Shipping perishables

Does Your Organization Ship Medical Devices Across The United States?

By June 29, 2021 No Comments

Many medical devices can only tolerate so much heat. When that threshold is crossed, they may malfunction or fail to work at all. That’s obviously not good news for the people who need them. For instance, imagine for a moment that you’re checking your blood pressure for the first time with a new unit that just arrived on your doorstep.

However, the device was subjected to extreme heat during transport, and now it gives inaccurate readings. It says your blood pressure is sky high, and you believe you’re going to have a heart attack or stroke. As such, your significant other drives you to the hospital, where they poke, prod, and run all kinds of tests, only to discover that you’re healthy. This is just an example, but these are the kinds of things that can happen when medical devices do not work properly.

There are ways for shippers to protect these goods, though. No, we aren’t talking about running out and buying an expensive reefer unit to keep the temp down inside a trailer. The option we are discussing today is an alternative to reefer shipping. Is there such a thing? You bet there is. Would you like to learn about it? Yes, that’s great. Let’s move on then. 



The SureTemp Elite Container Blanket

With this alternative to reefer shipping, transporters can create temperature zones. In other words, some items can be kept cool while others remain warm. These coverings protect against the heat. However, they also offer protection from the cold and are reusable. That means you can use them repeatedly and during any season.

The alternative to reefer shipping is heavy-duty too. We use the best manufacturing techniques and materials to create these coverings. That ensures they’ll hold up to the rigors of the shipping process without fail. These blankets are designed to fit up to 53-foot intermodal containers or OTR shipments, but custom sizes are also available. They have foldable panels for easy folding/unfolding. After all, who wants to spend their precious time fighting to unroll or unfold a covering?

Consumers can also choose to purchase an installation kit. It features a D-ring rope and pull system that makes every install quick and painless. Are you ready to get or learn more about these amazing container blankets? If so, please, don’t hesitate to give us a call. They are the perfect solutions for protecting medical devices, foods, and more from harsh temperatures.