Safe storage of samples and pharmaceuticals: how to prevent the most common risks

In a clinical laboratory, hospital pharmacy, or research center, the proper storage of biological samples, sensitive materials, or temperature-sensitive drugs is not just a technical matter—it is a scientific and clinical responsibility. Even a minor temperature fluctuation, sudden malfunction, or blackout can compromise months of work or, in the worst cases, endanger patient safety.
That’s why the selection of medical refrigerators and freezers today must go beyond capacity and temperature range: what’s needed is an integrated risk management approach.

Professionals working in healthcare and scientific research are well aware of the potential threats:

• Uncontrolled temperature variations
• Sudden mechanical or electronic failures
• Power outages
• Malfunctions not detected in time

Without a proper alert and protection system, these issues can lead to the irreversible loss of biological samples, pharmaceuticals, or research materials.

Evermed has integrated advanced protection features into several product lines, including:

• Refrigerators
• Freezers
• Dual temperature units
• Incubators
• Portable models

Here are some of the features available in selected models:

✅ Audible and visual alarms for immediate alerts on temperature deviations or system faults
✅ Power backup (battery support) to maintain monitoring and alarms during power outages
✅ Remote connectivity (available on selected models) for continuous and centralized condition monitoring

All Evermed devices are designed and manufactured in compliance with:

• ISO 9001 (Quality Management)
• ISO 13485 (Medical Devices)

In addition, Evermed’s blood bank refrigerators and plasma storage freezers comply with Directive 93/42/EEC, ensuring full conformity with European medical standards.
When working with sensitive materials, relying on advanced storage systems is not optional—it’s essential. Evermed solutions enable laboratories, pharmacies and research centres to work with the confidence of an infrastructure designed to prevent, warn and protect.

Get in touch with the Evermed team and find the system that best fits your facility’s needs.