Intelligent cooling solutions are redefining food security

Fresh produce can lose quality, shelf life and safety when temperatures shift even slightly during transport or storage. That makes the cold chain, a network of refrigerated containers, storage facilities, distribution centers and transport systems, central to food security.

Daikin, a global heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration company, says its Farm-to-Fork approach supports the entire food value chain. Its systems cover agricultural production, food processing, cold storage, logistics, retail and final consumption.

The company’s portfolio includes energy-efficient freezing and chilling systems for medium and large facilities, integrated refrigeration displays for retailers and IoT-enabled tools that monitor temperature. Daikin says the equipment is designed for high-ambient and high-humidity conditions, including the Gulf.

“When transporting food, downtime is simply not an option. With decades of engineering expertise, Daikin ensures that every solution delivers uninterrupted performance and is designed to operate in demanding climates, such as those in the Gulf. Our priority is to ensure our partners are fully equipped to maintain supply chain continuity and food quality throughout the entire product lifecycle, from origin right to consumer,” said Sanjeev Maheshwari, general manager of HVAC and refrigeration solutions at Daikin Middle East and Africa.

The systems operate from 10°C to minus 45°C, allowing operators to handle fresh produce and frozen goods through one flexible platform. The company says demand is increasing for refrigeration that can control temperature, humidity and airflow while also limiting energy use and meeting stricter sustainability requirements.

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When transporting food, downtime is simply not an option. With decades of engineering expertise, Daikin ensures that every solution delivers uninterrupted performance and is designed to operate in demanding climates, such as those in the Gulf. Our priority is to ensure our partners are fully equipped to maintain supply chain continuity and food quality throughout the entire product lifecycle, from origin right to consumer.