National Resource Management, Inc.

10/23/2026

Short cycling is a very common, underdiagnosed condition that can plague critical hashtag operation, potentially leading to product loss or failed equipment.

The reason it often goes undetected is because the temperature rarely fluctuates to noticeable levels at the beginning of the issue. But the wear and tear on the system is immediate, as highlighted by the snapshot below. And if the cooling then fails, everything is at risk.

You can take a deeper dive into the topic of short cycling at NRM's blog: https://www.nrminc.com/blog/compressor-short-cycling-a-hard-to-find-energy-waster

10/15/2026

In today’s rapidly evolving commercial and industrial landscape, the efficiency and reliability of systems are paramount. Businesses, particularly in sectors like foodservice, grocery, and cold storage, depend heavily on optimal temperature control to protect perishable goods, ensure food safety, and minimize operational costs.

The traditional approach to refrigeration management, often characterized by reactive maintenance and manual monitoring, is increasingly proving inadequate in meeting these demands, leading to potential product loss, increased energy consumption, and compliance risks.

This is where the transformative power of real-time data and cloud-based management solutions comes into play, ushering in an era of unprecedented efficiency, control, and peace of mind for operators and stakeholders alike.

Learn more at NRM's Blog: https://www.nrminc.com/blog/unlock-efficiency-real-time-data-cloud-based-refrigeration-management

10/09/2026

It's no secret that heating costs are on the rise and are expected to be extra stressful on everyone this winter. Heat is obviously one of those things we can't just do without, and so their higher expense ripples across your business; something else has to take a hit somewhere.

For businesses that rely on , the cold season is a double whammy. Paying energy bills for heating AND for cooling.

There's no better time to get ahead of some of those costs than now.

CoolTrol, NRM's smart refrigeration controls, can adapt your cooling system's operation to run only when needed, opposed to 24/7/365. This reduces energy consumption, extends the life of the equipment, and allows you to take those savings and apply it to your higher heating bills.

The controls also provide temperature logs for precise recordkeeping, early issue detection, and a unique bypass feature that makes the controls "invisible" for refrigeration system troubleshooting.

Learn more: https://www.nrminc.com/cooltrol-refrigeration-controls-nrm

09/24/2026

September has been , but for businesses in the cold chain, food safety awareness is important all twelve months out of the year.

The New Jersey Food Processors Association (NJFPA) has published a trove of educational resources this month on the topic, including the first installment of a series called the Cold Storage Corner.

Written by Emre Schveighoffer, President of National Resource Management, Inc. and a member of the NJFPA Education Board, the series is designed to educate food processors on what their refrigeration is actually telling them, what the risks are when nobody is listening, and how intelligent monitoring changes the picture.

Read the article here: https://njfpa.memberclicks.net/njfpa-cold-chain-corner-article-1

09/18/2026

When the dreaded Check Engine Light flashes on your car's dashboard, it's a warning you don't ignore because of how crucial the engine obviously is to your vehicle.

If your company is part of the , your industrial system is similarly as crucial to the operation of your business. But your system likely doesn't have any kind of warning to a cooling issue. And you're left reacting to the aftermath of a system failure or dangerous high temperatures.

With NRM's Remote Site Manager, you're in total control of your facility with full visibility.

Learn more: https://www.nrminc.com/remote-site-manager-refrigeration-monitoring-nrm

09/09/2026

Staying compliant with the ever-evolving rules and regulations regarding is critical for any business in the cold chain.

In particular, the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and its updated rules have the ability to quickly positively or negatively impact your business.

FSMA’s core principle is prevention. It grants the FDA new authorities to regulate the way foods are grown, harvested, and processed. This includes mandating comprehensive, science-based preventive controls across the food supply chain. The act is not a single regulation but a series of rules, each addressing specific aspects of food safety.

Read more about the rules, and also how automated monitoring solutions for your system can improve your ability to stay compliant: https://www.nrminc.com/blog/mastering-fsma-how-automated-temperature-monitoring-keeps-you-compliant

09/04/2026

NRM offices will be closed on Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day. We wish our employees, channel partners, vendors, friends, and families a safe and happy weekend celebrating.

Our offices will reopen on Tuesday, September 8th.

08/21/2026

"In today’s dynamic commercial landscape, businesses operating across multiple sites face an intricate web of challenges in managing their systems. Whether it’s a sprawling chain of convenience stores, a vast network of grocery outlets, or critical cold storage facilities, ensuring consistent and optimal refrigeration performance across numerous locations is a monumental task.

The inherent inconsistencies in equipment performance, the prohibitive costs and logistical complexities of manual inspections requiring extensive travel, the inevitable delays in responding to critical issues, and the ever-present risk of compliance gaps all contribute to significant operational inefficiencies and heightened business risks.

These multifaceted challenges unequivocally highlight the urgent need for a sophisticated, integrated, and proactive approach to refrigeration management..."

Read more in our new blog post about the ROI of monitoring here: https://www.nrminc.com/blog/the-roi-of-remote-refrigeration-monitoring-for-multi-site-operations

08/11/2026

Nothing speaks more for our refrigeration controls and monitoring solutions than when a new customer raves about our work and employees.

Especially for a public service institution like a food bank, where people rely on the food they provide to survive day-to-day, their refrigeration is literally their lifeblood.

To be able to help them improve their management capabilities of the equipment, as well as optimize it to run better, this is why we do it.

A big THANK YOU to the incredible team from National Resource Management, Inc. who traveled all the way from Boston to help improve our refrigeration systems here at the Yuba-Sutter Food Bank! 💙

Thanks to a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy and City of Yuba City, Local Government Community Block Grant funds, this amazing crew spent several days at the Yuba-Sutter Food Bank installing new refrigeration controls on all of our walk-in coolers and freezers. These upgrades will help maximize our refrigeration infrastructure, improve efficiency, and strengthen our ability to safely store fresh, nutritious food for our community.

Not only did they bring incredible expertise, but they were a pleasure to be around! We loved hearing about life in Boston, comparing East Coast and West Coast culture, and working alongside such a dedicated group of people.

Thank you NRM team for your hard work, your kindness, and for helping us build a stronger future for the families we serve. Safe travels home, and come visit California again soon! ☀️

07/28/2026

A very common issue that we see in small and medium-sized businesses with walk-in coolers and/or freezers that ends up wreaking havoc on electric bills and the cooling equipment itself: the doors to the walk-ins being left open.

Sometimes it's accidentally left open by delivery drivers, customers, and sometimes it's your own staff who are busy and something distracts them.

And very often, it's hard to know for how long a door has been open or when it happened.

But NRM's Remote Site Manager monitoring tools can visually track — and send you actionable warnings — when a door is open, when it opened, for how long it's been open, and any temperature changes as a result.

Learn more: https://www.nrminc.com/remote-site-manager-refrigeration-monitoring-nrm