What Are The “Links” Making Up the Food Cold Chain?

What Are The “Links” Making Up the Food Cold Chain?  If you've ever seen a chain closely, then you know that it consists of metal links which are intertwined with each other. If even one of these links breaks, then the chain breaks down and can't be used. (more…)

The global cold chain is a necessary part of our lives as it simplifies life through the transportation of food from where it's grown following the various stages until it reaches the consumer. Each food product has its own journey through this supply chain but one main challenge that requires addressing is the appropriate and safe temperature. This is taken care of the cold chain. (more…)

Nowadays, frozen foods are a staple in most households. Not only do people use frozen meat and vegetables, but they also get frozen meals which they simply have to reheat in a microwave. This enables people to eat a wide of variety of foods that may or may not be available locally. Plus, the nutritional value of frozen food is very close to the nutritional value of fresh food because it is frozen very quickly after it's picked. This makes things very convenient for the end-user. (more…)

Interstate Cold Storage: Convenience and Dependability. When you're in the food industry, it's important for you to make sure that your product satisfies your end user. Whether you're farming fruits, vegetables, nuts, meat, or any other product, you have to keep in mind that it's possible for the food to spoil. Certain foods spoil more easily while others can be stored for a long time. Either way, it's important for you to store your food with a storage company you can trust. (more…)

Companies globally are working towards creating reliable cold chain management to ensure products arrive safely and in good condition for consumption. However, cold chains still fail, and food products get exposed to various risks. That said, here are the top 4 risks associated with food cold chain management and how to address them. (more…)

We live in a world where innovation is considered a big deal. People are always trying to come up with new inventions and new ways of doing things. So it's easy to lose track of how previous inventions and developments in technology are still helping us every day. And the food cold chain is one of those inventions which keeps food fresh all the way from the source i.e. the place where it was farmed to the destination i.e. your home. It's one of those things that we just can't do without. (more…)

Quick freezing vs. normal freezing. Have you ever tried freezing something in your freezer at home? If so, then you know that freezing takes a long time. Even if you just put a tray of ice cubes into the freezer, it can take a few hours for them to form. The same goes for bread or any other item that you want to freeze. (more…)

Most groceries are perishable. In case they have not been preserved appropriately, they will rot or lose quality. As a result, you will encounter losses since no customer or client will purchase vegetables and fruits in lousy shape. The only mechanism you can use to maintain veggies and fruits is storing them in a cool place. The following are the benefits of seeking cold grocery storage. (more…)

When distributing food products, whether vegetables or fruits, the only way to remain competitive is by delivering fresh foods. When transporting these foods from one region to another, one of the biggest challenges is maintaining freshness, especially when they are delays. Thanks to inventions and technology, various freezing foods can enable you to deliver fresh products to clients. The most effective mechanism to store vegetables and fruits is individual quick freezing. The following are some reasons why you should not hesitate to pay for fast freezing services. (more…)

Interstate Cold Storage is a family-owned company offering distribution, refrigerated storage facilities, and shipping services across the Midwest. We have specialists who comprehend the Cold chain's entire process and the challenges expected when transporting perishable goods. Subsequently, we can offer reliable refrigerated storage and distribution services. (more…)

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