TEN Featured in CCJ 10-44 Video Series: Don White Discusses Refrigerated Fleet Efficiency

TEN’s own Don White, VP Refrigerated Strategy & Solutions, was recently featured in Commercial Carrier Journal, where he shared expert insights on improving refrigerated trailer efficiency, reducing fuel consumption, and optimizing cold chain fleet performance.

In the interview, Don highlights how refrigerated fleet efficiency is heavily influenced by real-world operating conditions, not just equipment specs. Factors such as tighter temperature requirements, warm product loads, trailer airflow, and loading practices can significantly increase refrigeration unit runtime and fuel usage if not properly managed.

He also emphasizes the importance of refrigerated trailer specification and preventative maintenance. Properly sealed doors, optimized insulation, and well- maintained airflow systems all play a key role in maintaining consistent temperatures and reducing unnecessary strain on refrigeration units.

For fleet operators, the discussion reinforces that improving refrigerated transportation efficiency requires a full-system approach. Aligning trailer design, maintenance practices, and temperature management strategies can help fleets reduce operating costs, improve uptime, and extend equipment life while
maintaining cold chain integrity.

As demand for efficient refrigerated transportation continues to grow across North America, these operational insights provide practical strategies for fleets looking to improve performance and control fuel costs.

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