Definition:Reusable container with insulated walls for temperature-controlled transport, ranging from small parcels to large palletized loads.
Types and Sizes::
- **Small**: 10-50 liter capacity (pharmaceuticals, last-mile)
- **Medium**: 50-200 liter (multi-package delivery)
- **Large**: Pallet-sized or larger (wholesale distribution)
- Polyurethane (PU) foam: Best performance, R25-30/inch
- Expanded polystyrene (EPS): Good performance, R15-20/inch, lower cost
- Vacuum panels: Excellent performance, thin profile, expensive
- 50mm EPS + gel packs: 12-24 hours
- 75mm PU foam + gel packs: 24-48 hours
- 100mm+ PU foam + dry ice: 48-96+ hours
Insulation Materials::
Performance:: Hold time varies by insulation thickness, ambient temperature, and refrigerant used:
Related Terms:: Insulated Packaging, Gel Pack, Dry Ice, Passive Cooling
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