Refrigerated & Frozen Foods taps into today’s rail and intermodal trends to find out what technological advancements are in place, and how they keep America’s supply chains moving.
Rail and intermodal is a key ingredient to nearly any transportation strategy. Figuring out how to get bulk product from Point A to Point B safely, efficiently and cost effectively takes time, technology and due diligence.
Rather than build anew, companies are upgrading, renovating and replacing existing buildings with new equipment and technology to keep up with today’s ever-changing industry demands.
Whether it’s upgrading, renovating and replacing existing buildings, or building new from the ground up, the refrigerated and frozen food industry continues to experience an increase in demand for automation, sustainability and sanitation.
The realities of supply chain disruptions have become top of mind for executives in every industry. Sub-standard and unsafe working conditions, product shortages due to extreme weather-related events and the discovery of counterfeit or contaminated components are examples where companies have encountered risks that ultimately affect their ability to serve their customers. The food industry is no different.
The supply chain for perishable products can be complex and expensive. How does insulation play a role, and is it being overlooked as part of improving the supply chain?
In an effort to establish control over its global meat business, OSI Group, Aurora, Ill., took the first step by announcing a new global trading platform.