Expert in pharmaceutical packaging manufacturing
Knauf Industries is a manufacturer of isothermal pharmaceutical packaging made from EPS and EPP, designed for the safe transport of medications, vaccines, medical devices, and other temperature-sensitive products. Our solutions maintain temperature ranges between -80 °C and +25 °C, while protecting products from shocks, vibrations, and climatic variations.
Thanks to our expertise in molding cellular materials and our industrial know-how, we offer both standard solutions and custom pharmaceutical packaging that meet the regulatory requirements of the healthcare sector.
Key Challenges in Pharmaceutical Packaging
The transport of pharmaceuticals is a critical process during which the quality and efficacy of the products must be guaranteed all the way to their destination.
While many temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals must be transported between +2 °C and +8 °C, Knauf Industries is also able to adapt to the requirements of biotherapeutics and vaccines that require sub-zero temperatures as low as -80 °C. For these products, any break in the cold chain can alter the therapeutic properties of the medication and compromise patient safety.
To prevent these risks, Knauf Industries puts its solid expertise at your service to manufacture reliable, robust pharmaceutical packaging capable of maintaining the target temperature while taking your constraints into account.
Depending on your needs, our solutions can also address challenges such as preventing shocks and vibrations during transport, protecting products from external contamination, or ensuring compliance with good pharmaceutical distribution practices.
In particular, we offer insulated packaging that compensates for the lack of refrigerated transport.
A pharmaceutical packaging manufacturer that meets your industry-specific requirements
Knauf Industries' solutions are designed to meet the technical and regulatory requirements of the pharmaceutical industry while streamlining logistics operations.
Temperature-Controlled Transport
Our pharmaceutical packaging is designed to maintain controlled temperature ranges from -80 °C to +25 °C, in accordance with your requirements. Thanks to the insulating properties of EPS and EPP, our solutions ensure reliable thermal stability for several hours or several days, depending on the configuration chosen.
Our packaging can be used with cold or heat packs to precisely adjust the duration of temperature maintenance to transport conditions.
Impact Protection
Medications and medical devices must be protected against impacts and vibrations during transport. The cellular materials used in our packaging absorb shocks and minimize the risk of breakage in glass containers or secondary packaging.
This mechanical strength ensures that products arrive at their destination in optimal condition while reducing the risk of quality issues.
Custom Packaging
As manufacturers of pharmaceutical packaging, we offer fully customizable solutions to meet the specific needs of each project. Our packaging can be tailored in terms of:
Dimensions and internal volumes.
Wall thickness and density.
Internal configuration and cushioning.
Integration of accessories.
Colors and markings.
Our solutions can also be designed to incorporate temperature sensors or tracking devices to ensure the safety of sensitive shipments.
High-performance and recyclable materials
Knauf Industries’ pharmaceutical packaging is designed using cellular materials that offer an excellent balance between thermal insulation, mechanical strength, and lightness. These materials allow you to reduce logistics costs while ensuring optimal product protection.
All our packaging is recyclable through dedicated recycling channels and can be manufactured from recycled materials or renewable resources.
Our range of pharmaceutical packaging
Knauf Industries, a manufacturer of pharmaceutical packaging, offers a comprehensive range of solutions to meet most of your needs:
Freshbox®: Solution for positive temperature control
- Pre-qualified EPS insulated box for temperature-sensitive products:
- Maintains temperatures between +2 °C and +8 °C for up to 120 hours
- Useful volume: 55 L
- Empty weight: 0.737 kg
35 mm walls - Euro-pallet compatible size
Ideal solution for refrigerated medications, vaccines, and samples.
Frobox®: Transport at sub-zero temperatures
EPS insulated box for long-term transport:
- Maintains temperatures from -80 °C to -20 °C for up to 110 hours
- Multiple sizes from 5 to 53 L
- Walls up to 50 mm thick
- High thermal performance
Solution suitable for biotechnology products and vaccines.
Our range of pharmaceutical packaging
Komebac® Cool: Reusable Solution
EPP insulated cooler for regular logistics:
- Maintains temperatures between +2 °C and +8 °C for 36 hours
- Useful volume: 35 L
- Weight: 1.6 kg
- Reusable and washable
Ideal solution for last-mile delivery and reverse logistics.
Ringbox®: High-Volume Solution
EPS insulated container for large shipments:
- Volume up to 300 L
- Load capacity: up to 360 kg
- Maintains temperatures from -80 °C to -20 °C for 110 hours
- 70 mm walls
Solution suited for complex logistics flows and large shipments.
The materials we use
Knauf Industries’ pharmaceutical packaging is primarily made from foam materials due to the excellent thermal insulation and high mechanical strength these materials provide. We use the following materials in particular:
EPS (expanded polystyrene)
Expanded polystyrene is a material particularly well-suited for transporting temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical products. It consists of up to 98% air, which gives it highly effective thermal insulation.
Its main advantages are excellent thermal insulation, light weight, high shock absorption, chemical neutrality, and recyclability.
EPP (expanded polypropylene)
Expanded polypropylene is a highly durable material suitable for reusable logistics systems. Composed of approximately 95% air, it offers an excellent balance between thermal insulation and mechanical strength.
Its main advantages are high mechanical strength, good thermal insulation, a long service life, and the fact that it is washable, reusable, and recyclable.
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Un emballage pharmaceutique isotherme est conçu pour maintenir une température stable et protéger les produits sensibles, comme les vaccins et médicaments, des variations thermiques.
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Les matières alvéolaires comme le polystyrène expansé (PSE) et le polypropylène expansé (PPE) offrent une isolation thermique efficace, une grande légèreté et une résistance aux chocs.
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Les vaccins, médicaments thermosensibles, prélèvements biologiques et substances chimiques doivent être transportés dans des emballages adaptés pour garantir leur efficacité et leur sécurité.
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Le choix dépend de plusieurs facteurs : plage de température requise, durée de conservation, conformité aux réglementations et résistance aux chocs et vibrations.
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Oui, les emballages en PSE et PPE sont recyclables, contribuant à une gestion plus durable des déchets tout en garantissant la sécurité des produits.
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Un emballage pharmaceutique isotherme maintient une température dirigée grâce à des matériaux isolants comme le PSE et le PPE, qui réduisent les échanges thermiques. Selon les besoins, il peut préserver des températures de -80 °C à -20 °C, +2 °C à +8 °C ou +15 °C à +25 °C. Testés en chambre climatique en cycle été et hiver, ces emballages garantissent la stabilité thermique et la conformité aux exigences réglementaires.