Cold Chain • Continuous Logging

Temperature Controlled (Reefer)

Climate-precise transport for food, pharmaceuticals, and perishables with unbroken cold-chain integrity.

Interior of a refrigerated trailer carrying palletized freight
Overview

Service Overview & Operational Capability

Cold chain has no tolerance for approximation. We set the reefer to your specified set point, pre-cool the trailer before loading, and log temperature continuously from origin to delivery. If a unit deviates, dispatch is alerted while there is still time to act — not after the receiver rejects the load.

  • Frozen, chilled, and controlled-ambient transportation
  • Multi-temperature zones for mixed-commodity loads
  • Continuous temperature logging with downloadable records
  • Real-time reefer monitoring and deviation alerting
  • Strict cold-chain integrity from pre-cool through unloading
Equipment & Technology

Equipment & Technology Standards

Reefer reliability comes from maintenance discipline and monitoring, not luck.

  • Maintained refrigeration units on a documented service interval
  • Trailer pre-cooling before every load and verified set-point entry
  • Telematics-linked reefer monitoring alongside GPS tracking
  • Temperature recorder data supplied with proof of delivery
  • Sanitized, odour-free trailers with inspected door seals and air chutes
Standards & Compliance

Industry Standards & Regulatory Compliance

Food and pharmaceutical freight carries regulatory obligations that follow the product all the way to the receiver.

  • Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) aligned handling
  • US FDA Sanitary Transportation Rule compliance on cross-border lanes
  • HACCP-conscious sanitation and trailer inspection procedures
  • Documented temperature records retained for traceability and audit
  • Drivers trained in cold-chain handling and load-rejection prevention
Use Cases

Use Cases & Solutions

Fresh and frozen food distribution

Move produce, seafood, and frozen goods to grocery and foodservice receivers within spec.

Pharmaceutical and healthcare freight

Maintain narrow temperature bands with continuous records for regulated products.

Mixed-temperature loads

Use multi-zone trailers to combine frozen and chilled product on one delivery run.

Seasonal perishable surges

Scale refrigerated capacity around harvest and holiday peaks without service gaps.

Our Process

Step-By-Step Logistics Process

  1. 01

    Booking & Rate Confirmation

    Dispatch captures your temperature-controlled requirements, commodity details, and delivery window, then issues a written rate confirmation the same business day.

  2. 02

    Dispatch & Equipment Assignment

    We assign the right trailer and a qualified driver, pre-trip inspect the unit, and plan the route around weight limits, hours of service, and weather.

  3. 03

    In-Transit Monitoring

    GPS telematics and driver check calls keep you informed at pickup, en route, and on approach, with proactive alerts if anything shifts.

  4. 04

    Delivery & Proof of Delivery

    Freight is unloaded to your receiver's protocol and a signed, time-stamped proof of delivery is returned to you electronically.

Nationwide Network

We Work For You — Coast to Coast Across Canada

Nationwide reach, remote included

We provide services across all provinces and territories in Canada, with a network and partnerships that reach even the most remote locations.

Every freight type covered

Deep expertise in FTL, LTL, temperature-controlled goods, hazardous materials, oversized shipments, and specialized cargo.

Safety at every mile

We prioritize the absolute safety and security of your freight throughout every mile of the journey.

Vancouver
Calgary
Toronto
Montreal
Truro NS
Halifax
Testimonials

Trusted By Shippers Across Canada

We have used Melai Transportation for local cartage for years. The products always arrive in perfect condition and on time. Highly Recommended!

Jackson T.

Local Customer

Your ability to handle any size load, to-and-from anywhere and within any service time frame has made you our best and only choice for handling our shipments.

Enterprise Logistics Partner

Verified Client

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Our team is standing by to handle your local, nationwide, or cross-border freight.