From keeping produce crisp to preserving pharmaceuticals, the cold storage and refrigerated warehousing industry plays a vital role in everyday life. Behind the scenes, advanced cooling systems are hard at work—and two key components often making the difference are intercoolers and subcoolers.
These unsung heroes help facilities run more efficiently, maintain consistent temperatures, and protect the quality of temperature-sensitive products.
At Genemco, we’ve spent decades helping cold storage operations across the country find the right used cooling equipment—from top brands like Frick and FES to E.L. Nickell Co., RVS, Vilter, and more. If you're looking for reliable intercoolers and subcoolers, we’re your go-to partner for quality and value.
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Why Intercoolers and Subcoolers Matter in Cold Storage
Refrigerated warehouses and cold storage facilities can’t afford temperature fluctuations. Even small inefficiencies in a cooling system can lead to increased energy bills, spoiled inventory, or equipment breakdowns. That’s where intercoolers and subcoolers come in.
What Does an Intercooler Do?
In multi-stage compression systems—common in industrial refrigeration—air or gas is compressed in stages. This process generates heat, which can reduce efficiency and wear down components. Intercoolers cool the air between these stages, improving the system’s performance and reliability.
In cold storage facilities, this means:
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More efficient compressor operation
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Reduced wear and tear on equipment
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Lower energy consumption
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More reliable cold environments for inventory
What’s the Role of a Subcooler?
While intercoolers deal with air or gas, subcoolers work with refrigerants. Their job is to lower the refrigerant’s temperature below its condensation point—ensuring that more refrigerant enters the evaporator as a liquid. This improves cooling capacity and energy efficiency.
For cold storage and warehouse applications, this translates to:
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Tighter temperature control across large spaces
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Improved system efficiency during peak loads
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Reduced risk of product spoilage
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Lower operating costs
Whether you’re storing frozen foods, vaccines, dairy, or fresh produce, subcoolers help ensure consistent performance across all temperature zones.
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Real Impact on Real Facilities
Imagine a high-volume cold storage warehouse handling frozen seafood. The facility needs to maintain -10°F consistently. Without a reliable cooling system—including intercoolers and subcoolers—temperatures could fluctuate, risking product loss and costly downtime.
By integrating the right subcooling and interstage cooling components, the facility not only keeps inventory safe, but also sees significant energy savings month after month. That’s the kind of difference the right equipment makes.
Why Choose Genemco?
We get it—buying new equipment can be expensive, especially when margins are tight. That’s why so many companies turn to Genemco. We offer high-quality used intercoolers and subcoolers that are tested, reliable, and available at a fraction of the cost of new.
Our inventory includes trusted names like:
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E.L. Nickell Co.
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FES
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Frick
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RVS
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RECO
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Vilter, and more.
Our team takes the time to understand your needs and help you find the right solution—fast.
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Ready to Keep Things Cool?
Whether you’re building out a cold storage facility or upgrading your current system, Genemco has the equipment and expertise to help you stay cool under pressure.
👉 Visit Genemco.com to view our current inventory of used intercoolers and subcoolers—or give us a call. We’re here to help you protect what matters most.
