Integrated container refrigerator

By concentrating refrigeration system components within a container, the problems of complex installation and high cost in existing technologies are solved, achieving efficient and simplified refrigeration system installation and improved refrigeration efficiency.

CN223795411UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-13WEIHAI YUFENG SUPPLY CHAIN TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520130872.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-20
Publication Date
2026-01-13
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-20

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Technical Problem

The installation of existing refrigeration systems in large buildings is complex, requiring the collaboration of various personnel, occupying a large area, with complex interface coordination, high energy consumption, long installation cycle, and high labor costs.

Method used

The refrigeration unit, cooling water circulation pump, chilled water circulation pump, chilled water pipeline, electrical control cabinet, terminal return water pipeline, and terminal water supply pipeline are all integrated into the container. Users only need to connect the power and water pipes to use it, simplifying the installation process.

Benefits of technology

It improved installation efficiency, reduced the workload and labor costs of staff, lowered the difficulty of operation, and enhanced the reliability and stability of the refrigeration unit.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an integrated container refrigerator which comprises a container, a cooling tower, a cooling water pipeline and a refrigerating device, the refrigerating device is installed in the container, the cooling tower is arranged outside the container, one end of the cooling water pipeline is connected with the cooling tower, and the other end of the cooling water pipeline is connected with the refrigerating device. The other end of the cooling water pipeline is connected with a refrigerating device in the container, a first connecting port and a second connecting port are formed in the side wall of the container, and the refrigerating device comprises a refrigerating unit, a cooling water circulating pump, a chilled water circulating pump, a chilled water pipeline, a power distribution cabinet, a tail end water return pipeline and a tail end water supply pipeline. According to the integrated container refrigerator, the refrigerating unit, the cooling water circulating pump, the chilled water circulating pump, the chilled water pipeline, the power distribution cabinet, the tail end water return pipeline and the tail end water supply pipeline can be concentrated in the container, a user can start the integrated container refrigerator to refrigerate only by electrifying and connecting the first connecting water pipe and the second connecting water pipe, and the installation efficiency is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of refrigeration technology, and in particular to a container refrigeration machine. Background Technology

[0002] Large buildings such as office buildings, hospitals, and factories all require refrigeration systems to regulate the temperature of the air inside. The installation of refrigeration systems in large buildings is typically handled on-site by electromechanical companies. These companies install the refrigeration unit, heat exchangers, piping, etc., with the cooling tower usually having external piping placed in the podium or on the roof. The refrigeration unit is typically located in the basement or on the first floor, with a vertical distance of three floors or more between the refrigeration unit and the cooling tower. Then, the heat exchangers, water pumps, piping, and other accessories are assembled.

[0003] Existing refrigeration systems have the following shortcomings:

[0004] 1) The refrigeration unit, heat exchanger, water pump and pipeline of the refrigeration system need to be assembled on site. The installation site environment is complex and requires the cooperation of various personnel and disciplines. It has a series of problems such as large footprint, complex interface coordination, multiple equipment status, inaccurate control and high energy consumption.

[0005] 2) The existing refrigeration system's supporting equipment requires a long installation period on site, high labor costs, and a long on-site construction period for cross-construction. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the problems existing in the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide an integrated containerized refrigeration unit that can integrate the refrigeration unit, cooling water circulation pump, chilled water circulation pump, chilled water pipeline, power distribution cabinet, terminal return water pipeline, and terminal supply water pipeline into a container. Users only need to connect the power supply and the first and second connecting water pipes, and then turn on the integrated containerized refrigeration unit for refrigeration. This improves installation efficiency, reduces the workload of workers, and lowers the difficulty of operation for workers.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides an integrated container refrigeration machine, which includes a container, a cooling tower, cooling water pipes, and a refrigeration device. The refrigeration device is installed inside the container, the cooling tower is located outside the container, one end of the cooling water pipes is connected to the cooling tower, and the other end of the cooling water pipes is connected to the refrigeration device inside the container.

[0008] The container has a first connection port and a second connection port on its side wall. The first connection port of the container is connected to a first water pipe, and the second connection port of the container is connected to a second water pipe.

