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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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Ideal for long-term measurements: 1 million readings can be stored, battery life of up to 3 years
- Wall mount included
- HACCP compliant, EN 12830 certified, protection class IP 65
- Data evaluation: three different software versions available, basic software free of charge
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Comprehensive transport monitoring: Records temperature, relative humidity, light, shock, tilt and the cellular-network-based location
- Real-time data transmission: Transfers measurement data via 4G LTE Cat 1 with 2G fallback to the tempmate.®-Cloud and additionally stores it locally
- Up to 120 days of recording: Applies to the lithium version with a 10-minute logging interval and a 240-minute transmission interval
- Local report output via USB 2.0: Stored data and reports can also be accessed locally through the USB interface
- Configurable monitoring: Logging and transmission intervals as well as alarm limits can be adjusted to suit the transport application
Important information for shipments to China: The location function of the tempmate.®-GS2 V2 cannot be used reliably on mainland China. The logger is not a GPS logger. Its location is determined via the cellular network using LBS (Location Based Services). Due to limitations in processing the location data, the position shown on the cloud map in China may be missing, outdated or incorrect.
- Comprehensive transport monitoring: Records temperature, relative humidity, light, shock, tilt, movement and location
- Precise GNSS positioning: Determines the position using GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou and A-GPS with additional Wi-Fi and Cell-ID positioning
- Real-time data transmission: Transfers measurement and location data to the tempmate.®-Cloud via 4G LTE Cat 1 with 2G fallback
- Cloud and local evaluation: Provides unlimited cloud storage, up to 24,200 locally stored readings and report generation via USB 2.0
- Up to 120 days runtime: A total of up to three starts is possible within this period
- Disposable temperature data logger
- Temperature and relative humidity
- -30°C to +70°C
- up to 180 days recording time at 10 min. measuring interval
- (other options on request)
- Multifunction LCD display
- PDF report
- EN 12830, CE, RoHS
- Calibration certificate
- Dimensions: 93 x 47 x 8 mm
- Disposable temperature data logger
- -30°C to +70°C
- up to 180 days recording time at 10 min. measuring interval
(other options on request) - Multifunction LCD display
- PDF report
- EN 12830, CE, RoHS
- Calibration certificate
- Dimensions: 93 x 47 x 8 mm
- Disposable temperature data logger
- -30°C to +70°C
- up to 180 days recording time
Disposable temperature indicator
- Waterproof and food-safe
- Intelligent LED status monitoring
- Cost-effective and reliable
- Available for different temperature ranges
- Precise temperature monitoring
- Extreme low temperature capability down to -90°C
- Simple operation
- Continuous data recording
- GDP-compliant reusable temperature logger
- Automatically generated PDF analyses
- Status indication on the display
Single-use data logger for monitoring temperature (extended measuring range) and location
- Configurable measurement and transmission intervals
- Sensors for temperature with extended measuring range -200°C to 100°C
- Location query via GSM
- Data transmission via 4G LTE technology with 2G fallback
- incl. worldwide data flat rate
One-way data logger for monitoring temperature, light and location
- Configurable measurement and transmission intervals
- Sensors for temperature, light and location
- Data transmission via 4G LTE technology with 2G fallback
- incl. worldwide data flat rate
- Temperature range: -30°C to +70°C (can be extended to -40°C to +80°C and -200°C to +100°C with optional external sensors)
- Battery life: Up to 120 days with rechargeable battery
- Data connection: Worldwide 4G connectivity with automatic switch to 2G
- Memory: Local memory for up to 50,000 measured values, unlimited storage space on the tempmate cloud
- Precise transport monitoring: Measures impacts from 0.1 to 100G, adjustable alarm thresholds from 3.5 to 100G, as well as temperature and humidity for comprehensive environmental analysis.
- Long battery life: Operates between 6 months and 4.5 years, depending on the reporting interval – ideal for long-term monitoring.
- Accurate location tracking: Uses GPS along with Wi-Fi and cellular signals for precise positioning and supports geofencing for real-time notifications.
- Global connectivity: Operates on 4G LTE with a 2G fallback to ensure a stable connection throughout the entire shipment.
- Easy configuration & data analysis: Configuration via a web app, with all data stored securely in the SpotSee Cloud for detailed transport reports.
- Precise transport monitoring: Measures impacts from 0.1 to 100G, adjustable alarm thresholds from 3.5 to 100G, as well as temperature and humidity for comprehensive environmental analysis.
- Long battery life: Operates between 6 months and 4.5 years, depending on the reporting interval – ideal for long-term monitoring.
- Accurate location tracking: Uses GPS along with Wi-Fi and cellular signals for precise positioning and supports geofencing for real-time notifications.
- Global connectivity: Operates on 4G LTE with a 2G fallback to ensure a stable connection throughout the entire shipment.
- Easy configuration & data analysis: Configuration via a web app, with all data stored securely in the SpotSee Cloud for detailed transport reports.
- Real-time connectivity: Sends impact and environmental alerts directly to the cloud.
- High-precision impact recording: Detects and logs shocks, vibrations, and g-forces.
- Customizable settings: Adjustable thresholds and location update frequency.
- Comprehensive environmental monitoring: Built-in sensors for temperature and humidity tracking.
- Rugged design: Built for demanding environments.
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
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
- Wide temperature range: Accurately measures from -100 to +150 °C – ideal for dry ice storage and sterilization.
- External sensor & LCD display: 1 m cable with probe and display showing current value, status, and alarms.
- Instant PDF report: Auto-generated report at end of logging – includes graph, stats, and table view.
- FDA & 21 CFR Part 11 compliant: Tamper-proof data with password protection and embedded calibration certificate.
- Reusable & robust: Long-life battery (1 year), replaceable – food-grade plastic housing (ABS).
- Precise temperature monitoring: Measuring range from -85 °C to +70 °C, ideal for dry ice logistics.
- Reusable & durable: Long-lasting battery, easily replaceable for multiple uses.
- Automatic PDF & CSV reports: Secure data output via built-in USB-C connection.
- Simple configuration: Adjustable alarm limits, measurement intervals, and time zone settings.
- Package unit: 1 data logger including 5-point calibration certificate
- Precise temperature control: Accurately records temperature trends in storage and transport environments.
- Integrated display: Shows current, minimum, maximum, and average temperature values.
- Long battery life: Replaceable battery with up to one year of operation.
- Includes calibration certificate: Delivered with a 6-point calibration certificate for maximum measurement accuracy.
- Automatic documentation: Generates a PDF report independently without additional software.
- Optimal temperature monitoring: Ideal for controlling storage and transport conditions.
- Wide measurement range: Records temperatures from -30°C to +70°C with high accuracy.
- Easy handling: Automatically generates PDF reports without additional software.
- Reliable status display: LED signals indicate operating status and alarms.
- Fast data transfer: Direct USB connection for quick and hassle-free evaluation.