Building comprising at least one refrigerated shipping container and method for converting a refrigerated shipping container into such a building

Abstract

The invention relates to a building (1) intended to receive people, the building (1) comprising at least one refrigerated shipping container (2), the container (2) comprising a thermally insulating material, the refrigerated container (2) further comprising at least one set (8) of structural stiffening elements for stiffening the container (2), the pull-out strength of an element (9, 10) of the set (8) of structural stiffening elements being greater than that of the thermally insulating material, the building (1) further comprising at least one lining (12) and a system (13) for fixing together the lining (12) and the container (2), the building (1) being characterized in that the fixing system (13) comprises at least one device (14) passing at least partially through the lining (12) and at least one element (9, 10) of the set (8) of stiffening elements for stiffening the container (2).

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] Title: Building comprising at least one refrigerated container for the transport of goods and method for converting a refrigerated container for the transport of goods into such a building

[0003] FIELD OF INVENTION

[0004]

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of buildings.

[0005]

[0002] More specifically, the invention relates to a building intended to accommodate human beings and made from a recycled refrigerated goods transport crate.

[0006] TECHNOLOGICAL BACKGROUND

[0007]

[0003] A freight transport body is generally in the form of a rectangular parallelepiped, which is attached to a vehicle, for example, a truck and trailer for road transport. Freight transport bodies designed for rail or maritime transport are also available. The body generally comprises a single opening in a wall, for example, a wall accessible at the rear of a truck, and closed by doors.

[0008]

[0004] A refrigerated transport container is special in that it includes walls with high thermal insulation properties. Document FR2193696 describes an example of walls suitable for such a container. A refrigeration unit is generally fitted to such a container to maintain the interior of the container at around a set temperature.

[0009]

[0005] A refrigerated transport container is periodically inspected to assess its performance, particularly regarding heat loss, in accordance with regulatory requirements. When the container's performance no longer meets the required standards, it is scrapped.

[0010]

[0006] The development of freight transport is increasing, so the number of refrigerated containers to be treated as waste is also increasing.

[0011]

[0007] However, when a refrigerated transport container is considered to no longer meet the requirements, this does not necessarily mean that it is unusable. In general, even with thermal insulation performance lower than the requirements for transporting goods, this performance remains high.

[0012]

[0008] A solution for recycling such crates would then be advantageous in terms of ecology and economy.

[0013]

[0009] In parallel, there is also a growing need for buildings that can be constructed quickly and at low cost. These include so-called temporary buildings, that is, buildings with a fixed lifespan, limited to between several days and several years. Such buildings are found, for example, at one-off events, such as a food stand, on construction sites to accommodate workers, or to house staff whose premises are temporarily unusable.

[0014]

[0010] US2019 / 0136552 describes an example in which a refrigerated shipping container, known as a "reefer," is converted into a building for military or office use. For this purpose, the container's interior fittings, designed to provide the required functionality, are attached to a plate which is itself fixed to the container's floor structure. Parts of the interior fittings may be attached to the container's side walls.

[0015]

[0011] Such a solution does not provide complete satisfaction.

[0016]

[0012] Indeed, the side walls and ceiling of the container are left bare, in their original condition for transporting goods, and are therefore not aesthetically pleasing. If elements are attached to the side walls, a drilling and screwing method would degrade the thermal insulation performance of the walls, which is detrimental. Thus, only lightweight elements, attached using adhesive, can be fixed to the walls.

[0017]

[0013] Furthermore, the materials used to construct the walls of the "reefer" may be unsuitable for housing people. For example, the materials used may not comply with standards regarding fire resistance, health impact, etc.

[0018]

[0014] Thus, the layout of the “reefer” according to this example remains basic and functional, poorly suited to accommodate people outside of exceptional activities of very short duration, such as military activities.

[0019]

[0015] The invention thus aims to remedy in particular the aforementioned disadvantages by proposing a building intended to accommodate people by offering a pleasant environment and made from a refrigerated transport box, which is easy to assemble, inexpensive, aesthetically pleasing and has good thermal insulation performance.

[0020] SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0016] Thus, according to a first aspect, the invention relates to a building intended to accommodate people. The building comprises at least one refrigerated container for the transport of goods, the container forming a volume comprising at least four side panels, a top panel, and a bottom panel. At least one of said panels, and preferably at least one of the side panels, and preferably also the side panels and the top panel, and preferably all the panels of the container, comprises a thermally insulating material. The refrigerated container further comprises at least one set of structural stiffening elements. The pull-out resistance of an element of the set of structural stiffening elements being greater than that of said thermally insulating material.

[0021]

[0017] Pull-out resistance here means the pull-out resistance of the same fastening device on the part in question.

[0022]

[0018] The building includes at least a casing cladding system and a fixing system between the cladding and the casing.

[0023]

[0019] The casing system comprises:

[0024] - A coating for all or part of at least one of the panels; and / or

[0025] - A frame for at least one opening made in at least one of the panels. Preferably, the opening is intended to form a door or a window, and is made in a side panel of the case.

[0026]

[0020] The covering and the frame are independent, that is to say that the cladding system can include one without including the other.

[0027]

[0021] The fastening system then comprises at least one device passing at least partially through the cladding system and at least one element of the set of stiffening elements of the body.

