Temperature Recorder Placement

Welcome to the third installment on our series on the Interactions between Refrigerated Trailers and Products.

Temperature recorders are also commonly referred to as TempTales or Ryan recorders. Their proper use (placement, position, and performance) is critical to ensure that the temperature recorder provides an accurate reading of the ambient temperature inside the trailer during transport.


So, after the temperature recorder has been confirmed to be working in good order, where does it go?


According to Sensitech, the correct location of the TempTale is on the back right pallet facing the doors. If the TempTale is placed before the last pickup, the Temptale should still be placed on the last pallet for that pickup.

Below, a couple of images of correct vs. incorrect TempTale placement:

Temperature recorders should not be placed on trailer walls because this permits heat that is conducted through the walls to affect the reading produced by the recorder.

Correct handling of the temperature recorder is critical to it's success in producing an accurate reading!!! To learn more regarding this topic and other important notes on the interactions between refrigerated trailers and products, please visit our website at http://www.unitedworldcargo.com/, and download the full PDF file available on the Customer and Carrier sections!!!


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Reference:

4 Steps to a Successful Shipment. Sensitech Cold Chain Visibility. PowerPoint Presentation. Received on 11/08/2009. Accessed for document on 01/06/2010.

Temperature Recorders

Temperature recorders (also commonly referred to as temptales or ryan recorders) are one of the most crucial elements of a perishable load. Often, they are of great assistance when temperature issues arise, as they advise of the in-transit temperature history. Find some key elements of temperature recorders below:

Remember the 4 P’s when dealing with temperature recorders: Presence, Position, Placement, and Performance:

· Presence: Customers that require temperature recorders have paid for them, and they should be considered as additional product on the load. It is the driver’s responsibility to check for their presence and ensure that the correct number of recorders are on the truck (for example, if the customer has requested a temptale from each pickup and there are 4 pickups, drivers must make sure that there are a total of 4 temptales on the truck). Drivers must also make sure that the recorder serial number that is on the bill of lading matches the serial number of the actual device. These details are your responsibility and UWC must be notified of any discrepancies!!!

· Position: the position of the recorder is critical to make sure that they provide an accurate reading. UWC advises that they be placed on the 2nd pallet from the tail of the trailer. Generally, this should be observed unless our Customer specifically indicates otherwise.


· Placement: recorders must be placed on the on the top of boxes on the pallet in order to provide an accurate reading. Make sure that the recorder is placed carefully as to not damage it.


· Performance: make sure that the recorder is in good working order and turned on. The recorder will be insignificant if its performance is not verified.

Remember these 4 P’s of temperature recorders to aid in the success of your deliveries. If you need a refresher or assistance in any loading particulars, remember to refer to UWC’s Carrier Loading Guidelines V2 Brochure!! Available in print or online in both English and Spanish!!