Cold Chain Resources & Industry Tools
At The Frozen Food Courier, we believe in elevating South Africa’s entire cold chain industry – not just our own operations. After 8+ years and 770,000+ kilometers navigating SA’s cold chain landscape, we’ve learned a lot about what works, what doesn’t, and what businesses need to succeed with temperature-sensitive logistics.
These resources represent our commitment to industry transparency and shared knowledge.
SA Cold Chain Directory
ColdChainSA.com – South Africa’s Cold Chain Directory
Finding the right cold chain provider shouldn’t require days of research.
We created ColdChainSA.com to solve a problem we saw throughout the industry: businesses needing cold chain services were left to piece together information from scattered Google searches, inconsistent word-of-mouth recommendations, and costly trial-and-error.
There was no comprehensive, objective directory of South Africa’s cold chain service providers – until now.
What You’ll Find on ColdChainSA
Comprehensive Service Coverage:
- Frozen Food Couriers – Temperature-controlled delivery services
- Cold Storage Facilities – Warehousing and long-term storage
- Refrigerated Transport – Fleet hire and dedicated logistics
- Packaging & Insulation – Thermal packaging, dry ice, gel packs
- Temperature Monitoring – Data loggers and compliance tools
- Pharmaceutical Cold Chain – Specialized medical/vaccine logistics
- Installation & Maintenance – Cold room installation and repairs
- Compliance & Consulting – Regulatory guidance and certification
Regional Information:
- Gauteng (Johannesburg, Pretoria, East Rand)
- Western Cape (Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl)
- KwaZulu-Natal (Durban, Pietermaritzburg)
- Eastern Cape (Port Elizabeth, East London)
- Other provinces
Educational Resources:
- Temperature compliance requirements
- Understanding altitude compensation (Gauteng ↔ coastal challenges)
- Seasonal routing considerations
- Equipment specifications explained
- Regulatory framework guides (DoH, DAFF, customs)
Why We Built It
After years of fielding questions like “Do you also do pharmaceutical deliveries?” (we don’t) and “Can you recommend a cold storage facility?” (we could, informally), we realized the industry needed a central resource.
We had the operational knowledge to build it properly, so we did.
Our Commitment to Objectivity
While The Frozen Food Courier is listed in the directory, we maintain complete objectivity. All businesses – including our own – are evaluated using the same criteria and listed using identical templates.
We believe the industry benefits more from transparency than from self-promotion. ColdChainSA’s value depends on trust, and we’re committed to maintaining that through honest, comprehensive coverage.
Technical Resources
Understanding Cold Chain Physics
Cold chain logistics isn’t just about “keeping things cold” – it’s applied thermodynamics, heat transfer calculations, and altitude compensation.
Coming Soon:
- Temperature Loss Calculators – Estimate cooling time for various scenarios
- Altitude Compensation Guide – Why -18°C in Johannesburg ≠ -18°C in Cape Town
- Packaging Performance Data – Real-world insulation testing results
- Seasonal Route Planning – How ambient temperature affects delivery windows
These resources reflect our engineering-first approach to frozen food logistics. Physics doesn’t negotiate, and neither should your cold chain provider.
Compliance & Regulations
Navigating SA Cold Chain Requirements
South Africa’s cold chain regulatory framework spans multiple agencies:
- Department of Health (DoH)
- Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF)
- SA Revenue Service (SARS) for imports/exports
- Provincial health departments
- Municipal food safety regulations
Coming Soon:
- Compliance Checklist – What permits, licenses, and certifications you need
- Temperature Documentation – Required records for different product categories
- Vehicle Requirements – DoH specifications for refrigerated transport
- Import / Export Guide – Cold chain customs procedures
- Audit Preparation – What inspectors look for
Industry Insights
The TFFC Blog
Visit our blog → for operational insights, case studies, and lessons learned from 770,000+ kilometers of cold chain deliveries.
Featured Topics:
- Gauteng ↔ Western Cape altitude challenges
- Why we use physics-based route planning
- Summer vs. winter delivery considerations
- Real-world temperature compliance case studies
- Equipment failures and how to prevent them
Get Expert Help
Work With TFFC
If you need reliable frozen food delivery in Gauteng or Western Cape, we’d love to help.
Our Approach:
- Physics-based route planning (not guesswork)
- Transparent temperature documentation
- Altitude-compensated procedures
- No promises we can’t keep
Coverage:
- Gauteng: Johannesburg, Pretoria, East Rand
- Western Cape: Cape Town, Stellenbosch, Paarl
- Gauteng ↔ Western Cape routes (our specialty)
Need a Different Service?
If we can’t help directly, ColdChainSA.com can connect you with:
- Cold storage facilities
- Pharmaceutical couriers
- Refrigerated fleet hire
- Thermal packaging suppliers
- Temperature monitoring equipment
- Installation and maintenance services