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ARCTIKO Expands Global Reach with Launch of Flexaline+ Series

ARCTIKO is proud to announce the international launch of its Flexaline+ series, an advanced new range of biomedical refrigeration and freezing solutions now available to customers. Flexaline+ offers exceptional performance, security and efficiency. It is the ideal choice for laboratories, hospitals, research centres and pharmaceutical facilities that require precise and reliable temperature-controlled storage. Flexaline+ features […]

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Power Outage Cold Chain Protection: Essential Guide

Sudden power outages threaten vaccine efficacy, as the critical storage temperature range must be maintained for potency. Even brief temperature deviations can compromise effectiveness, risking public health and causing financial losses. This guide offers practical steps for safeguarding vaccine storage during power cuts in clinical, pharmacy, and laboratory settings, ensuring compliance with UKHSA and MHRA […]

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ARCTIKO Expands Its Integraline Range: Setting a New Standard in Ultra-Low Temperature Storage

ARCTIKO is proud to announce the expansion of our highly anticipated Integraline Ultra-Low Temperature (ULT) Freezer range, delivering innovative solutions for critical applications in research, healthcare and laboratory environments. Building on the success of our compact models, the latest additions to the range introduce new upright freezers – combining precision, reliability and flexibility to meet […]

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What are Ultra-Low Temperature Freezers (ULT freezers) used for?

Understanding ULT Freezers Ultra-low freezers are specialised storage units designed to maintain temperatures between -40°C and -86°C, significantly colder than standard medical freezers. They are crucial in scientific and medical fields for preserving sensitive biological materials, certain pharmaceuticals and vaccines. During the COVID-19 pandemic, ULT freezers became especially useful in aiding vaccination campaigns worldwide. What […]

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Understanding Temperature Uniformity in Medical Refrigeration

Accurate temperature control is essential for maintaining the safety, potency, and efficacy of vaccines and biological samples. One of the most critical factors in medical cold storage is temperature uniformity and the refrigeration unit’s capacity to maintain a consistent temperature throughout all sections. Failure to maintain correct temperatures can lead to wasted stock, unusable pharmaceuticals, […]

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Which type of Medical Refrigerator is Right for your needs? Pros and Cons Explored

A regular domestic refrigerator is inadequate for keeping vaccinations, medicines, and other medical supplies safe. Medical-grade refrigerators are built to maintain exact temperature control, avoid contamination, and keep the contents secure. This article will go through the numerous medical refrigerators available, such as pharmaceutical, blood bank, and biomedical fridges. We will go through their distinct […]

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Medical Fridges with Advanced Data Logger Technology

Medical refrigerators are purpose-built to ensure that medications and vaccines are stored at specific temperatures to preserve their potency. Fluctuations outside these temperature ranges can compromise the quality of sensitive products, potentially making them ineffective or even dangerous to use.  This is where temperature probes prove invaluable. Built-in probes within medical fridges continuously track the […]

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The Importance of Blood Bank Fridges

Blood bank fridges play a crucial role in preserving the integrity of blood and its components, ensuring they remain safe and suitable for life-saving transfusions. Through precise temperature regulation, these refrigerators are at the centre of medical facilities and blood banks, supporting healthcare systems worldwide. Why are blood bank fridges used? In blood banks, refrigerators […]

ARCTIKO at The Pharmacy Show

ARCTIKO is Attending The Pharmacy Show 2024

We are excited to announce our participation in the upcoming Pharmacy Show, taking place on 13th-14th October at NEC Birmingham. At stand F72, we’ll be showcasing our latest advancements in temperature-controlled storage solutions, designed to meet the evolving needs of the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors. During the Pharmacy Show, we’ll highlight how ARCTIKO is a […]

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Managing Your Medical Refrigerator: Best Practices and Tips

Both public and private healthcare systems prioritise providing the best possible patient care. Effective medicine storage is crucial to healthcare treatment, often requiring specialised equipment like medical refrigerators. Why Are Medical Refrigerators Essential? Proper storage conditions are vital for maintaining the effectiveness of certain medications. Hospitals typically use medical refrigerators in clinical units to ensure […]