[0028]

[0022] The building thus obtained from a refrigerated transport container exhibits high mechanical strength thanks to the use of through-bolts, while maintaining high thermal insulation performance. Indeed, by utilizing the structural stiffening elements permanently present on the refrigerated transport container when it is used for transport, the installation of the cladding system preserves the entire structure of the container. The resulting building is part of an environmentally friendly approach, recycling refrigerated transport containers and offering buildings with high thermal insulation at a lower cost.

[0029]

[0023] The cladding system thus fixed to the body, inside and / or outside, provides a pleasing visual appearance. The fixing system allows for a wide variety of styles and / or decorative patterns and / or types of material for the cladding.

[0030]

[0024] Depending on different aspects, it is possible to foresee one and / or the other of the characteristics below taken alone or in combination.

[0031]

[0025] According to one embodiment, the assembly of stiffening elements may include at least one reinforcement bar for at least one panel and / or at least one corner bracket bonded between one of the side panels and one of the top and bottom panels. The reinforcement bar and the corner bracket are available on many refrigerated transport boxes. They are generally made of metal. Their identification as elements of the assembly of stiffening elements allows for numerous possibilities for installing the fastening system.

[0032]

[0026] According to one embodiment, the four side panels comprise a thermally insulating material. The cladding system is then attached to each side panel by the fastening system, so as to cover all the side panels for an enhanced aesthetic appearance.

[0033]

[0027] According to one embodiment, the insulating material may comprise a rigid polyurethane foam, which has high thermal insulation properties. The coating may then be combined with a layer of fire-resistant material to comply with applicable building regulations. The fastening system facilitates the installation of such a layer.

[0034]

[0028] According to one embodiment, the assembly of stiffening elements may include at least one support profile attached to the upper panel. The support profile is intended to support accessories for storing goods suspended within the crate when it is used for transporting goods, such as meat. The fastening system includes at least one device that passes at least partially through the cladding system and said support profile. The cladding system can thus easily cover the upper panel of the crate.

[0035]

[0029] According to one embodiment, at least one side panel of the box includes an opening forming a window or door, so as to allow the circulation of people and / or air in a manner similar to that of a conventional building.

[0036]

[0030] The cladding system may include a covering applied to an inner and / or outer face of at least one panel of the body, the covering thus forming a facing. The covering thus makes it possible to create a building that is aesthetically pleasing to users, or even to conceal its origin.

[0031] The cladding system may include, alternatively or in combination, a frame, in particular a door or window frame for at least one door or window opening made in at least one of the side panels. The frame may then include at least one door or window frame plate applied against at least part of a contour of the opening, and preferably around the entire contour of the opening in order to conceal the contour within the thickness of the side panel.In practice, the cladding system includes at least one door frame and at least one window frame, so that the building can include a door and a window in the manner expected for a building intended to receive the public.

[0037]

[0032] According to one embodiment, the cladding system comprises a bio-based material, such as wood, in order to complement the building's ecological approach. Preferably, the entire cladding system is made of wood.

[0038]

[0033] According to one embodiment, the elements of the assembly of stiffening elements are at least partly metallic, such as steel, aluminum or metal alloy, in order to offer good resistance to pull-out of a through-device for the application of the present invention.

[0039]

[0034] According to one embodiment, the cladding system comprises a primary structure attached to the casing by the fastening system and a secondary structure attached to the primary structure. The primary structure is then arranged according to the availability of all the stiffening elements, so that the secondary structure can be positioned independently of it and according to the requirements and desired aesthetic. The cladding and / or the door or window frame then form part of the secondary structure.

[0040]

[0035] According to a second aspect, the invention proposes a method for transforming a refrigerated goods transport container into a building as described above, the method comprising:

[0041] - The identification of at least one refrigerated box forming a volume comprising at least four side panels, one top panel, and one bottom panel, at least one of said panels comprising a thermally insulating material, the refrigerated box also comprising at least one set of structural stiffening elements of the box, the pull-out resistance of one element of the set of structural stiffening elements being greater than that of said thermally insulating material;

[0042] - Verification of the integrity of the refrigerated container;

[0043] - The cladding system is attached to the body using the fastening system on the assembly of stiffening elements. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0044]

[0036] Embodiments of the invention will be described below with reference to the drawings, briefly described below:

[0045]

[0037] [Fig. 1] represents a three-dimensional three-quarter view of a refrigerated freight transport box being converted into a building, in which openings for doors and windows have been made.

[0046]

[0038] [Fig. 2] represents a view of the inside of the box of figure 1, a primary structure being fixed on an inner face of a side panel according to an embodiment called the inner.

[0047]

[0039] [Fig. 3] represents a three-dimensional three-quarter view of the crate of figure 2, a side panel having been removed, the crate being transformed into a building.

[0048]

[0040] [Fig. 4] represents a view of the inside of the box of figure 2, a primary structure being fixed to an inner face of an upper panel.

[0049]

[0041] [Fig.5] represents a view of the inside of the box in Figure 2, at the level of a door opening, a primary structure having been installed and a secondary structure having been partially installed.

[0050]

[0042] [Fig. 6] represents a view of the interior of the crate in Figure 2 transformed into a building.

[0051]

[0043] [Fig.7] represents an external view of the box of Figure 1, a primary structure being fixed to an external face of a side panel according to an external embodiment.

[0052]

[0044] [Fig.8] represents a view of the outside of the box in Figure 7, at the level of a window opening.

[0053]

[0045] [Fig.9] represents an outside view of the box in Figure 7, with plates fixed around the door and window openings.

[0054]

[0046] [Fig. 10] represents an external view of the box in Figure 7, an intermediate structure having been fixed to the primary structure.

