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Cold Chain Basics with Andy Bahr

The Logistics of Logistics

Andy is hungry to deliver value to everyone he meets, has a passion for the logistics profession, and truly looks for win-win partnerships. Food transported in bulk, where the food touches the walls of the vehicle (Example: juices). Packaged foods not fully enclosed by a container (Example: fresh produce). Cold Chain Basics.

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Fresh Demand Planning: How AI Empowers Retailers

Logistics Viewpoints

Next week, temperatures go back to seasonal norms; what does that mean about my expected demand? Understanding that when the weather is 5 degrees warmer than the average temperature, ice cream sales increase by 50% allows for more accurate and real-time forecasts in your demand planning process.

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How to Protect Shipments from Freezing Temperatures

Freight Center

Temperatures are going down, and winter is officially here. Many shipments contain items that have the potential to freeze in lower temperatures, which could result in damage or loss. Check out how to protect shipments from freezing temperatures below. Some of the most common temperature-sensitive products include: Chemicals.

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Collaboration to Transform Cold Chain Transport

Logistics Business Magazine

Trane Technologies ’ Thermo King® brand is one of the leading providers of connected active temperature-controlled transport solutions in the cold chain industry. Examples of these solutions include the E-Series, an innovative and future-proof electric refrigeration unit designed for sustainable operations in urban and inner-city areas.

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Energy Transition in Supply Chain

Logistics Viewpoints

There are three responses in this question that address supply chain sustainability: align with our goals, mission, and values; meet consumers expectations; and increase profitability. The second reason to address sustainability topics, from a supply chain perspective, is to meet consumer expectations.

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Tackling 6 Common Challenges Produce Shippers Face

Trinity Logistics

Produce shippers face several hurdles that they need to overcome for their products to deliver fresh and meet the growing consumer demand. You need to trust the carrier you choose has experience in handling your specific cargo and meeting food safety regulations, especially for those that need temperature control.

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FDA Registration for Fulfillment Centers

Ship Monk

For example, if milk wasn’t FDA-certified you wouldn’t have verification that the cows producing it are healthy. For example, Coffee, Food for Animal Consumption, and Cosmetics are all different category types. ShipMonk ecommerce fulfillment centers are committed to adhering to our clients’ temperature needs. Exaggeration?