When to Use Temperature-Controlled Trucking 🚛❄️🔥
Temperature-controlled trucking—also called refrigerated (reefer) trucking—is essential for transporting goods that require precise climate control to maintain quality, safety, and shelf life.
📌 When Should You Use Temperature-Controlled Trucking?
1️⃣ Perishable Food & Beverages 🥦🥩🥛
✅ Dairy Products (Milk, Cheese, Yogurt)
✅ Meat & Seafood (Raw & Frozen)
✅ Fresh Produce (Fruits & Vegetables)
✅ Frozen Foods (Ice Cream, Frozen Dinners)
✅ Beverages (Cold Brew Coffee, Kombucha, Juice)
🔹 Why? These items spoil quickly if not stored at the correct temperature, leading to contamination, bacterial growth, and product waste.
🌡️ Common Temperature Ranges for Freight
📌 Frozen Goods: -20°F to 0°F (-29°C to -18°C)
📌 Refrigerated (Chilled) Goods: 33°F to 39°F (1°C to 4°C)
📌 Temperature-Sensitive Goods: 50°F to 70°F (10°C to 21°C)
📢 Final Thoughts
Temperature-controlled trucking is a must when transporting perishable, pharmaceutical, chemical, or sensitive electronic products. Choosing the right temperature range, carrier, and logistics partner ensures product integrity and customer satisfaction.
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