Handling temperature-sensitive goods
Airmax Cargo Budapest Zrt. is a key logistics partner to several Hungarian food producers and distributors. Over the past two decades, the company has developed extensive experience and expertise in the transport of perishable goods, including fresh and frozen foodstuffs, supported by specialist staff with in-depth knowledge of temperature-controlled logistics and cargo handling. Through continuous training, the CoolMax team provides transport solutions that fully comply with applicable legislation, HACCP requirements, and its customers’ specific requirements.

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TEMAX film
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Recommended temperature range: +15 to +25 °C
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Thermal performance: provides additional protection against temperature fluctuations but is not designed for long-term passive temperature control
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Size: customisable
Benefits:
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Cost-effective protection against direct sunlight and heat exposure, validated by accredited testing
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3.5 cm thickness with negligible impact on overall shipment weight
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14-layer heat-retaining structure combining reflective aluminium foil and bubble insulation to support internal air circulation
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Multi-layer configurations suitable for both hot and cold temperature profiles
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Compatible with multiple pallet sizes
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The Cold Chain Risk Management (CCRM) system enables route simulation based on weather conditions, identifying critical points and optimal packaging configurations

Boxes with increased insulation
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Temperature range: +2 to +8 °C / +15 to +25 °C
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Temperature retention time: 72–120 hours
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Volume range: 7 to 2,994 litres (28 × 13.4 × 20.8 cm to 208.3 × 125 × 115 cm)
Benefits:
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Performance validated by accredited testing
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Up to 5 days of temperature-controlled transport at +2 to +8 °C and/or +15 to +25 °C (using integrated ice gel supply), without additional active refrigeration
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When combined with dry ice, up to 7 days for frozen goods (-20 °C) without separate freezing equipment
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Cost-effective alternative to active temperature-controlled solutions (e.g. refrigerated containers)
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Robust yet lightweight design

Insulated boxes, drums
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Temperature range: +2 to +8 °C
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Temperature retention time: provides passive thermal protection; extended duration depends on configuration and cooling agents used
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Volume: Customisable according to shipment requirements
Benefits:
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Cost-effective protection against direct sunlight and heat, validated by accredited testing
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Custom sizes available within one day
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Insulation thickness of 5 to 10 cm, depending on requirements
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Performance can be enhanced using gel packs or dry ice for temperature-controlled or frozen shipments

Refrigerated container
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Temperature range: -20 to +20 °C
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Temperature control duration: maintained continuously with active cooling and heating, with replenishment (e.g. dry ice or power supply)
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Capacity: 1 or 2–5 pallets, depending on the container type
Benefits:
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Performance validated by accredited testing
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Available in two sizes, suitable for 1 or 2–5 pallets
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Dry ice and electrically powered design, including heating functionality
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Active temperature-control solution with dry ice refilling or replenishment
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Capability to maintain the required temperature on an ongoing basis

Refrigerated trucks
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Temperature range: -20 to +30 °C
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Temperature control duration: maintained throughout transport using active refrigeration systems
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Capacity: approximately 5 m³ (vehicle-dependent)
Benefits:
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Temperature-controlled transport for import and export shipments using specialised refrigerated vehicles, ensuring stable conditions throughout the journey, including critical phases
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Vehicles are equipped with Carrier Xarios and Carrier Neos 100S refrigeration units, ensuring active temperature control, as well as Webasto Air Top diesel heaters to maintain required temperature ranges in cold conditions. Redundant cooling systems and safety features are applied to ensure temperature integrity throughout transport.
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Continuous temperature monitoring available, including data recording and reporting (numerical or graphical) to verify compliance with specified temperature ranges
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TÜV SÜD-certified insulated cargo compartments

Cold storage
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Temperature range: +5 to +25 °C / +2 to +8 °C
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Duration: unlimited
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Capacity: 516 indoor EU pallet positions; 66 m³ temperature-controlled storage capacity
Benefits:
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The HVAC system is validated and qualified in accordance with GAMP 5 and PIC/S PI 006-3 guidelines, with redundant emergency backup systems and continuous temperature monitoring
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Operations comply fully with HACCP requirements, including site and process control standards
Services:
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Long-term storage
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Cross-docking
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Administrative handling
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Order picking (order preparation)
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Picking and repacking



