The recent introduction of state-of-the-art medical drones that are now being utilised by the NHS has revolutionised the way that essential blood samples, test results, drugs and treatments are transported in the UK.
The ability to rapidly deliver vital medical supplies can mean the difference between life and death for some patients. This is also particularly important for hospitals and healthcare sites that are set in distant or remote locations, where the use of drones has halved road-based delivery times.
Working in partnership to make this possible is Apian and Skyports Drone Services. You can see the drone in action here on a episode of BBC’s The One Show (from 01:15) in May 2023.
It is essential that medical supplies such as blood samples, plasma, or chemotherapy drugs are not only delivered with urgency, but that they are also protected from damage, precisely temperature-controlled, and secured against unauthorised access.
Versapak's protected medical carrier is packed into the NHS drone:
This is where Versapak’s range of high-quality, tamper evident medical carriers prove their value. Built-in impact protectors and internal padding ensure the protection of samples, and rigid, insulated walls offer further safety.
These also maintain the temperature inside the bag, which is crucial in the transportation of medical specimens, and Versapak’s optional cooling elements, freeze boards and thermal barriers allow for even more precise temperature control. To ensure the content remains tamper free they are sealed with one of Versapak's premium T2 security seals.
Versapak is proud to work with partner companies to provide innovative, technical solutions for the vital and rapidly evolving area of medical supply delivery.
Find out more about this venture by reading our case study.
