capacity within the existing footprint
• Improve inbound and outbound pallet throughput
• Integrate with C&M Coldstores SAP ERP system
• Reduce manual handling and labour dependency

The system supports constant throughput of 60 pallets per hour inbound and 60 pallets per hour outbound, helping improve just-in-time delivery capability and operational responsiveness. Automated pallet handling reduced manual intervention and labour dependency while also helping minimise the risk of damage to pallet racking and stored goods.

By combining automated pallet movement, vertical transfer, conveyor handling and SAP ERP integration, Moffett Automation delivered a scalable cold storage automation solution capable of supporting C&M Coldstores’ long-term food distribution requirements. The project was completed within two months, demonstrating rapid implementation in a demanding frozen storage environment.