Serving the Cold Chain
Following queries about the role that EPS packaging can play in securing the cold chain for temperature sensitive goods, the EPS Packaging Group has produced an information leaflet that answers many of the questions we often get asked. The insulating properties of EPS are much higher than other packaging materials such as cardboard, glass or china because EPS is 98% air and air has a very low rate of thermal conductivity. The closed-cell foam structure of EPS, consisting of microscopically small air bubbles, makes it the simplest and most cost effective thermal insulator around. If you want to pack fresh fish, meat, seafood or vegetables and fruit, the inert nature of EPS ensures that it does not contribute to bacterial development and its excellent protective characteristics help to prevent deterioration through bruising or other shocks during transit. EPS is fully approved to package food and an additional bonus is that it helps food to retain its nutrients. The inertness of EPS and its insulating properties combined with its hygienic, clean appearance makes it perfect for the pharmaceutical sector where it is widely used for transplanting organs and temperature sensitive vaccines. Find out about all this in more detail by downloading the leaflet EPS Packaging: Serving the Cold Chain from the Downloads section of our website. |
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