National Vaccine Storage Guidelines

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At CSK Group, we frequently receive inquiries about the proper storage of vaccines. Vaccines are delicate biological products that can lose their potency if stored improperly. According to the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines – ‘Strive for 5’, vaccines can be damaged or destroyed if stored below +2°C or above +8°C, or when exposed to light.…

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Heat waves and refrigeration

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Currently, vast areas of Australia are experiencing extreme heat conditions. During these hot conditions, we rely more than ever on our refrigerators to keep things cool. However, if the temperature of the room (ambient temperature) where the fridge or freezer is stored rises as well, it can fail to keep the inside of the device…

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The effect of flu season on your vaccine refrigerator

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It is very easy coming into the flu season to run short on space in your vaccine refrigerator.  Many pharmacies and medical centres stock up on flu vaccines, but this can cause your vaccine refrigerator to have insufficient airflow. The airflow can be almost completely cut off when boxes and bags are pushed up against…

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Maintenance and Service

equipment maintenance and service

Just like cars, refrigeration items work best if they are serviced regularly. Organising a service on your existing laboratory, research and medical equipment has never been easier.  With a centralised phone number (1300 358 045), you can reach one of our friendly staff 24 hours a day.  It doesn’t matter if you are located in…

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Equipment Monitoring Made Easy

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The main reason for losing a research sample, drug or vaccine, blood or any item kept at a controlled temperature is not knowing that they have moved outside of their given temperature and humidity range.  The good news is in recent times CSK Group has tested and developed monitoring equipment to notify you as soon…

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Stock Loss Prevention

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When operating a busy pharmacy, the last thing you want to hear when you open the doors in the morning is your pharmacy refrigerator in alarm.  Many of our early morning enquiries are from pharmacies seeking urgent assistance with their vaccine refrigerator in alarm.  Unfortunately, in most cases, the refrigerator failed at some point during…

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