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Vibration Monitoring Solutions for Logistics and Transportation | MSR Shock and Vibration Recorders and Vibration Sensors

Real-time recording of environmental changes during transport, such as shock, vibration, temperature, humidity, air pressure, and light intensity
To provide legally admissible data evidence for the global transport of high-value goods, thereby enhancing the security and controllability of supply chain management

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Why is it necessary to use a vibration and shock recorder?

High-value goods face multiple risks during transport, including impacts, vibrations, temperature and humidity fluctuations, and theft. Vibration and impact recorders can monitor and log these risks throughout the entire journey, helping companies:

  • Reduce the Risk of Cargo Damage and Claims
  • Improving Control Over the Transportation Process
  • Providing legally admissible digital evidence can help with insurance claims.

Logistics and Transportation Monitoring Solutions

Hongke specializes in logistics monitoring, providing multidimensional data support—including vibration, shock, temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, and light intensity—for the transportation of high-value goods, helping to improve transport conditions and ensure the safety of cargo.

Vibration Monitoring

Assist users with packaging optimization testing and selecting the optimal shipping routes

Impact Log

By setting thresholds to record the values and occurrence times of abnormal impacts during transport, it is easier to determine liability for cargo damage.

Environmental Parameter Monitoring

Cold-chain shipments, precision equipment, and works of art, among others, have stricter environmental requirements; temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, and light levels must be monitored to ensure proper storage conditions and verify that the packages have not been opened without authorization.

Data Report

Provides data reports with audit trails and tamper-proof data to help users determine liability for cargo loss and optimize the supply chain

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HK-MSR165

High-Frequency Continuous Three-Axis Acceleration Measurement

Records acceleration along three axes (optional dual-mode for shock or vibration), with a sampling rate of up to 1600 Hz. The monitoring range is selectable between ±15 g and ±200 g. In addition to acceleration, it also supports simultaneous recording of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, illuminance, and four sets of analog input signals.

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HK-MSR175

3D Impact Recorder for Transportation Applications

Whether used for liability verification, early detection of damage, or packaging optimization, the MSR175 data logger accurately records key transportation events—such as impacts, vibrations, and fluctuations in temperature, humidity, and atmospheric pressure—providing objective and reliable measurement data.

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HK-MSR175 Plus

Transportation Data Recorder with Integrated GPS Functionality

This shock recorder, equipped with GPS positioning and tracking capabilities, can simultaneously record vibrations of ±15g and ±200g, as well as temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, and light intensity, with a storage capacity of up to 4 million sets of measurement data.

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HK-MSR175PRO

Transportation Shock Recorder Designed Specifically for Transformers

Accelerometers are available in ±10g, ±20g, or ±40g models and are specifically designed to provide multidimensional monitoring of transportation vibrations, shocks, and environmental conditions for heavy equipment such as transformers. The sampling rate is adjustable between 4 and 4,000 Hz, and the device features built-in anti-aliasing, decimation, and high-pass filtering algorithms to enhance measurement accuracy.

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Economic Shock Recorder

ASPION Data Logger is your reliable partner for monitoring and securing valuable commodities in the global supply chain.

Multiple award-winning data loggers for transportation monitoring of shock and weather ensure transparency and security in your supply chain. Intelligent algorithms visualize shocks and impacts in meaningful detail and show the associated changes in temperature and humidity - easy to understand and flexible. Our "Made in Germany" energy-optimized sensor solutions enable the simple, safe and intelligent networking of processes and processes for the efficient organization of the entire logistics chain. Companies thus save valuable time and reduce costs. With other individually adapted electronic developments, we can create lasting benefits for your industrial applications and your customers.

Model Comparison

HJ-L-Track with real-time tracking function

The HJ-L-Track multi-sensor data logger with 360° real-time tracking lets you know the current location and condition of your shipments anytime, anywhere. With a powerful cloud-based platform, real-time data can be used to proactively intervene and control your supply chain.

  • Detailed recording of shock and temperature/humidity
  • Recognized proof of damage in case of shipment loss
  • Wireless data transfer via NFC and Bluetooth
  • License-free PC software and smartphone apps
  • High price/performance ratio and award-winning performance
L-Track

HJ-G-Log Series Impact Recorder

The rugged and cost-effective HJ-G-Log and HJ-G-Log 2 shock recorders are capable of recording shock and temperature and humidity data during transportation of sensitive goods. The waterproof version, G-Log 2 waterproof, is more suitable for unpackaged goods.

