Success Story: Coldtruck - Cold Chain for McDonald's
When excellence in refrigerated logistics meets cutting-edge technology, partnerships that make a difference are born. This is the case of Coldtruck SRL, a company specialized in refrigerated cargo transport for McDonald's, which together with our partner Control Group implemented a comprehensive cold chain monitoring solution.
The Challenge
Coldtruck SRL faced critical requirements for their McDonald's operation:
- 🍔 Demanding standards from the world's largest fast-food chain
- 🌡️ Precise temperature control throughout the entire journey
- 📋 Complete traceability for audits and regulatory compliance
- ⚡ Real-time alerts for any temperature deviation
- 🚛 14 vehicles in refrigerated fleet to monitor
McDonald's requires its logistics providers to comply with strict cold chain protocols to ensure food safety. A small temperature deviation can mean the rejection of an entire shipment.
The Solution: Rinho + Control Group
Control Group, our certified partner in Argentina, designed a custom solution using:
Hardware Deployed
| Component | Quantity | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Rinho Smart IoT | 14 units | GPS tracking and telemetry |
| Rinho Condition | 14 units | BLE temperature sensor |
Why Rinho Condition?
The Rinho Condition sensor was the ideal choice for its features:
- 📡 BLE Connectivity: Wireless installation, ideal for sealed refrigerated compartments
- 🎯 ±0.3°C Accuracy: Exceeds McDonald's required standards
- 🔋 Long battery life: Up to 2 years of continuous operation
- 💧 IP67: Resistant to washing and condensation
- 📊 Multiple sensors: Ability to monitor different truck zones
💡 Key advantage: Being wireless, Rinho Condition installs directly inside the refrigerated compartment without piercing the insulated walls, maintaining the equipment's thermal integrity.
Implementation
The implementation process was coordinated by Control Group at their Buenos Aires facility:
Project Stages
- Technical assessment of the 14 vehicles
- Alert configuration according to McDonald's temperature ranges
- Installation of devices Rinho Smart IoT
- Sensor pairing Rinho Condition via BLE
- Platform integration with Control Group's monitoring system
- Training for Coldtruck's team
Results Achieved
After implementation, Coldtruck reported significant improvements:
Success Metrics
| Indicator | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature incidents | 3-4/month | 0 |
| Alert response time | 30+ min | < 2 min |
| Cargo rejections | Occasional | Zero |
| Fleet visibility | Partial | 100% real-time |
Operational Benefits
✅ Guaranteed compliance: Complete traceability for McDonald's audits
✅ Loss reduction: Zero merchandise rejections due to temperature
✅ Immediate response: Instant alerts enable timely corrective actions
✅ Automatic documentation: Temperature reports for each trip
✅ Customer confidence: McDonald's values transparency and professionalism
Testimonial
"The implementation with Control Group and Rinho devices allowed us to make a huge quality leap. Now we have total visibility of the temperature at every moment of the journey, and McDonald's fully trusts our operation."
— Coldtruck SRL
About Control Group
Control Group is a Rinho Certified Partner in Argentina, specialized in vehicle tracking solutions, vehicle recovery, and fleet monitoring. With over 15 years of experience, they offer customized integration and local technical support.
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This success story demonstrates how collaboration between Rinho and our certified partners enables the implementation of high-demand solutions for clients with international standards.