Warehouse Cooling
Warehouse HVAC in Umm Sidrah
In Umm Sidrah, north-east Jeddah, large warehouses and light factories need cooling systems that hold temperature across wide open spaces under heavy metal roofs. Alrabih's team zones the building by use and balances cooling for each area.
- Zone control
- Stock protection
- Directed ventilation
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When your warehouse needs a proper HVAC system
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Heat that damages stored stock
Food, pharmaceutical and electronics stock all have storage temperature limits. When a metal warehouse roof bakes under Jeddah's sun, the air inside becomes a direct threat to shelf life and product quality. The solution starts with a survey of the racking layout to find the critical zones.
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Workers overheating in the picking area
Workers in the picking and loading area move constantly under a hot roof. Natural ventilation alone is not enough in summer. We choose between direct cooling and evaporative cooling based on a site survey and the indoor humidity level.
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Warehouse offices that are never comfortable
Supervisor and reception offices have different needs from the large storage hall. Putting them on one system raises cost and weakens performance in both areas. We give the office zone its own system and link it to the warehouse with pressure-control points.
Who it's for
Storing heat-sensitive stock in a warehouse
We locate the critical zone in the racking layout and design an independent cooling system with its own controls, keeping that area at a safe temperature separate from the rest of the warehouse.
Ask on WhatsAppBuilding a new warehouse and need HVAC from the start
We join the project at design stage before the roof closes, mapping cooling zones, ventilation and duct routes to fit the racking plan and loading doors from the outset.
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What the system covers
- Racking layout and zone map
- Cooling units per zone
- Ductwork from our workshop
- Independent controls per zone
- Airflow check after start-up
How we work
How we work
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Site survey
We visit the warehouse, measure the internal height, review the racking layout and the positions of loading doors and offices, then map the main thermal zones before proposing any system.
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System design and zoning
We design a system for each zone: central or split units for offices and critical stock areas, and evaporative or mechanical ventilation for the picking area where indoor humidity allows it.
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Duct fabrication and installation
We fabricate round and rectangular ductwork in our workshop from G90 galvanised sheet to the site dimensions, insulate with Armaflex or Kimmco materials, then mount the units, run the copper and connect the control points.
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Start-up and handover
We start each zone separately, measure airflow at multiple points across the warehouse floor, and check that all drain lines are clear before handing over.
A zoned system or unplanned scattered units?
| Alrabih | The usual way | |
|---|---|---|
| Zone design | Surveyed and mapped before fitting | Units added when complaints come |
| Ductwork | Fabricated to site dimensions | Flex duct without calculation |
| Evaporative cooling | Where humidity allows it | Fitted without measuring humidity |
| Sensitive stock | Separate zone with its own control | Left in the general air |
| Copper runs | Mueller, weld-free to 30 m | Multiple welded joints |
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From system design and duct fabrication to installation, commissioning and maintenance.

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Some of our work
Ductwork, rooftop units and diffusers, from work we've completed in Jeddah.
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What our customers say
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From Al Shiraa and Al Yaqout in the north to Al Thaghr and Al Quraiyat in the south, with our base in Al Aziziyah.

What sets this district apart
Umm Sidrah is an expanding industrial and commercial zone with tall warehouses under metal roofs that absorb intense heat all day, often with open spaces between shelving and weak natural ventilation. Central cooling or large package units are essential here because fast, even cooling protects stock and cuts heat stress on workers. The high ceilings and wide entrances make outdoor unit and duct installation straightforward, but the heat load stays high because of direct solar absorption by the metal skin.
Umm Sidrah lies in north-east Jeddah, an active industrial and storage zone with large warehouses and light factories spread across wide plots.
Most warehouses here use medium to large package units or central ducted cooling to cover the wide open spaces.
The AC setup in Umm Sidrah
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Large package units
Most warehouses use large package units sited on the roof or along external walls, distributing cool air through insulated ducts.
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Central ducted cooling with zone dividers
Larger warehouses benefit from a central system split into separate zones, each with its own temperature control to save energy and protect different stock types.
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Supplemental cooling for sensitive areas
If the warehouse stores heat-sensitive stock, a smaller area may need supplemental cooling or separate humidity control.
Before the visit
Before our visit in Umm Sidrah
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Mark out zones of different use
Before the visit, mark out which areas need more cooling (such as heat-sensitive storage) and which are general-use, so we can balance the system.
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Ensure roof and exterior wall access is clear
Package units and ducts are installed on the roof or along exterior walls, so make sure the team can access these safely without obstacles.
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Provide current electrical details and any existing ductwork
Tell us the current electrical panel capacity and whether any old ventilation or cooling ducts exist that could be reused or extended.
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FAQ
Questions about Warehouse HVAC
Is evaporative cooling right for a warehouse in Jeddah?
It depends on indoor humidity levels and the type of stock stored. In well-ventilated open areas where stock is not sensitive to a small rise in humidity, evaporative cooling can work well. The site survey gives a clear answer before any decision is made.
How do you handle the height in tall warehouse bays?
In a tall bay, cool air settles low and hot air rises, which works in your favour when diffusers are aimed correctly at the working level and the racking. We set diffuser angles and positions during design based on the racking height and the movement aisles.
Can cold storage zones link to the rest of the warehouse system?
Cold rooms and freezer rooms run on their own refrigeration systems, which we install as a separate service. What we handle here is the ambient air around those room doors, so warm warehouse air does not rush in when they open, managed by pressure zoning between the two spaces.
Do warehouse air ducts need insulation?
Yes, especially ducts that run close to the hot metal roof. Without insulation, cool air gains heat before it reaches the diffusers and loses much of its effect. We insulate with Armaflex or Kimmco materials and seal joints with Foster sealants to stop air leaks.
Does airflow distribution differ between tall racking aisles and open floor areas?
Yes. In tall racking aisles the airflow path narrows and slows, so we choose directional diffusers that push air along the aisle length rather than spreading it sideways. In open floor areas we use wider-angle diffusers. The angle and position of each diffuser are set at design stage based on the aisle width and racking height.
Our warehouse has a metal roof, how do you handle the intense heat build-up?
Metal roofs absorb heat directly, so we select cooling units with sufficient capacity to compensate, and may recommend additional insulation or reflective shading to cut the heat load.
Our warehouse has tall shelving and wide aisles, how do you distribute cooling evenly?
We divide the warehouse into zones by use and height, then install distributed ducts and vents in each zone to ensure even airflow between the shelving.
Umm Sidrah's air is very dry and hot, does this affect the cooling choice?
Yes, the intense heat and dry air raise the cooling load on any unit, so we select systems with higher capacity and may recommend additional cooling if the stock is heat-sensitive.
With high ceilings and large areas, what electrical upgrades are needed for the cooling?
Large package and central units need substantial dedicated power supply, so we inspect the current distribution board and determine whether additional circuits or a transformer upgrade is needed.












































































