Why Mobile Cold Chain Equipment Matters
Blood, plasma, and vaccines can no longer be kept alive once the cold chain is interrupted, and this becomes more possible from the very instant the refrigerator moves away from the stationary position. Roemer Industries earned their name due to the challenge of having refrigerators move away from the stationary position since they created refrigerators which are portable and use batteries, making sure that whatever happens, whether the refrigerator is plugged or not, the temperature is maintained.
What sets this collection apart is its singular focus. Every unit here is purpose-built for mobile blood, plasma, or pharmaceutical and vaccine transport, with battery power as a core design feature rather than an afterthought. For blood banks, mobile clinics, and field vaccination programs, that focus translates into equipment that's been engineered around the actual conditions of transport, not a stationary refrigerator retrofitted with a battery pack.
Who Needs Mobile Blood & Vaccine Refrigeration?
Roemer Industries' mobile refrigeration units are built for organizations that need to move temperature-sensitive blood products or pharmaceuticals outside a fixed clinical setting. This collection is a fit for:
- Blood banks and blood donation organizations running mobile collection drives
- Hospitals and health systems transporting blood or plasma between facilities
- Emergency medical services (EMS) and ambulance services
- Mobile health clinics and field vaccination programs
- Pharmacies and public health agencies conducting off-site vaccination or pharmaceutical distribution
- Disaster response and field medical teams requiring portable cold chain equipment
Inside the Roemer Industries Lineup
MediDepot's Roemer Industries collection includes four mobile refrigeration models, split between blood/plasma storage and vaccine/pharmaceutical storage.
HemoRoam15 Mobile Blood and Plasma Refrigerator
A 15 L capacity unit built specifically for transporting blood and plasma, with an optional battery for use away from fixed power sources.
HemoRoamXL Mobile Blood and Plasma Refrigerators
Available in 8 L, 15 L, or 25 L capacities with battery power included, giving blood banks and transport teams a choice of size depending on collection volume and vehicle space.
PharmaRoam3 Mobile Battery-Powered Vaccine and Pharmaceutical Refrigerator
A compact 3 L capacity unit designed for vaccine and pharmaceutical transport, with an optional battery for field use.
PharmaRoam15 Mobile Battery-Powered Vaccine and Pharmaceutical Refrigerator
A larger 15 L capacity version of the PharmaRoam line, also with an optional battery, for programs needing more storage volume per trip.
All four models in this collection share the same core configuration: a solid single door with right-hand hinge, sub-1 cu.ft. capacity class, and a documented temperature range of 1°C to 6°C (34°F to 43°F), matching standard blood and vaccine storage requirements.
Sizing the Right Unit for Your Program
Selecting the right Roemer unit depends primarily on what's being transported and how much of it.
- Product type. Choose a HemoRoam model for blood and plasma transport, or a PharmaRoam model for vaccines and pharmaceuticals.
- Capacity. The PharmaRoam3 (3 L) suits smaller vaccine loads, while the PharmaRoam15 (15 L) fits larger field vaccination runs. For blood and plasma, the HemoRoam15 offers a fixed 15 L capacity, while the HemoRoamXL is available in 8 L, 15 L, or 25 L options depending on collection volume.
- Battery configuration. Confirm whether your use case requires the optional battery (HemoRoam15, PharmaRoam3, PharmaRoam15) or the standard battery-powered configuration (HemoRoamXL), based on how often the unit will operate away from a fixed power source.
- Vehicle and space constraints. All units fall in the sub-1 cu.ft. capacity class, but confirm exact external dimensions against your vehicle or transport case before ordering.
- Temperature requirements. All four models are rated for the standard 1°C to 6°C (34°F to 43°F) range used for blood and vaccine storage, so confirm this range aligns with your specific product's storage requirements.
Cold Chain Specs at a Glance
Roemer Industries mobile refrigeration units in this collection share a consistent technical profile suited to blood, plasma, and vaccine transport. Documented specifications available on the collection page include:
| Spec | Detail |
| Temperature range | 1°C to 6°C (34°F to 43°F) |
| Door type | Solid, single door |
| Door hinge | Right |
| Capacity class | Under 1 cu.ft. |
| Capacity options | 3 L, 8 L, 15 L, 25 L depending on model |
| Power | Battery-powered or optional battery, depending on model |
Buyers should confirm current battery runtime, charging requirements, and any applicable blood bank or vaccine storage certifications directly on each product page before ordering, since power configurations and included accessories vary by model. MediDepot does not represent that any unit satisfies a specific program's regulatory or accreditation requirements; organizations should verify equipment against their own cold chain compliance standards before purchase.
