In the rapidly evolving landscape of Philippine cold chain logistics, the successful export and installation of a large-scale, multi-temperature cold storage facility in Manila represents a significant milestone. This project, undertaken for OSAVE—a highly reputable and influential company in the Philippines—demonstrates the perfect synergy between OnlyKem’s world-class refrigeration expertise and OSAVE’s deep market knowledge. The facility is designed to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of modern food preservation, ensuring product integrity from the moment of arrival until dispatch to end-users across the metropolitan area and beyond.

This cold storage facility is located in Metro Manila, the economic and demographic center of the Philippines. Its location is strategic, serving the nation’s largest consumer market. Manila is the main port of entry for imported goods and has extensive distribution networks. That makes it the ideal place for a facility of this scale. The facility sits close to major transportation routes. This allows products to be received, stored, and redistributed efficiently. They reach supermarkets, restaurants, hotels, and food processing facilities across Luzon—and by extension, the entire archipelago.

Loading Bay (Ambient to 10°C): The loading bay serves as the critical interface between the cold storage environment and the external ambient conditions of tropical Manila. This temperature-controlled transitional space minimizes temperature shock during loading and unloading operations. Products can be staged here temporarily without risking condensation or temperature abuse, preserving the cold chain integrity right up to the moment they are loaded onto refrigerated trucks.

Corridor (Variable Temperature Transition): The corridor acts as a temperature-managed artery connecting the various cold rooms. It is designed to maintain conditions that prevent thermal shock when moving products between zones. This space also facilitates efficient movement of personnel and goods, ensuring smooth workflow and minimizing the time that doors to individual cold rooms remain open.

OnlyKem takes compressor authenticity seriously. As part of our quality assurance process, each Bitzer compressor features a QR code that clients can scan to verify its authenticity directly through Bitzer’s verification system. This commitment to fighting product piracy ensures that OSAVE receives exactly what they paid for—genuine German engineering that delivers peak performance and longevity .

One of the practical advantages of PIR panels is their workability. They can be precisely cut and shaped on-site to accommodate specific dimensions and design requirements, accelerating construction timelines and ensuring perfect fits that eliminate thermal bridges .

The facility is equipped with a comprehensive range of high-performance doors. Each door is selected for its specific function.

Different Types of Sliding Doors
For the main cold storage rooms, various types of insulated sliding doors are installed. These doors are designed for rapid, smooth operation. This minimizes open time and reduces cold air loss. Options include manual and electric sliding doors. The choice depends on usage frequency for each room.

Sectional Overhead Doors (Loading Bay)
The loading bay features robust, well-insulated sectional overhead doors. They provide secure, tight seals when closed. This maintains the controlled temperature of the bay.

Fire-Rated Doors for Large-Scale Projects
Strategically placed fire-rated doors are installed throughout the complex. This is in compliance with Philippine building codes and international safety standards for large-scale industrial facilities. These doors are critical for passive fire protection. They automatically close to compartmentalize the facility in case of fire. This contains smoke and flames. It also protects escape routes. In addition, it safeguards valuable assets and personnel.