[0009] The refrigeration unit includes a refrigeration unit, a cooling water circulation pump, a chilled water circulation pump, chilled water pipelines, a power distribution cabinet, a terminal return water pipeline, and a terminal supply water pipeline;

[0010] The refrigeration unit is electrically connected to the power distribution cabinet;

[0011] The outlet of the cooling tower is connected to one end of the cooling water circulation pump via a cooling water pipeline, and the other end of the cooling water circulation pump is connected to the refrigeration unit to achieve the connection between the refrigeration unit and the cooling tower.

[0012] The terminal return water pipeline is connected to the inlet of the chilled water circulation pump via the chilled water pipeline. The outlet of the chilled water circulation pump is connected to the inlet of the refrigeration unit via the chilled water pipeline. The outlet of the refrigeration unit is connected to the terminal supply water pipeline to form a refrigeration circuit.

[0013] Furthermore, the terminal water supply pipeline includes a terminal water supply pipe, a first temperature sensor, a flow switch, and a return water pressure gauge. The flow switch, the first temperature sensor, and the return water pressure gauge are installed on the terminal water supply pipe from left to right. One end of the terminal water supply pipe is connected to the water outlet of the refrigeration unit, and the other end of the terminal water supply pipe is used to connect to the air conditioning terminal equipment.

[0014] Furthermore, the refrigeration unit includes a compressor, a condenser, chilled water pipes, and cooling water pipes. The chilled water pipes and cooling water pipes are located between the compressor and the condenser. The compressor is connected to the condenser through the chilled water pipes and cooling water pipes.

[0015] Furthermore, the cooling water pipeline includes a cooling water supply pipeline and a cooling water return pipeline. One end of the cooling water supply pipeline is connected to the outlet of the cooling tower, and the other end of the cooling water supply pipeline is connected to the cooling water circulation pump and the refrigeration unit. One end of the cooling water return pipeline is connected to the outlet of the refrigeration unit, and the other end of the cooling water return pipeline is connected to the inlet of the cooling tower.

[0016] Furthermore, a first filter is installed on the cooling water supply pipe.

[0017] Furthermore, one end of the chilled water pipeline is connected to the water inlet of the refrigeration unit, and the other end of the chilled water pipeline is connected to the end return water pipeline.

[0018] Furthermore, the refrigeration device includes an expansion tank and a circulating water outlet pipe. One end of the circulating water outlet pipe is connected to the expansion tank, and the other end of the circulating water outlet pipe is connected to the chilled water pipe. The expansion tank is connected to the chilled water pipe through the circulating water outlet pipe.

[0019] Furthermore, the expansion tank is also connected to a water supply pipe.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the solution of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0021] This utility model discloses an integrated container refrigeration unit comprising a container, a cooling tower, cooling water pipes, and a refrigeration device. The refrigeration device is installed inside the container, while the cooling tower is located outside the container. One end of the cooling water pipe is connected to the cooling tower, and the other end is connected to the refrigeration device inside the container. A first connection port and a second connection port are provided on the side wall of the container. The first connection port of the container is connected to a first connecting water pipe, and the second connection port of the container is connected to a second connecting water pipe. The refrigeration device includes a refrigeration unit, a cooling water circulation pump, a chilled water circulation pump, chilled water pipes, a distribution cabinet, a terminal return water pipe, and a terminal supply water pipe. The refrigeration unit is electrically connected to the distribution cabinet. The terminal return water pipe is connected to the inlet of the chilled water circulation pump through the chilled water pipe. The outlet of the chilled water circulation pump is connected to the inlet of the refrigeration unit through the chilled water pipe. The outlet of the refrigeration unit is connected to the terminal supply water pipe. This utility model can integrate the refrigeration unit, cooling water circulation pump, chilled water circulation pump, chilled water pipeline, power distribution cabinet, terminal return water pipeline, and terminal supply water pipeline into a container. Users only need to turn on the power and connect the first and second connecting water pipes to start the integrated container refrigeration unit for refrigeration, which greatly simplifies the on-site installation process, improves installation efficiency, reduces the workload of workers, and reduces labor costs. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings of the embodiments will be briefly described below.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the integrated container refrigeration unit of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a detailed schematic diagram of the internal refrigeration device of the container 1 of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the system structure of the refrigeration device of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a utility model Figure 3 Enlarged detail diagram of section A in the middle;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a utility model Figure 3 Enlarged detail diagram of section B.

