CrownTonka Walk-ins/ThermalRite

What CrownTonka Walk-ins/ThermalRite does

CrownTonka Walk-ins / ThermalRite is a U.S. manufacturer of custom-built commercial walk-in coolers and freezers, operating as two product brands within the privately held parent company Everidge, Inc. (headquartered in Plymouth, Minnesota). The brands serve foodservice operators (restaurants, hospitality, schools, correctional facilities), food retailers (grocery, convenience, drug and dollar stores, distribution centers), controlled-environment customers (agriculture/grow rooms, biopharma, healthcare, funeral services), and industrial/commercial facilities requiring large-scale cold storage.

The core technology is a modular walk-in panel system using high-density foam polyurethane rail insulation (available in Foam Rail or Wood Rail configurations) clad in embossed 26 gauge galvanized steel, with insulation thickness options of 3.5, 4, 5, or 6 inches and panel heights up to 24 feet. Refrigeration systems are supplied in the ½ hp to 6 hp standard range and up to 40 hp for larger installations, sourced and project-sized through technology-integrated partnerships with Heatcraft Refrigeration and HTPG. Operating temperature range spans -30°F to +80°F. The product portfolio also includes reach-in display units, environmental chambers, mobile cold-storage units, replacement doors, blast chillers and shock freezers, UV disinfection (Everidge UV Pro), monitoring (SmartRite), and sanitary steel finishes (Sanisteel). Units carry multiple certifications including EISA, NSF, UL, ULC, DOE, IECC, California Energy Code, and USDA approved materials, alongside state and municipal licenses.

The business model is predominantly one-time hardware sales of project-engineered cold-storage systems priced through custom quotes based on panel dimensions, insulation specification, temperature requirements, refrigeration capacity, and finish selections. Sales are executed through a nationwide network of direct local sales representatives and an online quote-request workflow for mid-market buyers, with channel sales conducted through refrigeration equipment distributors aligned with Heatcraft and HTPG. Professional services — design, engineering, construction, and replacement parts — provide supplemental revenue and a recurring aftermarket tail. Marketing relies on direct field sales, the Everidge corporate website, email newsletter, organic social (Facebook, LinkedIn), and industry event participation including a "Capture the COOL" campaign. The company is privately held under Everidge, Inc., with no disclosed funding rounds, no recent M&A, and no public listing.

Name

CrownTonka Walk-ins/ThermalRite

Legal name

Everidge, Inc.

Website

https://crowntonka.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

CrownTonka Walk-ins and ThermalRite are U.S. brands under Everidge, Inc. that design and manufacture custom modular walk-in coolers and freezers with high-density foam polyurethane panels, serving foodservice operators, food retailers, and controlled-environment customers across the United States through direct field sales and refrigeration OEM partners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial Cold Storage Equipment

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341), Air-Conditioning and Warm Air Heating Equipment and Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (333415), Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Walk-In Cooler Service & Repair (HSAOAJAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Walk-In Freezer Service & Repair (HSAOAJAC), Cold Room Panels, Doors & Seals Repair (HSAOAJAK)

Keywords

• Commercial cold storage
• Walk-in coolers
• Walk-in freezers
• Refrigerated warehousing
• Modular insulation panels

Headquarters

HQ city

Plymouth

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Walk-In Cooler and Freezer Sales: Custom-built walk-in coolers, freezers, reach-in display coolers, and combination cooler/freezer units sold as one-time hardware purchases with optional design and engineering services. Products feature glass doors, display shelving, and modular construction tailored to customer specifications.
2. Professional Services: Design and engineering services for custom cold storage solutions built to exact specifications. Construction services and parts/replacement services provide ongoing revenue opportunities.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CrownTonka Walk-ins and ThermalRite manufacture custom-built commercial walk-in coolers, walk-in freezers, reach-in display coolers, and combination cooler/freezer units with high-density foam polyurethane rail panels, modular panel construction, and pre-installed refrigeration systems. Solutions are tailored to customer specifications (panel size, insulation thickness, temperature range, finishes, accessories) for foodservice, food retail, controlled-environment, and industrial customers across the United States.

Product overview

CrownTonka (CrownTonka Walk-ins) and ThermalRite are brands under Everidge offering a comprehensive portfolio of commercial refrigeration solutions. The core offerings include customizable walk-in coolers and freezers (CrownTonka and ThermalRite brands), reach-in display units, and modular construction systems. The portfolio also includes complementary add-on modules such as SmartRite monitoring systems, Everidge UV Pro disinfection, Sanisteel sanitary finishes, blast chillers and shock freezers, environmental chambers, mobile units, and refrigeration systems. Both brands share a common architecture using high-density foam polyurethane insulation panels (3.5" to 6" thickness) with temperature ranges from -30°F to +80°F, and offer design and engineering services for custom specifications. The products are distributed through a network of local representatives and compatible with a range of branded accessories.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• CrownTonka: Custom walk-in coolers and freezers for convenience stores, supermarkets, and warehouse clubs, featuring energy-efficient tailored cooling options, glass doors, display shelving, and modular construction.
• ThermalRite

