The Next Wave of Cold Storage in Central Texas: RealCold’s Lockhart Facility 

Central Texas is booming, and with that growth comes a higher demand for fresh, temperature-sensitive goods. To better serve the region’s diverse markets, RealCold is proud to introduce not just a 310,000-square-foot cold storage facility, but a comprehensive Logistics Campus in Lockhart. Strategically located along State Highway 130, this cutting-edge campus is positioned to transform the cold chain for food producers, retailers, foodservice providers, and e-commerce ventures alike. 

Why Lockhart, Texas? 
Just 30 minutes from Austin and under an hour from San Antonio, Lockhart bridges key Central Texas markets. This proximity slashes transportation costs, cuts delivery times, and ensures perishable items maintain their freshness from departure to arrival. 

Streamlined Access 
Positioned off State Highway 130, businesses gain direct routes not only to Austin and San Antonio but also to Houston and Dallas. Whether you’re restocking grocery aisles or shipping pre-packaged meals, Lockhart’s strategic network keeps products moving swiftly and efficiently. 

Serving a Growing Demand 
With Texas’s population on the rise, the appetite for cold-stored goods has never been stronger. From established corporations to challenger brands, everyone needs a reliable cold chain partner who can support expansion without jeopardizing quality. 

Flexible Technology for All Temperatures 
RealCold’s Lockhart Logistics Campus can handle a range of conditions, from deep frozen to gently chilled, allowing brands to store a variety of products under optimal settings. Whether you specialize in fresh produce, frozen meals, or specialty beverages, our multi-zoned approach helps keep your items market-ready. 

Advanced Cold Storage Technology 
The RealCold Lockhart facility is designed to support a wide range of products and industries with flexibility and innovation at its core. Here’s how our technology makes a difference: 

Customizable Temperature Zones 
Tailor each area of the warehouse to the precise climate your products demand, reducing spoilage and ensuring peak quality. 

Energy-Efficient Design 
True to RealCold’s commitment to sustainability, the Lockhart site features eco-friendly refrigeration systems that save energy without compromising performance. 

Automation & Scalability 
Streamlined inventory tracking and automated workflows minimize human error, keeping pace with fast-growing brands that see unpredictable or seasonal order surges. 

More Than Cold Storage: A Build-to-Suit Logistics Campus 
While temperature control is at the heart of this campus, RealCold recognizes that modern businesses often need more than just storage. That’s why our build-to-suit solutions extend beyond warehousing and include potential manufacturing or production spaces. Whether you’re looking to expand a small-scale processing line or establish a new production facility, our Lockhart campus is designed to adapt to your business model, giving you the flexibility to evolve alongside market demands. 

Who Will Benefit from RealCold’s Lockhart Facility? 

Food Producers 
Keep fruits, vegetables, and proteins at their best in a storage environment designed to preserve freshness. 

Grocers & Retailers 
Enjoy quicker restocks for fresh items and lower shrink rates, thanks to Lockhart’s central placement among major cities. 

Food Service Companies 
Depend on timely, reliable deliveries of temperature-controlled ingredients and ready-to-serve meals. 

Challenger & E-Commerce Brands 
From frozen meal kits to artisanal desserts, e-commerce businesses need precise picking, packing, and shipping. our facility’s systems offer the speed and accuracy necessary for next-day and two-day deliveries. 

A Cold Chain Built to Grow With You 
Regardless of whether you’re a large-scale producer or a niche startup with big ambitions, RealCold’s Lockhart site is built to scale alongside your business. Featuring 310,000 square feet of flexible storage, plus on-campus build-to-suit potential for manufacturing and production, it’s ready to adapt as your product lines and customer base expand. 

Connecting All of Texas—And Beyond 
By rooting our facility in Lockhart, RealCold helps unite the state’s major metro areas in one seamless network. It’s never been easier to get products from farm to table or factory to doorstep, all while maintaining strict temperature integrity. 

Ready to Redefine Your Cold Chain? 
RealCold’s new Lockhart facility is more than a warehouse—it’s a game-changer. Backed by decades of cold chain experience, we’re here to help you thrive in Central Texas’s evolving market. 

Contact us today to learn how our advanced cold storage solutions, integrated Logistics Campus, and build-to-suit opportunities can optimize your operations, safeguard product quality, and boost customer satisfaction. 

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See what Lockhart has to offer

The RealCold Lockhart facility is going to the centerpiece of an industrial campus located just off of State Rd 130. The location sits between Austin and San Antonio, allowing it serve both of these fast growing urban centers. To witness the vision of this facility, and to learn more about the location, building features, and campus attributes click the video to the right for a short film.