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Extended Operational and Trade Vocabulary

Reefer Containers and Cold Chain Logistics glossary (page 2)

The refrigerated-container and cold-chain vocabulary: A-frame stowage and reefer plug arrangements, active and absorption refrigeration cycles, controlled and modified atmosphere, pre-cooling, and the class guidance for refrigerated cargo. Grounds each term in the reefer machinery or the cold-chain logistics process it belongs to.

253 defined terms.

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Y

Yellowfin tuna carriage
Sashimi-grade at -60 C; non-sashimi typically -18 to -25 C.

Z

Zero-headspace
Loading pattern with cargo extending to ceiling; impedes airflow and is generally avoided.
Zone, plug
Bay or row on vessel or in terminal allocated for reefer connections, with dedicated breakers and monitoring.