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Refrigerated Trucking How-To For Motor Carriers

Trinity Logistics

Refrigerated trucking can be a complex, but rewarding job. Refrigerated trucking is not only more specialized than dry freight hauling but offers more earning potential, and there are certain times of the year during which you can count on higher freight volumes to keep your company profitable. Cleaning Your Refrigerated Trailer 1.

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Embracing the Chill: How the Consumer Shift from Fresh to Frozen Effects Cold Chain Transportation

Blue Grace Logistics

They are adapting their strategies to meet the increasing demand for frozen alternatives, ensuring the supply chain remains seamless and the transition from manufacturer to freezer aisle is as efficient as possible. The increased reliance on refrigerated transportation and storage has prompted a focus on energy efficiency and sustainability.

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Editor’s Choice: What Are White Glove Services in Transportation Management?

Logistics Viewpoints

Today’s article is from GlobalTranz and explores white glove services in transportation management. Refrigerators, large household appliances, furniture, and expensive electronics are examples. To read the full article, click HERE. In logistics, not all shipments are equal. appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Farm to Vase: The Supply Chain of Mother’s Day Flowers

Blue Grace Logistics

What’s in the article: How are Mother’s Day flowers shipped? Wholesalers and distributors often use refrigerated trucks and planes to transport the flowers, and they must carefully manage the temperature and humidity levels to prevent the flowers from wilting or getting damaged.

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This Week in Logistics News (April 22 – 28)

Logistics Viewpoints

While it was a bit tough to jump right back into the swing of work, I saw an interesting article about workplace conditions when I got back. Once completed, the facility will house 40 dual-port DC fast-charging stations, 40 electric vehicles and 40 electric refrigerated trailers. into an electric vehicle hub.

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What is a reefer?

Globalior

The reefer container is unique, because it has its own with a refrigerator motor. Some of these containers can also be set to meet high humidity requirements. Without reefers, anything that needs to be stored in below ambient temperatures will not survive long journeys without incurring significant extra cost.

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Estes is Fined by EPA for Air Violations - Another Volkswagen?

10xLogistics

I just saw an interesting news article stating the EPA has fined Estes $100K (Plus Estes has to pay another $285K in projects) because they violated the California Truck and Bus Regulations. As we all know, with regulations companies take "calculated risks" and one of them appears to be around meeting environmental regulations.

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