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Ontario's Meat Preservation Refrigeration Specialists

Advanced Refrigeration Systems for Meat Processing & Slaughterhouses

COLDMOOSE engineers, installs and services industrial refrigeration and temperature‑controlled storage for slaughterhouses, meat processing plants, butcher operations and food distribution facilities across Ontario.

  • 20+ yrsIndustrial refrigeration
  • 500+Facilities cooled
  • 24/7Emergency response
  • OntarioProvince‑wide service

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Industrial refrigeration engineering for Ontario meat processors.

Trusted by Ontario's meat industry — Slaughterhouses · Meat Processors · Butcher Shops · Cold Storage · Food Distribution · Poultry · Beef · Pork
Industry Challenges

Meat doesn't forgive temperature failure.

Every degree of drift is product loss, compliance risk and brand damage. Operators across Ontario face the same pressures — and the same need for refrigeration that simply doesn't fail.

Spoilage & Bacterial Growth

Inconsistent core temperatures accelerate microbial activity and shrink shelf life across primal cuts and trim.

Humidity Imbalance

Excess moisture promotes surface bacteria; insufficient humidity dehydrates carcasses and causes weight loss.

Cold Chain Failures

A single equipment failure can compromise an entire production run and trigger CFIA non‑conformance.

Compliance Risk

HACCP, CFIA and provincial inspection demand documented, repeatable temperature control — not estimates.

Operational Downtime

Reactive maintenance halts kill floors, cut rooms and packing lines. Every hour offline is revenue lost.

Energy & Inventory Loss

Aging or undersized refrigeration burns hydro and quietly erodes margin through avoidable shrinkage.

Our Products

Meat & Cold Storage Equipment

Explore our premium range of commercial refrigeration equipment designed to preserve your meat yields with maximum efficiency.

Walk-In Cooler

Walk-In Cooler

Walk-In Freezer

Walk-In Freezer

Walk-In Cooler & Freezer Combo

Walk-In Cooler & Freezer Combo

Walk-In Cooler For Meat

Walk-In Cooler For Meat

Walk-In Cooler For Vegetables

Walk-In Cooler For Vegetables

Glassdoor Walk-In Freezer

Glassdoor Walk-In Freezer

Glassdoor Walk-In Cooler

Glassdoor Walk-In Cooler

Custom Walk-Ins

Custom Walk-Ins

Blast Freezer

Blast Freezer

Drive-In Coolers

Drive-In Coolers

Drive-In Freezers

Drive-In Freezers

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Why COLDMOOSE

Refrigeration engineered for meat — not retrofitted to it.

Meat Freshness Preservation

Tight setpoint control protects color, texture and yield.

Temperature Stability

±0.5 °C precision across coolers, chillers and freezers.

Humidity Optimization

Engineered RH control for aging, cutting and storage.

Food Safety Compliance

HACCP / CFIA‑aligned monitoring and documentation.

Reduced Product Waste

Lower shrink, longer shelf life, higher yield per carcass.

Commercial‑Grade Build

Industrial components rated for 24/7 production duty.

Energy Efficient

EC fans, variable‑speed compressors, optimized circuits.

Reliable Performance

Redundancy and remote monitoring keep production moving.

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Industrial walk-in cold room
Technical Refrigeration Expertise

Built on the science of cold meat preservation.

From blast chilling fresh kills to long‑term frozen storage, COLDMOOSE designs systems around the thermodynamic and microbiological reality of meat — not generic commercial refrigeration templates.

  • Blast Chilling Systems for post‑slaughter core temperature pull‑down
  • Low‑velocity evaporators that protect surface quality and yield
  • Humidity‑controlled environments for dry aging and cut rooms
  • Airflow optimization to eliminate hot spots and condensation
  • Green refrigerant technology (CO₂, low‑GWP HFO blends)
  • Energy‑efficient engineering — VFDs, EC fans, heat recovery
  • HACCP / CFIA‑ready monitoring and alarm integration
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Our Solutions

Industrial refrigeration across the entire meat workflow.

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Small to Industrial Scale

From the local butcher shop to province‑scale processors.

Every system we deliver is sized, engineered and commissioned to the specific load profile of your facility — not bolted together from off‑the‑shelf packages.

Butcher Operations

Compact cold rooms and display refrigeration tailored for retail meat shops.

Mid‑Size Processors

Multi‑zone refrigeration for cutting, packing and cold storage workflows.

