Onion Cold Storage: Design, Project, Costs, and Complete System Setup Guide

February 10, 2025January 3, 2025 by Metro Refrigeration Industries

Step by Step Comprehensive Guide to Setting Up an Onion Cold Storage Unit

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Onion cold storage is an essential infrastructure to enhance the shelf life of onions and maintain their quality. With increasing demand for sustainable storage solutions, setting up a reliable onion storage unit is both a lucrative business opportunity and a valuable service to reduce food wastage. Metro Refrigeration Industries, a leading cold storage manufacturer, offers comprehensive solutions to meet these needs. Follow this detailed guide to set up your onion storage plant effectively.

1. Understanding Onion Cold Room Storage

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What is Onion Cold Storage?

Onion cold room storage refers to a specially designed facility to store onions under controlled conditions, extending their shelf life and preserving quality.

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Benefits of Onion Cold Storage:

Prevents spoilage and loss during off-seasons.

Ensures consistent supply and stabilizes market prices.

Enhances farmers’ income and reduces food wastage.

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2. Plan Your Onion Storage Project

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Onion Cold Storage Project Cost:

Assess the cost of land, construction, equipment, and utilities.

Typical onion cold room cost in India can vary depending on capacity and design.

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Onion Cold Storage Design:

Develop an onion cold room layout plan for optimal airflow and temperature distribution.

Include energy-efficient equipment such as Metro Refrigeration’s Air Cooling Units and Evaporative Condensers.

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3. Choose the Right Location

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Key Considerations:

Proximity to onion-producing regions and transportation hubs.

Availability of utilities like electricity and water.

Compliance with local regulations for cold storage facilities.

4. Procure High-Quality Equipment

Metro Refrigeration Industries offers a wide range of reliable and energy-efficient products essential for setting up an cold storage unit:

Complete Product Line

Our advanced product line includes:

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Ammonia Compressor: Backbone of Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration System

Our Nh3 refrigeration compressor are designed to deliver unmatched performance, ensuring reliability and efficiency across a wide range of applications. The range includes:

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Comprehensive Range of Nh3 Compressor

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Additional Equipment and Solutions

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Evaporative Condenser: Engineered for maximum heat transfer and reduced energy consumption in refrigeration systems.

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Air Cooling Units: SS and AL Series durable and efficient cooling solutions, including stainless steel and aluminum options.

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5. Maintain Optimal Storage Conditions

Onion Cold Storage Temperature:

The best storage temperature for onions is between 0°C and 2°C.

Proper ventilation is crucial to prevent moisture buildup.

How Long Onion Can Be Stored in Cold Storage:

Onions can be stored for up to 6-8 months under ideal conditions, ensuring reduced losses and sustained quality.

6. Installation and Setup

Work with experienced professionals for the installation and commissioning of your cold storage unit. Metro Refrigeration Industries provides complete turnkey solutions, including:

Design and construction support

Energy-efficient machinery installation

Maintenance and after-sales support

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7. Ensure Compliance and Obtain Subsidies

Onion Cold Storage Guidelines:

Follow industry best practices and government regulations.

Apply for available subsidies and incentives for agricultural cold storage projects.

8. Monitor and Optimize Operations

Use advanced technologies, such as Metro Refrigeration’s Individually Quick Frozen Technology (IQF) and Pillow Plates, to enhance efficiency and minimize operational costs.

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Why Choose Metro Refrigeration Industries?

Experience: Over 40 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing cold storage solutions.

Global Presence: Serving clients in India and over 30 countries worldwide, including Australia, UAE, Jordan, Turkey, Yemen, Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Cutting-Edge Indo-American Technology: Ensures superior energy efficiency and performance.

Prestigious Clientele: Trusted by Amul, Adani, Namaste India, Patanjali, and more.

Complete Product Line: Comprehensive range of equipment tailored for cold storage, including ammonia compressors, ammonia evaporators, evaporative condensers, air cooling units, evaporator coils, ammonia valves, and more.

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Cost-Effective Solutions: Delivering low energy consumption and precise temperature control.

Contact Metro Refrigeration Industries

To explore our products and solutions for your cold storage unit, get in touch:

Location: D-35, Meerut Road Industrial Area, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh – 201 003, INDIA

Email: sales@metrorpl.com

Phone: +91-120-2712176, 2752030, 2757568, 2757269, 2713759

Customer Care: +91 88266 77754

Website: www.metrocompressor.com

Setting up an cold storage unit is a significant investment with high returns. By partnering with Metro Refrigeration Industries, you can leverage the best technology and industry expertise to ensure the success of your project.

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Individual Quick Frozen IQF Technology: Working Principle, Use & Equipments

February 10, 2025December 25, 2024 by Metro Refrigeration Industries

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What is Individual Quick Freezing IQF ?

