Frequently Asked Questions
Products
A pre-qualified shipper or pack-out is a complete package – box, liners, refrigerants, buffer pads – that has been tested to ISTA standards and proven to perform in different weather conditions.
The primary use for pre-qualification is to help specialty pharmacies navigate the accreditation processes involving the correct distribution of drugs.
Kotton, formerly KODIAKOTTON, is our biodegradable insulated packaging solution. Kotton is made from post-industrial, pre-consumer recycled fiber scraps. The scraps are molded together to achieve different R-Values based on customer needs.
Yes, Kotton is fully sustainable with 100% biodegradation in one year. Kotton is also recyclable and made from post-industrial, pre-consumer recycled materials.
Yes, our foam coolers have a biodegradable option that is made from resin that has been proven to biodegrade 94% in four years. To learn more about our resin, please visit our partners here.
Performance and Testing
Our performance testing is measured against ISTA standards. We have two temperature simulator chambers that we use to pre-qualify and test all of our pack-outs. If requested, our testing professionals may also come to your facility to administer free live lane testing.
Pre-qualified simply means that your packaging solution has been tested to ensure it will pass your requirements. The variables most commonly tested for are:
- Temperature range: what does the internal temperature need to stay at?
- Temperature profile: what is the external temperature that you will be shipping your package in?
- Time: How long will your package be in transit?
Yes, our live lane testing team will come out to your facility to help you pack the shipper correctly and insert our temperature probes. Once this is complete, we ship the package simulating a live delivery, and report back to you with all of the data.
Yes, with a team of ISTA-certified testing specialists and multiple temperature simulation chambers, KODIAKOOLER can simulate testing for any of our insulated packaging solutions.
Due to many specialty pharmacies requiring testing data for URAC and ACHC accreditations, KODIAKOOLER has developed testing and reporting methods that have proven to pass these standards effectively.
Sustainability
Yes, we have data on all of our sustainability claims. To see the ASTM D5511 test on our Kotton’s biodegradation, visit our testing page. To request the full report, please reach out today!
Yes, there is data on all of our sustainability claims. Our biodegradable foam is sourced from our partners, EPSylite. Please visit their page to see and request all testing information.
Kotton can help lower emissions through both logistical optimization and decomposition.
Logistical Optimization – the KODIAKOOLER team will work with you to configure the best truckload layout to reduce freight costs and truckload emissions. From laying the Kotton liners flat, to bundling them as Kwikpacks, there are endless opportunities to save on emissions.
Decomposition – due to the nature of Kotton, biodegradation releases significantly fewer greenhouse gases than other traditional packaging materials.
Kotton – To recycle Kotton please search for different MRF’s (Municipal Recycling Facilities) that will recycle #60 cotton fibers.
Foam – To recycle foam, please find a location on this map.