Medical Packaging
MED PACKs are shape moulded expanded polystyrene (EPS) shipping and storage containers made specifically for the medical supply industry. Variable densities and sizes are available to meet strict medical guidelines for transporting and shipments. Our lightweight EPS solution is a cost effective while providing excellent thermal insulating performance.
- Extremely cost-effective and lightweight excellent thermal insulation
- Structurally strong with compressive strength and moisture resistance
- Your choice of foam density
- Foam shippers, foam liners, and foam coolers available
- Fit any product with custom shapes
Material Properties of Medical Packaging
| Material Property | Test Method | Units | Property Values |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Thermal Resistance Minimum RSI per 25mm (R per inch) |
ASTM C518 |
m2 • 0C/W (ft2•h•0F/BTU) |
0.65 (3.75) |
|
Compressive Resistance Minimum @ 10% Deformation |
ASTM D1621 |
kPa (psi) |
70 (10) |
|
Flexural Strength Minimum |
ASTM C203 |
kPa (psi) |
170 (25) |
|
Water Vapour Permeance Maximum |
ASTM E96 |
ng/(Pa.s.m2) (Perms) |
300 (5.0) |
|
Water Absorption Maximum |
ASTM D2842 |
% By Volume | 6.0 |
|
Oxygen Index Minimum |
D2863 | volume % | 24 |
|
Density Minimum |
C303 | pcf | 0.90 |
| Thermal Resistance for Some Common Thicknesses | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | RSI | Inches | R-Value |
| 19 | 0.49 | 3/4" | 2.81 |
| 25 | 0.65 | 1" | 3.75 |
| 38 | 0.98 | 1 1/2" | 5.63 |
| 50 | 1.30 | 2" | 7.50 |
| 75 | 1.95 | 3" | 11.25 |
|
Other Standard & Custom thicknesses available upon request. Standard sizes range from; 2x4,2x8,4x4,4x8. Customer sizes upon request. |
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