As 2017 comes to an end, the cold chain industry continues to develop and transform as new technological and regulatory concerns start to have an effect. If you’re involved in the cold chain industry, be sure to keep the following industry trends in mind. Technological Improvements in Food Cold Chain Market Between Internet of things,…
Read moreMonitoring Temperatures Throughout the Cold Chain A top challenge the cold chain is temperature excursions, which can affect perishable item quality and safety. Incorporating a real-time temperature monitoring system will help businesses save money on “shrink”–spoiled perishable items. If a Cargo Data Lightning Real Time temperature monitoring instrument detects temperatures outside the ideal range, the…
Read moreSmart devices have made downloading and displaying in-transit temperature data more convenient and reliable. They have the ability to save companies hours of data entry and labor costs. Best of all, it helps keep the food you’re shipping fresh and safe. With a simple, free Lightning App download, your NFC (Near Filed Communications) Android smart…
Read moreEach day, millions of cases of food product are delivered to restaurants, schools, hospitals, and other food service establishments. Transporting these food products safely requires optimal temperature in the cold chain and elaborate monitoring. If the temperature falls above or below the optimal range, costly spoilage can occur. Fortunately, our Lightning Real-time temperature recorders provide…
Read moreAccurate cold-chain temperature monitoring is the key to keeping food and other perishable shipments safe and fresh. At Cargo Data, we have developed real-time cold chain monitoring solutions which provide easy access to vital temperature data of your valuable temperature sensitive shipments. In addition to keeping food fresh and safe, here are 5 major benefits…
Read moreVentura, CA Cargo Data has joined PMA’s Gold Circle efforts to assist the fresh produce industry to improve food safety programs. Food safety affects every consumer. So at Cargo Data Corporation, we have made the decision to invest in the future of our communities and the world we live in by supporting the Produce Marketing…
Read moreAre you considering a real-time temperature monitoring program? Want to go digital with the refrigerated goods you’re transporting? It might seem like a leap, but what you’re considering is actually an elegant and simple solution. It will help your business in a whole range of ways, from staying FSMA compliant to saving on costs. To…
Read moreStrip chart recorders are still a choice for some when transporting refrigerated goods, but the truth is, they are outdated. Once, they were seen as having certain benefits over other temperature monitoring options; there were perceived pros and cons to both sides. However, as technology has continued to advance, all of the supposed “pros” of…
Read moreSmart devices are taking over, and making every aspect of our lives easier. When you first think of wireless temperature monitoring, a futuristic “smart home” might come to mind, complete with a thermometer that lets you check your house data from remote locations. However, this same kind of wireless technology can also be applied to…
Read moreThe new Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) includes the biggest changes to food safety laws in over fifty years. It has information for food shippers, carriers, and distributors, who will need to conform to its edicts. If you’re curious about what the new act says about temperature, read on. We’ve summarized the key points so…
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