Sonoco ThermoSafe launches reusable container for blood transport and storage
Sonoco ThermoSafe (thermosafe.com), a unit of Sonoco and a leading supplier of temperature assurance packaging, has launched a revolutionary new product for the transport and temporary storage of red blood cells and platelets. The result of years of end-user research, the innovative Via Blood Transporter incorporates leading-edge technology in phase change and insulating material to ensure ultimate temperature protection, while its ergonomic features aid in the fast and efficient conveyance of blood when it matters most.
“The Via Blood Transporter’s unique design leverages Sonoco’s expertise in the automobile industry, where products require the utmost in durability,” says Russell Grissett, vice president of Sonoco ThermoSafe. “The transporter is constructed out of expanded polypropylene (EPP) that withstands the rigors of the most challenging hospital and blood bank environments. It features a bright red color for heightened visibility, an efficient light-weight design and an easy-to-clean interior and exterior.”