[0028] In the diagram, the components are: container 1, first connection port 11, second connection port 12, cooling tower 2, cooling water pipeline 3, cooling water supply pipeline 31, cooling water return pipeline 32, first filter 33, refrigeration unit 4, refrigeration unit 41, compressor 411, condenser 412, chilled water pipeline 413, cooling water pipeline 414, cooling water circulation pump 42, chilled water circulation pump 43, chilled water pipeline 44, electrical control cabinet 45, terminal water supply pipeline 46, terminal water supply pipe 461, first temperature sensor 462, flow switch 463, return water pressure gauge 464, expansion tank 47, water supply pipeline 471, float valve 472, and circulating water outlet pipeline 48. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model. Example

[0030] like Figures 1-5As shown, this utility model provides an integrated container refrigeration unit, which includes a container 1, a cooling tower 2, cooling water pipes 3, and a refrigeration unit 4. The refrigeration unit 4 is installed inside the container 1, the cooling tower 2 is located outside the container 1, one end of the cooling water pipes 3 is connected to the cooling tower 2, and the other end of the cooling water pipes 3 is connected to the refrigeration unit 4 inside the container 1. A first connection port 11 and a second connection port 12 are provided on the side wall of the container 1. The first connection port 11 of the container 1 is connected to a first connecting water pipe, and the second connection port 12 of the container 1 is connected to a second connecting water pipe. The refrigeration unit 4 includes a refrigeration unit 41, a cooling water circulation pump 42, a chilled water circulation pump 43, chilled water pipes 44, a power distribution cabinet 45, and a terminal return water pipe. Terminal water supply pipeline 46; refrigeration unit 41 is electrically connected to distribution cabinet 45. Specifically, the refrigeration unit 41 of this utility model is a screw refrigeration unit 41 or a centrifugal refrigeration unit 41. A switch is installed on container 1, and the switch is electrically connected to distribution cabinet 45. The outlet of cooling tower 2 is connected to one end of cooling water circulation pump 42 through cooling water pipeline 3. The other end of cooling water circulation pump 42 is connected to refrigeration unit 41 to realize the connection between refrigeration unit 41 and cooling tower 2. Terminal return water pipeline is connected to the inlet of chilled water circulation pump 43 through chilled water pipeline 44. The outlet of chilled water circulation pump 43 is connected to the inlet of refrigeration unit 41 through chilled water pipeline 44. The outlet of refrigeration unit 41 is connected to terminal water supply pipeline 46 to form a refrigeration circuit. This utility model integrates the refrigeration unit 41, cooling water circulation pump 42, chilled water circulation pump 43, chilled water pipeline 44, power distribution cabinet 45, terminal return water pipeline, and terminal supply water pipeline 46 into the container 1. This reduces the pressure drop of the exhaust pressure of the refrigeration unit 41, making the refrigeration unit 41 more efficient. It also improves the reliability and stability of the refrigeration unit 41. Users only need to connect the power supply and connect the first connecting water pipe and the second connecting water pipe through the first connection port 11 and the second connection port 12 on the side wall of the container 1 to start the integrated container refrigeration unit for refrigeration. There is no need to assemble the refrigeration unit 41, cooling water circulation pump 42, chilled water circulation pump 43, and chilled water pipeline 44 on-site, which improves installation efficiency, reduces the workload of workers, and reduces the difficulty of operation for workers.

[0031] In other embodiments, the container 1 includes a base plate, and the refrigeration unit 41 is bolted to a prefabricated pipe. A circulation pipe that works in conjunction with the cooling water circulation pump 42 can also be installed inside the cooling tower 2. The cooling water circulation pump 42 circulates the cooling water, effectively protecting the efficient operation of the cooling tower 2, allowing for water recovery, low energy consumption, and a long service life.

[0032] In a specific implementation of this utility model, the terminal water supply pipeline 46 includes a terminal water supply pipe 461, a first temperature sensor 462, a water flow switch 463, and a return water pressure gauge 464. The water flow switch 463, the first temperature sensor 462, and the return water pressure gauge 464 are installed sequentially from left to right on the terminal water supply pipe 461. One end of the terminal water supply pipe 461 is connected to the water outlet of the refrigeration unit 41, and the other end of the terminal water supply pipe 461 is used to connect to the air conditioning terminal equipment. The water temperature delivered by the terminal water supply pipe 461 is measured by the first temperature sensor 462, and the water flow switch 463 is set to facilitate the control of the flow of water in the terminal water supply pipe 461.

