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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.
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 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
- Operating time of 90 days
- Everything in one logger: PDF measurement data, configuration file, calibration certificate and operating instructions
- Immediate creation of a PDF report directly after connection to the computer
- Compliant with GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, HACCP and EN 12830
- Transport monitoring over an unlimited period of use
- Everything in one 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
Miniature data logger / subminiature data logger for high temperatures (+15°C ... +140°C ± 1.5°C)
- Digital temperature data logger for minimal space requirements
- High measurement accuracy
- Robust IP56 stainless steel housing
- Individual configuration of numerous parameters
- USB data logger for temperature & humidity
- Multi-use device
- Lithium battery with long service life