  • Positioning in 140 countries via cellular network and GPS
  • Real-time tracking via global mobile data transfer
  • Shock, temperature and humidity, light, positioning, tilt and other conditions monitoring.
  • Versatile cloud platform with real-time data and alarms
  • End-to-end "Made in Germany and Custody" solutions
G-LOG
G-LOG 2
G-LOG 2 Waterproof

Comparison of Hongke Product Series

Product ModelThree-axis acceleration rangeMode of OperationSensor CategoriesCan record impact eventsBattery and Battery LifeGPS SupportProtection Level
G-Log±24 gImpact ModeThree-axis acceleration, temperature286 timesPanasonic button cell battery, lasts up to 1.5 years, replaceable batteryNoIP50
G-Log 2±24 gImpact ModeThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity950 timesPanasonic button cell battery, lasts up to 1.5 years, replaceable batteryNoIP50/IP65
MSR165±15 g / ±200 gVibration Mode and Impact ModeThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity, atmospheric pressure, light intensity1,000 cycles (expandable to 10,000 cycles)Rechargeable LiPo battery (900 mAh) or replaceable Li-SOCl₂ battery (7,700 mAh); battery life ranges from 8 weeks to 5 yearsNoIP67
MSR175±15 g / ±200 gImpact ModeThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity, atmospheric pressure, light intensity1,000 times230–7,700 mAh (optional), battery life ranging from 8 weeks to 2 yearsNoIP65/IP67
MSR175Plus±15 g and ±200 g dual sensorsImpact ModeThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity, atmospheric pressure, light intensity1,000 timesRechargeable LiPo battery, 900 mAh (battery life: 8 weeks to 1 year)there areIP67
L-track±24 gBump Mode + Real-Time TransferThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity, barometric pressure, light intensity (tilt)50,000 recordsTransmission interval: 8 hours; battery life: approximately 3 years (with GPS off); replaceable batterythere areIP67
Solo 5G±12 gBump Mode + Real-Time TransferThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity, light intensity25,000 recordsRechargeable; lithium-ion or nickel-metal hydride battery; battery life: 20–90 daysthere areIP67
Trusted±8 gBump Mode + Real-Time TransferThree-axis acceleration, temperature and humidity, light, tilt4,000 transfersDisposable lithium battery, with a battery life of 2–4 yearsthere areIP69

Industry Applications

Client Cases: Monitoring the Logistics and Transportation of Smart Box-Type Transformers

Related Products:Hongke ASPION G-log 2

Application Background: Smart box-type transformers are bulky, heavy, and have a complex structure; during transport in 40-foot high-cube containers (20–35 metric tons), impacts, vibrations, and environmental changes can easily cause damage to the equipment. Following an assessment, it was determined that four shock recorders needed to be installed for comprehensive monitoring.

Advantages of Hongke's Solution:

  1. Flexible Configuration:Supports custom parameter settings to accommodate failure criteria and impact thresholds for various components, such as transformers, ring main units, and inverters.
  2. Efficient Data Analysis: Intuitive reports can be generated in real time on both PC and mobile devices
  3. Cost-effective:Combining high accuracy and high resolution, it effectively reduces monitoring costs

Customer Case Studies:Monitoring the Logistics and Transportation of Air-Insulated High-Voltage Switchgear

Related Products: Hongke ASPION G-log 2 Waterproof

Application Background: Air-insulated high-voltage switchgear and its components are highly susceptible to damage or total loss due to impacts during logistics and transportation. At the same time, import and export regulations and relevant standards require objective monitoring and evaluation of external impacts during transport, and high-voltage switchgear imposes strict requirements on the size and installation flexibility of data loggers. Traditional vibration monitors are bulky and heavy, require custom installation, and cannot be directly secured to wooden shipping crates, making them unsuitable for practical applications.

Advantages of Hongke's Solution:

  1. Cost-effective: Performance comparable to high-precision vibration monitors, while significantly reducing operating costs
  2. Easy to install: Compact in size, supports multiple mounting options (magnetic, cable ties, tape, screws)
  3. Efficient Data Analysis: Combines the advantages of collision detection tags and vibration monitors to effectively filter out invalid data by setting thresholds

Customer Case Studies:Logistics and Transportation Monitoring for Precision Equipment

Related Products: Hongke ASPION G-Log Impact Recorder

Clients: Junker Group, Germany

Application Background: During maritime and intermodal transport, precision heavy-duty grinding machines are subject to prolonged transit times, temperature fluctuations, and vibrations, which can easily cause hidden damage and affect their precision and operation. To monitor impact events and temperature fluctuations during transport, the group sought a modern monitoring solution.

Advantages of Hongke's Solution:

  1. high reliability: The Hongke ASPION G-Log impact recorder has undergone multiple rounds of simulation testing, including the use of suspended weights to simulate loads, to evaluate its impact resistance; it can effectively record and transmit data on impact events.

  2. Intuitive and easy to use: Supports operation via PC software and mobile apps; utilizes NFC technology for quick setup; installation personnel can generate and share transport reports through the app, providing evidence for insurance claims and liability determination

  3. Widely applicable: The Hongke ASPION G-Log shock recorder is not only suitable for various single-mode transportation (sea, air, and land), but can also handle complex scenarios such as intermodal transport.

Customer Case Studies:Environmental Monitoring During Long-Distance Transportation of Hisense-Hitachi Central Air Conditioning Equipment

Related Products: Hongke MSR165 and MSR175 Impact and Vibration Recorders

Application Background: Central air conditioning units are large and structurally complex, making them susceptible to vibration, impact, and environmental changes during storage and transportation. Failure to detect potential issues in a timely manner may result in fractures in the outdoor unit’s copper tubing or sheet metal components, leading to returns, replacements, and after-sales risks. The cost of returning or replacing a single outdoor unit can reach tens of thousands of yuan; if problems occur on a large scale, this will not only result in significant financial losses but also damage the brand’s image and market reputation.