[0055]

[0047] [Fig. 11] represents an exterior view of the crate in Figure 7 transformed into a building.

[0056]

[0048] [Fig.12] represents a detailed external view of the case of Figure 1, fitted with a watertight cover.

[0057]

[0049] [Fig.13] is similar to Figure 12, with a primary structure having been added.

[0058]

[0050] [Fig.14] is similar to Figure 13, with a secondary structure having been partially added.

[0059] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP

[0051] [Fig.15] is similar to Figure 14, a secondary structure having been completed by a facing.

[0060]

[0052] In the drawings, identical references designate identical or similar objects.

[0061] DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0062]

[0053] The invention relates to a building 1 intended to receive people from a refrigerated container 2 from the transport of goods.

[0063]

[0054] More specifically, Building 1 in the following may be a building complying with the regulations for Public Access Buildings (ERP) and / or Workplaces (ERT). Such a building may also be described as temporary, but not exclusively within the context of the following.

[0064]

[0055] A temporary building is a building whose lifespan is limited, determined, and / or determinable. The lifespan of a temporary building is generally fixed: the building is intended to be demolished or replaced. The building's lifespan may be reviewed during its use, but always to be re-established. The lifespan varies depending on the building's function, for example, from a few days for a building intended to host a one-off event, up to several years.

[0065]

[0056] Conversely, a building that is not specified as temporary has a lifespan that is not limiting its use.

[0066]

[0057] The crate 2 may be a road transport crate, and has therefore been associated with a truck. However, the crate 2 may originate from other types of transport.

[0067]

[0058] Crate 2 is a refrigerated crate, meaning that it complies with the thermal insulation requirements of the regulations. More specifically, a refrigerated crate 2 is subject to regulations concerning the transport of perishable goods, such as the ATP (Agreement on the International Carriage of Perishable Foodstuffs), which sets performance levels for the crate, such as the overall thermal transmittance coefficient. These performance levels can be measured by specific accredited bodies, such as CEMAFROID in France.

[0068]

[0059] The box 2 has six panels, or walls, surrounding an interior volume. In what follows, "interior" will be defined as anything located within the interior volume, or oriented towards the interior volume of the box 2, and "exterior" as anything located outside the interior volume, or oriented in the opposite direction. More specifically, the box 2 comprises a horizontal lower panel 3, a horizontal upper panel 4, and four vertical side panels, namely two vertical panels 5.

[0069] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP longitudinal and two transverse lateral panels 6, 7, so as to form a closed volume, in this case substantially parallelepiped-shaped.

[0070]

[0060] The panels of the crate 2 typically comprise a thermally insulating material. For example, the crate panels are made of panels comprising rigid thermally insulating foam, and possibly reinforced with a frame, as will be explained later. Rigid foam is defined here as any material comprising closed cells capable of enclosing a gas, so as to provide good thermal insulation. The foam may be, in particular, a rigid synthetic foam, and may include, for example, polyurethane. The dimensions of the crate are standard in the field of freight transport. In particular, to facilitate the loading and unloading of goods, the crate 2 has sufficient height for an adult to stand upright inside.

[0071]

[0061] The terms vertical and horizontal, and their variants, here denote the natural directions when the crate 2 is placed by the lower panel 3, directly or indirectly, on a substantially horizontal surface, the vertical direction being substantially perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The terms longitudinal and transverse, and their variants, denote two horizontal directions perpendicular to each other. By convention, the longitudinal direction is the direction in which the crate 2 presents its length, that is, its longest dimension. The width is then the transverse dimension, and the height is the vertical dimension.

[0072]

[0062] In what follows, the terms upper, lower, above, below and their variants are taken with reference to the natural orientation of the figures when the crate 2 is placed with the horizontal panel 3 facing the ground, the lateral panels 5, 6, 7 rising above the lower panel 3.

[0073]

[0063] We then define:

[0074] A first horizontal panel 3 forming a floor;

[0075] A second horizontal panel 4 forming a roof;

[0076] Two lateral vertical longitudinal panels, each forming a so-called lateral panel;

[0077] A first lateral vertical transverse panel 6 forming a so-called front panel;

[0078] A second lateral vertical transverse panel 7 forming a so-called rear panel.

[0079]

[0064] For example, the crate is of type SR2 from the company LAMBERET, with the following external dimensions:

[0080] Length: 13.39 m (meters)

[0081] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP Width: 2.46 m

[0082] Height: 2.60 m

[0083]

[0065] One of the two vertical panels 6, 7, for example the front panel 6 in the figures, is a door of the container 2. According to one embodiment, the front panel 6 can be made of two separate parts, each mounted hinged about a vertical axis so as to form a door to close an opening in the container 2 that provides access to the interior of the container 2. More specifically, the two parts of the front panel 6 are hinged on a rigid frame around the opening of the container 2, for example made of steel, the frame being rigidly fixed to the rest of the container. According to another embodiment, the front panel 6 is a single-piece panel attached to the rest of the container 2. Such an attached panel is particularly suitable when the opening of the refrigerated container 2 is closed using a roller shutter system.In this case, there is again a rigid metal frame, for example made of steel, around the opening and onto which the added panel can be fixed, for example by screwing.

[0084]

[0066] The panels 3-7 of the box each include in their thickness a thermally insulating material, for example in the form of foam, i.e. conferring high thermal insulation properties, suitable for the refrigerated transport of goods.

