What is Supply Chain Visibility?
September 8, 2025
Frigga Shock and Product Sensitivity Monitoring
Shock and Product Sensitivity Monitoring Defined
Any shipment in any mode of transport is likely to experience a certain amount of movement or impact. However, slopes, shock events, or vibrations above acceptable thresholds jeopardize the integrity and usability of the contents.
Inclines: Many products can be damaged if stored or transported at an angle. Examples include anything made of glass, medical equipment, and household appliances. Real-time sensors can provide information about the degree and direction of inclination.
Shocking incidents: Shipments are dropped by workers during loading and unloading, shaken by forklifts, and bounce around a truck while traveling on bumpy roads.
Vibrations: Although generally less effective than shock events, excessive vibrations can negatively affect the operating performance of machines and the stability of other products. Vibration monitoring helps ensure fewer equipment failures, lower maintenance costs, and longer service life.
Exposure to light: A door or package opened during transport may damage the contents or indicate possible theft.
3 usage scenarios requiring shock and product sensitivity monitoring
Industrial Equipment Manufacturers: Complex, expensive machines must arrive in a sturdy condition and ready for installation. An industrial equipment manufacturer can prepare to thoroughly inspect the cargo upon arrival to minimize damage by monitoring shock, tilt, and vibration levels during transport.
1. Industrial Equipment Manufacturers: Complex, expensive machines must arrive in a sturdy condition and ready for installation. An industrial equipment manufacturer can prepare to thoroughly inspect the cargo upon arrival to minimize damage by monitoring shock, tilt, and vibration levels during transport.
2. Automotive Manufacturers: Engines and other components are sensitive to heavy use, vibration, and inclines, and often arrive damaged. A European manufacturer relies on Frigga’s end-to-end visibility solution and alerts to obtain detailed information about shipments from suppliers.
3. NASCAR Teams: Race cars can represent an investment of $400,000 or more. When transitioning to the next race, even the smallest issue or damage to any part of the car can be a significant problem. Real-time alerts notify the crew to be ready for repairs or to ensure spare parts are delivered in time for the race.
