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March 17, 2026

Trader Joe’s – Gainesville, FL

A refresh and remodel of the 17,000 sq. ft. Trader Joe’s on Archer Road in Gainesville, FL is complete. Initiatives included a store-wide refresh and major upgrades to refrigeration and HVAC systems.

Store Refresh

  • New paint + murals
  • Repaired, stained, polished sales floor
  • Replaced damaged ceiling tiles + cedar planking
  • Installed new case endcaps
  • Removed diamond plating
  • Replaced Eliason doors
  • Updated restrooms with new tile + paint finishes

CO2 Refrigeration Conversion

  • Replaced 192 ft of refrigerated case & coil with new AcornVac components + remote case control
  • Installed new pipe runs throughout to meet the 60-barstandard for CO2
  • Installed evaporator heads for the existing + new walk-in coolers
  • Rewired electrical + cabling circuits
  • Added new Hill Phoenix Advansor Dual Temp Rack
  • Installed new BAC Trillium Gas Cooler on roof with additional joist reinforcements
  • Cable, pipe, plumbing and electrical pulled, booted and sealed
  • Installed new Copeland E3 Rack Controls + E3 HVAC Controls with new case, duct, space, humidity, and light sensors throughout
  • Migrated Acorn Vac System to accommodate new cases
  • Added new walk-in cooler and relocated existing freezer door

Congratulations to the team on a job well done!