Why Freezing And Storage Should Not Be Designed Independently

An interview with Claus Exenberger, freeze & thaw expert at Single Use Support

Treating freezing and ultra-cold storage as separate unit operations creates fragmented workflows, extra material handling, and avoidable operational complexity, particularly as batch sizes grow and facilities must accommodate multiple primary packaging formats like single-use bags and bottles.

The fix is integrated design. Claus Exenberger, a single-use and storage expert featured in this interview, explains why these two operations must be planned as a unified system rather than optimized in isolation. CDMOs and multi-product facilities face the greatest pressure here, but the principle applies broadly: facility design decisions made independently at each stage compound into larger inefficiencies downstream.

Access the interview below to learn how integrated freezing and storage design can reduce material handling complexity and improve operational consistency across your facility.