The Impact and Importance of Reefer Shipping Cover Photo

The Impact and Importance of Reefer Shipping

Reefer shipping, or refrigerated shipping, is used to keep the shipped freight at a certain temperature or humidity. It is commonly used to ship food and beverage, but not exclusively. Reefer shipping works by attaching an AC unit to the trailer which is powered by the truck. This AC unit is able to keep the

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Ensuring Proper Food-Grade Shipping Cover Photo

Ensuring Proper Food-Grade Shipping

In order to ensure that food-grade shipping is handled correctly, there are plenty of rules and guidelines to consider. These rules apply for shipping all food, not just shipping refrigerated food, and they are in place to ensure food safety (which you can read more about here). There are three main factors to consider if you

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Food Safety in Transportation

Are you familiar with all the acronyms in the food safety world like FSMA, STHAF, FMCSA, DOT HOS, ELD? Do any of these make you feel good about your business or do they raise concerns? Do any of these acronyms create a concern for your business operations and your ability to control costs, supply chain

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The Dynamics of Shipper-3PL Relationships

As the demand for third-party logistics companies (3PLs) grows, supply chain and logistics professionals will face greater pressure to improve shipper-3PL relationships. Shippers are now taking a closer look at top logistics trends and are viewing their logistics providers as a strategic partner. However, a strong relationship is not everything, a 3PL must be making

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