reefer monitoring
Cold chain integrity, from pickup to
drop-off.
Track environmental conditions, catch problems early, and simplify compliance with an integrated reefer monitoring system.
Clear visibility. Less spoilage. Simpler compliance.
Motive Reefer Monitoring combines wireless sensors, telematics data, and remote OEM reefer control to help you protect temperature-controlled cargo in transit.
Get total coverage of your reefer cargo.
Temperature and humidity monitoring
Define ranges for your reefer vehicles and monitor environmental conditions while cargo is in transit.
Door open sensor
Catch prolonged openings that lead to cool air loss and spoilage.
Cargo zone tracking
Install up to six sensors for full coverage in cargo vans, box trucks, and trailers.
Prevent spoilage and catch problems before they cost you.
Temperature deviation alerts
Drivers and back-office team members get notified the moment the temperature exceeds thresholds or deviates too far from set points.
1-min sample rate
Sensors capture and transmit data every minute so you can act fast when conditions change.
Integrate with major reefer OEMs.
Remote two-way control
Manage Carrier and Thermo King reefers. Monitor health, adjust operating modes, and reduce onsite interventions through direct OEM API integrations.
Remote diagnostics
Identify issues remotely to reduce technician dispatches and proactively manage maintenance.
A unified view
Reefer telematics data integrates directly with your existing fleet, so they show up as one asset from the same dashboard.
Simplify compliance and build customer trust.
Accurate and secure reporting
Capture continuous and tamper-proof environmental data to meet demanding compliance standards.
Save time on compliance reports
Generate and share compliance documentation in a few clicks.
Uninterrupted data capture
Transmit environmental data to the Driver App via Bluetooth, even if the vehicle loses cellular connectivity.
Monitor cargo temperature from the Motive Driver App.
Assign drivers to assets
Simplify tracking across your fleet by quickly assigning drivers to specific reefer loads.
Real-time notifications
Drivers get mobile alerts that trigger the moment cargo temperature fluctuates or a door opens.
Share reefer logs
Drivers can share reefer logs directly from the Driver App at the point of delivery.
“Motive Reefer Monitoring enables us to set a report for every 15 minutes to ensure there are no issues with the load. Having this level of visibility saves us 5–10 hours per week in fleet manager productivity and prevents any spoilage.”
Connect and control your reefer monitoring system
with integrated hardware.
Get real-time visibility and control into the status and environmental conditions of your temperature-controlled cargo.
Environmental Sensor
Wirelessly monitors temperature and humidity conditions in your refrigerated trailers. Install up to six in a single reefer.
Door and Environmental Sensor
Monitors and alerts you of door openings alongside temperature and humidity data to prevent spoilage and resolve disputes.
OEM integrations
Remotely control and monitor telematics and temperatures of Carrier and Thermo King units.
Frequently asked questions
What is Motive Reefer Monitoring?
Motive Reefer Monitoring is a temperature monitoring system that provides visibility, control, and protection for fleets hauling temperature-sensitive cargo. Features include reefer temperature monitoring, humidity and door tracking, fleet and driver alerts, and historic reefer logging.
Direct reefer integrations with Thermo King and Carrier offer remote control capabilities.
What are the benefits of Motive’s Reefer Monitoring solution?
- Getting complete coverage of reefer cargo with real-time climate and location data.
- Prevent spoilage and identify issues before they cost your organization.
- Reduce rejected loads, insurance claims, and customer trust issues.
- Simplify compliance and build customer trust through automated logs and compliance reports.
How often are temperature and humidity collected by the Motive Environmental Sensor?
Under normal operations, the environmental data is collected every 1 minute. Data is transferred to a connected, powered Asset Gateway or Vehicle Gateway through a low-energy Bluetooth connection.
Do the Environmental Sensor and Door and Environmental Sensor work on their own?
No, Motive sensors require connectivity to an Asset Gateway Mini or Vehicle Gateway to transmit data.
Do the Thermo King and Carrier integrations work with all reefer models?
Nearly all Thermo King and Carrier units from 2021 onward support our integrations natively, without requiring a Motive Asset Gateway or Vehicle Gateway. Older units can be retrofitted easily with the addition of a dealer-provided telematics box. Motive’s installation team will assist in confirming your requirements and ensuring a smooth adoption process.
Do I need to use a Motive Gateway for the Carrier API or Thermo King API integrations?
With the API integrations, no hardware is required. In many cases, organizations choose to install Motive sensors for more granular reefer monitoring and simplified compliance.
Do the Thermo King and Carrier API integrations work with Motive Reefer Monitoring?
Yes, you can use both Motive hardware or OEM integrations as standalone configurations. But for the best visibility and control, organizations utilize both to get the most comprehensive setup.
How far back can I view trailer temperature history?
Accessible temperature data starts at the installation of an Environmental Sensor or Thermo King and Carrier integration. Customers must maintain an active subscription to access temperature logs in the Motive Dashboard. Reefer monitoring data is available for export to local data storage.
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- Improve visibility and automate operations.
- Identify risks and automate driver coaching.