Insulated shipping containers are used to ship products that are temperature sensitive. This includes products such as pharmaceuticals, food and chemicals. They maintain product safety and freshness and are used as a part of a comprehensive product cold chain all through a product’s distribution cycle. Listed below is some important information about insulated and refrigerated shipping containers:

• Safe: One primary benefit of insulated containers is safety. Products which present a unique shipping difficulty as a result of constant temperature maintenance can be shipped safely.

• Economical: Insulated containers are cost effective. They are lightweight and require light to average maintenance. You can reuse insulated shipping containers and get value for money. In addition to this, they are also recyclable.

• Construction: The construction of insulated containers is different from average shipping containers. An insulated shipping container is a thick moulded foam container. It protects the contents inside from breakage and damage.

You can choose your shipping container based on your product needs and the time required for the journey. An insulated shipping container may be made of the following materials:

• Vacuum flasks: These are similar to thermos bottles

• Fabricated thermal blankets or liners

• Polystyrene foam, that is moulded or expanded. This could include EPS and Styrofoam.

• Bubble wrap or gas plastic panels

You can choose the right material needed for your shipping needs, keeping in mind the size, nature and sensitivity of the material you want to ship.

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