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Active membership in IARW also
includes membership in the World Food
Logistics Organization (WFLO), dedicated to the proper handling
and storage of perishable commodities. Following are some of the
highlights of IARW-WFLO membership.
Networking & Education Opportunities
IARW-WFLO Annual Convention & Expo
This annual association event features timely educational programs
and industry exhibits focused specifically on products and
professional services of interest to warehouse members. With an
average registration of over 600, this is the place to meet with
industry decision makers.
WFLO Institute
With its faculty of experts, the WFLO Institute is considered one of
the best training programs in the cold storage industry. Divided
into nine tracks—Facilities Management, Finance and Productivity,
Food Science/Food Safety, Human Resources, Supply Chain and
Logistics, Risk Management, and Warehouse Technology, Leadership
Development, and Sales and Marketing—the Institute curriculum
provides an overview of key aspects of the PRW business and offers
invaluable opportunities for networking and shared problem solving.
Global Cold Chain Alliance Assembly of
Committees
Annually IARW-WFLO conducts a series of knowledge forums and
committee meetings with GCCA Core Partner the International
Refrigerated Transportation Association and the International
Association for Cold Storage Construction. In total, ten committees
meet to discuss current issues in warehouse operations,
administration, construction trends, research, transportation and
more.
European Cold Chain Logistics Education
Program
Each year, this program provides a forum for members to learn about
and discuss issues of particular relevance to the European
marketplace.
North American Chapters
IARW has six chapters located throughout North America with their
own regionally elected officers. Meetings of these groups offer
geographically convenient and economically feasible educational
opportunities for employees at all plant levels.
Webinars
IARW offers online seminars where members learn about the latest
technologies available to grow their business and increase
efficiency. Webinars are offered on a monthly basis providing our
members with a quick one-hour information exchange.
Marketing
Global Cold Chain Directory
As an IARW warehouse member, each facility will have a
listing in the annual Global Cold Chain Directory. Published in
conjunction with the other GCCA Core Partners, the Directory
includes over 500 pages of cold chain providers and is the
sourcebook for over 3,000 cold chain professionals and customers
searching for cold chain solutions. A searchable, electronic format
is also available online at www.iarw.org/directory.
IARW and WFLO Logos
All IARW-WFLO members may use the associations’ logos on
their website(s), stationery, advertising or other printed
materials. These logos represent a “seal of quality,” which is
widely recognized by cold chain industry professionals. All members
also receive a set of IARW-WFLO membership plaques to display
onsite.
Industry Advertising
Over the years, IARW has worked to develop professional
relationships with the food industry trade press. Through these
relationships, the association works to promote the public
refrigerated warehousing (PRW) industry and the competence of its
members throughout the year via a series of full page advertisements
and articles.
Technical Resources
Inquiry Service
Questions dealing with any aspect of the refrigerated warehousing
business—law to food science—may be sent directly to headquarters
where staff coordinates with industry experts and scientists (see
Scientific Advisory Council below), or references the association’s
library, to provide answers, typically within a 24-hour window.
Scientific Advisory Council (SAC)
The “SAC” is comprised of fifteen leading scientists, each a
specialist in food technology, supply chain logistics, or
agricultural economics. This panel stands ready to answer member
inquires, as well as to provide information on research trends and
developments. SAC members also advise on research projects of
interest to IARW-WFLO members.
Manuals
Each member facility receives a full complement of IARW-WFLO
manuals, including:
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Guide to Effective Warehouse Operations
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Warehouse Administration Manual
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Commodity Storage Manual
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Crisis Management Manual
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Maintenance & Modernization Manual
Member Communications
COLD FACTS Magazine
The bimonthly COLD FACTS magazine is a
direct link to 3,500 of the top decision-makers in the international
cold chain, which include members of the International Association
of Refrigerated Warehouses, the World Food Logistics Organization,
the International Refrigerated Transportation Association, and the
International Association for Cold Storage Construction. Cold Facts
reports on all association programs and activities, the latest cold
chain trends and advancements, and provides in-depth market
intelligence studies.
Cold Connection eNewsletter
Every Wednesday, Cold Connection
e-newsletter reaches IARW-WFLO members with timely industry and
association news.
International Outreach
Cold Chain Development
Through a growing number of
government-funded projects, WFLO actively contributes to increasing
awareness of cold chain issues. With assessments, training, design
and feasibility studies, the organization works to ensure the growth
of a strong industry, which means higher quality and volume of
product and a greater number of business opportunities.
Consultancy Opportunities
With a growing number of development projects to implement, WFLO
regularly seeks short-term technical assistance from member
companies. Participating members gain invaluable insight into the
state of the cold chain in developing countries, as well as the
opportunity to make industry contacts in nations with growing
economies.
Productivity and Benchmarking Survey Report
This biannual survey and correlating report, available
free-of-charge to participating members, present a complete picture
of practices in North American public refrigerated warehouses,
providing important benchmarks in the areas of finance, operations
and employee wages.
Government Affairs
Monitoring
The IARW staff and the IARW Government
Affairs Committee monitor both Congressional and regulatory
activity, as well as selected state and local jurisdictions. Through
contacts on Capitol Hill and at federal agencies, IARW keeps members
abreast of issues including regulatory compliance, food safety,
energy, tax, small business matters, security requirements, and
other topics which impact the cold storage industry. Get members
only access to government affairs resources targeted to help your
business understand and adapt to government policy changes,
including access to the IARW Government Affairs website, Government
Affairs webinars and articles in IARW publications.
Advocacy
As the only trade association devoted to the cold storage industry,
IARW understands your needs, conveys your message to government
decision makers, and gives you a voice in Washington. IARW engages
Congress and the Administration on your behalf and gives members the
tools they need to proactively influence public policy impacting our
industry. IARW also actively participates in coalitions in
Washington and works closely with allied organizations to promote
policies beneficial to the cold storage industry. IARW staff is on
call to respond to questions and help members through the regulatory
maze, working to ensure that the cold storage industry is not
subjected to onerous and unreasonable requirements.
Partner Programs*
Insurance (The Lockton Companies)
Members receive exclusive eligibility for warehouseman’s legal
liability, property and casualty insurance. These policies are
specifically designed by and for PRWs offering a superior program at
a competitive price. Over 60% of the membership participates.
Energy (Icetec)
Depending on their location, IARW members are entitled to
participate in a revolutionary new program which gives cold storage
companies an opportunity to save tens of thousands of dollars by
taking advantage of the deregulated energy market. In some cases,
these savings can be further augmented by selling back unused energy
to local utilities or independent system operators.
IARW Crisis Management Training
At a reduced rate for IARW-WFLO member companies, Steve Bassett, the
official presenter of IARW Crisis Management Training, teaches PRW
management how to develop and implement an effective crisis
management plan and how to deal with the many types of crises which
can impact cold storage warehouses.
Safety/Compliance (Safetrax)
Members committed to achieving compliance and avoiding costly fines
are eligible for Safetrax’s powerful tray of safety and compliance
programs. From the Safetrax Online software (which centralized all
compliance data into a single, intuitive, electronic program) to
Safetrax’s consultation services, this partnership brings powerful
resources to members to save them money and ensure peace of mind.
*IARW partner programs are offered to members at discounted rates
by the partnering entity.
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