[0033] In this embodiment of the utility model, the refrigeration unit 41 includes a compressor 411, a condenser 412, a chilled water pipe 413, and a cooling water pipe 414. The chilled water pipe 413 and the cooling water pipe 414 are located between the compressor 411 and the condenser 412. The compressor 411 is connected to the condenser 412 through the chilled water pipe 413 and the cooling water pipe 414. The chilled water pipe 413 and the cooling water pipe 414 facilitate the evaporator to remove the heat generated during the cooling water circulation process of the condenser 412. The chilled water and cooling water flow between the evaporator and the condenser 412 through the chilled water pipe 413 and the cooling water pipe 414. This invention utilizes a chilled water circulation pump 43 to supply chilled water returning from the terminal equipment to the evaporator of the refrigeration unit 41 for cooling. Positioning the chilled water circulation pump 43 at the inlet of the refrigeration unit 41 ensures a stable chilled water supply and meets the cooling requirements of the refrigeration unit 41. A cooling water circulation pump 42 circulates cooling water returning from the cooling tower 2 to the condenser 412 of the refrigeration unit 41 to remove heat generated by the refrigeration unit 41. Positioning the cooling tower 2 at the inlet of the refrigeration unit 41 ensures a stable water supply and meets the cooling requirements of the refrigeration unit 41. By placing the chilled water circulation pump 43 and the cooling water circulation pump 42 at the inlet of the refrigeration unit 41, this invention effectively controls the cooling effect of the refrigeration unit 41 and ensures that the supply and temperature of cooling water and chilled water meet the requirements.

[0034] In specific implementation, the cooling water pipeline 3 of this utility model includes a cooling water supply pipeline 31 and a cooling water return pipeline 32. One end of the cooling water supply pipeline 31 is connected to the outlet end of the cooling tower 2, and the other end of the cooling water supply pipeline 31 is connected to the cooling water circulation pump 42 and the refrigeration unit 41. One end of the cooling water return pipeline 32 is connected to the outlet end of the refrigeration unit 41, and the other end of the cooling water return pipeline 32 is connected to the inlet end of the cooling tower 2. A first filter 33 is installed on the cooling water supply pipeline 31. The cooling water supply pipeline 31 filters impurities in the cooling water transportation process through the first filter 33 to prevent impurities from entering the cooling water circulation pump 42.

[0035] In this invention, one end of the chilled water pipe 44 is connected to the water inlet of the refrigeration unit 41, and the other end of the chilled water pipe 44 is connected to the end return water pipe.

[0036] In its specific implementation, the refrigeration device 4 of this utility model includes an expansion tank 47 and a circulating water outlet pipe 48. One end of the circulating water outlet pipe 48 is connected to the expansion tank 47, and the other end is connected to the chilled water pipe 44. The expansion tank 47 is connected to the chilled water pipe 44 through the circulating water outlet pipe 48. The expansion tank 47 ensures sufficient water in the refrigeration circuit and maintains the normal suction pressure of the chilled water circulation pump 43. The expansion tank 47 is also connected to a water supply pipe 471. A float valve 472 is installed inside the expansion tank 47. The water supply pipe 471 is connected to the municipal water supply network to replenish water to the expansion tank 47, so that the water level in the expansion tank 47 is maintained at the required height.

[0037] The refrigeration process for integrated container refrigeration units includes the following steps:

[0038] First, connect the first and second connecting water pipes of container 1 to the building;

[0039] Secondly, the container 1 is connected to the cooling tower 2 via the cooling water pipe 3;

[0040] Then, turn on the switch of the integrated container refrigeration unit;

