COLD-CHAIN LOGISTICS KNOWLEDGE
Latest updates on FDA & customs regulations, cold-chain logistics, and port and drayage trends.
Warehousing & StorageThe Basics of Loading and Unloading Reefer Trucks Safely: A Beginner-Friendly Guide
Learn the essential steps for safely loading and unloading reefer trucks to protect perishable goods, prevent damage, and avoid delays at cold storage facilities.
Customs & ComplianceA Simple Guide to Understanding Port Fees for Perishable Cargo
A beginner-friendly breakdown of common port fees for perishable shipments—including demurrage, detention, chassis fees, and reefer-related charges.
DrayageHow to Schedule a Port Pickup for Your Reefer Container: A Beginner’s Guide
A simple, beginner-friendly guide to scheduling a reefer container pickup from U.S. ports. Learn what information you need, who to contact, and how to avoid common delays.
Customs & ComplianceWhat 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.
DrayageHow 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.
Warehousing & StorageHow 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.
Cold Chain & LogisticsCommon 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.
Cold Chain & LogisticsHow 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.
Customs & ComplianceHow 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.