Construction
An insulated shipping container might be constructed of:
- a vacuum flask, similar to a "thermos" bottle
- fabricated thermal blankets or liners
- molded expanded polystyrene foam (EPS, styrofoam, etc.), similar to a cooler
- other molded foams such as polyurethane, polyethylene, etc.
- sheets of foamed plastics
- reflective materials: (metallised film, etc.)
- bubble wrap or other gas filled panels
- other packaging materials and structures
Some are designed for single use while others are returnable for reuse. Some empty containers are sent to the shipper disassembled or “knocked down”, assembled and used, then knocked down again for easier return shipment.
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