[0085]

[0067] According to one embodiment, each panel 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 has a layered, or "sandwich," structure, meaning that it comprises a rigid foam core between two facings. The rigid foam is, for example, a polyurethane foam with a density of approximately 40 kg / m³. 3The facings are, for example, made of composite materials such as glass fibers embedded in an unsaturated polyester resin matrix. The facings can also be made of plastic or metal.

[0086]

[0068] The panels 3-7 are joined to each other by gluing, for example using a very high-performance structural polyurethane adhesive, such as Henkel's Loctite® adhesive. Gluing avoids drilling into the panels 3-7, which could degrade thermal insulation performance and compromise the structural integrity of the crate 2. As will be seen later, the gluing surfaces are protected by angle brackets also glued to the outer faces of the crate 2 panels. Each angle bracket, for example, has an L-shaped cross-section and is glued across at least two crate panels. Sealant joints can be added to the angle brackets to protect the adhesive from the external environment, i.e., in particular to ensure good

[0087] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP air and water tightness, as well as maintaining the adhesive's capabilities in terms of pull-out and shear resistance.

[0088]

[0069] The container 2 further comprises a set 8 of structural stiffening elements, increasing the container's stiffness, i.e., its resistance to deformation under stress. In other words, the set 8 of structural stiffening elements provides the mechanical stiffening of the container 2 with respect to the stresses normally expected as a refrigerated container for transporting goods. The set 8 of structural stiffening elements includes elements external to the panels of the container 2, and / or integrated within the thickness of the container panels. The set 8 of structural stiffening elements is inherent to the container 2, present during the use of the container 2 for transporting goods; i.e., it is not added during a specific step for conversion into a building.The set of 8 stiffening elements may in particular be made entirely or partly of metal, for example aluminium, steel or alloy.

[0089]

[0070] As will be seen later, the set of 8 stiffening elements forms preferential gripping points for a through-bolt fastening system, in that the pull-out resistance of the elements in the set of 8 stiffening elements is greater than that of the thermally insulating material, and more generally, greater than that of the panel(s) comprising the thermally insulating material. Pull-out resistance is understood here as the maximum force that must be exerted on a fastener to remove it from a material. Thus, pull-out resistance can notably be evaluated by a pull-out test, during which a through-bolt such as a screw is inserted into a sample of the material to be tested, and the tensile force required to remove said through-bolt from the sample is measured. Standard NF P30-310 provides guidelines for carrying out an example of a pull-out test.

[0090]

[0071] Identifying and using the set 8 of stiffening elements inherent to the casing 2 simplifies the installation of the cladding and ensures its mechanical strength by combining it with the structural stiffening elements. It should be noted that the building thus uses the inherent structure of casing 2 as an integral part of its own structure.

[0091]

[0072] The stiffening elements 8 include, in particular, a reinforcement 9 in at least one of the lateral panels 5, 6, 7. In practice, each lateral panel 5, 6, 7 includes a reinforcement 9. As illustrated in the figures, the reinforcement 9 is, for example, formed by inserts, also called plates, extending substantially vertically and distributed substantially regularly on an inner face of the

[0092] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP side panels 5, 6, 7. The reinforcement 9 can be metallic, for example, aluminum. Alternatively, or in combination, the inserts can be distributed on one outer face of the side panels 5, 6, 7, or embedded within the thickness of the side panels 5, 6, 7. Alternatively, the reinforcement can be a metallic grid, for example, embedded within the thickness of the side panels 5, 6, 7, or a metallic sheet covering the panel on the inner and / or outer side. The reinforcement 9 is inherent to the crate 2, i.e., it is part of the crate 2 used as a transport crate, and was not added during the conversion into a building.

[0093]

[0073] The assembly 8 of structural stiffening element may also include reinforcement integrated into the floor 3. This includes, for example, plywood plates, e.g. glued laminated wood, metal inserts or plates and / or crossbeams made of composite materials, e.g. polyurethane foam encased in a polyester and glass composite envelope.

[0094]

[0074] The structural stiffening assembly 8 may further include at least one support profile, or in practice a plurality of support profiles, fixed by bonding to the inner faces of the panels. Such support profiles are commonly found in a refrigerated transport container, particularly for supporting accessories for storing goods in the container 2. These include, for example, profiles for supporting shelves on the side panels 5, 6, 7 and / or profiles for supporting suspension devices, such as meat hooks, on the roof 4. The support profiles are, for example, made of metal.

[0095]

[0075] The set 8 of stiffening elements may further include the rigid frame around the opening giving access to the interior of the refrigerated box 2.

[0096]

[0076] The structural stiffening element assembly 8 finally includes at least one angle bracket 10, already mentioned above, serving to protect the bonding surface between two panels of the box 2. More precisely, the box 2 includes, for example, twelve angle brackets 10, each angle bracket 10 being placed on an edge of the box 2, on the outer side of the box 2. Each angle bracket 10 is in the form of a profile with a substantially L-shaped cross-section. The structural stiffening element assembly 8 may further include at least one connecting element 11 bonded to the panels 3-7 at the junction between two angle brackets 10, at a corner of the box 2. The angle brackets 10 and the connecting elements 11 are in particular metallic, for example made of aluminum or aluminum alloy.

[0097]

[0077] A step of identifying a crate 2 with characteristics suitable for conversion into building 1 can then be implemented, in which the presence of all 8 elements of is verified.

