Reefer containers Reftrade cooling solution for biggest Belgian potato processor

Reftrade supplies cooling and freezing containers for a wide variety of products. The company specializes in (semi) permanent cooling/freezing solutions. Account manager Ferry Breekweg says there's been more and more demand lately from the fresh produce sector. Last month, for instance, four connected reefer containers were installed perpendicular to the building at the biggest Belgian potato processor, which means the capacity has increased by 122 Euro-pallets.

"At this client, the cooling and freezing containers are used for storing fries, it's a solution for the shortage of capacity, and it's also an emergency solution, so deliveries can resume even if a truck gets stranded, for instance," Ferry says. The containers are equipped with Carrier NaturaLine technology, in which synthetic cooling agents are replaced by CO2. "Environmentally friendly, a lot more quiet, and more energy efficient!"

RMM+
Reftrade works with the RMM+ warning system, which also serves as a log file in which the temperatures and any alerts can be found. The system gives an automatic warning when the temperature deviates by 2 degrees upwards or downwards from the set temperature for more than 75 minutes. The alert is given by text message and e-mail. Initially the message is sent to the renter. If there is a real issue, the renter can contact the 24/7 troubleshooting service. "It's usually the case that the door to the cooling was open for too long, or someone forgot to close the door. The cold curtains do slow down the warming, but they cannot prevent the temperature from rising slowly. For a door that's left open, no technicians have to be sent, of course."

The containers adhere to the strictest European HACCP standards regarding hygiene and food safety. Like all containers that leave the Reftrade depot, these were also cleaned with a disinfectant. The installation time at this company was about three weeks, after which testing also took place on site. "We also offer a 24/7 troubleshooting service and annual preventive maintenance in this rental agreement. For an entrepreneur, this solution offers many advantages. He doesn't have anything to do with building permits or depreciation, for instance," Ferry concludes.

For more information:
Reftrade Rental B.V.
Tel. + 31 (0)10 429 7155
f.breekweg@reftrade.com
www.reftrade.com