Chilled Logistics

Chilled & Fresh Cargo

Maintain exact +2°C to +8°C environments with active ventilation and humidity controls for perishable fresh foods.

Chilled Cargo & Fresh Food Logistics

Fresh agricultural products, green vegetables, cut flowers, and dairy goods are living organisms that continue to respire after harvest. Shipping these items requires precise temperature controls (typically +2°C to +8°C) to slow down ripening and prevent spoilage.

At Scan2Freight, we design custom chilled logistics solutions, managing humidity levels and air exchange parameters to ensure your inventory arrives fresh.

Active Ethylene & Fresh Air Exchange Controls

Fresh fruits naturally release ethylene gas, a hormone that accelerates ripening and decay. To prevent carbon dioxide and ethylene buildup inside reefer boxes:

Fresh Air Exchange: Adjusting reefer container vents to allow a continuous intake of fresh air (15 to 25 CBM/hour) while venting stale, ethylene-heavy air.
Humidity Regulation: Maintaining relative humidity (RH) between 85% and 95% to stop dehydration and prevent mold growth.

Chilled Cargo FAQ

Why is fresh air ventilation required in reefer containers?

Fresh fruits and vegetables respire, consuming oxygen and producing carbon dioxide and ethylene gas. Active ventilation replaces this stale air with fresh air, preventing premature ripening and decay.

What relative humidity is required for cut flowers?

Cut flowers require a very high relative humidity level (90% to 95% RH) and a temperature of +1°C to +3°C to prevent wilting during long-distance transits.

Planning a Chilled Shipment?

Book active-ventilated reefer containers or temperature-controlled air cargo slots.

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