Factual answers
Frequently asked questions about COSAL services
Find information about accepted products, operations, storage, transport and how to work with COSAL.
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About COSAL and its services
Key information for companies considering working with COSAL.
What services does COSAL provide?
COSAL provides three main service lines: frozen meat processing, complete logistics services for companies and on-demand logistics services for one-off operations. The exact setup is agreed after discussing the goods and required outcome.
Who are COSAL services intended for?
The services are intended for frozen meat importers and producers, companies looking to outsource logistics activities and companies that need a one-off operation without a permanent contract.
What types of goods does COSAL handle?
COSAL can assess food products, products of animal origin, frozen products, ambient goods, including hazelnuts and almonds, and palletised non-food goods. Acceptance depends on the requested service, the type of goods and the available operations.
Does COSAL operate only in Prahova?
COSAL's operational base is in Păuleștii Noi, Prahova County, but the company works with customers and delivers throughout Romania.
What compliance measures does COSAL have in place?
COSAL has an implemented HACCP system and operates according to HACCP procedures. The company is authorised and monitored by DSVSA Prahova, and frozen product storage and frozen meat processing are active and authorised.
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Frozen meat processing
Accepted products, available operations and the requirement to keep products frozen.
Is frozen meat processing currently available?
Yes. COSAL currently provides meat processing exclusively while the product remains frozen.
Is the meat thawed before processing?
No. Processing is carried out exclusively while frozen, without thawing the product.
What types of frozen meat are accepted?
COSAL processes frozen pork, beef, mutton and chicken. Any situation that does not clearly fit this list requires a separate discussion.
What processing operations are available?
The flow can include portioning frozen blocks, packaging or repacking, weighing and labelling. COSAL can also handle logistics operations before and after processing, depending on the request.
Can COSAL handle the complete frozen-product flow?
Yes. The flow can include unloading, goods receipt, frozen raw-material storage, transfer to the processing room, portioning, packaging, weighing, labelling, finished-product storage and loading for transfer or delivery.
What type of packaging is available?
COSAL provides shrink-film packaging. Other packaging formats can be assessed depending on the customer's needs and the specific operation.
Are standard portion weights available?
Portion size and packaging setup are agreed for each offer based on the specific request.
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Complete logistics services
Information for companies considering outsourcing a logistics flow.
What do complete logistics services include?
COSAL can handle a flow that starts with unloading and goods receipt, continues with storage and order preparation and ends with loading, delivery or handover to a carrier.
Can goods receiving be included?
Quantity and quality checks on receipt can be included in the agreed logistics flow.
Does COSAL provide picking and order preparation?
Yes. Active services include picking, arranging goods, parcel preparation, packaging, palletising and preparation for delivery.
Can labelling and relabelling be included?
Labelling and relabelling can be included according to the operation's requirements.
What is the warehouse's total capacity?
The warehouse's total capacity is up to 1,000 pallets, with expansion possible.
Is there a commercial reference for storage?
Each partnership is sized individually according to the goods, volume and required operations.
How quickly can a logistics partnership begin?
The start is agreed case by case by both parties, depending on the goods and required operations.
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On-demand logistics services
One-off operations for companies without a permanent contract.
Can I request an operation without a permanent logistics contract?
Yes. On-demand logistics services are intended for one-off requests and are assessed individually.
Can I request only the unloading or loading of a truck?
Yes. Unloading and loading can be requested as one-off operations, depending on the type of goods and the operational context.
Can COSAL rearrange pallets or goods inside a truck?
Yes. Rearranging pallets or goods inside a truck can be requested as an on-demand logistics service.
Can COSAL label a single batch?
Yes. COSAL can assess batch labelling, label printing, scanning and goods packaging as one-off requests.
What is the timeframe for an on-demand operation?
The start and completion are agreed for each request, depending on the goods, volume, operation and context. Urgent requests can also be assessed, without guaranteeing a timeframe before the request is clarified.
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Storage and transport
Storage conditions and transport options.
What storage types are available?
COSAL works with ambient goods and frozen products, within its active and authorised services.
Is short- or medium-term storage available?
Yes. Short- and medium-term storage can be requested as part of on-demand logistics services.
Can COSAL arrange temperature-controlled transport?
Yes. Transport can be arranged with or without temperature control, depending on the goods and the request.
What types of vehicles can be used for transport?
Transport can be arranged from vans to trucks. The choice depends on the specific request.
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Partnership, quote and contact
Practical steps from the first discussion to a possible visit.
How do I request a quote?
You can call 0747 284 890, use WhatsApp on the same number, email office@cosal.ro or complete the short contact form.
What information does the form request?
The form contains only name, company, phone, email and message. The sales department requests any additional technical information afterwards.
How quickly does COSAL respond to an enquiry?
A dedicated member of the sales department reviews the enquiry and considers urgency. Response time depends on the goods, volume, operation and context.
What happens after I send an enquiry?
The sales department asks the necessary questions, clarifies the service and discusses the main terms of the offer. The next steps are agreed after this discussion.
Can I visit the warehouse?
Yes. A visit can be arranged after the initial discussion and after the main terms of the offer have been agreed. Direct visit booking is not available through the website.
What are COSAL's business hours?
Business hours are Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00.
Where is COSAL located?
The registered address is Str. Calea Unirii no. 43, Păuleștii Noi village, Păulești commune, Prahova County, Romania.
What directions are available?
Approaching from Ploiești, the premises are approximately 300 metres after entering Păuleștii Noi, on the left, opposite Schnitzel House restaurant.
Could not find your situation?
Send the basic information about the goods and operation. A dedicated member of the sales department will ask the necessary questions, consider urgency and respond according to the request context.