Base a second-shift decision on the return cycle, not an assumed number of daily turns. Timestamp return from route, unloading, washing, drying, inspection, and start of reloading.
Cleaning method, drying, and rules for moving between product groups must follow site procedures and equipment instructions. If the cycle does not fit, assess workflow, labour, or spare-unit options rather than skipping a step.
For a plate-based setup, separately track plate model, conditioning start and finish, freezer capacity, and next loading time. Verify the required cold source and arrangement in the exact model documents; do not assume a fixed number of plate sets.
In a representative shift pilot, compare delays, waiting, capacity use, cleaning compliance, and dispatch results. Count a second shift as dependable capacity only after records show the cycle completes across different operating days.
