 
{"id":77430,"date":"2023-09-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-09-14T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ics-cool-energy.local\/2023\/09\/14\/cold-storage-unit-hire-guide\/"},"modified":"2024-08-06T07:39:45","modified_gmt":"2024-08-06T07:39:45","slug":"cold-storage-unit-hire-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/news\/cold-storage\/cold-storage-unit-hire-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Cold Storage Unit Hire Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Playing an important role in the cold supply chain, cold storage units are a very popular solution for organisations wanting the same thing &#8211; To help store their goods safely at a precise temperature, that can be positioned quickly with minimum disruption to site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Cold stores can be used in many different applications, frozen or perishable food and beverage products, or pharmaceutical goods. Prototype or New Product Development such as automotive manufacturers and engineering companies, may use the units for product endurance testing in extreme hot or cold conditions to replicate global climate conditions. This can remove the need for shipping prototype products around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">A cold storage unit, also known as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/cold-storage\/cold-storage-hire\/refrigerated-container\/\" class=\"ek-link\">refrigerated container<\/a>, is based on a shipping container that has an integrated refrigeration system. Along with high quality insulation and intelligent controls, cold stores can maintain the temperature, humidity and atmosphere at a constant value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Designed to be easily transported, they are typically 10 ft, 20 ft, or 40 ft in length and well-designed units should make it simple and easy to organise products, with the ability to fit pallets or racking systems inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-why-hire-a-cold-storage-unit\"><strong>Why hire a cold storage unit?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Hiring, rather than buying, is the go to option for most organisations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">If your business is expanding, you\u2019ll want a solution that can grow with you, without the risk of investing capital. The fast installation process and modular nature of a cold storage unit means you can easily add more into your site as your needs increase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Hiring means you\u2019ll have access to engineering specialists who can help you set up and manage your unit. The engineers will optimise the cold store for your specific requirements, which will help lower energy costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The temperature control technology in the most advanced cold storage units is developing all the time. By hiring a unit, you\u2019ll be able to easily swap to the latest tech should you need a more efficient or lower Global Warming Potential (GWP) alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Whilst <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/cold-storage\/cold-storage-hire\/\" class=\"ek-link\">cold storage hire<\/a> may be simpler than boiler or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/chiller\/chiller-hire\/\" class=\"ek-link\">chiller hire<\/a>, there are several requirements you should look for when choosing who to partner with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Along with outlining what to look for in a unit, in this article we talk through what needs to be considered during the installation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Inside-1.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Inside-1.jpg\" alt=\"Requirements of a cold storage unit\" class=\"wp-image-64325\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Inside-1.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-64325\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Inside-1.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-requirements-of-a-cold-storage-unit\"><strong>Requirements of a cold storage unit<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Not all cold store units are built the same, and most older models won\u2019t have the technology needed to maintain optimal temperature and maximise efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Temperature control is why you want a cold storage unit and should be central to your hiring process. Check if the unit is capable of reaching your required temperature or temperature range needed to store your products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The standard range you\u2019ll find on the market is -25\u00b0C to +25\u00b0C. At ICS Cool Energy our units have a range of -40\u00b0C to +30\u2070C. If you need to go to a low temperature very quickly, there are \u2018blast freezers\u2019 or \u2018super freezers\u2019 that can reach -70\u00b0C. These are mostly used for blood plasma storage, valuable pharmaceuticals, or food products such as sushi-grade fish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fast pull down mode: <\/strong>Units that have a superior cooling capacity will have more power to reach your specified temperature much faster. Whilst you may not need freezing to -40\u00b0C, the fast pull down ability will cool your product quicker to help maintain freshness and the product&#8217;s life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ventilation<\/strong>: If your products are being chilled and not frozen, they will start to slowly ripen. This ripening process emits gases that will need to be removed from the unit, so fresh air ventilation is a must if you intend to store fruit and vegetables. The ventilation will also help remove excess heat from when you first fill the container with your produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Our units feature Advanced Fresh Air Management technology as standard. On the unit controller you simply specify your desired fresh air rate and the intelligent control will do the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Humidity<\/strong>: The ability to regulate humidity will have a big effect on the temperature control and performance of the unit. Any moisture in the air or condensation from within could spoil your fresh produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Therefore, the unit must have a dehumidification function to help control humidity.&nbsp;Our units can maintain humidity at &nbsp;+\/- 2% a lowest setting of 50% RH.