Temperature-controlled shipping ensures that goods are kept at an optimal temperature during transit, so they don’t spoil or get damaged en route. This is especially important for goods that must be stored at a certain temperature to stay fresh and in good condition.
Temperature-controlled shipping is a special type of shipping that requires your freight to be maintained at a certain temperature range. This means that you need to know what that range is, how to maintain it, and how to ship it so that the temperature stays within this range.
Temperature-Controlled Shipping Specialists
Temperature-controlled shipping is a specialty, not a commodity. It’s not the same as regular shipping, but it is not time-consuming or difficult. The idea is simple: you ship your product in an insulated or refrigerated container or trailer and the driver will pick up your shipment and deliver its destination on time, whilst ensuring the temperature of the goods on board are maintained at the correct temperature. Temperature-controlled shipments can be more expensive than regular shipment of dry goods, as the equipment typically used is more expensive to acquire and maintain, and carries some risk of spoilage in case of equipment breakdown.
Maintain Quality & Freshness
Items such as food, plants, medications, and cosmetics must be kept in a specific environment to reach their destination in one piece.
Temperature-controlled shipping is a niche in the shipping industry, but one that’s becoming increasingly important as the demand for food and produce increases. Temperature-controlled storage and transport are necessary for items such as food, plants, medications, cosmetics, and even biological samples to reach their destination without degradation of quality.
If you’re someone who regularly ships anything that falls into any of these categories (or others), it’s worth looking into temperature-controlled shipping services. It’s important to ensure that your products are stored properly when they’re not being shipped. If they’re stored at too high or too low of a temperature, they may suffer damage from heat or cold exposure during storage. For all your FTL and LTL shipping needs, get in touch with Lot Logistics at +1 (800) 790-3387.
