Resources

Cold Chain Knowledge From A Team Of Experts

Practical guidance on temperature-controlled packaging, from cold chain fundamentals and terminology to testing, qualification, and day-to-day best practices.

Best Practices

Best Practices For Cold Chain Management

Collaboration, continuous review, and proactive monitoring are what turn a cold chain from a set of shipments into a reliable, compliant system.

July 1, 2026

4 min read

Packaging & Testing

Evaluating Packaging Performance

Laboratory testing against standards like PDA Technical Report 39 and ASTM procedures is how you prove packaging will hold up to real-world temperature challenges.

June 9, 2026

5 min read

Packaging & Testing

Key Considerations For Cold Chain Packaging

Transport mode, route, transit time, ambient conditions, and handling all shape the packaging a shipment needs. Here is what to weigh before you specify a solution.

May 12, 2026

4 min read

Cold Chain Basics

Typical Temperature Requirements

Different pharmaceutical products call for different storage ranges. Here are the temperature bands most cold chain shipments are built around, and why matching them matters.

April 18, 2026

4 min read

Cold Chain Basics

Cold Chain Terminology

Passive versus active containers, refrigerants, phase change materials, conditioning, and pack-outs, a plain-language glossary of the terms you will meet when planning a cold chain shipment.

March 24, 2026

5 min read

Cold Chain Basics

Why Is Cold Chain Important?

For vaccines and biologics, even a brief temperature excursion can compromise safety and efficacy. That is why the cold chain has become a global priority across healthcare and life sciences.

March 5, 2026

3 min read

Cold Chain Basics

What Is The Cold Chain?

The cold chain is the temperature-controlled supply chain that keeps vaccines, biologics, and other sensitive products safe from the moment they are made to the moment they are used.

February 10, 2026

4 min read