[0041] Finally, the cooling water cooled by the cooling tower 2 is sent to the condenser 412 of the chiller unit 41 through the cooling water supply pipe 31 and the cooling water circulation pump 42, where it exchanges heat with the refrigerant in the condenser 412 and then flows out of the condenser 412. The cooling water flowing out of the condenser 412 flows back into the cooling tower 2 through the cooling water recovery pipe, where the heat is dissipated. The cooled water then re-enters the condenser 412 of the chiller unit 41 through the cooling water supply pipe 31 and the cooling water circulation pump 42, thus continuously circulating the cooling system. The chilled water circulating in the refrigeration loop flows out of the evaporator of the chiller unit 41. The chilled water flowing out of the evaporator enters the air conditioning terminal equipment through the terminal return water pipe. After the air conditioning terminal equipment exchanges heat with the air in the building, the chilled water flows through the terminal return water pipe and the chilled water return pipe through the chilled water circulation pump 43 and flows back into the evaporator of the chiller unit 41, where it exchanges heat with the refrigerant in the evaporator inside the chiller unit 41, thus continuously circulating the cooling system.

[0042] The above-disclosed embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present utility model. Therefore, any equivalent variations made in accordance with the claims of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An integrated container refrigeration unit, characterized by: The integrated container refrigerating machine comprises a container, a cooling tower, a cooling water pipeline, and a refrigerating device, wherein the refrigerating device is installed in the container, the cooling tower is arranged outside the container, one end of the cooling water pipeline is connected with the cooling tower, and the other end of the cooling water pipeline is connected with the refrigerating device in the container; The side wall of the container is provided with a first connecting port and a second connecting port, the first connecting port of the container is connected with a first connecting water pipe, and the second connecting port of the container is connected with a second connecting water pipe; The refrigerating device comprises a refrigerating unit, a cooling water circulating pump, a chilled water circulating pump, a chilled water pipeline, a power distribution cabinet, a terminal return water pipeline, and a terminal water supply pipeline. The refrigerating unit is electrically connected with the power distribution cabinet. The water outlet end of the cooling tower is connected with one end of the cooling water circulating pump through the cooling water pipeline, and the other end of the cooling water circulating pump is connected with the refrigerating unit to realize the communication between the refrigerating unit and the cooling tower. The terminal return water pipeline is connected with the water inlet end of the chilled water circulating pump through the chilled water pipeline, the water outlet end of the chilled water circulating pump is connected with the water inlet end of the refrigerating unit through the chilled water pipeline, and the water outlet end of the refrigerating unit is connected with the terminal water supply pipeline to form a refrigeration circuit.

2. The integrated container reefer of claim 1, wherein: The terminal water supply pipeline comprises a terminal water supply pipe, a first temperature sensor, a water flow switch, and a return water pressure gauge, which are sequentially installed on the terminal water supply pipe from left to right, one end of the terminal water supply pipe is connected with the water outlet end of the refrigerating unit, and the other end of the terminal water supply pipe is used for connecting an air conditioner terminal device.

3. The integrated container reefer of claim 1, wherein: The refrigerating unit comprises a compressor, a condenser, a unit chilled water pipeline, and a unit cooling water pipeline, the unit chilled water pipeline and the unit cooling water pipeline are located between the compressor and the condenser, and the compressor is in communication with the condenser through the unit chilled water pipeline and the unit cooling water pipeline.

4. The integrated container reefer of claim 1, wherein: The cooling water pipeline comprises a cooling water supply pipeline and a cooling water return pipeline, one end of the cooling water supply pipeline is in communication with the water outlet end of the cooling tower, the other end of the cooling water supply pipeline is in communication with the cooling water circulating pump and the refrigerating unit, one end of the cooling water return pipeline is connected with the water outlet end of the refrigerating unit, and the other end of the cooling water return pipeline is in communication with the water inlet end of the cooling tower.

5. An integrated container reefer as claimed in claim 4, characterized in that: A first filter is installed on the cooling water supply pipeline.

6. The integrated container reefer of claim 1, wherein: One end of the chilled water pipeline is in communication with the water inlet end of the refrigerating unit, and the other end of the chilled water pipeline is in communication with the terminal return water pipeline.

7. The integrated container reefer of claim 1, wherein: The refrigerating device comprises an expansion water tank and a circulating water outlet pipeline, one end of the circulating water outlet pipeline is connected with the expansion water tank, the other end of the circulating water outlet pipeline is connected with the chilled water pipeline, and the expansion water tank is connected with the chilled water pipeline through the circulating water outlet pipeline.

8. An integrated container reefer as claimed in claim 7, characterized by: The expansion water tank is further connected with a water supplement pipeline.