Achieving Sustainability within Pharmaceutical Parameters
A clear challenge for those in the pharmaceutical industry is the act of balancing the needs of the customers, the requirements for transit, and their considerable carbon footprint. This is difficult to achieve when an equal importance is placed on the performance of this packaging, and with hundreds of thousands of dollars hanging in the balance for the pharmaceutical industry.
The Demand for Sustainability
The need for sustainability in the pharmaceutical industry has become more apparent, as global concerns and eco-conscious consumers demand it. These demands, however, are often made without consideration for the critical drivers of the pharmaceutical industry - precise temperature ranges and the protection of expensive, life-saving medicines - which previously meant sustainability took a backseat.
Pharmaceuticals have been long unable to adopt any sustainable packaging solutions, due to these stringent regulations and guidelines, for both temperature and hygiene, meaning the most practical choice for cool chain packaging was plastic and EPS.
But times are changing, and ESG is now a top priority for pharmaceutical companies, to ensure they remain compliant with regulatory bodies and governments, and favourable in the eyes of their consumers. As more and more pharmaceutical companies are identifying their packaging as a point of concern when pursuing a reduced environmental impact, the demand grows for high performing, innovative and sustainable cool chain packaging.
Importance of Innovation & Validated Performance
The importance of innovation and validated performance has long outweighed the need for sustainability, but now classed as equally as important - meaning pharmaceutical companies cannot compromise on any characteristic when it comes to their packaging. Finding a solution that ticks all the boxes of being sustainable, high performing and innovative is rare, and the process of testing such a solution can be time-consuming and expensive for smaller businesses, presenting another hurdle for the industry.
However, testing is not something that you can forego, as without validation, the risk of lost revenue, and customer trust is high. Validation identifies potential risks and issues before they cost the business revenue, product or reputation. Validation ensures product is safe, and processes and packaging are reliable and effective to their requirements.
Thermogard's Answer |
Pre-qualified Paper Shippers
Composed of our market-leading sustainable insulation, PaperShield Ultra, two RSC boxes, and our classic gel ice packs, these pre-tested solutions deliver convenience, sustainability and performance in one package.
At the heart of our pre-qualified paper shippers, is our new innovation, PaperShield Ultra. This advanced material reutilizes waste paper, offering a sustainable alternative while maintaining performance comparable to Expanded Polystyrene (EPS). Beyond its thermal insulation properties, PaperShield Ultra's absorbent and cushion-like characteristics contribute to enhanced structural integrity.
Our pre-qualified shipper is also convenient for your customer - as a 100% recyclable solution! PaperShield Ultra and RSC Cartons are able to be added to your curbside recycling, while the Gel Ice Pack film is soft plastics recyclable - and can be recycled at your nearest depot or supermarket (see locations here).
These shippers have undergone triplicate testing at an independent laboratory, ensuring consistent performance within the strict temperature parameters required for pharmaceutical transit and addressing previous concerns of sustainable options underperforming.
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