The Individual Quick Freezing (IQF) process is an advanced method that freezes food items individually, preventing clumping and preserving quality. By leveraging industrial ammonia refrigeration and precision-engineered equipment, Metro Refrigeration Industries delivers freezing solutions that cater to a wide range of products, including apple & fruits, vegetables, seafood, meat, and dairy.

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How Does Metro Refrigeration’s IQF Equipment Work?

Our IQF frozen technology utilizes ammonia-based refrigeration systems for rapid and energy-efficient cooling. Here’s how our equipment optimizes the individual quick frozen process:

Product Preparation: Foods such as peas, berries, chicken fillets, or dairy items are prepped for freezing. Uniformity in size and moisture content ensures an efficient IQF freezing process.
Advanced Freezing Zone: Food is conveyed through the IQF equipment, where high-speed airflow powered by industrial ammonia refrigeration circulates at ultra-low temperatures (-40°C or below), enabling quick and uniform freezing.
Separation for Versatility: Our quick freeze technology prevents clumping, ensuring products retain their shape and are easy to handle.
Packaging and Distribution: The frozen products are ready for storage or delivery, maintaining freshness and integrity.

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Key Features of Flash Freezing Equipment

IQF – Box Freezer

Multiple Retention Time: Flexible freezing durations tailored to product requirements.
Chill/Freeze Simultaneously: Versatile operation for varied applications.
Hydraulic Operation: Enhances performance and reliability.
PC Control: Precision and automation for better control.
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Simple, Robust Design: Ensures durability for heavy-duty applications.
Reliable Operation: Minimizes downtime with consistent performance.
High Efficiency Freezing: Maximizes energy utilization for superior results.

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IQF – Spiral Freezer

High Performance Delta Airflow: Increases heat transfer rates by 30%.
Reduction in Cooling/Freezing Times: Cuts freezing time by approximately 25%.
Low Power Consumption: Energy-efficient operation reduces costs.
Velocity Pressure Effect: Leverages fan discharge airflow for faster freezing.
Compact Layout Options: Ideal for space-constrained facilities.
Low Operating Costs: Designed for long-term cost-effectiveness.
Ease of Cleaning: No reduction in cleaning access ensures hygiene.

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IQF – Tunnel Freezer

Compact Design: Specifically suited for freezing vegetables and fruits.
Defrosting Options: Flexible shift or continuous defrosting using water or hot gas.
Custom Layouts: Tailored designs to meet individual operational needs.
Modular Construction: Utilizes standardized components for scalability.
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Easy Maintenance: Simplified cleaning and defrosting processes.
Direct Drive: Low maintenance and efficient operation for short- and medium-retention products like peas, beans, and other vegetables.

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Applications of IQF Freezing Technology in Metro Refrigeration’s Portfolio

Our IQF individually quick frozen solutions are integral to multiple sectors:

Cold Storage Facilities: Designed for bulk storage of cryogenic freezing products, ensuring extended shelf life and energy efficiency.
Dairy Processing: Ideal for freezing cheese cubes, butter, and milk-based desserts while preserving flavor and nutritional value.
Meat Processing: Perfect for freezing chicken processing, beef processing, and seafood like shrimp and fish without compromising texture.
Milk Processing Plants: Ensures extended freshness of milk-based products such as yogurt, ice cream, and cream.
Fruit and Vegetable Freezing: Maintains the original taste and appearance of seasonal produce like berries, peas, and spinach.

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Benefits of Metro Refrigeration’s IQF Equipment

Our IQF freezing technology integrates advanced engineering and energy-efficient designs to deliver:

Preservation of Freshness: The individual quick freezing technology retains the natural taste, texture, and nutrients of food items.
Wide Product Compatibility: From dairy and meat to fruits and vegetables, our product line caters to diverse needs.
Energy Efficiency: Utilizing industrial ammonia refrigeration, our systems reduce energy consumption while ensuring consistent performance.
Minimized Waste: Precise freezing ensures minimal spoilage, contributing to sustainability.
Compliance with Safety Standards: Hygienic and easy-to-maintain designs meet the highest regulatory requirements.

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Metro Refrigeration Industries brings decades of expertise in designing and implementing IQF freezing equipment and cold storage solutions. Our solutions are powered by industrial ammonia refrigeration, offering unmatched efficiency and reliability. With a focus on customer needs, we provide:

Customized Designs tailored to specific applications.
Energy-Saving Technologies to reduce operational costs.
Turnkey Solutions for cold storage, dairy, and meat processing facilities.

Future of Individual Quick Freezing with Metro Refrigeration Industries

The demand for individually quick frozen (IQF) products is growing rapidly, driven by consumer preferences for high-quality frozen foods. At Metro Refrigeration Industries, we continue to innovate, enhancing the capabilities of IQF freezing technology to offer faster freezing times, improved energy efficiency, and expanded product compatibility.