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COLD-CHAIN LOGISTICS KNOWLEDGE

Latest updates on FDA & customs regulations, cold-chain logistics, and port and drayage trends.

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What to Expect When Your Shipment Arrives at a Cold Storage FacilityWarehousing & Storage

What to Expect When Your Shipment Arrives at a Cold Storage Facility

A beginner-friendly guide explaining what happens when your perishable shipment arrives at a cold storage warehouse—from check-in to unloading to inspection.

December 3, 20253m
What Customs Inspectors Check in Perishable ShipmentsCustoms & Compliance

What Customs Inspectors Check in Perishable Shipments

Understand what U.S. Customs, FDA, and USDA inspectors look for in perishable food shipments — and how to prepare your reefer cargo for fast clearance.

November 5, 20253m
How to Report Equipment Damage at Port PickupDrayage

How to Report Equipment Damage at Port Pickup

Learn how to inspect and report reefer or chassis damage at port pickup to protect your cargo, claim rights, and avoid liability.

November 5, 20253m
How to Safely Load Pallets into a Reefer ContainerWarehousing & Storage

How to Safely Load Pallets into a Reefer Container

Learn how to properly load pallets into reefer containers to ensure stable airflow, even cooling, and prevent cargo damage during transit.

November 5, 20253m
Common Reefer Container Alarms and What They MeanCold Chain & Logistics

Common Reefer Container Alarms and What They Mean

Understand common reefer container alarms, what causes them, and how to respond before your perishable cargo is at risk.

November 5, 20253m
How to Verify Airflow Direction Inside Reefer ContainersCold Chain & Logistics

How to Verify Airflow Direction Inside Reefer Containers

Learn how to check airflow direction inside reefer containers to prevent hot spots, ensure even cooling, and keep perishable cargo within spec.

November 5, 20253m
How to Test Reefer Unit Temperature Before Port PickupCustoms & Compliance

How to Test Reefer Unit Temperature Before Port Pickup

Learn the step-by-step process to test a reefer unit’s temperature before port pickup to ensure cargo stays within FDA and USDA cold-chain limits.

November 5, 20253m
What to Do If Your Reefer Container Loses Power at PortCold Chain & Logistics

What to Do If Your Reefer Container Loses Power at Port

Learn what steps to take when your reefer container loses power at port — how to protect cargo, notify authorities, and prevent spoilage delays.

November 4, 20253m
What Is a Genset and Why It Matters for Reefer ContainersCold Chain & Logistics

What Is a Genset and Why It Matters for Reefer Containers

Learn how gensets keep reefer containers cold during transport, why they’re critical for frozen imports, and how to ensure reliable cold chain power.

November 4, 20253m