Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Cold Storage and Construction Solutions
For over five decades, Tippmann Group has established itself as a leader in cold storage excellence, delivering innovative solutions for the food industry. Founded in 1968, our family-owned business combines deep expertise in temperature-controlled facility design, construction, and operation with a commitment to personalized customer service. Our dual focus on refrigeration technology and owner/operator experience enables us to address complex challenges in cold storage logistics. As a vertically integrated organization, we manage Tippmann Construction and Interstate Warehousing, providing clients with end-to-end capabilities from facility planning to ongoing operations.Our development of proprietary systems like the QFR Zone and QTR Zone demonstrates our dedication to advancing energy-efficient freezing and thawing technologies. With a nationwide network of over 140 million cubic feet of cold storage space, we serve diverse food industry clients while maintaining the personal relationships that have defined our success since our inception.
Services
Cold Storage Warehousing
Construction Services
QFR Zone Installation
Property Management
Blast Freezing Systems
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of specialized experience in food industry cold storage solutions
- Family-owned business combining technical expertise with personalized service
- Owner/operators of temperature-controlled facilities nationwide
- Developers of patented QFR Zone blast freezing technology
- Fifth largest public refrigerated warehouse company in North America
Services
Cold Storage Warehousing
We provide comprehensive cold storage solutions with over 140 million cubic feet of temperature-controlled space across North America. Our facilities maintain precise environmental conditions for food products, featuring advanced inventory management systems and 24/7 monitoring. With locations in key logistics hubs, we ensure efficient distribution while maintaining product integrity through state-of-the-art refrigeration technology.
Construction Services
Our design/build construction services specialize in temperature-controlled food processing plants and cold storage warehouses. Combining engineering expertise with operational experience, we deliver facilities that optimize workflow efficiency and regulatory compliance. From initial planning to final construction, we implement innovative solutions like our proprietary QFR Zone system to enhance energy efficiency and operational performance.
QFR Zone Installation
The QFR Zone system revolutionizes blast freezing with improved airflow dynamics that reduce energy consumption and labor costs. This patented technology freezes products faster while maintaining quality, with recent enhancements like the Perforated Plenum Panel increasing system flexibility. Our installations integrate seamlessly with existing cold storage infrastructure for optimal performance.
Property Management
We manage office and industrial properties including the Historic Lincoln Tower in Fort Wayne. Our property management services combine modern infrastructure with operational expertise, ensuring optimal facility performance and tenant satisfaction. This includes maintenance of temperature-controlled environments and logistics-optimized layouts for food industry clients.
Thawing Systems
Our QTR Zone technology provides rapid, controlled thawing of frozen products while maintaining food safety standards. This system utilizes the same airflow principles as our QFR Zone to ensure consistent results and energy efficiency. Designed for high-volume operations, it integrates with existing cold storage workflows to streamline processing operations.
People
John Tippmann Sr.
Founder
Founded Tippmann Construction in 1968 and established Interstate Warehousing operations. Pioneered cold storage industry innovations while building a family-owned business focused on quality and customer relationships.
Chuck Tippmann
Former President
Led Tippmann Group from 1992 to 2013, expanding cold storage operations and developing proprietary freezing technologies. Maintained family business values while growing national warehouse capacity.
John Tippmann Jr.
Current President
Assumed leadership in 2013, continuing family tradition of innovation in temperature-controlled logistics. Focuses on expanding national cold storage network and advancing proprietary freezing technologies.
Executive Vice President
Executive Leadership
Manages strategic operations across Tippmann Group's construction and warehousing divisions. Oversees implementation of new technologies and expansion of cold storage facilities nationwide.
Senior Vice President
Division Head
Directs specific business units including Tippmann Construction and Interstate Warehousing. Ensures alignment with company's core values while managing day-to-day operations and client relationships.
Questions
What services does Tippmann Group offer?
We provide cold storage warehousing, temperature-controlled facility construction, and property management services. Our proprietary QFR Zone and QTR Zone systems offer advanced freezing and thawing solutions for the food industry.
How long has Tippmann Group been in business?
Since 1968, we've specialized in cold storage solutions. Our family-owned business has grown to become the fifth largest public refrigerated warehouse company in North America.
What areas do you serve?
We operate a nationwide network of cold storage facilities across the United States, with locations in Indiana, Illinois, Ohio, Colorado, Arizona, Tennessee, and Virginia.
What is the QFR Zone system?
Our patented QFR Zone is an in-rack blast freezing system that improves energy efficiency and reduces freezing times. The latest version features a Perforated Plenum Panel for enhanced operational flexibility.
