Hermetically Seal and Transport Bodies with Flexmort's CadSeal Repatriation Foil
What is CadSeal?
CadSeal is a lightweight hermetic sealing system designed for the safe, dignified, and secure transportation of deceased individuals. It is heat sealed to create an airtight and watertight enclosure that helps contain fluids and odours during transportation or temporary storage.
CadSeal is widely used by funeral directors, hospitals, mortuaries, repatriation specialists, military organisations, and emergency planning teams. It offers a practical alternative to traditional zinc-lined coffins for many international repatriations, helping reduce weight, transport costs, and preparation time while maintaining the dignity of the deceased.
Odour control and mass fatality readiness
CadSeal also prevents odours, making it ideal when refrigeration capacity is exceeded. It is often kept on standby for mass fatality incidents, providing a secure, hygienic solution for every situation.
How CadSeal Works
CadSeal is placed around the deceased before being heat sealed using a dedicated sealing tool. Once sealed, it creates a continuous hermetic barrier that helps prevent the escape of fluids, gases and odours.
The foil remains flexible, allowing it to fit comfortably within most coffins or transfer systems without adding significant weight. Unlike rigid containment methods, CadSeal requires minimal storage space and can be prepared quickly by trained professionals.
The sealed enclosure helps protect those handling the deceased while providing reassurance that transportation can take place safely and respectfully.
How much does CadSeal cost?
- From £30 per body.
- Available in 75m CadSeal Roll, 25m CadSeal Roll and 2.4m Pre-Cut CadSeal.
- A 75m roll is approximately 35 bodies.
- Worldwide Shipping and Quick Dispatch.
- Available in various lengths. Pre-cut or rolled.
CadSeal vs Zinc-Lined Coffins
For many years, zinc-lined coffins have been the traditional method of meeting international transportation requirements. While effective, zinc linings are heavy, expensive and can increase freight costs considerably.
CadSeal offers a lightweight alternative that provides hermetic sealing without significantly increasing the weight of the coffin. This can reduce transportation costs, simplify handling and minimise storage requirements.
Because CadSeal is flexible and compact before use, funeral homes and hospitals can store multiple units in a small space, unlike bulky zinc liners. Preparation is also typically quicker, allowing funeral professionals to complete repatriation arrangements more efficiently.
The suitability of CadSeal instead of a zinc lining depends on the destination country's regulations and airline requirements, so funeral professionals should always confirm local requirements before transportation.
CadSeal vs Traditional Body Bags
Traditional body bags are designed primarily for transportation and handling but do not usually provide hermetic sealing. Standard body bags may not completely contain odours or fluids during extended transportation or international repatriation.
CadSeal creates a fully sealed enclosure that provides an additional level of protection and containment. This makes it particularly suitable for longer transportation periods, international transfers, cases involving decomposition, or situations where enhanced containment is required.
CadSeal can also be used alongside standard body handling procedures as part of a comprehensive approach to safe and respectful deceased care.
CadSeal for International Repatriation
International repatriation often involves lengthy transportation by road, air and occasionally sea. During these journeys, funeral professionals must meet the requirements of airlines, destination countries and local authorities.
CadSeal helps prepare deceased individuals for international transportation by providing hermetic containment that assists with odour and fluid control while reducing the additional weight associated with traditional zinc linings.
Its lightweight design may help reduce freight charges and makes handling easier for funeral directors and transport providers. As international requirements vary, funeral professionals should always confirm the documentation and containment requirements of the destination country before arranging transport.
CadSeal During Mass Fatality Incidents
Major incidents, natural disasters and public emergencies can place exceptional pressure on mortuary services and emergency response teams. In these situations, equipment that is easy to store, transport and deploy becomes especially valuable.
CadSeal requires minimal storage space and can be rapidly prepared when needed. Its hermetic sealing properties help support the safe management of deceased individuals during temporary storage and transportation while maintaining dignity throughout the response.
Its lightweight design also allows emergency services to transport larger quantities of equipment to affected areas quickly, supporting disaster victim management and humanitarian operations.
CadSeal for Infectious Disease Cases
When managing deceased individuals with suspected or confirmed infectious diseases, healthcare professionals follow national and local infection prevention guidance to determine appropriate handling procedures.
CadSeal provides an additional layer of containment by creating an airtight and watertight seal around the deceased, helping reduce the potential release of fluids and odours during transportation. This may support existing infection control measures when used alongside appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and established handling protocols.
CadSeal should always be used in accordance with local regulations, organisational policies and public health guidance. It does not replace standard infection prevention procedures but can form part of a comprehensive approach to the safe and respectful transportation of the deceased.
CadSeal at a Glance
CadSeal is designed for organisations involved in the respectful care and transportation of deceased individuals.