[0098] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP structural stiffening. A structural integrity check of box 2 can also be carried out, during which it is verified that the right angles between the panels are maintained and that the joint between panels 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, as well as the joint of the angle brackets 10 on panels 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7, is watertight. It should be noted that these joints are generally made using high-performance adhesives with an unlimited lifespan. An inspection of the condition of panels 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 can also be carried out.

[0099]

[0078] The crate 2 to be transformed into building 1 is therefore the result of a selection.

[0100]

[0079] Preliminary work on the container 2 may be required, for example, to repair a minor defect. In one embodiment, the refrigerated transport container 2 is connected to a refrigeration unit during its use for transporting goods. An opening may then be made, for example, in the rear panel 7 to allow the passage of a ventilation system for the refrigeration unit. Preliminary work may therefore consist of removing the refrigeration unit and sealing the opening, for example, with insulating material and resin.

[0101]

[0080] The building 1 includes at least one cladding system 12 for the crate, i.e. an element or set of elements attached to the crate 2 allowing the crate 2 to be adapted for use as a building for the public. Thus, cladding has in particular a decorative function, possibly combined with a normative function (for example, fire resistance, absence of harmful substances, resistance to humidity).

[0102]

[0081] The cladding system 12 is fixed to the casing 2 in a particular way, in order to preserve the properties, in particular the insulation properties, of the casing 2.

[0103]

[0082] Thus, building 1 includes a fastening system 13 between the cladding system 12 and the casing 2. The fastening system 13 includes at least one through-bolt device 14, i.e., of the nail or screw type, which is inserted into a coaxial hole in the cladding system 12 and the casing 2. More precisely, the through-bolt device 14 passes through the cladding system 12 on one side and through at least one element of the assembly 8 of structural stiffening elements on the other, without, however, passing through the panel 3-7 of the casing, and more specifically without passing through the insulating material within the thickness of the panel. In practice, the fastening system 13 includes a plurality of through-bolt devices 14. No other element of the casing 2 is affected by the through-bolt devices 14 of the fastening system 13.In other words, the fastening system 13 does not penetrate any element of the box 2 other than the elements of the structural stiffening assembly 8, so as not to create any points of infiltration or thermal bridges. Thus, the insulating properties of the box panels 3-7 are preserved by avoiding penetration of the foam.

[0104] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP providing insulating properties. In addition, by securing the structural stiffening elements with through-bolts 14, the mechanical strength, such as the pull-out resistance of the cladding system 2 in particular, is improved.

[0105]

[0083] In one embodiment, the front panel 6 of the crate is used as a door for the building. In another embodiment, as shown in the figures, the door of the crate formed by the front panel 6 is sealed. Therefore, the building 1 includes at least one opening in a lateral panel 5, 6, 7 of the crate 2. The opening corresponds in its shape and dimensions either to a doorway or a window. In order for the building 1 to be suitable and pleasant for receiving people, the building 1 may include at least one opening, preferably at least two openings, namely at least one opening 15 forming a doorway and / or at least one opening 16 forming a window.

[0106]

[0084] We will now describe two embodiments of building 1, namely a first embodiment called interior, in which the cladding system

[0107] 12 comprises is applied to the inner faces of the panels of the body 2, and a second embodiment called exterior in which the cladding system 12 is applied to the outer faces of the panels of the body 2, it being understood that these two embodiments can be carried out in combination, that is to say that the cladding system 12 can be both interior and exterior.

[0108]

[0085] In the interior embodiment, the cladding system 12 is applied to the inner face of at least one panel of the body 2. According to the example shown with the aid of figures, the cladding system 12 covers the inner face of the side panels 5, the front panel 6, the rear panel 7 and the roof 4. The reinforcement inserts 9 of the side panel 5 are arranged on the inner face of said side panel 5, and are therefore visible before the cladding system 12 is put in place. The reinforcement inserts 9 extend substantially vertically, parallel to each other, and are regularly spaced from each other.

[0109]

[0086] The cladding system 12 includes a primary structure 17 fixed to the body using the fixing system 13 and a secondary structure 18 which is fixed to the primary structure 17.

[0110]

[0087] We will describe the primary structure 17 with respect to a side panel 5, it being understood that this description is immediately transposed to the other side panels 5, front 6 and rear 7.

[0111]

[0088] According to the internal embodiment, the primary structure 17 comprises an arrangement of beams, for example made of wood.

[0112] CORRECTED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP

[0089] A first set of at least one beam 19, in practice a plurality of beams 19 referred to as panel beams 19, is arranged substantially perpendicular to the reinforcement inserts 9 on the inner face of the lateral panel 5, i.e., in this case, substantially horizontally, and is fixed by installing through-fasteners 14 between the panel beams 19 and the reinforcement inserts 9. The through-fasteners 14 are, for example, self-drilling screws. The panel beams 19 are distributed substantially regularly along the vertical direction to ensure the regularity of the structure and the proper distribution of forces, and may, in particular, be applied against the inserts 9, when these are available from the outside of the panel, or against the inner surface of the panel concerned. Thus, according to this example, pull-out resistance refers to the pull-out resistance for such screws.

