Cold Chain Planner (Reefer)
Plan reefer loads with temperature zoning, calculate maximum payload, and estimate runtime/energy requirements for perishable goods transportation.
Input Parameters
Temperature Zones
Results
Maximum Payload Capacity
26,500 kg
Your planned load: 10,000 kg (38% of capacity)
Energy Consumption Estimate
245 kWh/day
Total energy required: 3,430 kWh
Temperature Compliance
Within Range
Recommended range for selected commodity: -2°C to 4°C
Cost Estimate
$4,850
Includes energy, handling, and transportation costs
How to Use This Tool
Select Commodity
Choose the type of perishable goods you’re transporting from the dropdown menu.
Configure Parameters
Set container size, origin/destination ports, temperature requirements, and payload weight.
Calculate
Click the calculate button to generate energy estimates and compliance checks.
Export Results
Download your cold chain plan in various formats for sharing and documentation.
Example Input → Output
Input: Shipping frozen meat from Shanghai to Los Angeles in a 40ft reefer at -18°C with 18,000 kg payload.
Output: Energy estimate: 310 kWh/day, Total energy: 4,340 kWh, Compliance: Within range, Cost estimate: $6,200.
Benefits to Visitors
Saves Time & Effort
Automate complex calculations and planning processes with our intuitive tool.
Free & Accurate Results
Get precise cold chain planning without any cost or subscription requirements.
Works on All Devices
Access the tool from desktop, tablet, or mobile phone with full functionality.
Multilingual Support
Use the tool in 10 different languages with RTL support for Arabic and Urdu.
Frequently Asked Questions
This Cold Chain Planner helps logistics professionals plan reefer (refrigerated container) shipments by calculating temperature zoning requirements, maximum payload capacity, and energy consumption estimates for perishable goods transportation.
Yes, this tool is completely free to use with no hidden costs or subscription requirements. We believe in providing valuable logistics tools to the industry.
Absolutely! The Cold Chain Planner is fully responsive and works on all devices including desktop computers, tablets, Android phones, and iPhones.
Yes, the tool supports 10 languages: English, Spanish, Chinese, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, French, German, Japanese, and Russian. It also includes RTL (right-to-left) support for Urdu and Arabic.
Yes, you can export your cold chain plans in multiple formats including CSV, Excel, PDF, JPG, and SVG for sharing, documentation, and reporting purposes.