Logistics Companies
Logistics providers are continually searching for ways to increase shipments. New capabilities such as supply chain services provide avenues for logistics companies to boost revenues through value-added programs. AcuTemp provides logistics companies with additional opportunities to expand supply chain offerings through:
- Private labeled, temperature sensitive packaging solutions
- Sophisticated, standards-based thermal pallet systems
AcuTemp can help logistics companies realize significant increases in temperature-managed shipping with solutions that can be utilized in traditional common cargo services. Solutions from AcuTemp address the critical requirements of temperature sensitive shipping, including:
- Assured temperature control for critical payloads
- Significant dimensional weight reductions
- Increased storage capacity for fixed-space applications
And while our technology and systems integration know-how is second to none, AcuTemp also offers testing and validation capabilities to develop and validate containers to ISTA or customer-supplied protocols.
AcuTemp® Shipping Boxes
AcuTemp boxes are ideal for one-time shipping of highly valuable, temperature sensitive products such as pharmaceuticals, vaccines and clinical specimens. AcuTemp integrates ThermoCor® high performance insulation, packaging know-how and advanced testing and validation capabilities to produce solutions that perform consistently and reliably. AcuTemp rigorously explores all possible payload and environmental conditions to ensure the right solution is selected and that customer payloads are protected under every foreseeable scenario. AcuTemp’s sophisticated testing and validation capabilities allow customers to confirm packaging performance against customer-supplied or ISTA protocols.
AcuTemp boxes are fully enclosed in ThermoCor high performance insulation, eliminating heat transfer at the box edges. And because ThermoCor has an extremely high R Value of 45, AcuTemp boxes are capable of delivering advantages that can’t be found in typical packaging solutions.
AcuTemp Box Advantages
| Features |
Benefits |
| Extended coolant life and hold times |
Valuable payloads are protected longer;
lower cost shipping methods can be utilized |
| High performance ThermoCor can reduce dimensional weights by as much as 50% to 75% |
Shipping costs can be reduced by more than 50% |
| Less required insulation means internal storage capacity can be significantly increased |
More payload can be shipped without increasing shipping costs |
| Reduced coolant requirements |
Reduces overall package and shipping costs while increasing available payload space |
AcuTemp Boxes are available in standard catalog sizes or can be developed to meet custom requirements. To receive a quotation for AcuTemp box solutions, contact AcuTemp with temperature, dimensional and payload requirements.
AcuTemp® Multi-use Boxes
AcuTemp Multi-use Boxes are ideal solutions for reducing the cost per use for temperature sensitive packaging. Perfect for closed-loop distribution systems, multi-use solutions from AcuTemp have been deployed for critical applications such as tissue processing.
AcuTemp integrates ThermoCor® high performance insulation, packaging know-how and advanced testing and validation capabilities to produce multi-use solutions that perform consistently and reliably. AcuTemp rigorously explores all possible payload and environmental conditions to ensure the right solution is developed and that customer payloads are protected under every foreseeable scenario.
AcuTemp Multi-use Boxes utilize ThermoCor high performance insulation. Because ThermoCor has an extremely high R Value of 45, AcuTemp boxes are capable of delivering advantages that can’t be found in typical packaging solutions.
AcuTemp Multi-use Box Advantages
| Features |
Benefits |
| Rugged, mutli-use construction can be used for hundreds of shipments |
Cost per use for packaging is substantially reduced compared to one-time use options |
| Extended coolant life and hold times |
Valuable payloads are protected longer; lower cost shipping methods can be utilized
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| High performance ThermoCor can reduce dimensional weights by as much as 50% to 75% |
Shipping costs can be reduced by more than 50% |
| Less required insulation means internal storage capacity can be significantly increased |
More payload can be shipped without increasing shipping costs |
| Reduced coolant requirements |
Reduces overall package and shipping costs while increasing available payload space |
To receive a quotation for AcuTemp Multi-use Box solutions, contact AcuTemp with temperature, dimensional and payload requirements.
AcuTemp® RKN Thermal Pallet Shippers
With a high-efficiency, CFC-free refrigeration system that is capable of running 72 hours on battery power only, the RKN Thermal Pallet Shipper is positioned to revolutionize the logistics industry with:
- Precision control of temperature sensitive shipments (+/-1°C)
- Increased storage capacity of 70 cubic feet
- Ice-free cooling for three days on battery power only
The RKN Thermal Pallet Shipper is the result of sophisticated systems engineering that integrates:
- ThermoCor® High Performance Insulation (R45 per inch)
- High performance refrigeration and heating systems
- Sophisticated data logging and tracking capabilities
- Intelligent, rugged container design
| Features |
Benefits |
| High performance ThermoCor insulation maximizes thermal performance while minimizing wall section requirements |
Thermal hold time is greatly increased adding additional security for valuable payloads
Cargo capacity of 70 cubic feet is 35% greater than typical thermal pallet shippers. Logistics companies can reduce costs, attract more customers and increase profits |
| Rugged internal and external shell design |
Able to withstand the rigors of commercial transporation |
| Operates on multiple power sources |
Can operate globally without adaptors; can run unattended for 72 hours on battery power only |
| Dependable refrigeration and heating systems maintain payload temperature within +/- 1°C |
Completely reliable storage and transportation of temperature sensitive goods
No dry ice or other consumables required; lowers shipping costs and eliminates headaches |
| Internal data logger |
Monitors internal and ambient temperatures and battery condition; validates cold chain from origin to destination |
| Can be handled with forklift or on cookie sheet |
Versatile design can be easily moved and loaded |
The RKN is ideal for transporting temperature sensitive products such as pharmaceuticals, bio-medical products, semiconductors, fine art, food products and other perishable materials. Designed to NAS 3610 air cargo standards, the RKN can be used on most Boeing, Airbus and equivalent models. Critical specifications are listed in the table below.
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AcuTemp® Testing Services
Overview
As a key player in the high performance insulation industry, AcuTemp has taken a leadership role in testing and validating insulation performance. Our customers rely on test equipment accuracy, rigid test procedures and strictly defined protocols to ensure they receive exactly what they require. To meet these expectations, AcuTemp has made significant investments in environmental test chambers, data acquisition systems, analysis software, laboratory equipment and experienced technicians.
AcuTemp provides testing services to verify performance of existing thermal systems. These services encompass a variety of test types, including:
- R Value verification
- Package and container validation to ISTA protocols
- Package and container validation to customer-supplied protocols
Third-party Certifications and Procedures
ASTM C518
AcuTemp materials tests are performed in accordance with ASTM C518 – Standard Test Method for Steady-State Thermal Transmission by Means of Heat Flow Meter Apparatus. AcuTemp heat flow meters are routinely calibrated using National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) traceable thermometers. Customers can rely on accurate test results governed only by third-party standards, not internally defined procedures.
ISTA Certification
AcuTemp is a full member of the International Safe Transit Association (ISTA) and boasts one of the industry’s most sophisticated ISTA certified test laboratories. This certification demonstrates AcuTemp’s commitment to high-quality, high-performing packaging solutions for the Temperature Sensitive Shipping market. The ISTA certification provides customers with the assurance that our laboratories are properly equipped to conduct ISTA package performance testing.
Contact AcuTemp to learn more about Thermal Testing Services