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Refrigerated Containers in Asheville, North Carolina

Moon Refrigeration Offers Refrigerated Containers in Asheville, North Carolina Asheville is the 12th largest city in North Carolina. With its combined small-town feel and city culture, it harbors a number of thriving industries. Tourists often visit Asheville for its outdoor activities, brewery scene, arts offerings, or to visit the historic Biltmore Estate. The city’s music […]

What is the Cold Chain?

You may have heard the term cold chain before. Today on the blog we will be reviewing what it is and why it is so vital for our globalized world. An Intro to the Cold Chain According to the Global Cold Chain Alliance, “The cold chain refers to managing the temperature of perishable products in […]

History of the Reefer Container

The refrigerated container, sometimes called reefer container, is a fundamental part of shipping and storage today. How did we get to this point? Let’s take a look at the history of the reefer container. 19th Century By all accounts, some forms of refrigerated shipping by the early 1800’s. Up until this point, any cargo that […]