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US20030234255A1
US20030234255A1 US10/395,227 US39522703A US2003234255A1 US 20030234255 A1 US20030234255 A1 US 20030234255A1 US 39522703 A US39522703 A US 39522703A US 2003234255 A1 US2003234255 A1 US 2003234255A1
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Thomas Pringle
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    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B3/00—Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shape; Layered products comprising a layer having particular features of form
    • B32B3/10—Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shape; Layered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. formed of separate pieces of material
    • B32B3/18—Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shape; Layered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. formed of separate pieces of material characterised by an internal layer formed of separate pieces of material which are juxtaposed side-by-side
    • B32B3/22—Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shape; Layered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by a discontinuous layer, i.e. formed of separate pieces of material characterised by an internal layer formed of separate pieces of material which are juxtaposed side-by-side of spaced pieces
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B27/00—Layered products comprising a layer of synthetic resin
    • B32B27/40—Layered products comprising a layer of synthetic resin comprising polyurethanes
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B3/00—Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shape; Layered products comprising a layer having particular features of form
    • B32B3/02—Layered products comprising a layer with external or internal discontinuities or unevennesses, or a layer of non-planar shape; Layered products comprising a layer having particular features of form characterised by features of form at particular places, e.g. in edge regions
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B32—LAYERED PRODUCTS
    • B32B—LAYERED PRODUCTS, i.e. PRODUCTS BUILT-UP OF STRATA OF FLAT OR NON-FLAT, e.g. CELLULAR OR HONEYCOMB, FORM
    • B32B5/00—Layered products characterised by the non- homogeneity or physical structure, i.e. comprising a fibrous, filamentary, particulate or foam layer; Layered products characterised by having a layer differing constitutionally or physically in different parts
    • B32B5/18—Layered products characterised by the non- homogeneity or physical structure, i.e. comprising a fibrous, filamentary, particulate or foam layer; Layered products characterised by having a layer differing constitutionally or physically in different parts characterised by features of a layer of foamed material
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D81/00—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents
    • B65D81/38—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
    • B65D81/3813—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation rigid container being in the form of a box, tray or like container
    • B65D81/3823—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation rigid container being in the form of a box, tray or like container formed of different materials, e.g. laminated or foam filling between walls
    • B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
    • B65—CONVEYING; PACKING; STORING; HANDLING THIN OR FILAMENTARY MATERIAL
    • B65D—CONTAINERS FOR STORAGE OR TRANSPORT OF ARTICLES OR MATERIALS, e.g. BAGS, BARRELS, BOTTLES, BOXES, CANS, CARTONS, CRATES, DRUMS, JARS, TANKS, HOPPERS, FORWARDING CONTAINERS; ACCESSORIES, CLOSURES, OR FITTINGS THEREFOR; PACKAGING ELEMENTS; PACKAGES
    • B65D81/00—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents
    • B65D81/38—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation
    • B65D81/3876—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation insulating sleeves or jackets for cans, bottles, barrels, etc.
    • B65D81/3886—Containers, packaging elements, or packages, for contents presenting particular transport or storage problems, or adapted to be used for non-packaging purposes after removal of contents with thermal insulation insulating sleeves or jackets for cans, bottles, barrels, etc. formed of different materials, e.g. laminated or foam filling between walls

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  • the present invention relates, generally, to shipping containers, and more particularly, to insulated shipping containers, as may be used for the shipping of various temperature-sensitive products by regular mail or other like delivery services.
  • FIG. 1 a prior art shipping container for transporting temperature sensitive materials is shown.
  • such prior art containers include a exterior protective surface and end cap or lid comprised of cardboard materials and the like.
  • the exterior surface is typically configured with an interior lining for containing the temperature sensitive products.
  • an insulation material is encapsulated between the exterior protective housing and the interior lining.
  • This insulating material is typically bonded to the exterior housing and comprises low efficiency types of insulating material.
  • the insulating material generally includes expanded polystyrene or polyurethane and the like which provide a thermal efficiency value, or R-Value, of between 4.0 and 7.2 per inch.
  • R-Value thermal efficiency value
  • the shipping constraints for prior art shipping containers require the temperature-sensitive products contained within to be shipped within 24 to 48 hours, thus limiting the free use of regular U.S. Mail for transportation, which can take four or five days for delivery.
  • prior art shipping containers typically require more expensive modes of transportation to be utilized, such as Federal Express Next or Second Day service or UPS Red or Blue services, among others.
