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The functionality and benefits of data loggers in the transport and storage of goods
Introduction
Data loggers are indispensable devices for monitoring and recording environmental conditions such as temperature, humidity and vibration. They play a crucial role in the transport and storage of goods to ensure product quality and safety. In this article, we explain how data loggers work and the benefits they offer 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 capture 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, enabling long-term data collection.
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 transmission and analysis
The recorded data can be transmitted via USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or mobile networks. Specialised software enables detailed analysis and visualisation of the recorded data.
Advantages of data loggers in transport and storage
Quality assurance for sensitive goods
Data loggers continuously monitor environmental conditions and immediately detect any deviations that could compromise the quality of food, medicines or chemical products. This is crucial for maintaining optimal storage and transport conditions.
Prevention of damage
Data loggers help 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 regulatory compliance
The recorded data serves as evidence 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, weaknesses in 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 conditions during transport and storage strengthens customer confidence.
- Ideal for long-term measurements: measurement data memory for 1 million readings, battery life of up to 3 years
- Wall mount included
- HACCP compliant, EN 12830 certified, protection class IP 65
- Data evaluation: three possible software versions to choose from, basic software available as a free download
- 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
- -20 to +85°C
- 0 to 100% relative humidity
- Accuracy ±0.5°C - ±5%
- Resolution 0.1°C 0.1%
- Up to 10 years battery life
- Diameter 16 mm, thickness 6 mm
- Stainless steel
- Shock resistant
Miniature data logger / subminiature data logger for temperature (-40...+85°C ± 1°C)
- Digital temperature data logger for minimal space requirements
- Robust IP56 stainless steel housing
- Individual configuration of numerous parameters
Miniature data logger / subminiature data logger for temperature (-40°C ... +85°C ± 0.5°C)
- Digital temperature data logger for minimal space requirements
- High measurement accuracy
- Robust IP56 stainless steel housing
- Individual configuration of numerous parameters
Miniature data logger / subminiature data logger for temperature (0°C ... +125°C ± 0.5°C)
- Digital temperature data logger for minimal space requirements
- High measurement accuracy
- Robust IP56 stainless steel housing
- Individual configuration of numerous parameters
Thermotrack Webserve (software) enables:
- Real-time monitoring of Pixie Truck refrigerated vehicles
- Monitoring the temperature of refrigerated vehicles in real time.
- To track the location of refrigerated vehicles by pairing the Pixie Temp data logger with the GPS beacon.
- Read and save temperature curves.
- Set temperature thresholds and receive alerts.
- Assign and manage user accounts and access rights.
Thermotrack Webserve (software) enables:
- Real-time monitoring of Pixie Truck refrigerated vehicles
- Monitoring the temperature of refrigerated vehicles in real time.
- To track the location of refrigerated vehicles by pairing the Pixie Temp data logger with the GPS beacon.
- Read and save temperature curves.
- Set temperature thresholds and receive alerts.
- Assign and manage user accounts and access rights.