Mile Hi Express | 12550 E. 33rd Ave, Aurora, CO 80011

Refrigerated & Frozen Storage Denver, CO

Mile Hi Express provides short-term and long-term refrigerated and frozen storage solutions for food businesses along the Front Range of Colorado — with full inventory management, cross-docking, and last-mile delivery built in.

  • Aurora facility 12550 E. 33rd Ave
  • Frozen storage at or below 0°F (-18°C)
  • Refrigerated storage 33°F – 41°F (0.5°C – 5°C)
Long Term Freezer Storage

What we offer

Long-term frozen storage

Months or years of climate-controlled freezer space. Buy in bulk, reduce replenishment costs, and let us manage your inventory.

Short-term freezer storage

Need product held for a day or two while you arrange pickup? Last-minute requests welcome — no minimum order size.

Cooler & refrigerated storage

For fresh produce, dairy, and other perishables that require consistent cool temperatures without freezing.

Expert Tips
Ensure your products are appropriately packaged for cold storage to maintain quality and prevent freezer burn. Proper packaging safeguards your items during storage and transit.
- Brit Schabacker

Full cold chain services — not just storage

Mile Hi Express goes beyond the warehouse. We receive your inventory, manage and track it with our WMS software, pull and build orders, then redeliver or cross-dock — so your cold chain runs without interruption.

Short Term Freezer Storage

Inventory management & WMS tracking

Real-time stock visibility. We track every pallet, pull orders on your behalf, and flag discrepancies before they become problems.

Front Range delivery

We redeliver frozen or refrigerated product on our own trucks to your customers anywhere along the Front Range of Colorado.

Cross-docking services

Need product consolidated and transferred to an outbound carrier — including carriers going out of state? We handle the handoff.

OS&D management

Overage, Shortage & Damaged reporting handled professionally so discrepancies are documented and resolved quickly.

LTL freight consolidation

Pay only for the space you use. Consolidate shipments to cut costs versus full truckload rates.

Dry storage available

Need ambient storage alongside your cold chain? We offer cooler, freezer, and dry storage under one roof in Aurora, CO.

What products can be stored?

Our temperature-controlled facility handles a wide range of food and perishable products, including:

  • Meat, poultry, and seafood
  • Fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables
  • Dairy products (butter, cheese, milk, yogurt)
  • Baked goods and prepared meals
  • Food service and wholesale ingredients
  • Specialty and craft food products

Expert tip: Always package products appropriately for cold storage to maintain quality and prevent freezer burn. Proper packaging protects items during both storage and transit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between refrigerated storage and frozen storage at Mile Hi Express?

Frozen storage maintains temperatures at or below 0°F (-18°C) and is designed for long-term preservation of meats, seafood, baked goods, and prepared meals. Refrigerated (cooler) storage operates between 33°F and 41°F (0.5°C to 5°C) and is ideal for fresh produce, dairy, and other perishables that must stay cold without freezing. Mile Hi Express offers both types at its Aurora, Colorado facility.

Does Mile Hi Express offer last-minute or short-term freezer storage?

Yes. Mile Hi Express accepts last-minute short-term storage requests regardless of order size. All we need is confirmation of who is dropping the product off and who is authorized to release it. Product can typically be held for as little as a day or two while you arrange onward pickup or delivery.

What inventory management services are included with frozen storage?

Mile Hi Express provides comprehensive inventory management using WMS (warehouse management software). This includes receiving inventory, tracking stock levels, pulling and building orders, and coordinating outbound delivery or cross-docking. Clients have direct access to their product at all times and receive OS&D (Overage, Shortage & Damaged) reporting for full accountability.

Where does Mile Hi Express deliver refrigerated and frozen orders?

Mile Hi Express delivers throughout the Front Range of Colorado, including Denver, Aurora, Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and surrounding communities. For outbound shipments beyond Colorado, we cross-dock product onto carriers heading out of state from our Aurora facility at 12550 E. 33rd Ave.

How can buying in bulk with long-term freezer storage save my business money?

Long-term frozen storage allows businesses to purchase truckload quantities of product at lower per-unit costs rather than paying LTL (Less Than Truckload) rates for smaller, more frequent orders. Since frozen food can remain viable for months or even years when stored correctly, the upfront investment in bulk purchasing reduces the ongoing cost of constantly replenishing inventory.

Ready to simplify your cold chain in Colorado?

Whether you need a single pallet stored overnight or ongoing long-term freezer management for a growing distribution operation, Mile Hi Express has a solution that fits. Our team is ready to receive your product, manage your inventory, and keep your customers supplied — without the overhead of running your own warehouse.

Call us today at 303-296-8465 or request a quote online. We serve businesses of all sizes along the Front Range — and last-minute requests are always welcome.