Functionality and advantages of data loggers in the transport and storage of goods
Introduction
Data loggers are essential devices for monitoring and recording environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity and vibrations. They play a crucial role in the transport and storage of goods to ensure the quality and safety of products. In this article, we explain the functionality and benefits of data loggers in these processes.
How data loggers work
Sensors and data acquisition
Data loggers are equipped with highly sensitive sensors that continuously measure environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity. These sensors record precise data that is essential for the quality assurance of goods.
Data acquisition and storage
The collected data is recorded at regular intervals in the data logger's internal memory or transmitted in real time. Modern data loggers have large storage capacities that enable long-term data recording.
Reliable power supply
Data loggers are usually powered by long-life batteries to ensure continuous operation. Some models offer options for an external power supply.
Data transfer and analysis
The recorded data can be transmitted via USB, Bluetooth, WLAN or mobile radio. Specialised software enables detailed analysis and visualisation of the recorded data.
Advantages of data loggers during transport and storage
Quality assurance for sensitive goods
Data loggers continuously monitor environmental conditions and immediately recognise deviations that could affect the quality of food, pharmaceuticals or chemical products. This is crucial for maintaining optimum storage and transport conditions.
Damage prevention
Data loggers help to prevent damage to goods by detecting unfavourable environmental conditions at an early stage. Problems such as excessive heat, humidity or vibrations can be identified and rectified in good time.
Documentation and proof of compliance with regulations
The recorded data serves as proof of compliance with the prescribed storage and transport conditions. This is particularly important in regulated sectors such as the food and pharmaceutical industries.
Increased efficiency and process optimisation
By analysing the data, weak points in the transport and storage processes can be identified and optimised. This leads to improved efficiency and cost savings.
Increased customer satisfaction
Data loggers help to ensure product quality, which increases customer satisfaction. Transparent information about the conditions during transport and storage increases customer confidence.
Professional shock data logger with real-time transmission for recording shocks, vibrations, temperature and humidity - to reduce and prevent transport damage.
Real-time data retrieval via SpotSee Cloud
ShockLog 298 HT + Cellular Module
Price includes a transmission fee for the first 6 months
Professional shock data logger
Expandable for real-time data transfer to the SpotSee Cloud via ShockLog Cellular module (sold separately)
Sensor configuration selectable under equipment
- Comprehensive shock and vibration monitoring: The MSR165 is specifically designed for the precise detection of strong shocks, vibrations, and impacts using a 3-axis accelerometer (±200 g).
- Extremely long-lasting power supply: Two Li-SOCl₂ batteries (3.6 V, 7700 mAh each) provide up to 5 years of operating time – ideal for long-term monitoring.
- Rugged and protected design: The splash-proof aluminum die-cast housing offers reliable protection against mechanical stress and moisture.
- High-capacity memory: With storage for over 1 billion readings, the logger supports extensive and long-term data analysis.
- Advanced environmental data capture: Additional sensors for temperature, humidity, pressure, and light, combined with the powerful MSR ShockViewer software, ensure comprehensive analysis.
- Comprehensive shock and vibration monitoring: The MSR165 is specifically designed for precise measurement of shocks, vibrations, and impacts using a 3-axis accelerometer (±15 g or ±200 g).
- Extremely long battery life: Powered by two Li-SOCl₂ batteries (3.6 V, 7700 mAh each), the logger can operate for up to 5 years, making it ideal for long-term monitoring.
- Rugged, splash-proof design: The robust aluminum die-cast housing provides reliable protection against mechanical stress and moisture.
- High-capacity data storage: With room for over 1 billion readings, the logger supports extensive and long-term data analysis.
- Advanced environmental monitoring: Additional sensors for temperature, humidity, pressure, and light, combined with powerful MSR ShockViewer software, enable detailed data evaluation.
- Precise shock and vibration monitoring: The MSR165 records high-impact events using a 3-axis accelerometer (±200 g) with a sampling rate of up to 1600 Hz.
