Cool bags / Insulation bags

Cooling bags / insulation bags

Refrigerated bags / insulated bags are the ideal solution to safely ship fresh and chilled products. These flexible thermal bags keep your goods at the right temperature during transport, ensuring quality and food safety. Unlike traditional EPS (Styrofoam) boxes, insulation bags take up less space and generate less waste. Moreover, they offer similar or even better insulation performance at a lower cost - a smart choice for refrigerated shipping.

4-layer cooling bags

Comparison of 6-layer and 4-layer insulating bags

The graph shows the temperature progression of Cooled Solutions' 6-layer and 4-layer insulation bags, both applied with a 400-gram gel pack, at a constant ambient temperature of 25°C over a 48-hour period.

Test results thermal bags

 - 6-layer insulation bag - maximum insulation performance

The 6-layer variant stands out for its excellent thermal insulation value.

  • Keeps the temperature to well over 26 hours below 0°C

  • Remains until 48 hours below 8°C

  • This version is mainly used in the summer. Then there are higher outdoor temperatures that need extra protection.

 - 4-layer insulation bag - efficient standard solution

The 4-layer version offers solid performance at a more compact size.

  • Holds contents to approximately 15 hours below 0°C

  • Remains average to 36 hours below 8°C

  • This cooling bag is frequently used during the spring, autumn and winter months, when environmental conditions are less extreme.

Note: For best results with this pack, it is important to note that:

- The more frozen products are in the bag,

- The better the result. Make sure there is less air or empty space. This improves cooling performance. So make sure you fill as efficiently as possible.

Insulation value: 4-layer and 6-layer versus EPS

The insulation value of our insulation bag for fresh produce is high thanks to an innovative multi-layer construction. We offer 4-layer and 6-layer variants, composed of bubble film and reflective metal foils, among others. Together, these layers create an effective barrier against temperature changes. Heat from outside is reflected and the cold inside is retained for longer.

A 4-layer aluminium cooling bag is usually sufficient for refrigerated shipments for up to about 24-48 hours, depending on the quantity of cooling elements. For shipments that are in transit for even longer or require extra protection, there is the 6-layer insulation bag. Thanks to additional insulation layers, this variant can keep products chilled for up to 72 hours. Thus, longer transit times or hot summer days need not be a problem for your fresh goods.

Compared to EPS boxes, this bag with aluminium insulation for refrigerated products offers at least equivalent insulation - in many cases even better insulation than EPS, and that at a lower volume and weight. EPS (polystyrene foam) has good insulating properties by itself, but our insulation bags combine convection and radiation insulation in one package. The result is excellent insulation value without the bulk of a Styrofoam box. In addition, it is often more cost-effective: both the purchase price and shipping costs (due to less volume) are lower compared to traditional Styrofoam boxes.

Key specifications at a glance

  • Suitable for one-off use (no returnable packaging required)

  • To be combined with icepacks for longer cooling retention time

  • After use easy to dispose of in the black bin (residual waste)

  • Better insulation than EPS boxes at lower costs

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Applications of cooling bags

bubble wrap insulation bags are widely used in industries that ship chilled or frozen products. Think of providers of online meal boxes, butchers supplying fresh meat, fish companies, dairy producers and other fresh food suppliers. A well-insulated bag for refrigerated shipping ensures that perishable products reach their destination in perfect condition.

  • Online meals: Meal-prep companies and meal box services ship fresh ingredients and ready-to-eat meals in our refrigerated food bag to ensure the contents stay cold for several hours or even a whole day. This keeps food fresh even if the customer is not immediately at home to accept the package.

  • Meat and fish: Insulating bags are also a godsend for fresh meat, fish and other temperature-sensitive foods. They keep the cold chain intact from butcher or fish supplier to the customer's kitchen, without leaks or odour transfer.

