Courses

For energy-intensive businesses, such as those in the cold storage sector, there has never been a better time to review the impact that AI and automation can have on your energy strategies to ensure maximal resilience, cost optimization, and increased sustainability.

Cold store operators have seen their building and fire insurance premiums increase significantly in the past few years. What has caused this market distortion? How will the insurance market evolve in the next years? What considerations should warehouse operators take to optimize their insurance coverage? Join a panel of European experts as they answer these questions, and more.

This session was part of GCCA’s Digital Learning Essentials series. It originally aired on June 30, 2021 and was hosted by GCCA Europe.

Upgrading and modernizing some of the elements of an existing refrigerated warehouse, and using the right technology for the right application, are essential to creating a world-class refrigerated warehouse. Join the Chairman of Industrial Logistic Systems, Martin Bailey, as we look at the factors that drive the development of an ideal cold store facility.

This session was part of GCCA’s Digital Learning Essentials series. It originally aired on June 29, 2021 and was hosted by GCCA South Africa.

There are unprecedented changes in the cold chain, challenging the way we have been designing, developing, and operating cold storage facilities. Introducing higher levels of automation in your cold storage facility could be the key to overcoming these challenges. Join NewCold Advanced Logistics’ Jonas Swarttouw as he discusses the advantages of automation and the evaluation to go through when determining the right level of automation for your cold storage facility.

This session was part of GCCA’s WFLO Institute Webinar series (now Digital Learning Essentials). It originally aired on November 7, 2019 and was sponsored by Tippmann Innovation.

Warehouses and trucks are critical links for all cold chain operations. Simply put, warehouses could not exist if it were not for trucks and truck drivers, and trucking firms would not exist if trucks and drivers did not have a place from which to pick up shipments and make deliveries. However, priorities for warehouse workers and drivers are not always aligned.

Join this session to learn new innovations and strategies in strengthening driver and warehouse relationships, from paperless check-in options to driver appreciation activities.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Johnson Controls.

There are several factors to consider when implementing automation into temperature-controlled logistics. Financial investment, impact on talent, and the commitment of customers are all important aspects to evaluate and may vary based on facility location.

Join this session to hear firsthand from NewCold Logistics, leaders in automation, about their implementation process, why they chose to insource automation oversight and expertise, and challenges and triumphs they faced along the way.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Vapor Armour. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

Warehouse energy usage is the second highest cost in the cold storage industry behind labor and managing energy usage costs is a high priority for temperature-controlled 3PL operators.

The GCCA Energy Excellence Recognition Program helps temperature-controlled warehouse operators measure and improve energy efficiency at each of their facilities. Hear from participants in the GCCA Energy Excellence program on how they have implemented energy audits, improved energy usage at their facilities, and increased sustainability in their operations.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Vapor Armour.

There are many types of refrigeration systems available today for cold storage warehouses. But how should you evaluate which system is right for you? Join leading engineering and refrigeration experts as they explore the pros and cons of different refrigeration systems, what they look for when choosing a system, and how different systems impact energy efficiency and the bottom line.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Vapor Armour. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

The International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration sets the standard for providing the most up-to-date technical information to the ammonia and natural refrigeration community. IIAR is currently the only organization writing design and operation standards specifically for ammonia refrigeration systems.

Join Gary Schrift and Eric Smith of IIAR as they review the IIAR standards and guidance documentation, with an emphasis on changes and updates for 2020 and beyond.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Vapor Armour.

A pandemic isn’t the only thing that may disrupt your warehouse’s operations. A natural disaster, fire or other unexpected event can also mean big challenges for your company. Learn how to create or update your emergency response plan and pivot your business if an unexpected event should disrupt your operations.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Jamison Door Company. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

In cold storage buildings with multiple tenants, calculating energy usage and billing can be a big operational headache. The advancement of technology in this space makes tracking energy usage much easier and can streamline operations for all of the tenants in the building. Join members of the Alliance Industrial Refrigeration team as they describe their experience with multi-tenant cold storage software and how it has improved their operations.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Jamison Door Company. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

As COVID-19 continues to impact global supply chains with unprecedented challenges, companies are looking to automation solutions to increase efficiencies and resiliencies. The presenters will discuss the latest cold storage automation technologies available, including automated storage and retrieval systems, how to determine the level of automation that will enable you to respond quickly and accurately to market conditions or unforeseen disruptions like COVID-19, and where and how to apply automation to get the maximum return from your investment.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Jamison Door Company. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

Warehouse facilities have faced increased challenges in both the workforce and operational space during the COVID-19 pandemic. How are different facilities implementing pandemic-related best practices such as temperature screening and remote work? What workforce challenges have warehouses faced in retaining employees, onboarding new hires and recruiting potential employees during a pandemic?

Join human resources experts Christine Rees-Zecha, Lori Cogit and Ashley Albers as they discuss the challenges and solutions facing operations during the time of Coronavirus.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Jamison Door Company. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

When United States Cold Storage (USCS) needed a new approach to helping its facilities improve operations, it turned within, creating the USCS Road Warriors. These seasoned employees from across the U.S. band together temporarily as a traveling training and work crew. Learn how USCS started the Road Warrior program, reduced duplicative employee

training, increased employee networking opportunities, and filled labor shortages and gaps from within.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Tippmann Innovation. This session has been approved by the Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association (RETA) for 1.0 Professional Development Hours.

Learn how the innovative new warehouse navigation system at the InterChange Group’s cold storage facility uses Jungheinrich semi-automated forklifts with embedded RFID chips in the facility floor to track the lift truck’s location, both vertically and horizontally, to within millimeters.

The system directs the forklift to the exact next pick location with one push of a toggle; the speed and accuracy of the system, eliminating the need to scan barcodes at each location, has increased productivity over a manual system.

This session was part of GCCA’s Virtual Innovation Program, which aired from October 14-November 10, 2020, and was sponsored by Tippmann Innovation.

Worker productivity, safety and comfort are all critical components of a healthy workforce and successful business. Today’s challenges in finding, training, and retaining good warehouse employees in a competitive economy are exasperated by challenging requirements associated with working in coolers, freezers, and blast cells.

Understanding how exposure to cold environments affects workers is an important step in providing proper training, attire, and work and warm-up schedules.

This course was developed in partnership with RefrigiWear, leaders in cold weather jackets, clothing, work gear, and accessories

As a third-party logistics (3PL) provider, receiving inbound product correctly is critical to your success. In fact, not receiving product efficiently and properly will leave you at a significant disadvantage when preparing a customer’s order for outbound shipping. This course provides an overview of best practices for receiving product from driver arrival through put-away.