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  • 1.  When to use Passive/Active Thermal Packaging?

    Posted 03-26-2020 03:33 PM
    Hello, I have a question for any pharma, medical, or food packaging engineers that encounter high value product that needs thermal protection in distribution.

    Based on product susceptibility to temperature (shipping & storage specification temp range is given), how do you decide when to use 1) passive protection like foam insulation or gel packs, 2) active thermal protection, or 3) thermal protection?

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    K. Nori
    Packaging Engineer
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  • 2.  RE: When to use Passive/Active Thermal Packaging?

    Posted 03-27-2020 11:05 AM
    Hello Keelyn -  We develop, manufacture, and supply temperature management solutions (like products used in cold chain/ CRT packaging space) and temperature monitoring devices (like data loggers and temperature indicators).  I would be happy to answer any questions based on my experience in this area.  https://www.cavu-group.com/temperature-solutions   Please send me an email if you are interested and we can set up a time to talk.  dm@microteklabs.com 
    Dawn

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    Dawn Mantz
    Sales and Business Development Manager
    CAVU Group
    Dayton OH
    937-236-2213 x299
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  • 3.  RE: When to use Passive/Active Thermal Packaging?

    Posted 03-29-2020 05:09 AM
    Hi K Nori,

    It really would be a question of cost. If this is high volume, high cost drug, how does thermal transport compare with a passive packaging option. There are some returnable packaging options to if you have a closed loop system.

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    Anne Wespetal
    Packaging Engineer
    Phillips Medisize
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  • 4.  RE: When to use Passive/Active Thermal Packaging?

    Posted 03-30-2020 06:55 AM
    Cost, transit time and destination are key elements in this decision process. As A Wespetal suggested, the value of the payload is a major driver. Is this one of kind? Iis it a seven figure life saving pharmaceutical? Is it a closed loop between two or more destinations within your supply chain? Is you packaging designed as a returnable, multi-use container?

    There are a number of details that need to be clearly defined before a vendor can assist in your decision process. To learn more about the breadth of choices contact me, or any of the contributors so far to discuss your application. To learn more about my products visit www.pharmatuff.com.


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    Ray Pidock
    Director, Temperature Solutions
    EFP Corporation
    Reynoldsburg OH
    (614) 866-0188
    rpidock@efpcorp.com
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