- Integrated LiPo battery: The built-in 1000 mAh lithium-polymer battery is rechargeable via USB and enables operation for up to 6 months.
- High-capacity data storage: The logger can record over 1 billion data points – ideal for long-term, high-resolution monitoring.
- Extended sensor options: Additional sensors for temperature, humidity, pressure, and light allow for comprehensive environmental monitoring.
- Detailed data analysis: The MSR ShockViewer software provides powerful visualization and evaluation of shock and vibration events.
- Precise shock and vibration monitoring: The MSR165 records impacts using a 3-axis accelerometer (±15 g or ±200 g) with a sampling rate of up to 1600 Hz.
- Integrated LiPo battery: The built-in 1000 mAh lithium-polymer battery is rechargeable via USB and enables operation for up to 6 months.
- High-capacity storage: Stores over 1 billion readings, making it ideal for long-term high-resolution monitoring.
- Extended sensor options: Additional sensors for temperature, humidity, pressure, and light allow for comprehensive environmental data collection.
- Powerful data analysis: The MSR ShockViewer software provides detailed visualization and evaluation of shock and vibration events.
- 10 ASPION G-Log Waterproof shock sensors (IP 67)
- 2 USB card readers Identiv uTrust 3700 F
- 10 stickers data logger inside
- incl. ASPION G-Log Manager PC software and app
- Precise Shock Detection: High-speed data logger with two simultaneously measuring 3-axis accelerometers (±15 g at 1600 Hz and ±200 g at 6400 Hz).
- Versatile Sensors: Integrated sensors for temperature, humidity, air pressure, and light, with a measurement/storage interval of 10 minutes.
- GPS/GNSS Tracking: Records satellite-based position data to accurately locate critical events during transport or storage.
- Large Storage Capacity and Energy Efficiency: Stores over 4 million data points, powered by a rechargeable 2400 mAh LiPo battery, lasting up to 8 weeks with GPS tracking or at least 1 year without GPS tracking.
- User-Friendly Software: MSR175 software package with Dashboard, ReportGenerator, and ShockViewer for easy configuration, automatic reporting, and detailed shock analysis.
- Transport Monitoring Data Logger: Ideal for long-term recordings of shocks, impacts, temperature, humidity, air pressure, and light.
- Integrated Sensors: Two 3-axis accelerometers (±15 g/±200 g) with a measurement rate of up to 6400/s, as well as internal sensors for temperature, humidity, air pressure, and light.
- Storage Capacity & Threshold Setting: Over 2 million data points with individual threshold setting for precise monitoring of transport conditions.
- Replaceable Battery & Recording Duration: Equipped with a replaceable Li-SOCI2 battery (3.6 V, 7700 mAh) for a runtime of at least 2 years, approved for air cargo.
- Software Package & Interface: MSR175 software with Dashboard, ReportGenerator, ShockViewer, and USB interface; compatible with Windows 7 and above.
- 10 ASPION G-Log shock sensors (standard version IP 50)
- 2 USB card readers Identiv uTrust 3700 F
- 10 stickers data logger inside
- incl. ASPION G-Log Manager PC software and app
- Transport Monitoring Data Logger: Featuring two 3-axis accelerometers and three shock measurement modes (±200 g at 6400 Hz, ±200 g at 3200 Hz, ±15 g at 1600 Hz).
- Integrated Sensors: Internal temperature sensor (-20° to +65°C).
- Storage Capacity & Threshold Settings: Over 2 million data points, with the ability to set individual thresholds.
- Battery & Recording Duration: Rechargeable LiPo battery (230 mAh) with up to 8 weeks of recording time, air cargo approved.
- Software Package & Status Display: MSR175 software with Dashboard, ReportGenerator, ShockViewer, and colored LED for status indication.
- Continuous measurement and documentation of absolute pressure
- Additionally record up to two humidity and temperature values simultaneously with optionally connectable probes
- Large measurement data memory for up to 2 million measured values, battery life of up to 8 years
- Three software versions are available for data evaluation on the PC, basic software available as a free download
- 360° Live Tracking: Real-time monitoring of worldwide transports via cellular networks with LTE-M and 2G fallback.
