Many businesses have refrigerated storage, be that fridges or freezers, which must be monitored under UK regulations to ensure that the contents remain at a safe temperature and do not spoil. Companies often rely on regular manual checks. This can be unreliable and has proved to be problematic during the lockdown.
So, what is an easy solution?
Smart temperature sensors are a great way to monitor temperatures in various appliances and rooms remotely and are more affordable than you might think.
Our smart sensors are small and powerful and can record temperature readings at 5 minutes to 15-minute intervals, sending the encrypted data through 4G to the cloud where it is stored. This takes away the reliance on staff and human error in recording and remembering to check the temperatures at the correct intervals manually.
The sensors give you 24/7 real-time monitoring of the temperatures remotely at any location. You can monitor multiple fridges or freezers in multiple locations from anywhere.
Our smart sensor solution doesn’t just record the temperatures. It can also alert you if there is an issue. You can set parameters on the temperature range, and if the temperature falls outside of it, an alert will be sent to the pre-set contacts by either text message or email. So, not only does the smart temperature sensors save you the time of recording temperatures, but they also enable you to fix any issues before the contents are wasted.
Typical problems that have been identified include faulty equipment, doors not being closed properly, power cuts or power being accidentally switched off to the appliance, which manual recording may not detect until it is too late. We also offer door sensors that detect when doors are left open, and the periods they are open to help reduce energy wastage and encourage staff to close and check doors.
Reports can also be run to show regulatory compliance with temperature management with the Food Safety Authority or other regulatory bodies. It can also enable you to see if there are any patterns and whether an appliance is faulty and needs repair or replacement.
Are they complicated?
The smart temperature sensors are tiny at less than 2cm x 2cm, simple to install in any location, and have a battery life of up to 15 years. They can be easily fixed within the equipment to take readings using the adhesive back or a holder. They automatically pair to the 4G cloud connector, which means they are simply plug and play.
The cloud interface is easy to use and set up with the temperature perimeters and alert contacts. Set reports can be run at the touch of a button, making it much simpler than a manual system.
Are they expensive?
The sensors are a low-cost item that enables you to save money. The return on investment is often a matter of months. They help reduce wastage, save staff time and reduce administration on collating and storing the information.
Who could benefit?
Many industries could benefit from these little smart sensors that can monitor the temperature, such as anyone in the food industry, including food retailers, cafes, restaurants, caterers and grocery shops.
It is also beneficial for those storing pharmaceuticals required to be stored at cold temperatures, including medicine and vaccine.
If you think that these smart sensors or others in our range could help you manage your cold storage, get in touch to find out more. Call us on 01423 815299 today or use the button below to leave us a message