Temperature Controlled Packaging
What’s the best option for keeping chilled & frozen items cold during shipping?
Even a couple of degrees centigrade too hot or cold can result in chilled and frozen items becoming worthless. To give a couple of examples, food items are no longer fit for consumption and medicines are no longer effective. However, these temperature-sensitive products still need to be shipped. For this reason, we need reliable packaging solutions.
Insulating Packaging Materials
A Packaging Gateway article highlights the choice of material is important for temperature controlled packaging. Number one on the list are corrugated cardboard boxes. That is because the air held between the paper layers provides both cushioning and insulation. A double walled cardboard box would be even more effective.
The article identifies the issue with cardboard boxes as poor resistance to moisture. It dismisses cardboard with barrier coatings due to recyclability being compromised. However, some packaging companies are using moisture resistant coatings that do not affect recyclability. Could this offer the sustainable solution that you are looking for?
Packaging Gateway also suggests WoolCool® fleece insulation, which is used as an insulating box lining, is not easy to recycle. However, this is a 100% natural and biodegradable product, which can be composted. There are other fillers which aid temperature control. So, the best idea is to speak with your packaging manufacturer to discuss the options.
Bespoke Boxes for Temperature Control
Bespoke boxes, designed with your specific products in mind are important for such sensitive demands. Coupled with an efficient despatch and courier delivery service, they keep items at the right temperature during shipping.