  • Dairy and AGF: Dairy products, fruit and vegetables (AGF) and even chocolate or pastries can be shipped safely with these bags. With reliable insulation, shippers can be sure that their products will not spoil or melt in transit.

In short, for almost any refrigerated shipping cooling bags offer a suitable solution. They are available in various sizes so that both a small shipment and a full meal box can be packed efficiently. In all cases: combined with cooling elements (ice packs), these bags keep the contents cool for a long time.

Durability and materials

Besides performance, sustainability is an important aspect of our refrigerated packaging. Our insulation bags are made of high-quality materials, with an eye for the environment. For instance, we have developed a special line consisting of 95% recycled material. By using recycled raw materials, we reduce the carbon footprint of every shipment. Customers experience this recycled bag for refrigerated transport as an environmentally friendly cooling solution, contributing to a positive image for your company.

After use, the recipient need not be left with a huge styrofoam box. The empty cooling bag can easily be added to the residual waste (the black bin).

As the materials are largely recycled and non-toxic, this does not pose an environmental problem - on the contrary, burning these residual materials even generates energy. Moreover, a folded insulation bag takes up much less space in the waste bin than a bulky EPS box. This convenience in disposal is highly appreciated by consumers. Of course, reuse is also possible: some recipients occasionally reuse the bag as a cooler bag, but they are primarily designed as one-time use shipping packaging.

Ease of use for sender and receiver

Our cooling bags and insulation bags are not only effective but also easy to use for all parties involved. For you as a shipper, they offer several practical advantages. For example, the bags are delivered flat and compact, so you need little storage space in your warehouse. Packing is quick: you place the product together with any cooling elements in the bag and seal it (many of our insulation bags have a handy adhesive strip or can be easily sealed). There is no hassle with loose lids or tape as with EPS boxes, saving valuable processing time when preparing packages for shipment.

On the receiving end, consumers also experience benefits. The package is lighter and more manageable, without hard Styrofoam walls that can break or leave pieces behind. The customer can easily take out the contents and the empty throw away cooler bag without clutter. No worries about returning packaging or hoarding big boxes - the user-friendly packaging makes the whole process run smoothly. This increases your customers' satisfaction: they receive their fresh products in good condition and do not have to deal with a mountain of annoying waste afterwards.

Cooling bags Features

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Water-resistant
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Temperature protection
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Protection during transport
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Recycled
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Perfect size
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Highly reflective
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Multiple layers
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Protection against moisture

Insulated bag + Standard box combination

Placing our insulation bags in a standard cardboard box instantly creates a 'cooler' that keeps your products well chilled.

Contact us for the best combinations in dimensions.

Bespoke packaging: For optimal presentation and protection of your products, we cooperate with Packaging Discounter. Here you can customised boxes, including printing, ensuring that your shipments are professionally and recognisably packed.

Frequently asked questions about Cool Bags

Orders placed before 14:00 on working days are usually shipped the same day. Delivery usually takes place within 1-2 working days.

Yes, we like to think about customised packaging. Contact us to discuss the possibilities.

Sure. For larger orders or customisation, please contact us for a competitive customised quote.

Yes, anyone can order from us. However, our packaging is mainly aimed at business use.

Cooled Solutions is a manufacturer and supplier of insulated packaging for the refrigerated shipment of temperature-sensitive products, such as food, pharmaceutical goods and laboratory samples.

Yes, it is possible to order by invoice. This is done via our inside sales department. You will then receive an invoice with a payment term of 30 days after delivery (carriage paid). Please contact our office staff via e-mail or telephone.

Specialists in refrigerated shipping

At Cooled Solutions, you will receive expert and personalised advice. Our packaging specialists will be happy to help you choose the right cooled packaging, such as EPS boxes, cooling bags, ecological packaging, ice packs and thermowraps. We are at your service from Monday to Friday. Contact us and experience our quality and service for yourself.

Rene Cramer

Inside sales

Cor van Os

Account manager

Krista Akkerman

Inside sales

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