[0113]

[0090] When one or more openings 15 forming a door are present, a second set of at least one beam, in practice a plurality of beams 20 called door beams 20, is arranged around each opening 15 forming a door. The door beams 20 then include a substantially horizontal door beam 20, forming a top rail of the door, which can be fixed to the reinforcement inserts 9 as before. The door beams 20 of the second set also include two substantially vertical first door beams 20, each forming a door jamb, and are fixed to at least one first horizontal beam 19 of the first set.More specifically, some of the first horizontal beams 19 of the first assembly may have an end that abuts a vertical door beam 20 of the second assembly, so that a fastener can be placed at this point between said panel beam 19 and said door beam 20. Any type of fastener can be used, for example, screwing, nailing, or gluing. The primary structure 17 may then include substantially vertical cross braces 21 that are fixed between the horizontal door beam 20 of the second assembly and the panel beam 19 of the first assembly that is closest to and above them. The cross braces 21 can be fixed, for example, by screwing, nailing, or gluing. The cross braces 21 strengthen the structure by increasing the mechanical resistance, particularly to bending, of the horizontal door beam 20 of the second assembly.The fixing of the horizontal door beam 20 of the second assembly onto the reinforcement inserts 9 can then be superfluous, and therefore omitted. The second assembly of beams 20 thus forms a support for a door frame 18b, allowing, in particular, the mounting of a door jamb.

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[0091] Where one or more openings 16 forming a window are present, a third assembly of at least one beam 22, in practice a plurality of beams 22 referred to as window beams 22, is also arranged around each opening 16 forming a window. More precisely, the third assembly comprises two substantially horizontal window beams 22 forming the top and bottom rails of the window, and two substantially vertical window beams 22 forming the jambs of the window.The fastening of the window beams 22 of the third assembly is similar to that of the door beams 20 of the second assembly, namely that the substantially horizontal window beams 22 can be fastened by means of through-bolts 14 at the level of the reinforcement inserts 9, and / or the substantially horizontal window beams 22 are each fastened to a panel beam 19 of the first assembly by means of vertical spacers 21, and / or each substantially vertical window beam 22 is fastened to one or more first beams 19 of the first assembly that are abutted to it. The third assembly of beams 22 thus forms a support for a window frame 18c, allowing, in particular, the mounting of a window jamb.

[0115]

[0092] To also attach the cladding system 12 to the roof 4, the primary structure 17 may include a fourth set of at least one beam 23, in practice a plurality of beams 23 referred to as roof beams 23. When the roof 4 includes at least one support profile, the roof beams 23 of the fourth set may be attached to said support profile by means of the through-bolts 14. Alternatively, or in combination, the roof beams 23 of the fourth set are attached to the panel beams 19 of the first set. More specifically, the first set may then include a panel beam 19 referred to as the upper panel beam, the one closest to the inner face of the roof 4 but at a sufficient distance from said inner face so that an extreme portion of a beam 23 of the fourth set may be inserted between the inner face of the roof 4 and the upper panel beam 19 of the first set.Each beam 23 of the fourth assembly can then be positioned in the transverse direction, supported between two opposing side panels on upper panel beams 19, specifically the upper panel beam 19 of the first assembly fixed to one side panel 5 and the upper panel beam 19 of the first assembly fixed to the other side panel 5. The roof beams 23 of the fourth assembly can be fixed in any way, for example by screwing, nailing, or gluing, to the upper panel beams 19 of the first assemblies of each side panel 5.

[0116]

[0093] The primary structure 17 thus formed is fixed by the devices 14 passing only through the set 8 of structural stiffening elements of the

[0117] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP box 2, with no other element of box 2 being penetrated. Optionally, bonding points of the primary structure 17 on the inner face of the side panel 5 may be provided to improve the stability and mechanical strength of the cladding system 12.

[0118]

[0094] The primary structure 17 can then form a support for the secondary structure 18. As will be seen later, an intermediate structure, in addition to the secondary structure 18, can be attached to the primary structure 17 in order to provide support adapted to the orientation of the elements of the secondary structure 18.

[0119]

[0095] The secondary structure 18 can also be called the decorative structure, and includes in particular:

[0120] - a coating 18a for all or part of at least one of the panels (3, 4, 5, 6, 7), i.e. that the coating 18a covers at least part of the inner or outer face, or both, of at least one panel 3-7 of the body; and / or

[0121] - a frame 18b, 18c for at least one door opening 15 or a window opening 16 made in at least one of the panels, and preferably at least one of the side panels 5, 6, 7, the opening being intended to form a door or a window.

[0122]

[0096] A building is presented here in which the cladding system 12 includes both a cladding 18a, a door frame 18b and a door frame 18c, it being understood that the building 1 may include only one of the cladding elements 12.

[0123]

[0097] As illustrated in the figures, the building 1 comprises a cladding 18a which forms a facing, i.e., a cladding intended to be visible, and for this purpose may include a set 24 of vertical blades fixed to the primary structure 17 by any known means, for example by screwing, nailing, or gluing. The vertical blades 24 of the decorative structure 18 then extend substantially perpendicularly to the beams 19 of the first set, facilitating the fixing of the blades. The decorative structure 18 may also include panels cut to the dimensions of the casing and openings 15, 16, fixed to the primary structure 17.

[0124]

[0098] The covering 18a may include a stretched ceiling type device to cover the inner face of the roof 4; in this case, the fourth set of beams 23 is superfluous.