Quick Reference: Which Roemer Unit Fits Your Need
| Need | Recommended Product Type |
| Small-volume vaccine transport | PharmaRoam3 (3 L) |
| Larger vaccine or pharmaceutical field runs | PharmaRoam15 (15 L) |
| Standard blood or plasma transport | HemoRoam15 (15 L) |
| Flexible blood or plasma capacity by volume | HemoRoamXL (8 L, 15 L, or 25 L) |
| Battery power included standard | HemoRoamXL |
| Optional battery for occasional field use | HemoRoam15, PharmaRoam3, PharmaRoam15 |
Planning Your Mobile Refrigeration Investment
Mobile cold chain equipment is mission-critical, so purchasing decisions should account for how the unit will be used over its full service life, not just the initial trip.
- Match capacity to actual collection or distribution volume rather than defaulting to the largest available unit, since a properly sized unit is easier to transport and manage in the field.
- Plan for program scalability. Organizations running growing mobile blood drives or vaccination campaigns should factor future volume into current capacity decisions, particularly when choosing between the fixed-capacity HemoRoam15 and the multi-capacity HemoRoamXL line.
- Budget for battery maintenance and replacement as part of total cost of ownership, since battery performance is central to how these units function away from fixed power.
- Standardize equipment across mobile teams where possible, so field staff, drivers, and technicians work with consistent controls and charging procedures across every vehicle or unit.
- Coordinate orders across multiple mobile units if your organization operates more than one collection vehicle or field team, to keep cold chain equipment and protocols consistent.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the difference between the HemoRoam15 and the HemoRoamXL?
A: The HemoRoam15 is a fixed 15 L capacity mobile blood and plasma refrigerator with an optional battery. The HemoRoamXL is available in 8 L, 15 L, or 25 L capacities with battery power included, giving buyers more flexibility to match unit size to collection volume.
Q: What is the difference between the HemoRoam and PharmaRoam lines?
A: The HemoRoam series is specially manufactured for transporting blood and plasma, whereas the PharmaRoam series is manufactured for vaccine and pharmaceutical transportation. The two ranges have the same temperature range of 1°C to 6°C (34°F to 43°F) but are designed with the handling of their respective products in mind.
Q: Do these refrigerators require a constant power connection?
A: No, all four models are designed for mobile use, either with battery power included (HemoRoamXL) or available as an optional battery configuration (HemoRoam15, PharmaRoam3, PharmaRoam15), allowing operation away from a fixed electrical outlet.
Q: How much capacity do I need for a mobile vaccination clinic?
A: This depends on the size of your project. The PharmaRoam3 (3L) is best suited for smaller vaccine volumes for limited outreach campaigns, whereas the PharmaRoam15 (15 L) is built for larger vaccination campaigns.
Q: Are these units suitable for emergency or disaster response use?
A: The mobility and battery power of the HemoRoam and PharmaRoam series of units make them ideal for field use where blood products and vaccines need to be maintained at certain temperatures away from fixed installations. Check battery life and your particular needs before using either series in emergency situations.
Q: What temperature range do these refrigerators maintain?
A: The temperature rating of the entire series of models is between 34°F and 43°F (1°C and 6°C), which is the standard temperature range for storing blood, plasma, and vaccines. Make sure your product works in this temperature range.
Ready to Equip Your Mobile Program?
Matching the right capacity and power configuration to your mobile collection or vaccination program is worth a quick comparison before you order, especially if you're outfitting more than one vehicle or field team. MediDepot offers Medical Equipment Financing to help spread the cost of larger mobile refrigeration orders, along with a Price Match Guarantee so you can order with confidence. Extended Warranty coverage is available for organizations that want protection beyond standard manufacturer terms, and a Military Discount is available for qualifying buyers. Browse the full Roemer Industries collection above, or contact the MediDepot team for help matching a unit to your program's transport and capacity needs.