Vitsab®, an established leader in temperature monitoring for over two decades, is excited to introduce the Freshtag® Onboard Catering, a smart, color-changing indicator that tracks the condition of passenger meals and other perishables in both refrigerated and passive storage environments. This innovative solution highlights any time/temperature abuse that may occur from the preparation stage to final service onboard. Utilizing Freshtag’s stoplight technology, the system offers operators an intuitive visual cue that quickly shows whether the food has remained within safe handling parameters during transport and service.
Engineered for seamless application across catering for airlines, cruise lines, and rail services, Freshtag Onboard Catering Labels can be affixed to food trolleys, carts, and both passive and active refrigeration systems. This allows for continuous monitoring of perishable catering items throughout the duration of their journey, anywhere in the world. The user-friendly design ensures easy activation and instant readability, streamlining supply, storage, and usage without requiring additional tools during preparation, transit, or service, thereby alleviating operational challenges for busy catering teams.
Freshtag Onboard Catering integrates smoothly into current food safety processes. The labels can be incorporated into Food Safety Management Systems and Quality Management Systems, enhancing food safety measures without significant disruptions. With over a decade of successful implementations among leading airlines, cruise ships, and rail operators, this system is a cost-effective option, costing only a fraction of a cent per passenger, making it feasible for widespread use even in high-volume situations.
For quality assurance managers, HACCP coordinators, and food inspectors, the Freshtag Onboard Catering Labels provide critical support for compliance. Recognized by food inspectors worldwide, these labels assist in meeting World Food Safety Guidelines for Airline Catering step 25, CCP2, Codex Alimentarius HACCP monitoring for chilled food, ISO 9001 Quality Management System requirements, the FDA food safety code, and the European Union Food Law under regulation EU 852/2004. This dual benefit of visible monitoring and alignment with established food safety standards enhances inspection readiness and builds confidence in catering quality controls.
In addition to improving food safety and regulatory compliance, Freshtag Onboard Catering Labels contribute to meaningful operational and environmental advantages. By enabling firms to track sealed perishable goods and make well-informed decisions regarding their usability, operators can repurpose unused items for future journeys or donate them to charitable causes. This initiative aids in diminishing food waste, protecting food investments, and lowering carbon footprints. Additionally, the system facilitates lighter onboard configurations, allowing lighter galley storage solutions to replace burdensome chilling units, which can contribute to fuel savings during flights by reducing overall aircraft weight.
To learn more about how Freshtag Onboard Catering Labels can enhance safety in onboard catering operations, please visit www.vitsab.com.