Barker’s challenge: controlling temperature and humidity to ensure quality
Barker, a leading manufacturer of 100% natural pet food, snacks, and supplements in Peru, faced the challenge of maintaining the quality and freshness of its products at all times. Focused on meeting strict quality standards and industry regulations, Barker sought to ensure the freshness and safety of its products throughout the manufacturing and distribution process, requiring rigorous control of temperature and humidity. Additionally, Barker aimed to optimise operations by reducing product losses and energy costs, key factors in improving efficiency and competitiveness.
Temperature and humidity fluctuations could compromise the quality of the products, directly affecting their shelf life. Additionally, operational inefficiencies, such as the frequent opening of cold storage doors, disrupted the cold chain, which not only increased energy costs but also raised the risk of quality loss. In light of this, Barker needed a solution that would allow them to monitor and manage these variables in real time.
The importance of monitoring temperature and humidity in food processes
Controlling temperature and humidity in the production and distribution of pet food is no small matter. These factors directly impact the quality, safety, and freshness of the products. Incorrect temperature can accelerate food spoilage, while poorly managed humidity can lead to bacterial growth or the loss of texture and flavor.
In the case of Barker, in addition to manufacturing food, their commitment to sustainability and pet health required a monitoring system that not only ensured the quality of the final product but also helped them comply with Good Manufacturing and Distribution Practices (GxP). This is crucial for any company seeking to optimise their production processes, reduce operational costs, and minimise the risk of errors affecting the cold chain.
Torsa’s solution: the Borea System for real-time temperature and humidity monitoring
Barker found the solution to its challenges with Torsa’s Borea System, an integrated solution specifically designed to monitor and manage environmental conditions in real time. The system includes sensors that allow precise control of temperature and humidity throughout all stages of production and distribution, ensuring the stability of their products and optimising processes.
One of the major advantages of this solution is its integration with the .torsacloud platform, Torsa’s proprietary software, which provides Barker with complete visibility of all the data collected by the sensors. This platform enables real-time remote monitoring, the creation of detailed reports for audits, and the configuration of custom alerts to notify any deviations in environmental conditions. Thanks to this technology, Barker has also been able to perform thermal mapping in their logistics warehouses, optimising product distribution and reducing operational costs.
The Borea System has not only allowed Barker to maintain strict control over the quality of their products but has also optimised their operational efficiency, eliminating issues arising from unnecessary opening of cold storage rooms and ensuring that the cold chain is maintained at all times.
“Having our own production and logistics plant, we are always looking for innovative solutions for our processes. With Borea, we found just that. A system that helps us monitor and control our processes in real time and provides us with traceability. Additionally, the service provided by the Torsa Peru team for any questions we have is truly exceptional. We are very happy with the implementation of the Borea system and excited about the other solutions they can provide us!”
Alessia Albertini, co-founder and manager of Barker
This testimony reflects Barker’s satisfaction not only with Torsa’s advanced technology but also with the close and personalised service provided by the local team.
Results and benefits of real-time temperature and humidity monitoring in Peru with the Borea System
Since the implementation of the Borea System, Barker has experienced significant improvements in its production and distribution chain. Some of the key benefits include:
- Improved product traceability: real-time monitoring has allowed Barker to track and control the conditions of their products at all times, from production to final delivery.
- Reduction of operational costs: by optimising the use of cold storage rooms and minimising energy loss due to constant door openings, Barker has significantly reduced its energy costs.
- Compliance with GxP: thanks to the Borea System, Barker now complies with Good Manufacturing and Distribution Practices, strengthening the trust of its customers and auditors.
- Time and resource savings: with the ability to perform thermal mapping in its warehouses automatically, Barker has reduced the time spent on manual monitoring, allowing resources to be allocated to other key areas of the business.
Conclusion: Barker as a success example in the pet food industry in Peru.
The implementation of Torsa’s Borea System has been a success story for Barker, which has managed to optimise its processes and ensure the quality of its natural pet food products. With real-time monitoring of critical temperature and humidity variables, Barker has improved the traceability of its processes and products, reducing costs and complying with the strictest regulations in the food industry.
Thanks to the integration of the Borea System with the .torsacloud platform, Barker has taken a decisive step towards the modernisation and digitalisation of its environmental management. This success not only highlights Barker’s commitment to quality and innovation but also positions Torsa as a leader in real-time monitoring solutions in Peru and globally.
This success story demonstrates how advanced monitoring technology can transform a company’s processes, making it more efficient, competitive, and capable of meeting the most demanding market standards.
