What is a QPod™?

A refrigerated palletized container/storage unit capable of freighting temperature sensitive perishables over distance.

How does a QPod™ differ from other forms of refrigerated transport?

By its size, portability and temperature control performance. The QPod™ is designed so that it can be moved with it's cargo throughout the entire distribution chain. This means at transfer points the cargo is not handled only the QPod™. This feature together with new technologies ensures optimal temperature control is maintained at all times.

What are the fundamental patented components of the QPod™?

The revolutionary air distribution system, the QPod™ configuration, ducting and insulation and the refrigeration mechanism located in the base of the QPod.

Can the QPod™ be accessed during transit to allow for Customs and Agricultural inspection without degradation of the temperature?

QPods™ can be easily inspected via a hinged door or removable panel.

What is the Power Source required to operate?

Via a single phase power supply to a standard 240V connection. Multi plugs are fitted to all QPods™ to enable power attachment in whatever country of transit or destination, Europe 220V 60Hz, USA 110V 60Hz, NZ-Australia 240V 50Hz, Japan 100V 50Hz and 100V 60Hz. Customers should confirm with QPod™ Systems the QPod™ model required for operation in their country. A short inferface extension lead is available for different power plug connections.

What if the incorrect power source is plugged in?

A no-start safety device has been installed which will automatically switch the unit to the correct voltage.

How does the QPod™ retain its pre-determined temperature when no power source is available to it?

Without power the QPod™ can hold temperature for a number of hours with little variance (depending on the ambient conditions of the day and product carried). In addition a euteric tank can be installed in the upper ceiling of the pod to assist with down time cooling.

What freight options are available with QPods™?

QPods™ can be road, rail or sea freighted. We are mid way through developing a QPod for air freight which can maintain temperature in a powered off state for longer periods of time and within airline guidelines.

At what point in the supply chain would QPod™ be used?

Gate to Plate. QPods™ can be delivered to the producers to allow for coolstorage on the spot. Once ready QPods™ can be collected, they are then under refrigeration the entire journey to end destination.

What monitoring options are available with a QPod™?

We can provide flexible monitoring options which are dependent upon the clients’ requirements. Mobile monitoring is available, and for high value cargoes graphic reports are available including independent reports if required.

What if the power to the QPod™ fails?

Operators are responsible for ensuring power to QPods™. They will need to develop their own inspection systems. QPods™ can be fitted with a power off alarm. If power is not available, as QPods™ are insulated it could take several hours before the temperature inside changes significantly.

How secure is a QPod™?

Each QPod™ can be provided with a secure seal that would identify if the QPod had been opened or accessed.

What can we anticipate as a percentage waste reduction?

Waste reduction is product dependent, but we know that by regulating the temperature from harvest point, when the product is at its optimum, to its end destination we can in many cases significantly if not completely reduce wastage.

What are the benefits of using a QPod™?