  • a vacuum insulation panel according to the present invention addresses many of the shortcomings of the prior art.
  • an insulated shipping container is provided that may be utilized for mail-order applications, such as the shipment of drugs and specialty food products.
  • An exemplary container may comprise an exterior protective housing that provides protection for an insulated portion from the environment, e.g., from shipping and handling damages.
  • the insulated portion comprises various forms of insulated materials, preferably a vacuum-insulated panel (VIP) configuration is utilized.
  • the insulated portion includes an insulated cap or lid.
  • the exemplary container may also include an interior protective sleeve or tube for encasing the temperature sensitive products, e.g., pharmaceuticals or vaccines.
  • a refrigerant, a heat source, or other temperature stabilizing material may be placed within or between the interior sleeve and the insulated portion, with the refrigerant, heat source, or temperature stabilizing material and the sleeve being sealed within the insulated portion by the cap. Thereafter, the insulated portion and the sleeve may be placed within the exterior housing and enclosed with the housing end cap.
  • an insulated shipping container comprises an exterior housing; an interior sleeve; and an intermediate insulating portion, wherein the intermediate insulating portion has an R value of about 20 or greater.
  • an insulated shipping container comprises an exterior housing; an interior sleeve; and an intermediate insulating portion, wherein the intermediate insulating portion includes a core material and a barrier material sealed about the core material in an airtight manner.
  • an insulated shipping container comprises an exterior housing; an interior sleeve; and an intermediate insulating portion, wherein the intermediate insulating portion includes an open cell core material comprising at least about 95% open cell and a metalized barrier material sealed about the core material in an airtight manner, with a reduced pressure atmosphere in the intermediate portion.
  • the insulated portion may comprise a vacuum detection indicator.
  • the vacuum detection indicator is configured to facilitate the evaluation of the integrity of the vacuum within the vacuum insulation panel.
  • FIG. 1 is a view of a conventional art shipping container
  • FIG. 2 is a view of an exemplary insulated shipping container in accordance with the present invention.
  • FIG. 3 is a view of various exemplary embodiments of the container in FIG. 2.
  • the embodiments of the present invention may be described herein in terms of various types of materials and processing steps. It should be appreciated that such materials and steps may be realized by any number of components configured to perform the specified functions. For example, the embodiments of the present invention may employ various insulating materials, wrapping materials, labels, end cap connectors and the like, which may carry out a variety of functions.
  • the embodiments of the present invention may be practiced in any number of shipping contexts and that the embodiments relating to an insulated shipping container for mail-order applications, as described herein, is merely one exemplary application of the invention. For example, the principles, features and methods discussed may be applied to any shipping application wherein temperature-sensitive products are to be transported. Further, such general techniques that may be known to those skilled in the art are not described in detail herein.
  • an improved shipping container can be provided for facilitating the shipment of temperature sensitive products directly from the supplier to the end user by use of low-cost transportation services.
  • an exemplary insulated shipping container 200 comprises an exterior housing 202 , an insulated portion 208 and an interior sleeve 214 .
  • Exterior housing 202 includes an open end 204 and an end cap or lid 203 , and is configured for providing protection for the insulated portion 208 from the environment, e.g., from shipping and handling damages.
  • Exterior housing 202 and end cap 203 may comprise various materials, such as, for example, fiberboard, cardboard, metals or plastics and the like, which are suitably configured for protection of the insulated portion 208 .
  • exterior housing 202 and end cap 203 suitably include a means for connecting together, such as threaded engagement portions 205 and 206 , or by any other suitable means now known or hereinafter devised, such as press-fitting, clasping, fastening or other similar arrangements.
  • cap 203 and housing 202 it is preferable for cap 203 and housing 202 to be connected in a tamper-proof manner to prevent easy or unintentional opening of housing 202 .
  • Insulated portion 208 suitably comprises various forms of insulated materials, such as polyurethane, polystyrene, and other similar materials.
  • insulated portion 208 comprises a vacuum-insulated-panel (VIP) configuration.
  • Insulated portion 208 may also be comprised of a single component, i.e., one insulating material or one vacuum insulating panel, or of a plurality of components, configured in the desired shape to suitably contain interior sleeve 214 .
  • insulated portion 208 suitably includes an insulated end cap 212 .
  • insulated portion 208 suitably includes an opening 210 configured for the interior sleeve 214 .
  • insulated portion 208 may also be configured to contain a refrigerant, such as ice, dry ice or other refrigerants, or to contain a heat source or other temperature stabilizing material, with or without packaging around the refrigerants or heat source, to provide additional insulated cooling or heating to the temperature sensitive products.
