In This Issue

Inquiry of the Week

Take an Exclusive Tour of H-E-B Facilities

Look Out for Import/Export Survey

September/October COLD FACTS Hits Mailboxes

Participate in Strengthening India's Cold Chain

Cold Storage Industry News

Food Industry News

Government News

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Q: What is the preferred storage temperature of beef-extract packed in cans? The extract is used for the manufacturing of gravy like sauces, as a tastemaker in soups, etc. It can be stored ambient, but some clients prefer a refrigerated environment. Should we store it at lower refrigerated temperatures like 32 Fahrenheit or at 59 Fahrenheit, which is recommended by the producers?

A:WFLO Scientific Advisor Don Schlimme responds: In the U.S., canned "gravy" products have a 12 month storage life at ambient temperature. The storage life is extended when stored at 32, 40, 50 or 60 Fahrenheit. Storage of the canned gravy at 59 Fahrenheit will extend its high quality storage life as will storage at 32 Fahrenheit. There is one potential problem, to wit: when stored at a cold temperature condensation of water will occur on the surface of the cans when they are removed to a warm and, perhaps, humid environment. The condensation will stain paper labels and also may rust exposed metal. Therefore, the cans held at refrigerated temperature must be tempered to about ambient temperature before they are placed into conventional storage/distribution. Read additional response from Joe Sebranek, WFLO Scientific Advisor here.

At this year's IACSC Conference & Expo in San Antonio, Texas, USA, 4-7 November, you will have the opportunity to network and acquire the market tactics that will define the cold storage construction business of the future. Special offer: Warehouse members are invited to attend for only $315. In addition to keynote speakers you don't want to miss, and focus sessions that will give you actionable insights to take back to your operations, we will also take you on an exclusive tour of three H-E-B cold storage facilities. H-E-B, one of the largest independently owned food retailers in the U.S, will take attendees through a produce facility, combination facility (meat and dairy), and pharmaceutical facility. Space on the tour is limited so register now!

GCCA International Programs will be sending out a confidential survey next week that will help the association better service members working in international markets and help GCCA develop a strategy to better target our resources for improving the cold chain in emerging and developing markets. The survey will consist of two questions regarding current imports and exports: "Where are you shipping product to?" and "Where are you receiving products from?". You can look for the survey in your email in-boxes next week. We would appreciate your quick response so that we can use the information for our 2011 strategic planning process, as requested by the International Programs Committee at the 2010 GCCA Assembly of Committees. If you have any questions or would like more information contact Richard Tracy at rtracy@gcca.org or +1 703 373 4300.

The bimonthly COLD FACTS magazine is celebrating over a year of successful publication, and you should soon be receiving your September/October edition which features articles on innovative strategies behind cold storage construction and a profile of how some cold storage companies are going green. Access the September/October edition online. COLD FACTS features articles on association activities, the latest cold chain trends and advancements, and in-depth market intelligence studies. COLD FACTS is a direct link to 3,500 of the top decision-makers in the international cold chain. Access your COLD FACTS archives online and if you’re interested in advertising contact James Rogers.

India is leading the world in its agricultural production, but due to challenges in the cold chain an estimated 25-30 percent of the fruits and vegetables produced are wasted. However, this November players in the industry are coming together to discuss solutions at the ICE India Cold Chain Expo 2010 held at the Ashok Hotel in New Delhi, India. Hosted by the GCCA India Division, this is India's largest cold chain event and it promises to bring together top leaders in refrigerated warehousing and logistics, cold storage design-build, food processing, and food science from India and beyond. Attend ICE to network and learn how to participate in strengthening India's Cold Chain. Register and learn more online.

An industrial cold-storage facility previously owned by Burris Logistics has officially changed hands to the new owners, Cloverleaf Cold Storage Co. See full story from The Herald.

Accellos announced the acquisition of the assets of Virtual Dispatch, LLC, a Staufville, Ontario, Canada based provider of both on-premise and on-demand transportation management solutions. See full story from World Book and News.

Windhoek, Namibia (in southwest Africa, north and west of South Africa), has become the first town in the country to offer cold storage. See full story from Extra Space Storage Newsletter.

A cold store construction code of conduct will be effective in Australia and New Zealand beginning 1 December. See full story from Supply Chain Review.

The government of Kenya plans to construct 800 cold storage facilities around the country to preserve fish. See full story from Business Daily.