- Versatile Sensors: Accurately captures shocks, temperature, humidity, air pressure, light, and movement for comprehensive transport control.
- Robust Design: High-quality ABS housing with IP67 protection, waterproof and ideal for demanding environments.
- Long Operating Life: Energy-optimized with replaceable AA batteries for up to 3 years of operation.
- Intelligent IoT Cloud Platform: Easy evaluation of sensor data, real-time alerts, and device grouping for optimal management.
- Shock measurements: ±15g / ±200g for precise measurements in various applications.
- High memory capacity: Over 2 million memory spaces for data and more than 1,000 shock events.
- Compact and lightweight: Easy to handle due to its lightweight and compact design.
- High-speed sampling rates: Sampling rates of up to 6,400/s for precise and fast data collection.
- Rechargeable battery: Equipped with a long-lasting rechargeable battery.
- Powerful software: Includes powerful software for data analysis and reporting.
Thermotrack Webserve (Software) ermöglicht:
- Pixie Truck Kühlfahrzeug-Überwachung in Echtzeit
- Die Temperatur der Kühlfahrzeuge in Echtzeit zu überwachen.
- Die Position von Kühlfahrzeugen zu kontrollieren, indem Sie den Pixie Temp Datenlogger mit der GPS-Bake koppeln.
- Temperaturkurven auszulesen und zu speichern.
- Temperaturschwellwerte erstellen und Alarme erhalten.
- Benutzerkonnten und Zugriffsrechte vergeben und verwalten.
- Data memory for up to 2 million measured values, up to 8 years battery life
- Measure humidity and temperature on two channels thanks to two connections for external sensors
- Robust metal housing and protection against dust and water jets in accordance with protection class IP 65
- Three software versions are available for analyzing measurement data on a PC, basic software can be downloaded free of charge
- 360° Live Tracking: Real-time monitoring of worldwide transports via cellular networks with LTE-M and 2G fallback.
- Versatile Sensors: Accurately captures shocks, temperature, humidity, air pressure, light, and movement for comprehensive transport control.
- Robust Design: High-quality ABS housing with IP67 protection, waterproof and ideal for demanding environments.
- Long Operating Life: Energy-optimized with replaceable AA batteries for up to 3 years of operation.
- Intelligent IoT Cloud Platform: Easy evaluation of sensor data, real-time alerts, and device grouping for optimal management.
- Continuous measurement and documentation of temperature, relative humidity and dew point
- Record up to two humidity and temperature values simultaneously with optionally connectable probes
- Problem-free long-term measurement: large memory for up to 2 million measured values, 8-year battery life
- Three software versions are available for data evaluation on the PC, basic software available as a free download
- Peli case
- Software CD
- USB connection cable
- 5 x iButton data keys
- USB reader & programming unit
- Ideal for long-term measurements: Data memory for up to 2 million measured values, up to 8 years battery life
- 4 inputs for optional thermocouple sensors (TE type K, type T, type J temperature sensors)
- Suitable for industrial use thanks to robust metal housing and protection class IP 65
- You can choose between three software versions for data evaluation on the PC, basic software available as a free download
- Large measurement data memory for up to 2 million measured values, battery life of up to 8 years
- Record and document up to four temperature values simultaneously
- Extremely large measuring range from -200 °C to 1000 °C
- Three software versions are available for data evaluation on the PC, basic software available as a free download
- Transport Monitoring Data Logger: Featuring two 3-axis accelerometers and three shock measurement modes (±200 g at 6400 Hz, ±200 g at 3200 Hz, ±15 g at 1600 Hz).
- Integrated Sensors: Internal temperature sensor (-20° to +65 °C), as well as humidity, pressure, and light sensors depending on the variant.
- Storage Capacity & Threshold Settings: Over 2 million data points, with the ability to set individual thresholds.
- Battery & Recording Duration: Rechargeable LiPo battery (230 mAh) with up to 8 weeks of recording time, air cargo approved.
