Non-metal refrigerated container floor

By using non-metallic composite materials to make refrigerated container floors, the problems of easy corrosion and cold bridge effect of aluminum profiles have been solved, realizing corrosion-resistant, low-energy consumption and safe cold chain transportation, and improving loading efficiency and service life.

CN121573333APending Publication Date: 2026-02-27SHENGSHI CONTAINER MANAGEMENT SHANGHAI +2
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Application Number
CN202511916692.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-12-18
Publication Date
2026-02-27

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Technical Problem

The aluminum profile structure of existing refrigerated container floors is prone to oxidation and corrosion in high humidity and seawater contact environments, posing a risk of electrolytic reaction. Its high thermal conductivity leads to rapid loss of cold energy, and there is also a safety hazard of metal friction during forklift operations.

Method used

The refrigerated container floor is made of non-metallic composite materials, including T-shaped floor, polyurethane insulation material and composite anti-collision plate, which are connected by rivets and sealed with adhesive. The insulation structure is optimized by using a combination of fabric, yarn and resin to avoid metal contact.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents corrosion and electrolytic reactions, reduces cold loss, lowers energy consumption, increases cargo capacity and loading efficiency, extends service life, avoids safety hazards caused by metal friction, and is suitable for ocean and high-humidity cold chain transportation.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a non-metal refrigerated container floor which comprises a T-shaped floor, the T-shaped floor comprises a T center part, a T side wing part and a T side part which are sequentially stacked, and the T-shaped floor, a polyurethane heat preservation material, a floor middle supporting block, a bottom corrugated plate and a bottom side beam form an underframe structure of a container. The T-shaped side wing part and the composite material anti-collision plate are connected through rivets and sealed through glue. Corrosion is reduced, the cold bridge effect is reduced, energy consumption in the transportation process is reduced, and the potential safety hazard of metal friction is avoided.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of refrigerated containers, and more particularly to a non-metallic refrigerated container floor. Background Technology

[0002] Currently used refrigerated container T-shaped floors are all made of aluminum profiles. Aluminum floors are prone to oxidation and corrosion in high-humidity environments and seawater contact, and may undergo electrolytic reactions when in contact with other metals. Aluminum has a high thermal conductivity, which easily forms "cold bridges," causing rapid loss of cold air inside the container and increasing energy consumption during transportation. Aluminum floors are also prone to metal-to-metal friction during forklift operations and cargo handling, posing safety hazards. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Purpose of the invention: To address the shortcomings and defects of existing technologies, this invention provides a non-metallic refrigerated container floor that reduces corrosion, minimizes cold bridging effects, lowers energy consumption during transportation, and avoids safety hazards caused by metal friction.

[0004] Technical solution: The present invention provides a non-metallic refrigerated container floor, characterized in that: it includes a T-shaped floor, which comprises a T-shaped central portion, a T-shaped wing portion, and a T-shaped side portion stacked sequentially; the T-shaped floor, together with polyurethane insulation material, a floor center support block, a bottom corrugated plate, and bottom side beams, forms the container's underframe structure; the T-shaped wing portion and the composite material anti-collision plate are connected by rivets and sealed with adhesive.

[0005] The two T-side portions are bonded together with a serrated surface and sealant to form a combined structure.

[0006] The T-side portion includes filling yarn, fabric lay-up, and resin.

[0007] The T-shaped floor is a T-shaped floor, and several T-shaped floors are arranged continuously or at intervals.

[0008] The T-shaped flooring, which is spaced apart, includes a single T-section, a hidden adhesive, a serrated surface bonding assembly, and an adhesive.

[0009] The bottom of the single-T portion is fixed by a serrated surface adhesive assembly, which includes a hidden adhesive and a colloid.

[0010] The container in question is a refrigerated container.

[0011] Beneficial effects: Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following significant advantages: The present invention is mainly made of composite materials, mainly using a combination of fabric, yarn and resin. Multiple layers of fabric are pressed in regular areas, yarn is used to fill the triangular area of ​​the T-shaped head, and resin is used for solidification and molding.

[0012] This invention eliminates corrosion and electrolytic losses: Aluminum flooring is prone to oxidation and corrosion in high-humidity, seawater-contact environments, and may undergo electrolytic reactions upon contact with other metals. Non-metallic T-shaped flooring is acid and alkali resistant, poses no oxidation risk, and is suitable for ocean-going and high-humidity cold chain scenarios. It also blocks cold bridges, reducing energy consumption: Aluminum has a high thermal conductivity, easily forming "cold bridges" that cause rapid loss of cold air inside the container. Non-metallic materials have low thermal conductivity, and the T-shaped structure further optimizes the insulation path, reducing the load on the refrigeration system. Lightweight construction improves loading efficiency: Non-metallic materials (such as FRP and polymer composites) are 20%-40% lighter than aluminum. Reduced floor weight directly increases the effective cargo capacity of the container or reduces fuel consumption during transportation. Finally, it reduces maintenance and replacement costs: Aluminum flooring is easily scratched and deformed, and once corroded, it cannot be repaired and requires complete replacement. Non-metallic T-shaped flooring is wear-resistant and impact-resistant, has a longer service life, and lower subsequent maintenance costs. Avoiding the safety hazards of metal friction: Aluminum flooring is prone to generating metal friction sparks during forklift operations and cargo handling, while non-metallic materials do not pose this risk and are suitable for special cold chain transportation needs such as flammable and explosive materials. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a metal refrigerated container floor made of aluminum profiles, based on existing technology.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the T-floor of the present invention;

