Articles by tag: Cold Storage
The industry doesn’t need tea leaves to determine the leading cold & self-storage construction trends in 2024; they only need to listen to the experts. The self-storage sector, adapting to changing demands and a cooling housing market, has become a resilient performer in real estate, with trends showing a shift towards stability and a […]
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Keep Your Cool with KPS Global: Walk-In Freezer Door Replacements Made Simple
A walk-in freezer door is a crucial element in any cold storage facility. Its quality and performance significantly affect the efficiency and reliability of the whole operation. The door ensures that the cold air is kept in and the hot air out. This maintains the temperature and allows your walk-in freezer to work as efficiently […]
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GroceryShop: The Rise in Convenience
In a recent interview at GroceryShop, an intriguing trend emerges in the convenience store industry. With remote work, the rise of electric vehicles, and the growing popularity of online groceries, convenience stores face significant shifts in consumer behavior. This prompts the industry to evaluate store formats and find ways to accommodate these evolving dynamics. The […]
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Varcode Forms Strategic Partnership with PL Developments to Build Cold Chain Monitoring into Pharma Manufacturing, Packaging, Distribution
CHICAGO – January 12, 2020 – Varcode™, maker of digital, time- and temperature-sensitive supply chain solutions, today announced it has formed a strategic partnership with PL Developments (PLD) to enhance the scale and availability of Varcode’s cold chain monitoring technology. Under the agreement, amongst other things, PLD will assemble and apply Varcode “Smart Tags” to products onsite and […]
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Dry Ice Becomes a Must for COVID Vaccine Distribution
As the world eagerly awaits the manufacture and distribution of the COVID vaccine, many are considering the many steps that will be needed to deliver these vital vials of medication to the hospitals and pharmacies where they’ll be injected. Moderna’s vaccine has to be shipped at -4˚F, then can be stored at that temperature […]
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The Race for the COVID Vaccine has Reemphasized the Need for a Robust Cold Supply Chain
The wait for the COVID vaccine is coming to an end as multiple pharmaceutical companies have announced effective treatments in recent weeks. The next challenge is the massive distribution of vaccines that require cold storage at extreme temperatures. Daniel Litwin, Guest Host and the Voice of B2B was joined by Joseph Battoe to discuss […]
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Viking Cold Solutions Announces the Launch of Xcel Energy’s Custom Thermal Storage Incentive Program
HOUSTON, Sept. 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Viking Cold Solutions, the leading thermal energy storage technology provider for the low-temperature cold storage and frozen food industries, announces the inclusion of its award-winning energy storage technology in Xcel Energy’s new Custom Thermal Storage Incentive Program, part of their Custom Efficiency programs in Colorado and Minnesota. As […]
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The Resurgence of Brick-and-Mortar Stores: One-of-a-kind Shopping Experiences Are Turning Customers into Brand Ambassadors
In the convenient world of e-commerce, big box stores are seeing a resurgence. Chains like Dick’s Sporting Goods, Walmart, and Target are experimenting with one-of-a-kind shopping experiences that can turn casual shoppers into loyal fans. In a recent Experts Talk roundtable, Allen Adamson, Co-Founder at Metaforce, highlighted how one-of-a-kind shopping experiences make for exciting […]
Revolutionize Customer Engagement Through Digital Augmentations in Physical Retail
The digital transformation of retail experiences in physical stores has become crucial as big-box retailers strive to maintain their relevance and competitive edge in a digital era. These retailers are embedding interactive features and digital augmentations in their physical locations to offer unique, engaging customer experiences. This approach merges the tactile allure of in-store […]
Enthusiastic and Trained Employees can Enhance Experiences and Drive Success in Physical Retail
In today’s retail landscape, big-box retailers are emphasizing the importance of their physical locations, even as the digital marketplace continues to expand. Stores like Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart are not just maintaining their brick-and-mortar presence but are actively enhancing it with features like interactive elements and new store openings. This reassertion of the […]
The Coexistence of Big Box and Small Retail Relies on Synergistic Relationships
Despite being long time competitors, big box retailers and small local businesses can both coexist in ways that benefit the other. Of course, both retail formats are different but by maintaining their core business models, the two can bank and leverage their strengths and still be open to synergistic relationships. During an episode of […]