Advantages of Hongke's Solution:

  1. Compact Size and Long Battery Life: Waterproof and durable, with a high sampling rate and low power consumption, offering a battery life of up to 6 months—ideal for long-term transportation monitoring needs
  2. High-Performance Data Analysis: Engineers use the accompanying MSR software to analyze data, generate PSD (power spectral density) curves, and compare them with national standard PSD curves. This process is used to reconstruct the transportation process and identify the causes of product damage, thereby optimizing packaging design and validating the feasibility of new product designs.

Vibration and Shock Recorder Selection Guide

The following key questions will help you quickly identify your core needs and select the most suitable products, ensuring the safety of your goods while enhancing the transparency and controllability of your transportation management:

  1. Acceleration (Impact / Collision / Acceleration): Impact events during transportation can have adverse effects on mechanical structures. Such damage is difficult to identify through visual inspection alone; acceleration data recorded by data loggers can help clarify liability for cargo damage and quality assurance issues, and it is recommended that this be included as a key monitoring item.
  2. Temperature and Humidity: Suitable for cold-chain transportation of pharmaceuticals, food, and other items, as well as semiconductor components, precision instruments, and electronic equipment. Stable temperature and humidity ensure that the performance of these items remains unaffected; temperature and humidity data can also be used to quickly determine the causes of corrosion in metal components or mold growth in organic materials due to moisture.
  3. Lighting: Food and chemicals are susceptible to damage from solar radiation; furthermore, light exposure data can serve as evidence of whether a sealed container has been tampered with—if light penetration is detected, it indicates that the goods may be at risk of theft.
  4. Air Pressure: It is primarily used for two types of cargo: first, plastic hollow products and gas- or liquid-filled deformable containers, among other items susceptible to pressure changes; second, air cargo, for which real-time pressure data logging is essential due to the need for strict monitoring of cabin pressure throughout the flight.

Compared to air and land transport, multimodal transport and maritime transport have longer transit times, placing higher demands on the battery life and recording duration of data loggers. The following factors directly affect recording duration:

  1. Sampling Frequency: The measurement frequency of vibration and shock directly affects power consumption and memory usage
  2. Multiparameter Monitoring: Monitoring requirements for other physical quantities, such as temperature and humidity, and sampling frequency
  3. Storage Mode: In vibration mode, the large amount of data stored results in a correspondingly shorter recording duration; in shock mode, only abnormal events that exceed the threshold are recorded, making it more suitable for long-distance transport monitoring.

Note: The Hongke data logger allows you to preview the operational duration based on the current settings before deployment, ensuring that transportation data is recorded in full throughout the entire process.

  1. Vibration Mode: Performs continuous, uninterrupted acceleration monitoring at a high sampling rate to record dynamic data throughout the entire process. It places extremely high demands on device performance and consumes power relatively quickly, making it suitable for demanding experimental scenarios such as packaging drop tests, land transport route optimization, and vibration test stands. Typical Model: Hongji MSR165 (supports both shock and vibration modes).

  2. Impact Mode: Records only impact events that exceed a preset threshold, offering high energy efficiency and data value, making it suitable for continuous monitoring throughout the entire transportation process for up to one year. Typical models: Hongji ASPION Series, MSR175, and MSR175Plus.

  3. Bump Mode + Real-Time Transfer: Builds upon the impact detection mode by integrating IoT functionality, allowing users to receive real-time alerts via a cloud platform or email when abnormal impacts exceed a set threshold. Typical models: Hongji L-track, Tive Real-Time Tracker.

If you need to trace and verify the specific route of the shipment and the timing of events, tracking devices equipped with GPS (such as the MSR175Plus, Tive, and L-track) can help your team quickly pinpoint the locations where key transportation events occurred.

The sensitivity of the cargo determines the settings for the acceleration range and impact threshold. Generally speaking, the heavier the cargo, the higher its tolerance for impact:

  • Heavy Equipment (Heavier): Less sensitive to impacts; the risk of damage is often hidden within the internal structure → We recommend using a low-range sensor (±15g)
  • Light Equipment: The structure is relatively susceptible to damage from external impact forces → We recommend using a high-range sensor (±200g)

Reference for Impact Threshold Settings (Using G-log 2 as an Example):

  • 300 kg to <1 metric ton: Set the threshold to 8 g, with an impact duration of 20 ms
  • >1 t to 8 t: Set the threshold to 6 g, with an impact duration of 15 ms
  • >8 metric tons to 15 metric tons: Set the 4g threshold; impact duration: 10 ms

When shipping data loggers with built-in batteries by air or sea, a hazardous materials/non-hazardous materials transport assessment report is generally required to comply with safety regulations. If you need to request compliance assessment documents for relevant products, please feel free to contact our technical team.

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