What to look for in a pharmaceutical cold room
If you work in the pharmaceutical industry, you will be well aware of how essential it is to store medicines at the correct temperature. This importance has recently been highlighted with the development of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, which needs to be stored at -70°C until shortly before use. If you are looking to purchase a pharmaceutical cold room for a warehouse, production, or distribution facility, here are some things you need to look for:
1) Does It Meet Industry Regulations?
This is the most important factor to consider when purchasing a pharmaceutical cold room. A cold room must be entirely secure so that nothing can enter the unit and contaminate it, and to keep the temperature range within the strict tolerances required by some pharmaceuticals. It also must be designed to resist sunlight, moisture, vibrations, and other negative influences. For many medications, storage conditions are mandated by law or by industry standards. Always ensure that your cold room supplier is aware of relevant legislation and has experience supplying medical-grade cold rooms.
2) The Quality Of The Unit
When it comes to storing medicines, there is a lot at stake from choosing an unsuitable or low-quality storage solution. A medical-grade storage facility is a capital investment that will ensure your products never become contaminated or damaged. In most cases, this ensures greater long-term value than a cheaper unit.
3) How Secure The Unit Is
High-value pharmaceuticals run the risk of theft as well as contamination, so all pharmaceutical cold rooms should have a choice of in-built security safeguards. Security starts at the door, so always choose a robust model with a secure locking system.
Access is also important. Your cold room should be quick to access for the right people but difficult for thieves. Doors to restricted storage areas should also be linked to intruder alarms, with alerts sent to the appropriate people if an unauthorised access attempt is detected.
4) Does It Have Non-Slip Floors?
Non-slip floors are one of the most important parts of any cold storage unit. Not only does this prevent your employees from getting injured, but it also means that none of your medicines will be damaged by accident.
Picking The Best Pharmaceutical Cold Room
When it comes to picking the best cold room or medical-grade storage unit, look no further than MTCSS. Our pharmaceutical storage solutions are flexible, efficient, and secure, keeping your medical products safe and in optimum condition. Contact us today to discuss your cold storage needs – call us on 01886 833381, email us at sales@mtcss.flywheelsites.com, or fill in an enquiry form via the link below!
