A refrigerated truck, also known as a Reefer truck, is a vehicle specially designed to transport perishables at specific temperatures. It is equipped with a refrigeration system and insulation to transport room temperature, refrigerated, chilled, frozen, deep-frozen foods and temperature-sensitive cargo. Reefer vehicles are equipped with insulation and active refrigeration and can be used for intercity and interstate transportation. To ensure the safety and freshness of food and pharmaceuticals, many regional and national laws and regulations require that they must be transported through compliant cold chain standards.
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What Are the Uses of Refrigerated Trucks?
One of the main functions of refrigerated trucks is to keep the temperature constant. Fresh food (especially meat, seafood, dairy products, etc.) is extremely sensitive to temperature, and is especially prone to harboring harmful bacteria or microorganisms. Refrigerated trucks can avoid temperature fluctuations leading to food spoilage.
Frozen Transportation
Frozen meat is required to be kept at a low temperature below -18℃ during transportation.
- Meat: such as frozen beef, frozen lamb, frozen chicken, frozen duck, frozen pork, frozen rabbit, frozen horse meat, frozen pigeon meat.
- Seafood: frozen mahi-mahi, frozen pomfret, frozen tuna, frozen scallop, frozen eel, frozen cod, frozen lobster, frozen sea cucumber, frozen yellowtail, frozen halibut, frozen abalone, frozen pike crab, frozen fish eggs, etc.
Chilled Transportation
Required to be kept at freezing temperature -2~2℃ during transportation.
- Chilled products: chilled meat (beef, lamb, chicken, etc.), chilled aquatic products (fish, crab, shrimp, shellfish, etc.), chilled fruits (strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, peaches, pears, etc.).
Refrigerated Transportation
The temperature range is from 0 to 7°C.
Pharmaceuticals, beverages, fresh dairy (milk, yogurt, cheese, etc.), flowers and plants, delicatessen foods, various types of pastries, ingredients, etc.
Transportation of fruit and vegetables
Transportation refrigeration temperature is 0~15℃.
Fruits
Apples, pears, lychees, hawthorn, peaches, plums, apricots, sweet cherries, dates, grapes, kiwis, strawberries, persimmons, yams, figs, cantaloupe, longans, citrus fruits, sweet oranges, dragon fruits, pomegranates, olives, coconuts, durians, watermelon, pineapple, grapefruit, melons, poppies, guavas, avocados, limes, bananas, mangos, mangosteens, grapefruits, lemons, papayas, amorsiaticas, pineapple honey, rambutan, passion fruit.
Vegetables
Cabbage, onion, garlic scapes, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, baby carrots, carrots, celery, kale, chicory, leeks, lettuce, spinach, greens, chrysanthemums, fine parsnips, cilantro, parsley, navy beans, water chestnuts, mushrooms, garlic, asparagus, bean sprouts, late potatoes, red tomatoes, legumes (green peas), Buddha’s peas, long beans, green peppers, bell peppers, zucchini, taro, cowpeas, okra, sweet potatoes, green tomatoes, Eggplant, winter squash, cucumber, pumpkin, yam, ginger, early potatoes, bitter melon.
How Refrigerated Trucks Work
Refrigerated trucks rely primarily on advanced refrigeration technology, temperature control systems and insulation. These systems are usually driven by diesel engines or electric units, depending on the design and purpose of the truck.
- Refrigeration unit: the refrigeration unit consists of compressor, condenser and evaporator, which can remove the heat from the compartment. For fresh food, medicine, etc., the refrigeration unit of the refrigerated truck can control the temperature precisely.
- Heat insulation layer: The cargo compartment of the refrigerated truck is made of high-performance heat-insulating materials, and common heat-insulating materials include Foam Polystyrene (EPS), FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic) XPS Foam Composite Panel, and FRP (Fiber Reinforced Plastic) PU Foam Composite Panel, and so on. Whether in severe cold or hot climate, it can prevent external hot and cold gases from entering the interior of the compartment.
Provisions for the Use of Refrigerated Trucks
According to the joint agreement between the European Union ATP and many other countries such as the UK, there are strict regulations on temperature control standards, refrigerated equipment, certification and inspection to ensure that perishable food products are under strict temperature control management in the process of cross-border transportation. The strict requirements of ATP in the refrigerated transportation industry have brought about technological upgrading of refrigerated equipment, upgrading of environmentally friendly materials, and upgrading of customized services.
Why Choose a Refrigerated Body from Carbodygroup?
Carbodygroup specializes in providing top-of-the-line refrigerated cargo solutions for demanding usage environments. Here’s why you should consider working with us:
We are the world’s leading manufacturer of refrigerated trucks, enclosed trailers, freezer trucks, and multi-temperature zone refrigerated trucks, providing design, manufacturing, and new material development for a wide range of customized refrigerated truck bodies. We have the world’s most advanced automated manufacturing plant to provide innovative design services and new material development for box truck manufacturers, box truck dealers, truck tuners, truck repair shops, truck leasing companies, cold chain transportation companies, pharmaceutical companies, food companies, meat processing companies, and DIY enthusiasts around the world.
Make it easier for clients to make money
We offer Prefabricated box reefer truck body kits delivered in CKD/SKD/CBU with 100% customized production. We are the best OEM manufacturer of refrigerated trucks.
Benefits
- One-piece panel, no welding, no rivets
- Modular design
- CKD/SKD kits
- Reduce on-site construction steps
- Reduce on-site specialized personnel
- Reduce on-site construction equipment
- Reduce on-site construction waste and consumables
- Faster assembly and standardization
- Reduced transportation costs
- 4 people + 2 hours = 1 box
If you need a customized solution for your refrigerated truck, contact our team of refrigerated truck engineers for the best solution that fits your budget.