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Drainage<\/strong>: To help prevent bacterial growth and cross contamination, drainage gullies and holes will help remove any excess water from the cold storage unit and help keep it clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The one-way drainage system will only flow out of the unit, preventing any air or moisture from entering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Remote monitoring: <\/strong>For complete peace of mind, our cold store units can be connected for both one way and two way communication. The remote monitoring module features everything you need to help manage and optimise the unit, which reduces the risk of stock losses and food safety issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Energy data will keep you informed about the performance of the unit, enabling you to make more informed decisions about energy consumption without compromising your produce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Features-Technology-1.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Features-Technology-1.jpg\" alt=\"cold storage unit features\" class=\"wp-image-64335\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Features-Technology-1.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-64335\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Features-Technology-1.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Useability features: <\/strong>From non-slip flooring to internal lighting and access ramps, ensure the unit has everything you need to make work easy and fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Safety: <\/strong>All our units have an internal alarm and man trap escape mechanism. The escape mechanism is a small hatch fitted to one of the doors that can be opened from inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sustainability: <\/strong>Efficiency and type of refrigerant used should be part of your hiring decision, especially if your organisation has a sustainability procurement programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The advanced controller in our units optimises power consumption, delivering significant cost and energy savings. Our containers, from the leader in transport temperature control solutions <a href=\"https:\/\/europe.thermoking.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Thermo King<\/a>, are available with the low GWP industry standard R-134A refrigerant or, for even less environmental impact, with the R-513A drop-in refrigerant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\" wp-block-image eplus-wrapper\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Installation-Process-1.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Installation-Process-1.jpg\" alt=\"Cold store unit installation process\" class=\"wp-image-64330\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Installation-Process-1.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-64330\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2024\/01\/Cold-Storage-Unit-Installation-Process-1.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-installation-considerations\"><strong>Installation considerations<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Our cold storage engineers will guide you through the entire installation. However, in an emergency situation understanding some of the criteria and planning ahead can help speed up the installation process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ground requirements: <\/strong>The ground should be flat, a hard surface and not liable to flooding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">An empty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/cold-storage\/cold-storage-hire\/cold-store-40\/\" class=\"ek-link\">40ft refrigerated container<\/a> is about 3.5 tonnes, so if the unit must be installed on grass, the soil structure needs to be solid enough to withstand sinking. And this option is only recommended for short term solutions and emergency situations<strong>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Total weight of the cold store and product must be taken into consideration, but as long as the ground is firm and reasonably level, cold storage units are very flexible and simple to install in most applications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Height clearance: <\/strong>The unit will come to your site on the back of a lorry, and often units will have to get craned into place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">There must be no overhead cables or any obstructions that could get in the way during installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Electrical installation: <\/strong>Our cold store units are fully electric, with an optional diesel generator as a back-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The units are truly plug and play and quick to install, and the closer we can get to your distribution board the cheaper the install will be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Modular structures:<\/strong> Multiple cold stores joined together without connecting walls to create one big open unit. Compared to building a cold room, this doesn\u2019t require time consuming engineering, ground works, or long, drawn-out planning permission process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">The off-site construction of modular cold stores also means less interruption to the business and much shorter lead times.&nbsp;Your business can continue to operate while assembly work is completed outside of the current business process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Modular install\u2019s typically take days whereas conventional building methods can take months on site and take up large areas of space for materials and machinery relating to the build. Once finished with they can be removed without incurring large dilapidation costs if you move out of rented premises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\" wp-block-heading eplus-wrapper\" id=\"h-ics-cool-energy-cold-storage-hire\"><strong>ICS Cool Energy Cold Storage Hire<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">With short or long term hire options, the largest UK hire fleet to choose from and a nationwide team of experienced engineers, our cold storage units are available and ready whenever you need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Once we deliver and install your equipment, we will support you with ongoing maintenance and support for the lifetime of the contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"eplus-wrapper wp-block-paragraph\">Learn more on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.icscoolenergy.com\/ie\/cold-storage\/cold-storage-hire\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Cold Store Hire<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Playing an important role in the cold supply chain, cold storage units are a very popular solution for organisations wanting the same thing &#8211; To help store their goods safely at a precise temperature, that can be positioned quickly with minimum disruption to site. 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