- Software Package & Status Display: MSR175 software with Dashboard, ReportGenerator, ShockViewer, and colored LED for status indication.
- Perfect for long-term measurements: Memory records up to 1 million readings; battery life can reach up to 3 years
- Practical: Read current measured values, min/max values, limit values and limit value violations on the logger display
- With the set you are ready to go straight away: including three temperature loggers, basic software on CD, USB interface, SD memory card, lock and wall mounts
- HACCP compliant, EN 12830 certified, protection class IP 65
Cellular module for ShockLog 298 incl. mounting plate, Global Cellular 3G / 2G (internal SIM)
Plug-in extension for ShockLog 298
Enables real-time data retrieval of the ShockLog 298 via SpotSee Cloud
ShockLog 298 sold separately
Price includes a transfer fee for the first 6 months
- Ideal for long-term measurements: Data memory for up to 2 million measured values, up to 8 years battery life
- High-precision measurements with Pt100 sensor: connections for 2 external sensors available
- Certified according to EN 12830, compliant with HACCP and waterproof according to IP 65
- Choice of three software versions for data management on the PC, basic software available as a free download
- Durable & robust: IoT tracker with IP65 housing and up to 10 years battery life.
- Accurate RHTP monitoring: Measures temperature, humidity & air pressure in one device.
- Comprehensive sensors: Motion, tilt, utilization, shocks (up to 8 g), light and GPS/2G positioning.
- Global connectivity: LTE Cat-M1 with 2G fallback, secure data logging when out of coverage.
- Subscription required: Operates only with trusted® Premium Subscription (12 months, must be added under “Configure” when ordering).
- Ideal for long-term measurements: Data memory for up to 2 million measured values, up to 8 years battery life
- Highly accurate measurements thanks to the Pt100 temperature sensor
- Certified according to EN 12830, compliant with HACCP and waterproof according to IP 68
- Three software versions available for data management on the PC, basic software available as a free download
- Rugged design: IoT tracker with IP65 housing, built for industrial environments and harsh conditions.
- Accurate monitoring: Measures temperature, humidity and air pressure with high precision.
- Comprehensive sensors: Motion, tilt, light, utilization, shocks (up to 8 g) and GPS/2G positioning.
- Long battery life: Up to 7 years of operation (1 transmission/day) with powerful lithium battery pack.
- Subscription required: Operation only with trusted® Premium Subscription (12 months, must be added under “Configure” when ordering).
- Rugged IP69k housing: Designed for industrial use and all-weather conditions.
- Long lifetime: Typically 10,000 transmissions at 1/day, up to 7 years of operation.
- Advanced sensors: Motion, tilt, shock (up to 8 g), light & temperature.
- Accurate positioning: GPS or mobile triangulation, built-in radio beacon.
- Subscription required: Operation is only possible with trusted® Standard (12 months) or trusted® Vision (12 months). Please add under “Configure” when ordering.
- Compact design: Wireless IoT tracker with IP53 housing and replaceable batteries.
- Accurate monitoring: Measures temperature, humidity and air pressure in one device.
- Comprehensive sensors: Motion, tilt, rotation, vibration, shocks (up to 8 g), light and GPS/2G positioning.
- Global connectivity: LTE Cat-M1 with 2G fallback and automatic data logging when out of coverage.
- Subscription required: Operation only with trusted® Premium Subscription (12 months, must be added under “Configure” when ordering).
- Rugged design: Wireless IoT tracker with IP65 housing, built for industrial use and harsh conditions.
- Comprehensive monitoring: Accurate measurement of temperature, humidity and air pressure in one device.
- Global connectivity: LTE Cat-M1 with 2G fallback, reliable worldwide transmission, data stored when out of coverage.
- Advanced sensors: 3-axis accelerometer for motion, shock (up to 8 g) and tilt, plus light and utilization sensors.
- Subscription required: Operation only with trusted® Premium Subscription (minimum 12 months, must be added under “Configure” when ordering in the shop).
- Compact & rugged: IoT tracker with IP69k housing, ideal for industry & outdoor use.
