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- 0 commentson Cyberattack on cooling systems: Why independent temperature monitoring is becoming increasingly important
- by Christian Spiegelburg
A large-scale cyberattack on the cooling systems of numerous French supermarkets caused significant damage in October 2026. Attackers manipulated networked refrigeration systems, causing food to spoil and necessitating its disposal. The incident highlights the risks associated with the increasing digitalization...
Cold ChainGastronomieHACCPKühlschrankLebensmittelsicherheitTemperaturüberwachungTiefkühlschrankWarenlagerung
- 0 commentson Too full, too warm – when is a refrigerator overwhelmed?
- by Christian Spiegelburg
Too full, too warm – when is a refrigerator overwhelmed?
More goods mean more work for your refrigeration. And eventually, even a professional refrigerator reaches its limits. Friday noon, just before the weekend: The new goods delivery arrives. The refrigerator is already well-filled. Meat, vegetables, sauces, and drinks are put...
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- 0 commentson The refrigerator shows 5°C – but is it really 5°C?
- by Christian Spiegelburg
The refrigerator shows 5°C – but is it really 5°C?
Why the display on your refrigerator doesn't always reflect the temperature of your food. A quick glance at the display: 5°C. All in order. Unfortunately, it's not always that simple. The temperature a refrigerator displays can differ significantly from the...
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- 0 commentson The Physics of Refrigeration
- by Christian Spiegelburg
Why does a refrigeration system's high pressure increase during a heatwave? High outdoor temperatures do not automatically mean a problem – but they do increase the demands on every refrigeration system. During a heatwave, many operators report rising electricity costs,...