Tuesday, 11 December 2012

The basics on monitoring storage temperature

If you have a business or company that works with temperature susceptible products, such as a pharmacy or food store, then mapping the temperature is very important. You need to be sure to check the efficiency of any temperature controlled storage systems. Controlled storage systems include cool rooms, warehouses and, yes, obviously fridges!

Each separate storage area needs to be designed for the specific use. The areas need to be in a good condition at all times and should be kept clean, dry and well maintained with satisfactory temperature limits. It is vital that, if temperature or humidity is an element of storage, these are considered and monitored carefully.

The MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) has put regulations in place to ensure that these measures are put into action. This regulation policy is to ensure that all storage systems are mapped and reach a good standard.

Temperature mapping is a process that maps any changes or differences in temperature within the storage arrangement. These changes can occur within a matter of minutes and can be influenced by things like open doors, personal movement, the proximity of any cooling fans and even the capacity of products that are being stored at one time.

Using this system of testing temperature is the most efficient way to measure and locate the exact points of where the temperature is fluctuating most. Temperature mapping doesn’t only locate this issue but it helps solve it. The system will analyse the cause of the variable temperature as well as the effect.

Once this process is complete, sensors ought to be installed as a way of continuing observation and surveillance. This is only necessary in the areas indentified as the most influenced. This monitoring equipment will provide concurrent feedback on the controlled storage environment to help ensure that your products are problem-free!

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