Industrial Slaughterhouses

High‑capacity central plants, rail chillers and blast freezing tunnels.

Distribution Centers

Large frozen and chilled warehousing with energy recovery integration.

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How We Work

A four‑step engineering process built for production environments.

  1. 01

    Facility Consultation & Assessment

    On‑site evaluation of throughput, layout, loads, refrigerants and compliance targets.

  2. 02

    Custom Refrigeration Engineering

    Heat load calculations, equipment selection, P&ID and controls design.

  3. 03

    Installation & System Integration

    Project‑managed install, commissioning, calibration and operator training.

  4. 04

    Maintenance & Technical Support

    Preventative maintenance programs, remote monitoring and 24/7 emergency response.

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All Under One Umbrella

Consultation, engineering, installation and service — one accountable partner.

COLDMOOSE is a complete industrial refrigeration partner. You don't have to coordinate consultants, contractors and service vendors. We own the result, end to end.

✓ Consultation & assessment
✓ Refrigeration engineering
✓ System & controls design
✓ Installation & commissioning
✓ Preventative maintenance
✓ Emergency servicing
✓ Long‑term technical support
✓ Compliance documentation
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24/7 Emergency Response

System down? Inventory at risk? We move now.

Rapid emergency dispatch, temporary cooling deployment and on‑site repair across Ontario — engineered to protect your inventory, your compliance and your operational continuity.

Financing & Rental Solutions

Upgrade your refrigeration today — pay on terms that work for your business.

In partnership with Econolease, COLDMOOSE offers flexible equipment financing and rental programs designed for Ontario's meat processing, slaughterhouse and food storage operators. Get the industrial refrigeration capacity you need without locking up working capital.

Financing

Equipment Financing with Econolease

Spread the cost of new refrigeration systems, walk‑in freezers, blast chillers and full plant upgrades over predictable monthly payments.

  • Terms from 24 to 84 months
  • 100% financing — including installation, controls and commissioning
  • Fast credit approvals, often within 24–48 hours
  • Tax‑deductible payments on qualifying equipment
  • Preserve cash flow and bank credit lines
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Rental

Refrigeration Equipment Rental

Need cooling capacity now? Rent commercial walk‑in coolers, freezers and refrigeration units for short‑term projects, seasonal demand or emergency continuity.

  • Short‑ and long‑term rental agreements
  • Rapid deployment for emergency cold storage
  • Fully serviced, monitored and maintained
  • Scale up or down as production needs change
  • Option to convert rental into ownership
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FAQ

Answers from Ontario refrigeration specialists.

What temperature should fresh meat be stored at?

Fresh meat is typically held at -1 °C to +2 °C with controlled humidity. COLDMOOSE engineers each room to your specific product mix and dwell time.

What is blast chilling and do we need it?

Blast chilling rapidly reduces carcass core temperature post‑slaughter, locking in freshness and meeting food safety thresholds. It's recommended for any high‑throughput slaughter or cooked‑product operation.

How is refrigeration sizing determined?

Through a full heat‑load calculation: product mass, pull‑down rate, infiltration, lighting, personnel and process equipment — not rules of thumb.

How do you manage humidity in meat rooms?

Through evaporator selection, coil temperature differentials, airflow design and, where required, dedicated humidification or dehumidification.

What are typical installation timelines?

Most projects range from 4–16 weeks from approved design to commissioning, depending on scope and equipment lead times.

Do you offer preventative maintenance contracts?

Yes — tiered PM programs with scheduled inspections, performance reporting and priority emergency response.

Is 24/7 emergency service available?

Yes, across Ontario. Our emergency team includes temporary cooling deployment options to protect inventory.

How energy efficient are your systems?

We design with EC fans, variable‑speed compressors, low‑GWP refrigerants and heat recovery — significantly outperforming legacy plants.

Can systems scale as our facility grows?

Yes. We engineer for current load with planned expansion capacity, modular evaporators and compressor headroom.

Do you support CFIA / HACCP documentation?

Our monitoring and alarm packages produce the temperature records and traceability your inspectors expect.

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Get a refrigeration system engineered for your facility.

Tell us about your operation. A COLDMOOSE refrigeration specialist will respond within one business day to schedule your facility evaluation.

  • Free initial consultation
  • On‑site facility evaluation
  • Custom engineering proposal
  • Ontario‑wide service coverage

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