OverviewORCA Connect combines high-performance passive temperature-controlled packaging with an open platform concept for integrating a variety of data loggers and tracking solutions to enable visibility of temperature-sensitive shipments throughout the cold chain. The solution pairs vacuum insulated panels (VIP) with advanced phase change materials (PCM) to deliver exceptional thermal protection for pharmaceutical and biologic payloads.
Product highlights- High-performance passive temperature-controlled packaging
- Minimum performance: 96 hours (tested to ISTA 7D)
- Available across multiple temperature ranges including Dry Ice, 2 to 8°C and 15 to 25°C
- Available in four sizes covering internal volumes from approximately 4.5 L to 50.2 L
- Dedicated, secure space inside the packaging (outside the payload) for tracking hardware
- Dedicated, secure space inside the packaging for supplies or documents
- Available for purchase and for rental
Connectivity & trackingORCA Connect is designed as an open integration platform, enabling the use of a range of data logging and tracking hardware. It supports both onboard and external sensors to provide visibility into the shipment during transit.
Trackable data fields (with selected solutions)- External temperature
- Internal temperature
- Exact location (GPS)
- Orientation (optional)
- Shock (optional)
- Light (optional)
Consumables & accessoriesORCA consumables are available to enhance, replace, or augment ORCA packaging. Typical consumables and accessories include carry bags, payload cartons, loggers, logger holders, PCM inserts and protective outers.
TechnologyORCA Connect products combine vacuum insulated panels (VIP) with phase change materials (PCM) to manage and stabilise internal temperatures for extended durations, delivering repeatable performance across demanding shipping profiles.
Technical specifications- Denomination: ORCA Connect
- Temperature ranges: Dry Ice; 2 to 8°C; 15 to 25°C
- Performance: minimum 96 hours (ISTA 7D); marketing references also indicate 120+ hours for some configurations
- Internal volumes: approximately 4.5 L to 50.2 L (range of sizes)
- Construction: Vacuum insulated panels (VIP) + advanced phase change materials (PCM)
- Sizes: Available in four sizes across three temperature ranges
- Integration: Open platform concept supporting a variety of data loggers and tracking solutions
- Features: Dedicated secure space for tracking hardware; dedicated space for supplies/documents
- Availability: Offered for purchase and rental
- Compliance / testing: Performance reference to ISTA 7D testing