Cold storage is essential in scientific workflows, safeguarding samples, biologics, and other temperature-sensitive materials. Selecting the right refrigerator, freezer, or ultra-low temperature freezer requires careful consideration. The ideal cold storage solution must balance performance, compliance, long-term costs, and sustainability.
With evolving regulatory standards, such as the CDC and NSF 456 guidelines for vaccine storage, labs must ensure their cold storage solutions meet strict temperature requirements and have monitoring capabilities. At the same time, rising energy costs and growing sustainability concerns make it critical to evaluate a system’s energy efficiency, the type of refrigerants it uses, and whether it incorporates advanced technologies like inverter compressors—factors that can substantially reduce operating costs and environmental impact.
This guide explores the key factors influencing cold storage reliability, efficiency, and compliance. Learn how to assess manufacturer claims, optimize costs, and make informed purchasing decisions that protect both your samples and your bottom line.
Download this guide to explore:
How to evaluate and interpret key performance metrics, including temperature uniformity, recovery time, and total cost of ownership
Regulatory considerations, including CDC and NSF 456 guidelines for compliant vaccine and sample storage
Best practices for sustainability, from energy efficiency to natural refrigerants
Technological considerations for improved safety and sample security
Decision-making tools and strategies to help labs select the most effective cold storage solution
