Portable Cold Stores & Refrigerated Containers
A comprehensive range of chilled storage units for all types of application and requirements.
About Portable Cold Stores & Refrigerated Containers Hire
Need additional chilled and cold storage space?
Whether you need additional chilled storage on a temporary basis or are looking for an emergency solution, Aqua’s cold store hire has solutions for everyone.
Get in touch today and we’ll arrange your cold store hire now.
Portable Cold Stores & Refrigerated Containers Specialists
Aqua offer individual fan coils, up to 50kW duty rating, ready for immediate use and capable of maintaining 4°C in a chilled storage environment.
All fan coils are supplied with a 3-way valve and defrost controls to help safely manage the temperature within the store by way of a linked temperature probe. These work with your existing chilled glycol system or can also be used with Aqua’s own hired cold stores.
We’re also able to provide glycol, circulating pumps and pipework where needed, should you require additional equipment to help supplement your own site capacity.
It’s Never Been Easier To Rent Or Hire Portable Cold Stores & Refrigerated Containers
Aqua offer hire solutions for additional capacity and chill stores under maintenance. We can cater for all situations, with hire units ranging from 10ft to 40ft, with controlled temperatures ranging from -35°C to +30°C. You can monitor and control cold store temperatures via mobile phone, tablet or PC, too.
All chilled storage hires are available on flexible terms, on a long or short-term basis depending on requirements and uses. Aqua’s rental experts can assess your current project requirements and help provide a site-specific recommendation.
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When You Need To Hire A Cold Store
No business interruption or downturn
installation can take place before works begin.
Additional seasonal capacity
Convert an ambient store to chilled.
Add more cooling capacity
Is your store temperature under capacity? Add more duty and chilled air into your existing space.
Old equipment refurbishment
Install temporary Aqua equipment to manage your chilled requirements during an outage, swap out or equipment upgrade.
Food safe production
Food preparation, storage and distribution fan coils can be hired.
Delivery & Installation
A Complete 360° Service including:
Delivery
A fully tracked and timed service, 24 hours a day, to suit your individual site requirements. Including flatbed, HIAB, and crane-assisted delivery choices. We never deliver curb side, leaving your staff to position our kit.
Installation
Agreed with you beforehand. All our engineers carry full PPE and will manage work according to agreed RAMS and specific site H&S conditions. Where required, we provide F-Gas and Gas Safe accredited engineers.
24 Hour Support
All our Hire customers benefit from 24/7 helpline coverage and breakdown service. We also offer Remote Monitoring of equipment to help underpin our offering.
On-site Management
Aqua staff can remain on site throughout the duration of your rental project to ensure you – or your client - has total cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature ranges can your portable cold stores maintain?
Our portable cold stores can maintain temperatures from standard chilled storage (around 2 to 8 degrees C) down to frozen storage at -25 degrees C and below. We will confirm the exact specification required during your enquiry.
How quickly can a portable cold store be delivered and made operational?
Most cold stores in our hire fleet can be delivered and operational within 24 to 48 hours of order confirmation. If you have an emergency requirement give us a call and we will do everything we can to fast-track your order.
What are the common uses for portable cold store hire?
Cold store hire is popular across food and beverage manufacturing, catering, pharmaceuticals, events, and agriculture. They are also widely used during planned maintenance of permanent cold rooms and as emergency backup when existing refrigeration fails.
Do I need a power supply for a portable cold store?
Yes. Our cold stores require a mains electrical connection. Our team will advise on the power requirements for the specific unit during your enquiry so you can prepare your site accordingly.
Is a portable cold store the same as a refrigerated container?
They are very similar. Refrigerated containers (also called reefer containers) are typically ISO shipping containers fitted with a refrigeration unit. Both offer highly portable chilled or frozen storage solutions and Aqua can advise which format best suits your site layout and requirements.
Cold Storage Innovation Saves Food Processor £££££s
The UK imports billions of pounds worth of fresh fruit and vegetables every year. The more tropical fruit varieties, like pineapples, mangos, bananas and kiwis travel thousands of miles before arriving in the UK. On arrival, they need to be carefully stored, before they’re processed and packaged ready for distribution to the retail network. If storage misses the mark, product quality, shelf life, adherence to food safety standards and brand reputation could all be comprised.