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Thanks to our strategically located production sites, we can provide dry ice (solid carbon dioxide) all across Canada. If you are too far from one of our production sites, we'll connect you with a local partner.
Dry Ice Format: 16 mm (Canadian government recommended size)
Supply Options: 11.5 kg non-insulated bags (available in certain regions only), 30 kg EPS box or 227 kg insulated tote box.
Why Choose Dry Ice for Your Temperature Control Needs?
Dry ice, also called carbonic ice or solid carbon dioxide (CO2), is an excellent choice for temperature control due to the following properties:
Extremely Low Temperature: Dry ice sublimates (transitions directly from a solid to a gas) at a temperature of -78.5 °C (-109.3 °F). This incredibly low temperature provides a powerful cooling agent for various applications.
Efficient Cooling: When dry ice sublimates, it absorbs a significant amount of heat from its surroundings, causing them to cool down rapidly. This makes it a highly effective method for maintaining low temperatures.
No Residue: Unlike traditional ice, dry ice does not leave behind any liquid residue when it sublimates. This is beneficial in many situations, such as preserving food or keeping scientific samples cold without introducing moisture.
Portability: Dry ice is available in various forms : whole blocks, slices, pellets and rice grains. This makes it easy to transport and use in different settings.
Long-lasting Cooling: Depending on the amount used and the insulation of the container, dry ice can maintain low temperatures for several hours or even days.
Common applications of dry ice for temperature control include:
Food Preservation: Keeping perishable items like meat, seafood and ice cream frozen during transportation or storage.
Scientific Research: Cooling samples, reagents and equipment for experiments.
Medical Applications: Preserving biological produtcs like vaccines, blood and tissue samples.
Other dry ice applications:
Industrial Processes: Removing contaminants from surfaces using dry ice blasting.
Special Effects: Creating fog or smoke for theatrical performances or film productions.
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