The safest transport solution for all available single-use bioprocess containers. Protect your single-use bag and reduce product loss towards 0%. RoSS®: Robust Storage & Shipping
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100% protection of single-use bags
RoSS® stands for Robust Storage and Shipping. Our protective shell system is adapted from the oyster and has numerous advantages.
Due to a smart combination of materials, the single-use biocontainer has a 100% protective shell. The shells protect bags of any size and from any manufacturer. As closed tamper-evident system RoSS is stackable to increase storage density.
For particularly small volumes, such as in cell and gene therapy, RoSS.KSET is the perfect option.
Single Use Bag Independent
RoSS® shells are available for all established single-use bag manufacturers and filling volumes. Single-use bag vendor-agnostic RoSS® shells fosters flexibility and 100% compatibility – no system change required.
High Storage Density
RoSS® shells can be stacked one over another leading to huge savings in cold storage rooms and shipping costs and is easy to handle. RoSS® maximizes your storage density and minimizes your worries of requiring storage space.
Facts about the RoSS® shell
The frames of the RoSS® unit are made of heavy duty plastic that withstands even the lowest temperatures and makes up the static frame of RoSS®. Apart from the guide rails for the stainless steel top and bottom, the frame contains ergonomically shaped grip plates for safe and intuitive handling.
The RoSS® top and bottom are made of high quality stainless steel with the following three advantages:
- No product loss due to maximum durability and strength
- Ideal characteristics for an effective freezing and defrosting or thawing process
- Available for every single-use bag
More details:
- Unique functionality and patented system
- Adjustable for all 2D single-use bioprocess container (e.g. PALL, Thermofisher, Entegris, Sartorius, …)
- Robust, closed and tamper-evident construction
- 3D foam offers additional space and protection for the sensitive compound of the raw bag and tubing – complete immobilization <0 °C
- Space for sterile connectors and long hoses
- Space for satellite samples / ID bags
- Steel plates on the top and bottom for consistent and quickest possible freezing and defrosting times
- High density, which means a reduction of required freezer space capacity
- Resisting vaporized hydrogen peroxide for decontamination without any long-term damage, visual changes or changes in the contact angle
- Easy handling during the recycling process – no composite materials
- Bag can be visually checked/inspected after filling and before dispensing
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Videos
RoSS® Explained // Robust Storage and Shipping for any single use bag
What makes RoSS so special? How is the protection and immobilization of the bag secured? See some of many advantages of the protective shell, explained by Johannes Kirchmair, co-innovator of the RoSS shell system.
RoSS® // Robust Storage and Shipping for all single use bags
Liquid bulk drug substance is of utmost value after manufacturing from Biopharma industries. The single-use bag independent platform RoSS helps to avoid product loss through breakages through robust composition and makes it possible to introduce your flexible end-to-end solution in drug substance logistics. Bag independent. Robust. Scalable. Immobilized Bag.
Instruction // Using RoSS® 1056 with Sartorius 12L Celsius bag
Do you already have the RoSS shell and unsure how to insert your Sartorius 12L Celsius single-use bioprocess container into its dedicated protective container? Check out our instruction for use videos per bag manufacturer here.
Instruction // Using RoSS® 1040 with Millipore 20L Mobius bag
Do you already have the RoSS shell and unsure how to insert your Merck/Millipore 20L Mobius single use bag into its dedicated protective container? Check out our instruction for use videos per bag manufacturer here.
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Data sheets
Click here to download technical product data sheets, design videos, as well as a case studies and more.
Datasheet RoSS Shell
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Whitepaper: Robust Storage & Shipping - The secondary packaging for every single-use bag
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Case Study - RoSS Shell Storage Density
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Instruction for Use - RoSS® Shell
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Sustainability Overview - RoSS Shells
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Study: Resistance of RoSS Shells against vaporized hydrogen peroxide (H2O2)
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Datasheet RoSS Shell Accessories
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Case Study - Bioburden Testing of RoSS Shells
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FAQ
Can a sample bag be placed in RoSS®?
Yes, sample bags for various sizes, from small to several 100 ml, can easily be placed in RoSS®. This provides tamper-evident protection for the sample bag (or ID).
Upon request, RoSS® Systems are available for sample bags exclusively.
Can RoSS® be partially filled?
Yes, any partial filling volume is possible with the patented RoSS® technology. The most recent data sheet with all RoSS® versions and details regarding partial filling is available in the download area or via our contact form.
Which freezing technologies is RoSS® compatible with?
RoSS® is basically compatible with all standard freezing technologies, from static (lab) freezers to blast freezers and plate-based freeze-thaw units. For a scalable process and maximum product quality, we recommend the latter. Read more about Freeze-Thaw.
Which clean room categories can RoSS® be used in?
In any. In case of uncertainties, please contact Single Use Support GmbH.
Is the RoSS® Shell System tamper-proof?
There is a variety of options to seal RoSS® tamper-evidently (labels, cable ties, …) in order to make any unwanted opening of RoSS® evident.
Can a RoSS® unit be reused?
Generally, RoSS® is very robust and thus reusable – however, in order to guarantee the highest possible protection, we advise against it.
Do sterile connectors fit in RoSS®?
Yes. You can put a single-use bioprocess container with long tubing and sterile connectors into our RoSS® shells. In this video we will explain how easy this works.
Is RoSS® suitable for N2 applications?
Yes, RoSS® is suitable for temperatures up to -200°C (-328°F).
How does a CCU (Cryo Control Unit) work?
We developed a system called Cryo Control Unit (CCU) which is an insolation material styro foam piece that covers the shoulders of the single-use bioprocess container and the shell. CCU is meant for enabling the use of RoSS® shells in standard lab freezers or in blast freezers.
Should I fill the biocontainer inside the shell or outside the shell?
Yes, both options are possible. Either fill the bag and place it in the RoSS® System or place the empty bag in the system and fill it with a fully automated filling system, compact and with little air. Learn more about RoSS.FILL.