[0125]

[0099] According to the example in the figures, building 1 includes a frame

[0126] 18b of door, which may include 25 door frame plates applied to the

[0127] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP outline of a door opening 15. Preferably, the width of the door frame plates 25 is greater than the thickness of the panel in which the door opening 15 is made. The door frame plates 25 are fixed to the primary structure 17 via the beams 20 of the second assembly. The fixing of the door frame plates 25 to the beams 20 of the second assembly can be carried out in any way, for example by screws 26 passing through the beams 20 and the door frame plates 25 in a direction substantially parallel to the outer face of the side panel 5, so as not to pass through the side panel 5. The door frame plates 25 thus form a door frame and conceal the thickness of the panel 5 in which the door opening 15 has been cut.

[0128] Each door opening 15 may include at least three door frame plates 25, with sealing devices being able to be installed between said door frame plates 25. The door frame plates 25 may be fitted with the various elements for mounting a door leaf onto the frame, such as hinges and / or the lock strike plate, or even a trim.

[0129]

[0100] Similarly, the building 1 in the figures includes a window frame 18c which may include window frame plates 27 applied to the outline of a door window opening 16. Preferably, the width of the window frame plates 27 is greater than the thickness of the panel in which the window opening 16 is made. The window frame plates 27 are fixed to the primary structure 17 via the beams 22 of the third assembly. The door frame plates 27 can be fixed to the beams 22 of the third assembly in any manner similar to that of the door frame plates 25. Each window opening 16 may include at least four window frame plates 27, and sealing devices may be placed between said plates 27. The plates 27 thus form a window frame and conceal the thickness of the panel 5 in which the window opening 16 has been cut.The 27 window frame plates can be fitted with the various elements to mount a window sash onto the frame, such as hinges and / or the lock strike plate, or even a trim.

[0130]

[0101] According to one embodiment, the door frame plates 25 and the window frame plates 27 are also fixed to a primary structure attached to the outer face of the panel concerned. The fixing will be detailed in the outer embodiment.

[0131]

[0102] The floor 3 can be covered with any suitable covering, for example a PVC covering in the form of rolls to be unrolled and / or planks or tiles. Such a covering may be glued to the floor s, but not necessarily.

[0132] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP

[0103] The cladding system 12 on the inner face of the side panel 5, and where applicable, the roof 4, gives the interior of the box 2, converted into a building 1, a comfortable and pleasant atmosphere. The pattern and / or texture of the cladding system 12, and more particularly of the decorative structure 24, can be left to the users' choice, depending on the desired atmosphere.

[0133]

[0104] According to one embodiment, the cladding system 12 is at least partly, and preferably entirely, made of wood.

[0134]

[0105] The primary structure 17 creates a space between the inner face of the side panel 5 and the decorative structure. This space can be filled, in whole or in part, with a material having fire-resistant, for example, and / or acoustically insulating, and / or thermally insulating properties. In particular, a fire-resistant material is suitable for making the building comply with the regulatory requirements for public access buildings (ERP) and / or high-rise buildings (ERT).

[0135]

[0106] We will now describe the so-called external embodiment. The elements of the external embodiment that are similar to those of the internal embodiment bear the same reference numerals.

[0136]

[0107] In the exterior embodiment, the cladding system 12 is applied to the outer face of at least one panel of the body 2. According to the example shown with reference to the figures, the cladding system 12 covers the outer face of the side panels 5, front panel 6, and rear panel 7. In particular, the body 2 includes a top angle bracket 10, substantially horizontal, positioned between each side panel 5 and the roof 4, and a bottom angle bracket 10, substantially horizontal, positioned between each side panel 5 and the floor s. A side angle bracket 10 may also be present between each side panel 5 and the front panel 6, and / or between each side panel 5 and the rear panel 7. Angle brackets 10, substantially horizontal, can also be placed between the front panel 6 and the roof 4, between the front panel 6 and the floor 3, between the rear panel 7 and the roof 4 and between the rear panel 7 and the floor 3.The angle brackets 10 are inherent elements of box 2, that is to say they are not added and fixed to box 2 as part of the transformation into building 1.

[0137]

[0108] As with the interior embodiment, the cladding system 12 includes a so-called primary structure 17 fixed to the body using the fixing system 13 and a so-called secondary structure 18 which is fixed to the primary structure.

[0138]

[0109] We will describe the primary structure 17 with respect to a side panel 5, it being understood that this description is immediately transposed to the other side panels 5, front 6 and rear 7.

[0139] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP

[0110] According to the external embodiment, the primary structure 17 comprises a first set of at least one beam 28, in practice a plurality of beams 28 referred to as panel beams 28, which are substantially vertical. Each panel beam 28 of the first set is applied to the outer face of the lateral panel 5 and fixed to an upper angle bracket 10 and a lower angle bracket 10, using a through-device 14 of the fastening system 13. The through-devices 14 are, for example, self-drilling screws. The panel beams 28 of the first assembly can also be fixed to the outer face of the side panel 5, for example in a region substantially equidistant from the upper and lower angle brackets 10 using glue or in regions regularly distributed between the upper and lower angle brackets 10, in order to limit the vibrations of the beams 28, and therefore of the cladding system

[0140] 12, and increase the strength. The panel beams 28 of the first set can be distributed substantially regularly along the longitudinal direction in order to ensure the regularity of the structure and the proper distribution of forces.

