Perishable Goods Coolers And Freezers For Rent

Dependable temporary cold storage for food distribution businesses

Dealing in perishables is a constant challenge. In addition to the logistics challenges other distributors face, such as seasonal demand surges, managing overflow stock, and recovering from disasters, your foods need to stay at a constant temperature to keep them fresh, and there’s a limit to how long they stay viable.

At Polar Leasing, our temporary refrigeration and freezer units are built to meet the changing short- or long-term needs of food distributors.

Sanitary food industry cooler and freezer rentals

The food industry requires strict adherence to health and safety regulations to guard against the growth of harmful bacteria and protect consumers.

Instead of the foamed-in insulation common in panel boxes, each Polar Leasing unit has polyisocyanurate rigid board insulation encapsulated in fiberglass, inside and out. The rigid board completely surrounds the box, eliminating hot spots, while the seamless layer eliminates cracks that attract bacteria and creates a smooth, anti-microbial surface that is easy to clean and extremely durable.

Polar Leasing’s unique fiberglass interior also offers another big advantage. Its bright white color reflects light better than competitors’ options, making it easier for your staff to find what they need inside.

Compliant perishable goods coolers and freezers

Whether your need a cooler rental for fish, a freezer rental for meats, or cold storage for any other perishables, our ultra-efficient walk ins meet or exceed all applicable health and safety standards and comply with all FDA and USDA regulations for food distribution.

Customization options

Standard, oversized, or custom units
Dual-temperature units available
Adjustable shelving
Light and bright interiors
Antimicrobial surface coating
Optional backup power
Custom door and entry configurations

Get up and running fast

Need a perishable goods cooler right away? As the provider with the largest refrigerated rental fleet in the US, we always have a walk in cooler nearby and ready to ship through our nationwide distribution network. Our fully assembled standalone units arrive ready to operate in just a few hours with a simple electrical hookup.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does a stationary unit make more sense than a refrigerated trailer for a food distributor managing overflow capacity?

Polar King refrigerated storage units are ground-level, electric-powered, and designed for stationary use at a fixed facility, making them better suited for overflow staging and holding storage than for active delivery routes. Refrigerated trailers are built for over-the-road use and are less practical as a stationary solution since they require a running diesel refrigeration system and elevated access via a trailer deck. For grocery delivery operations that need both overflow storage at a distribution point and transport capacity, the two approaches serve different functions and are often used together.

What cold storage options are available for distributors managing seasonal demand?

Food distributors managing seasonal demand spikes typically have two options: temporary rental units that can be deployed quickly without permanent construction, or permanent walk in cooler and freezer installations sized for sustained high-volume storage. Rental units offer the flexibility to scale capacity up during peak periods and return units when demand normalizes, while permanent solutions make more sense for operations where elevated demand is predictable and ongoing. Both approaches can be sized and configured around the specific temperature ranges and product categories the operation handles.

How does a rental walk in freezer unit keep a distribution operation running during an equipment failure or facility renovation?

A rental walk in freezer unit provides an immediately deployable cold storage solution that maintains the sub-zero temperatures frozen food distribution requires, without interrupting operations while the other unit is repaired or replaced. Units arrive fully assembled and require only a standard electrical connection to begin operating, so they can be placed outside the facility and brought online the same day. For operations with extended renovation timelines, month-to-month rental terms allow the unit to stay in place as long as needed without committing to a fixed removal date.

How do Polar King units support cold chain continuity during the receiving and staging phase of produce distribution?

Walk in cooler and freezer units maintain consistent temperature control throughout the storage period, which supports cold chain integrity during the receiving and pre-dispatch staging phase of fresh produce distribution. The seamless fiberglass construction limits thermal transfer from the exterior environment, and the self-contained refrigeration system operates independently of the facility’s existing HVAC or refrigeration infrastructure.

What temperature ranges do Polar King units cover for distribution operations handling multiple product categories on the same site?

Polar King food distribution units are available across a temperature range that covers both standard refrigeration and frozen storage. Cooler units can be set between 35 degrees Fahrenheit and -10 degrees Fahrenheit, while dedicated freezer units are configured to hold at 0 degrees Fahrenheit or -10 degrees Fahrenheit. For sites handling multiple product categories with different storage requirements, cooler and freezer units can be placed side by side and operated independently.

What sub-zero storage and transport options are available for frozen specialty products that require sustained low temperatures?

Food distribution operations requiring sustained sub-zero temperatures can choose between temporary rental freezer units for short-term or overflow storage needs and permanent walk in freezer installations for ongoing frozen product distribution. Both options are available across a temperature range appropriate for frozen specialty products, and the right choice depends on whether the storage need is seasonal, emergency-based, or a permanent part of the facility’s infrastructure. For the transport leg of the operation, Polar King Mobile offers refrigerated trailer solutions designed to hold frozen product temperatures during over-the-road delivery.

How quickly can a unit be deployed at a food distribution facility responding to an unplanned supply chain disruption?

In most service areas, Polar King can deliver a temporary refrigerated storage unit within 24 to 48 hours of the initial request, and same-day delivery may be available in some locations depending on fleet availability and proximity to the nearest depot. Units arrive pre-assembled and require only a standard electrical connection to become operational, with no installation crew or refrigeration technician needed on site. For a faster permanent walk in unit option, Polar King offers a Quick Build program for common sizes that provides faster delivery than fully custom builds. For distribution facilities responding to an unplanned disruption, contacting Polar King as early as possible gives the most flexibility on unit size selection and delivery timing.