Swisslog Healthcare’s Tenutō Delivers Safer Cold Chain Storage for Advanced Therapies

More than 20 Tenutō models now give pharmacy teams precise temperature control for GLP-1s, vaccines, and gene therapies ahead of ASHP 2026

• 43% of medications introduced to the U.S. market between 2018 and 2023 require cold chain storage, per ASHP
• New freezer models reach temperatures as low as -25 °C or -40 °C; ultra-low temperature (ULT) models reach -86 °C
• Distribution partnerships with PharmaSystems in Canada and Health Care Logistics in the United States expand North American access

BROOMFIELD, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Swisslog Healthcare, a global industry leader of pharmacy and transport automation solutions, gives pharmacy teams new options to protect high-value specialty medications with the latest additions to its Tenutō™ Medical Refrigerators and Freezers product line. Ahead of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) 2026 Midyear Conference, the company introduces two dedicated medical freezer lines: Tenutō Freeze, available in -25 °C and -40 °C versions, and Tenutō Ultra, ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers that cool to -86 °C. The full portfolio now includes more than 20 models.

Pharmaceutical development trends are reshaping cold storage requirements across the industry. According to ASHP, 43% of all medications introduced to the U.S. market between 2018 and 2023 require cold chain storage. Biological therapies, including GLP-1 agents, vaccines, and gene therapies, carry distinct and precise temperature requirements that vary significantly across product types, from standard refrigeration to ultra-low freezing. All Tenutō models carry UL certification, and select models also meet Energy Star and NSF standards, delivering verified performance across the full range of cold storage applications.

Built Around Real-World Pharmacy Needs

"The demand for reliable cold chain storage has never been greater, and pharmacy teams need a portfolio that meets them across every environment where medications are stored and dispensed," said Jessica Williams Ledesma, Product Manager, Global Pharmacy Automation, Swisslog Healthcare. "Every model we add is shaped by conversations with pharmacy directors and managers who need solutions that work in the real world, not just on a spec sheet."

The Tenutō Freeze medical freezers give pharmacies a dependable way to store products that require consistent sub-zero temperatures, while the new Tenutō Ultra ULT freezers at -86°C support the most sensitive therapies on the market today, including select gene therapies. Each new model is designed to fit the environment it serves, from compact undercounter freezers for clinics to large dual compressor units for high-volume hospital pharmacies.

Monitoring, Safety, and Connectivity

The Tenutō models include USB data logging to capture temperature data, variances, and alarms, providing traceable documentation for compliance and auditing. Optional network ports and access points enable integration with hospital building management systems. Visible and audible alarms notify pharmacy staff of temperature variances, open doors, and power outages. A backup battery maintains visual displays and alarm functions during power loss events, adding a critical layer of medication protection.

Expanding Reach Through Distribution

"Pharmacy directors and health system leaders attending ASHP 2026 will see firsthand how the newest Tenutō freezers protect the most advanced therapies in modern medicine, from GLP-1s to gene therapies," said Maria Garces, Vice President of Pharmacy Automation Products, Swisslog Healthcare. "This expansion reflects where modern pharmacy practice is heading, and we are committed to making sure every health system has the tools they need to keep up."

Swisslog Healthcare established new distribution partnerships to extend Tenutō's reach across North America. PharmaSystems serves as the distribution partner in Canada, while Health Care Logistics serves as the United States partner. These relationships strengthen access to the newest freezer models and complement Swisslog Healthcare's broader suite of pharmacy automation products, including Allegro and PillPick®. Swisslog Healthcare invites healthcare professionals to visit the booth at ASHP 2026 to explore the newest additions to the Tenutō portfolio line. For more information, visit swisslog-healthcare.com/tenuto.

About Swisslog Healthcare:

Swisslog Healthcare provides pharmacy workflow automations through robotic solutions and operational technology that enable hospitals and health systems to assist providers in treating patients across the continuum of care. Integrating transport and pharmacy automation, value-added services, and intelligent software, Swisslog Healthcare enables healthcare providers to respond to patients' needs quickly and with greater accuracy. The company minimizes many sources of operational waste, so providers achieve higher levels of productivity to impact the well-being of patients in positive ways. For more information, visit www.swisslog-healthcare.com.