Products and services

• CrownTonka Walk-In Coolers and Freezers Custom walk-in coolers and freezers for convenience stores, supermarkets, and warehouse clubs featuring modular construction, glass doors, display shelving, and energy-efficient designs with temperature ranges from -30°F to +80°F. Sold to foodservice and food retail operators.
• CrownTonka Reach-In Coolers and Freezers Reach-in display coolers and freezers built with custom designs, glass doors, and modular construction to integrate with facility floor plans for foodservice and retail customers.
• ThermalRite Walk-In Coolers and Freezers Commercial walk-in cooler and freezer panels featuring high-density foam polyurethane rail panels with protective finishes and locking mechanisms for temperature control across foodservice, retail, and industrial buyers.
• Environmental Chambers Specialized controlled-environment storage chambers for applications requiring precise temperature and humidity control beyond standard refrigeration. Targets controlled-environment and industrial buyers.
• Mobile Units (Cool on the Move) Portable cold storage units for temporary or transportable refrigeration needs across foodservice, retail, and event applications.
• Replacement Doors Replacement doors for walk-in coolers and freezers, available as standalone parts for existing installations.
• SmartRite Walk-In Monitoring System Standalone monitoring system for walk-in coolers and freezers to track temperature and conditions.
• Everidge UV Pro UV Disinfection System UV-based sanitation and disinfection system sold as a standalone product for walk-in refrigeration units.
• Sanisteel Standalone sanitary steel finish and components for walk-in coolers and freezers used in food-safe applications.
• Blast Chiller and Shock Freezers Rapid cooling equipment for quickly lowering food temperatures to preserve quality and food safety, sold as a standalone product.
• Refrigeration Systems Standalone commercial refrigeration systems integrated from Heatcraft Refrigeration and HTPG components, ranging from ½ hp to 6 hp (up to 40 hp) and sized per project specifications.
• Parts and Construction Services Replacement parts and construction services for walk-in cooler and freezer maintenance, installation, and ongoing service.

Quantifiable outcome

• Temperature control maintained against warmer external temperatures with high-density foam insulation

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Heatcraft RefrigerationcoreTechnology or IntegrationCrownTonka partners with Heatcraft Refrigeration to provide innovative refrigeration solutions with high-quality components tailored to meet the diverse needs of any facility. Heatcraft supplies refrigeration systems that complement CrownTonka's custom walk-in coolers and freezers.
• HTPGcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership with HTPG brings additional refrigeration expertise and solutions to CrownTonka's product offerings. HTPG provides high-quality refrigeration components sized according to project specifications for custom cold storage installations.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Bally Refrigerated Boxes: Long-established manufacturer of insulated walk-in coolers, freezers, and refrigerated warehouses using modular panel construction — comparable to CrownTonka in technology, customization approach, and target verticals.
• Thermo-Kool: Manufacturer of walk-in coolers, freezers, and refrigerated warehouses for foodservice, retail, and industrial customers — directly comparable in modular panel construction and custom sizing.
• Arctic Industries: Manufacturer of custom walk-in coolers and freezers with polyurethane foam panel construction for foodservice and retail customers — a focused direct competitor to CrownTonka's core walk-in offering.
• Hussmann (Panasonic): A leading manufacturer of commercial refrigeration display cases and walk-in coolers/freezers serving supermarkets, convenience stores, and foodservice — directly comparable to CrownTonka in product category, customer base, and commercial refrigeration focus.
• Master-Bilt: Manufacturer of walk-in coolers and freezers plus specialty refrigerated storage for foodservice, retail, and industrial customers — overlapping product line, target markets, and customization profile.
• Norlake: Manufacturer of walk-in coolers and freezers plus scientific refrigeration products, with similar panel-based modular construction and multi-vertical customer targeting (foodservice, retail, biotech).
• True Manufacturing: Manufacturer of commercial refrigeration including reach-in coolers/freezers and walk-ins for foodservice and retail — directly comparable product set, distribution model, and customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Kolpak (Welbilt/Middleby): Walk-in cooler and freezer brand now under Middleby, serving foodservice operators with broad commercial kitchen equipment portfolios — comparable product category but part of a much larger diversified foodservice equipment incumbent.
• Hoshizaki America: Large commercial refrigeration and ice maker manufacturer with a walk-in cooler/freezer offering as part of a broader foodservice equipment portfolio — overlapping capability but a wider scope than CrownTonka.

Emerging players

• International Cold Storage (ICS): Sibling brand under Everidge offering walk-in coolers and freezers with similar panel technology — a same-portfolio competitor illustrating internal brand overlap and cannibalization risk within the parent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@everidge7698
• Facebookfacebook.com/EveridgeEveryStepOfTheWay
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/crowntonka-walk-ins-thermalrite

Compliance16 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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