[0016] In the diagram, 100 represents the center part of the T; 200 represents the side wing part of the T; 300 represents the side part of the T; 400 represents the composite material anti-collision plate; 500 represents the polyurethane insulation material; 600 represents the middle support block of the floor; 700 represents the combined structure; 800 represents the bottom wave plate; 900 represents the bottom side beam; 010 represents the T floor; 011 represents the single T part; 012 represents the concealed adhesive; 013 represents the sawtooth textured surface bonding combination; 020 represents the colloid; 301 represents the filling yarn; 302 represents the fabric lay-up; 303 represents the resin; 304 represents the sawtooth textured surface; and 305 represents the sealant bonding combination. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0018] The non-metallic refrigerated container floor of the present invention includes a T-shaped floor, which comprises a T-shaped central portion 100, a T-shaped wing portion 200 and a T-shaped side portion 300 stacked sequentially. The T-shaped floor, together with polyurethane insulation material 500, floor center support block 600, bottom corrugated plate 800 and bottom side beam 900, forms the underframe structure of the container through a sandwich foaming process. The T-shaped wing portion 200 and the composite material anti-collision plate 400 are connected by rivets and sealed with adhesive.

[0019] The two T-side portions 300 are combined into a single structure 700 by a serrated surface 304 and a sealant bonding assembly 305. The T-side portion 300 includes filling yarn 301, fabric lay-up 302, and resin 303.

[0020] The T-shaped floor is a T-floor 010, with several T-floors 010 arranged continuously or intermittently. An intermittently arranged T-floor 010 includes a single T-section 011, a concealed adhesive 012, a serrated surface adhesive assembly 013, and an adhesive 020. The bottom of the single T-section 011 is fixed by the serrated surface adhesive assembly 013, which includes the concealed adhesive 012 and the adhesive 020. The container is a refrigerated container.

[0021] This invention is mainly made of composite materials, primarily using a combination of fabric, yarn, and resin. Multiple layers of fabric are pressed in regular areas, yarn is used to fill the triangular area of ​​the T-shaped head, and resin is used for solidification and molding.

[0022] This invention is not limited to a single T-structure. As the process matures, multiple T-structures (such as 5T, 7T, 11T, 33T, etc.) can be integrally molded, thereby eliminating the need for structural adhesives or rivets for connection.

[0023] This invention eliminates corrosion and electrolytic losses: Aluminum flooring is prone to oxidation and corrosion in high-humidity, seawater-contact environments, and may undergo electrolytic reactions upon contact with other metals. Non-metallic T-shaped flooring is acid and alkali resistant, poses no oxidation risk, and is suitable for ocean-going and high-humidity cold chain scenarios. It also blocks cold bridges, reducing energy consumption: Aluminum has a high thermal conductivity, easily forming "cold bridges" that cause rapid loss of cold air inside the container. Non-metallic materials have low thermal conductivity, and the T-shaped structure further optimizes the insulation path, reducing the load on the refrigeration system. Lightweight construction improves loading efficiency: Non-metallic materials (such as FRP and polymer composites) are 20%-40% lighter than aluminum. Reduced floor weight directly increases the effective cargo capacity of the container or reduces fuel consumption during transportation. Finally, it reduces maintenance and replacement costs: Aluminum flooring is easily scratched and deformed, and once corroded, it cannot be repaired and requires complete replacement. Non-metallic T-shaped flooring is wear-resistant and impact-resistant, has a longer service life, and lower subsequent maintenance costs. Avoiding the safety hazards of metal friction: Aluminum flooring is prone to generating metal friction sparks during forklift operations and cargo handling, while non-metallic materials do not pose this risk and are suitable for special cold chain transportation needs such as flammable and explosive materials.

Claims

1. A non-metallic refrigerated container floor, characterized in that: The container includes a T-shaped floor, which consists of a T-shaped central section (100), a T-shaped wing section (200), and a T-shaped side section (300) stacked in sequence. The T-shaped floor, together with polyurethane insulation material (500), floor center support block (600), bottom corrugated plate (800), and bottom side beam (900), forms the container's underframe structure. The T-shaped wing section (200) and the composite material anti-collision plate (400) are connected by rivets and sealed with adhesive.

2. The non-metallic refrigerated container floor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two T-side portions (300) are combined into a composite structure (700) by means of a sawtooth surface (304) and a sealant bonding assembly (305).

3. The non-metallic refrigerated container floor according to claim 2, characterized in that: The T-side portion (300) includes filler yarn (301), fabric lay-up (302), and resin (303).

4. The non-metallic refrigerated container floor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The T-shaped floor is a T-floor (010), and several T-floors (010) are arranged continuously or at intervals.

5. The non-metallic refrigerated container floor according to claim 4, characterized in that: The T-floor (010) with intervals includes a single T portion (011), a hidden adhesive (012), a sawtooth textured adhesive assembly (013), and an adhesive (020).

6. The non-metallic refrigerated container floor according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the single T part (011) is fixed by a sawtooth surface adhesive assembly (013), which includes a hidden adhesive (012) and an adhesive (020).

7. The non-metallic refrigerated container floor according to claim 1, characterized in that: The container in question is a refrigerated container.