Keeping food cool or drinks cool can be a daunting task, especially in hot weather conditions. However, this is not a problem if you are in possession of a cooler. Depending on where in the world you are, it is known by different names. It is more commonly known as a cooler in the US, while in Australia it is known as an ice box and in New Zealand they go by the name Chilly Bin.

Around the world, coolers have become a common household item. They have a variety of uses, from family trips, solo travel, to keeping food and drinks cool in the house or indoors. The users of the coolers are as many as their uses. They range from campers to hunters, families to travelers, and event planners can use them to keep items like drinks cool during a big social event. A cooler also keeps foods healthy to eat because they help prevent spoilage. A portable cooler is a valuable item and has a lot of utility.

There are several features of an ice box that make it reliable and easy to use. These components include hard foam for insulation that sits between the interior and exterior hard plastic. The foam works by preventing cold air from escaping and heat from entering. The plastic sides create a vacuum. The lid that is usually on top has a hard rubber seal that prevents cold air from escaping.

Cooler designs available in the market differ but serve the same purpose. Some have straps to facilitate mobility, while others have handlebars. They also come in a variety of sizes, from small coolers that are great for individual use to large ones that can store food and drinks for the whole family. As a buyer, you choose a portable cooler according to your needs and this is possible thanks to its wide range. Some, like the Xtracool ice boxes, are designed with hinges instead of straps to hold the lid up while it’s open. They’re also made from quality plastic and UV-resistant fiberglass, making them ideal for outdoor use.

There are also the new age coolers known as thermoelectric coolers. They can be plugged into a car’s cigarette lighter socket. They have a fan that extracts heat from items placed in the ice box. They can also work in reverse, keeping the items in the cooler warm. Some of the thermoelectric coolers have a thermostat that you can use to regulate the temperature to your liking.

Ice boxes are handy items to own and are useful even indoors. You can use them to keep your cool drinks close to you while watching a movie or game and when you travel to a place without a refrigerator, they can help keep your food fresh and edible.