- Long lifetime: Typically 7 years with 1 transmission per day.
- Advanced sensors: Motion, tilt, shock (up to 8 g), light & temperature.
- Flexible positioning: GPS or mobile triangulation, built-in radio beacon.
- Subscription required: Operation is only possible with trusted® Standard (12 months) or trusted® Vision (12 months). Please add under “Configure” when ordering.
- Cost-effective temperature monitoring: The EBI 330-T30 disposable USB data logger ensures continuous temperature monitoring during the transportation of temperature-sensitive goods.
- Simple connection: The logger can be easily connected to any PC via the USB interface.
- Automatic PDF reports: Automatically generates a PDF report at the destination without additional software.
- FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliant: The optional software for evaluation complies with FDA requirements.
- Flexible programming: The logger can be configured in advance or online.
- Long battery life: The integrated battery enables use for up to 100 days.
- Robust design: Waterproof (IP 65) and shockproof, suitable for harsh conditions.
- High memory capacity: Stores up to 6000 readings.
- 2 waterproof data loggers for shock and climate
- 1 USB card reader
- 2 "Data logger inside" stickers
- incl. ASPION G-Log 2 Manager PC software and app
- Rugged & weatherproof: IP69k housing, shock and vibration resistant.
- Advanced sensors: Motion, tilt, shock (up to 8 g), light & utilization.
- Accurate positioning: GPS or mobile triangulation, integrated radio beacon.
- Long battery life: Typically 4000 transmissions at 1/day.
- Subscription required: Operation is only possible with trusted® Standard (12 months) or trusted® Vision (12 months). Please add under “Configure” when ordering.
- Compact & robust: IoT tracker with replaceable batteries and IP53 housing.
- Advanced sensors: Motion, tilt, rotation, vibration, shock (up to 8 g), light & temperature.
- Reliable positioning: GPS or mobile triangulation with integrated radio beacon.
- Global connectivity: LTE Cat-M1 with 2G fallback, secure logging without network.
- Subscription required: Operation is only possible with trusted® Standard (12 months) or trusted® Vision (12 months). Please add under “Configure” when ordering.
- Continuous measurement and documentation of temperature, relative humidity and dew point
- Problem-free long-term measurement: large memory for up to 1 million measured values, 3-year battery life
- Fast response time and precise measurement thanks to external humidity sensor
- ComSoft Basic software available to download free of charge
- Transport monitoring over an unlimited period of use
- Everything in one data logger: PDF measurement data, configuration file and operating instructions
- Immediate creation of a PDF report directly after connection to the computer
- Compliant with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11 and HACCP
- 2 ASPION G-Log 2 data loggers (±24 g per axis)
- 1 USB card reader (NFC) - Identiv uTrust 3700 F
- incl. 2 stickers data logger inside
- incl. ASPION G-Log Manager PC software and app
- 2 ASPION G-Log Waterproof shock sensors (IP 67)
- 1 USB card reader Identiv uTrust 3700 F
- 2 stickers data logger inside
- incl. ASPION G-Log Manager PC software and app
- Innovative Sensor Options: Measures temperature, humidity, liquid pressure, air pressure, acceleration, and strain gauges for comprehensive monitoring capabilities.
- NEW: Replaceable FlexSensors: With FlexConnector technology, sensors can be easily swapped to ensure maximum adaptability.
- App-Controlled Functionality: Use the MSR DataLogger app (iOS, Android) to conveniently access and manage measurement data on your smartphone or tablet.
- Compact Design: The thumb-sized MSR145WD offers a storage capacity of 1 million data points and enables wireless data transmission via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
- Cloud Integration: With the optional base station, data can be transferred to the MSR SmartCloud for online management and alarm functionality.
- Practical for frequent or long-term measurements: Memory capacity of 1 million measured values, up to 3 years battery life
- Very wide temperature measuring range from -50 °C to +1000 °C
- Wall mounting included
- Measurement data evaluation and documentation: three different software versions to choose from, basic software available as a free download