  • a refrigerant such as ice, dry ice or other refrigerants
  • a heat source or other temperature stabilizing material with or without packaging around the refrigerants or heat source, to provide additional insulated cooling or heating to the temperature sensitive products.
  • the exemplary container may also include an interior protective sleeve 214 having an opening 216 for encasing the temperature sensitive products.
  • Interior sleeve 214 comprises a tube, container or liner and the like suitably configured to contain dry, solid or liquid materials, e.g., pills or liquids.
  • the interior sleeve 214 may be made from plastic, cardboard, or any other suitable material.
  • the refrigerant or heat source may be placed within interior sleeve 214 and sealed within interior sleeve 214 by an associated end cap (not shown).
  • interior sleeve 214 is suitably provided with an exterior surface which serves as a liner to protects the inner area of insulated portion 208 from being punctured or damaged.
  • interior sleeve 214 may be suitably placed within insulated portion 208 .
  • both sleeve 214 and insulated portion 208 may be suitably placed within exterior housing 202 and enclosed with end cap 203 .
  • exterior housing 202 , insulated portion 208 and interior sleeve 214 could be configured together, such as by bonding, adhesion or other like manners.
  • insulated portion 208 may comprise various materials, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, insulated portion 208 preferably comprises a vacuum insulation panel configuration.
  • insulated portion 208 comprises a barrier material and a core material configured to provide an R-value of 20 or more, for example, 25 to 30 per inch.
  • the barrier material preferably comprises a thin, flexible, film-like material, such as, for example, a metal foil or metalized film laminate, e.g., a metalized polymer or polymeric structure, or a non-metallic structure.
  • the barrier material is preferably configured to suitably encapsulate the core material and facilitate the maintaining of a vacuum within.
  • the walls of the insulated portion are between 1 ⁇ 2 to 1 1 ⁇ 2 inches thick, preferably about 1 inch thick.
  • the core material comprises an open-cell core material, such as, for example, an open-cell polystyrene or polyurethane foam and the like, or silica or aerogel, suitably configured to facilitate the drawing of a vacuum area between the barrier material and the core material.
  • the core material is preferably configured to provide greater than 95% open-cell, and most preferably approximating 99% or greater open-cell material.
  • the core material comprises a substantially rigid material, but may also include more flexible compositions.
  • the insulated panel can also comprise any other means now known or hereinafter devised for providing a thermal protection factor, i.e., an R-Value, of 20 or more.
  • any known method for providing a vacuum insulating panel or material may be utilized in accordance with the present invention, and the exemplary embodiment described above is merely for illustration purposes.
  • the vacuum insulation panels are durable, often lasting two years or more, the barrier film can be susceptible to deterioration, puncture, tear and other wear that can cause insulated portion 208 to lose the vacuum within the barrier film and thus become inefficient for critical temperature applications.
  • a detailed visual inspection may lead an evaluator of the panels to a determination as to the integrity of the vacuum within the panel, generally only the largely visible punctures or tears may be visible.
  • damaged vacuum insulation panels currently have the potential to be reused, and thus the potential exposure to the environment for the temperature-sensitive goods is increased. Accordingly, by providing a determination of whether the vacuum is maintained within the vacuum insulation panel, the integrity and thermal efficiency of the vacuum insulation panel can be evaluated.
  • the core material may be configured with a vacuum detection indicia visually apparent when a vacuum is drawn within the vacuum insulation panel, such as disclosed in U.S. patent application Ser. No. 10/241,867, assigned to Applicant, and filed Sep. 12, 2002.
  • exemplary shipping container 200 may comprise various shapes.
  • shipping container 200 may comprise a cylindrical shape 306 , a semi-circular shape 302 , or a rectangular shape 304 .
  • any shape configured for containing insulated portion 208 and interior sleeve 214 may be utilized.
  • insulated portion 208 and interior sleeve 214 may comprise any suitable shapes.
  • exterior housing 202 , insulated portion 208 and interior sleeve 214 may comprise the same or different shapes, depending on different design criteria.
  • An objective of one embodiment of the present invention is to provide a package that can be easily shipped through the U.S. mail. Accordingly, it is preferred that no dimensions of the outer container exceed twenty inches. And, preferably, a maximum dimension of the container shall be smaller than twelve inches. According to one embodiment, the container shall fit in an enclosure of twelve inches by six inches by six inches.

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