Temperature, humidity, and vibration dataloggers are essential tools in food transport, designed to ensure the quality and safety of sensitive goods like produce, dairy, and meat

For monitoring food transport and storage, these dataloggers are primarily designed to validate cold chain integrity and ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., HACCP, FSMA). The specific requirements often depend on whether the application involves ambient storage, deep-freeze, or the transport of fresh produce.

Here is a general introduction to these devices, categorized by their function.

1. Temperature & Humidity Data Loggers

Temperature and humidity data loggers are the most widely used monitoring devices in the food industry. They continuously record environmental conditions to help maintain food quality, prevent microbial growth, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Measurement Range

• Standard models: -40°C to +85°C (-40°F to +185°F)
• For deep-freeze applications, models with external probes can measure temperatures down to -200°C.

2. Impact, Vibration & Shock Data Loggers

Impact, vibration, and shock data loggers monitor physical shocks and vibrations during transportation. They help identify rough handling that could damage high-value, fragile, or sensitive food products and packaging.

Measurement Capability

• Built-in 3-axis accelerometer measures shock and vibration in the X, Y, and Z directions
• Records impact strength (g-force), event duration, and time of occurrence

Typical Applications

• Cold storage warehouses
• Refrigerated trucks and containers
• Food distribution centers
• Food processing and packing facilities
• Fresh produce and frozen food storage