Addverb’s Multi-Pro transforms Australia’s cold storage logistics with efficient, automated, high-density pallet handling technology.
Australia’s logistics landscape is evolving rapidly, and one of the most significant transformations is happening in the cold storage sector.
While the country is known for its warm climate, its growing demand for temperature-controlled logistics is turning it into a “cold country” in terms of infrastructure and innovation. From fresh produce and dairy to meat and pharmaceuticals, the need for efficient cold storage and seamless supply chain operations has never been greater.
This is where Addverb’s Multi-Pro, a next-generation mother-child shuttle system, steps in to redefine the way cold storage facilities operate. Designed for high-density pallet storage and retrieval, Multi-Pro enables efficient movement of goods within temperature-controlled environments ranging from –25°C to +45°C. The ‘mother’ shuttle travels along the main aisle carrying the ‘child’ shuttle, which enters the storage lanes to handle pallets with precision and speed. This dual-level automation allows for faster throughput, minimal human intervention, and optimal space utilisation, all crucial factors in the cost-intensive cold chain sector.
Cold storage facilities in Australia face unique challenges: vast geographic distances, rising energy costs, and a growing need to maintain strict temperature control during long hauls. The agricultural and food export industries, in particular, rely heavily on reliable cold chain networks to preserve product quality from farm to fork. Major investments, such as NewCold’s massive automated high-bay facility in Melbourne, highlight how the sector is rapidly scaling to meet demand. Such infrastructure is setting new standards for automation, sustainability, and operational efficiency across the region.
In this context, Multi-Pro’s high-density automation presents a perfect fit for the Australian market. Its ability to operate in extreme cold conditions ensures minimal product degradation, while its design maximises storage capacity within limited footprints, a growing necessity in urban industrial areas. By automating storage and retrieval, Multi-Pro reduces dependence on manual labour, mitigates safety risks in low-temperature environments, and enhances overall productivity.
Australia’s shift toward becoming a ‘cold country’ isn’t defined by weather but by the strength of its cold chain network. As automation continues to reshape warehouses and distribution centres, technologies like Multi-Pro are becoming the backbone of this transformation. By merging intelligence, precision, and reliability, Addverb’s Multi-Pro is not just improving efficiency, it’s setting the stage for the future of smart, sustainable logistics in Australia.
