What is BS EN 17066‑1- Insulated means of transport for temperature-sensitive goods about?

BS EN 17066‑1 is the international standard that covers insulated means of transport and temperature-sensitive goods.

BS EN 17066‑1 applies to all thermally insulated means of transport, including trucks, trailers, tanks, vans, wagons, containers for land transport, small containers, packaging.

Its guidance covers every type of insulation. If certain temperatures are due to be maintained independently of external conditions, the above means of transport could be additionally provided with cooling and/or heating devices.

BS EN 17066‑1 specifies the terminology, the requirements for thermal insulation, airtightness, test provisions, dimensioning of containers with and without cooling and/or heating device.

Who is BS EN 17066‑1- Insulated means of transport for temperature-sensitive goods for?

BS EN 17066‑1 on insulated means of transport for temperature-sensitive goods are useful for:

Transportation service providers
The professionals who work in the packaging of temperature-sensitive goods.
Warehouse manager and operation consultants
Shipping and logistics companies

Why should you use BS EN 17066‑1- Insulated means of transport for temperature-sensitive goods?

BS EN 17066‑1 supports the operations of temperature-controlled logistics organizations that specialize in the storage, preservation, and transportation of cargo sensitive to atmospheric conditions, to maintain a certain temperature throughout their transportation. 

This is imperative for many pharmaceutical and food products, as when spoiled, these can have serious consequences on consumer's health and wellbeing.

BS EN 17066‑1 specifies the test provisions for new and in-service equipment. BS EN 17066‑1 also covers some basic considerations to think about before choosing a temperature-controlled solution.

The acceptable temperature and humidity range
The margin of error for the temperature
Acceptable levels of risk
Potential areas of risk and touchpoints
Specific no-go actions that may compromise the integrity of the product

BS EN 17066-1:2019

Insulated means of transport for temperature sensitive goods. Requirements and testing - Container

Current, Under Review

Published:

31 Jul 2019