Why do I need a temperature monitoring system?

It detects rising temperatures or refrigeration faults early and sends an alarm before stock is lost, and it provides documented records for food safety and audits.

How many sensors are needed?

It depends on room size and air distribution. In large warehouses and pharmaceutical projects, sensor positions are usually set after a temperature mapping study.

What is temperature mapping?

A study that measures temperature distribution inside the space under different operating conditions to find the warmest and coldest points and where permanent sensors should go.

What are the requirements for pharmaceuticals?

Medicines typically require +2 to +8 °C or +15 to +25 °C, with continuous recording, alarms and periodic sensor calibration in line with Good Distribution Practice (GDP) guidelines. The applicable rules depend on the product and country.

Can monitoring be added to an existing room?

Yes. Wireless sensors and a gateway can be installed in most existing rooms without modifying the refrigeration system.

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What to know about temperature monitoring before equipping a cold room or cold store, including alarms, data records and pharmaceutical requirements.

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Number and location of measuring points
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Record retention period and audit requirements
Pharmaceutical and Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements
Integration with the building or warehouse management system

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