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  With
ever-increasing demand and shorter lead times, the makers of quality
perishable goods face a constant shipping challenge: how to ensure
their products arrive well protected and temperature controlled.
Airgas
Dry
Ice custom packaging specialists provide a reliable, cost-efficient
solution. By combining the appropriate refrigerant with a custom
designed container,
Airgas
specialists can provide product and delivery solutions for proper
handling and shipment of perishable items.
 Complete Refrigerant Selection
From Dry Ice to Gel Ice
Packs
Airgas
provides refrigerant solutions for both chilled and frozen products.
Chilled perishables, those packaged at 33–50° F and above, are
generally shipped with gel ice packs.
Airgas
gel
ice packs come in several sizes and are safe, non-toxic, and
reusable. For frozen products requiring temperatures between 32° F
to -109° F, dry ice is offered in three standard cut sizes and in pellet
form. Gel ice packs may also be used in conjunction with dry ice to
meet your packaging requirements.
Custom Styrofoam Containers & Coordinated Cartons
Airgas’
rigid, molded-Styrofoam shipping containers are custom designed in
various sizes and feature a secure, tight-fitting lid to provide
excellent thermal insulation. They are clean, lightweight, durable,
and recyclable. They can be inserted into a matching corrugated
carton for added strength and insulation. The cartons are white,
heat-reflective, and come with pre-printed shipping information.
Using polyethylene liner bags adds to the insulation of the product.
 Combination Packaging Benefits
• Maintains freshness and extends shelf life of shipped items
• Prevents melting of perishables in hot weather
• Reduces bacteria growth with controlled temperature protection
• Provides critical temperature ranges for blood, pharmaceuticals
and laboratory test samples
• Reusable and recyclable packaging products
• Most cost effective heat controlled packaging method for
perishables
Packaging: Safe & Reliable
Airgas
gel ice is packaged in pressure tested polyethylene bags to ensure
maximum strength. Key features include sealed back seams and welded
ends.
Formulation: Non-toxic, Non-caustic & Reusable
Our +30° F formula is used to keep products chilled for an average
duration of 24 – 48 hours in a well-insulated container. Other
formulations can be special ordered.
Freezing Points
Airgas
gel
ice packs freeze at 5° F lower than water, requiring an average
freezing temperature of 28° F before use. Packs must be frozen solid
to achieve maximum results. Recommended freezing periods for gel
icepacks are 24 – 48 hours when laid out individually and 5 – 7 days
in cartons. Ventilation holes in cartons provide circulation and
shorter freezing times.
Uses for Gel Ice Packs
Gel ice packs are ideal for products that cannot tolerate the
melting water of ice or the extreme cold of dry ice.
Airgas
gel
ice packs are great for shipping or holding medical supplies, fresh
produce, flowers, candy, seafood, meat, and picnic items.
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