It is commonly used for:
- International repatriation
- Funeral homes
- Hospital mortuaries
- Coroners' services
- Medical examiners
- Disaster victim identification (DVI)
- Military repatriation
- Emergency planning
- Public health incidents
- Long-distance transportation
Key benefits include:
- Lightweight alternative to zinc linings
- Hermetically sealed containment
- Airtight and watertight
- Helps contain odours and fluids
- Compact and easy to store
- Quick to prepare
- Suitable for transportation by road, air and sea (subject to applicable regulations)
- Designed to support dignified care of the deceased
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Common Uses for CadSeal
CadSeal helps funeral directors prepare deceased individuals for long-distance transportation and international repatriation. Its lightweight design can reduce handling difficulties and transport costs while providing secure containment throughout the journey.
Hospital mortuaries may use CadSeal when patients require repatriation overseas, transfer between facilities, or enhanced containment for transportation following local protocols.
Companies specialising in international repatriation benefit from a lightweight containment system that can help simplify logistics while supporting compliance with transportation requirements.
CadSeal can be used when remains require secure transportation between facilities or when preparing for international release following investigations.
Military organisations may use CadSeal during the dignified repatriation of service personnel or in field operations where secure transportation and compact equipment are essential.
Emergency response teams may include CadSeal within disaster preparedness plans due to its compact storage, rapid deployment and secure containment capabilities during major incidents.
Public health organisations may use hermetically sealed containment systems during outbreaks or incidents where enhanced containment measures are considered appropriate under national guidance.
Local authorities and emergency planners often seek equipment that can be stored efficiently and deployed rapidly. CadSeal's compact design makes it suitable for inclusion in emergency preparedness and resilience planning.
Is CadSeal Right for You?
CadSeal may be suitable if your organisation regularly transports deceased individuals over long distances, undertakes international repatriations, or requires enhanced containment during transportation.
It is commonly chosen by:
- Funeral directors managing overseas repatriations.
- Hospital mortuaries arranging international transfers.
- Coroners and medical examiners coordinating transportation between jurisdictions.
- Repatriation specialists seeking a lightweight alternative to zinc-lined coffins.
- Military organisations responsible for the dignified return of personnel.
- Emergency planning teams preparing for mass fatality incidents.
- Public health organisations requiring secure containment during transportation.
Every organisation has different operational and regulatory requirements, so suitability should always be assessed alongside local legislation, airline policies, and destination country requirements.
Technical Data:
7-layer construction with aluminum foil barrier for containment
137 microns thick—puncture-resistant and durable
Heat seal strength >110N—bonds stay sealed under stress
Temperature range: -40°F to +176°F (-40°C to +80°C)
Oxygen transmission <0.006 cc/m²/24hrs
- Water transmission <0.05 g/m²/24hrs
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Benefits of CadSeal
1. Hygiene Sealing
Used during the Covid crisis, CadSeal is a proven body containment product that creates an airtight seal around infected bodies and reduces the risk to staff.
CadSeal repatriation foil can be cremated, therefore an infected deceased can be placed into a coffin and a funeral conducted without any risk to funeral staff or the public during the ceremony.
CadSeal also stops odours escaping which is ideal for decomposed bodies. This assists in emergency situations where there is no refrigeration available.
2. Repatriation
Historically, the deceased were repatriated in zinc-lined coffins which are expensive and due to their weight, incur high freight costs. This solution is also challenging to handle, with Health and Safety concerns. CadSeal repatriation foil only weighs approximately 840g.
Note: Most countries accept CadSeal metal film as an alternative to zinc lined coffins - please check with each local authority.
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3. Ease of Use
The deceased is placed inside the CadSeal foil envelope and the heat sealer is simply used to form a seal around the deceased.
CadSeal repatriation foil is:
- Airtight and watertight
- No Sharp Edges
- Tearproof and flexible
- Easy to X-ray
- Simple to seal
- Quick to open
CadSeal is supplied on various size rolls so storage is simple. For larger size rolls, the CadSeal roll dispenser can be used.
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Why Does CadSeal Matter?
Performance and Safety
- Designed for secure containment in high-risk and high-pressure environments
Maintains integrity during lifting, movement, and extended holding periods
Resistant to tearing, stretching, and seam failure
Containment and Dignity
- Effective barrier against leaks, odours, and fluids
Supports respectful handling during transfer, storage, and identification
Helps maintain a controlled, professional care environment
Environmental and Operational Resilience
- Performs reliably in extreme cold and heat conditions
Suitable for use in refrigeration, temporary storage, and surge settings
Consistent performance during prolonged storage or delayed transfer
Compliance and Confidence
- Engineered to meet demanding operational and regulatory expectations
Supports infection control protocols and risk reduction
Provides peace of mind for staff working in challenging condition
Practical Use
- Flexible material allows for easier handling and positioning
Strong seals reduce the need for secondary containment
Compatible with standard mortuary and emergency response workflows