[0141]

[0111] A second set of at least one beam 30, in practice a plurality of beams 30 referred to as door beams 30, is arranged around each opening 15 forming a door. The door beams 30 of the second set then include a substantially horizontal door beam 30, forming a top rail of the door. The primary structure 17 then includes at least one connecting beam 31, substantially vertical, which is fixed by a through-bolt 14 to a top angle bracket 10 and which abuts the substantially horizontal door beam 30 of the first set. The substantially horizontal door beam 30 can then be fixed to the connecting beam 31 in any way, for example by gluing, screwing, or nailing. In practice, several connecting beams 31 can be used, depending on the requirements, for example, the dimensions of the opening 15 and / or the mechanical strength.The door beams 30 of the second assembly also include two substantially vertical door beams 30, each forming a door jamb. More specifically, the vertical door beams 30 of the second assembly butt together and are fixed to the horizontal beam 30 by any known means, for example by gluing, screwing, or nailing.

[0142]

[0112] A third set of at least one beam 32, in practice a plurality of beams 32 referred to as window beams 32, is arranged around each opening 16 forming a window. More precisely, the third set comprises two substantially horizontal window beams 32 forming the top and bottom rails of the window, and two substantially vertical window beams 32 forming the jambs of the window. The fastening of the window beams 32 of the third set is similar to that of the door beams 30 of the second set, namely that at

[0143] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP less one connecting beam 31, in practice several connecting beams 31 depending on the needs, of the primary structure 17 can butt the substantially horizontal window beams 32, the connecting beams 31 being fixed by through devices 14 to a high angle 10 or a low angle 10; the substantially horizontal window beams 32 of the third set are then fixed to the connecting beams 31 everywhere average, for example by screwing, nailing or gluing. The third set of beams 32 thus forms a frame support for the sash of a window.

[0144]

[0113] The primary structure 17 can then form a support for the secondary structure 18.

[0145]

[0114] Similar to the interior embodiment, in the exterior embodiment, the secondary structure 18 includes a door frame 18a, which comprises door frame plates 25, fixed to the primary structure 17 by means of the door beams 30 of the second assembly. The door frame plates 25 are fixed to the door beams 30 of the second assembly in any manner, for example, by screws passing through the door beams 30 and the plates 25 in a direction substantially parallel to the outer face of the side panel 5, so as not to pass through the side panel 5. The door frame plates 25 thus form a door frame and conceal the thickness of the panel 5 in which the door opening 15 has been cut. Each door opening 15 may comprise at least three door frame plates 25, and sealing devices may be placed between said plates 25.The 25 door frame plates can be fitted with the various elements to mount a door leaf onto the frame, such as hinges and / or the lock strike plate, or even a trim.

[0146]

[0115] Similarly, in the exterior embodiment, the secondary structure 18 includes a window frame 18c which may include window frame plates 27, fixed to the primary structure 17 via the window beams 32 of the third assembly. The window frame plates 27 may be fixed to the window beams 32 of the second assembly in any manner similar to that of the door frame plates 25. Each window opening 16 may include at least four window frame plates 27, and sealing devices may be placed between said window plates 27. The window plates 27 thus form a window frame and conceal the thickness of the panel 5 in which the window opening 16 has been cut. The window frame plates 27 may be equipped with various

[0147] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP elements for mounting a window sash on the frame, such as hinges and / or the lock strike plate, or even a trim.

[0148]

[0116] When the interior embodiment is combined with the exterior embodiment, i.e., when the cladding system 12 is installed on both the interior and exterior faces of the side panel 5, the door frame plates 25 can be fixed to both the door beams 20 of the second assembly of the interior embodiment and the door beams 30 of the second assembly of the exterior embodiment. Similarly, the window frame plates 27 can then be fixed to both the beams 22 of the third assembly of the exterior embodiment and the beams 32 of the third assembly of the exterior embodiment.

[0149]

[0117] According to the example shown, the primary structure 17 mainly comprises beams extending in the vertical direction, with the exception of the substantially horizontal beams 30 of the second sets of beams 30 and the substantially horizontal beams 32 of the third sets of beams 32. In order to be able to fix substantially vertical elements, for example of the type of cladding boards, forming the secondary structure 18, the cladding system 12 may include an intermediate structure 33, fixed on the primary structure 17, which makes it possible to offer a support oriented in a way suitable for fixing the secondary structure 18.

[0150]

[0118] Thus, as illustrated in the example in Figure 10, the intermediate structure 33 may comprise at least one beam 34, in practice a plurality of beams 34 oriented substantially horizontally, and fixed to the primary structure 17 by any known means, taking care not to pierce the casing 2 on any elements other than those of the set 8 of stiffening elements. The beams 34 may, however, be oriented in any manner suitable for fixing the secondary structure 18.

[0151]

[0119] The secondary structure 18 can then be fixed to the intermediate structure 33. For example, the secondary structure 18 comprises a cladding 18a in the form of vertical slats 35, fixed in any known manner, for example by screwing, nailing and / or gluing to the beams 34 of the intermediate structure 33. Other decorative elements 36 can be fixed to the slat cladding 35, such as patterns or panels, without drilling through the casing 2.

[0152]

[0120] The space between the outer surface of the panel 5 and the secondary structure can be used to be filled, in part or completely, with a material having determined properties, such as thermal insulation, acoustic insulation, and / or fire resistance.

[0153] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP

[0121] According to one embodiment, the primary structure 17, the secondary structure 18 and, where applicable, the intermediate structure 33 are at least partly, and preferably entirely, made of bio-based material, for example, wood. The use of wood makes it possible to meet the requirements in terms of mechanical strength and durability, but also in terms of thermal insulation and comfort for people in the building 1.

[0154]

[0122] Although the interior embodiment and the exterior embodiment have been described separately, it is immediately apparent that building 1 can combine the two embodiments, and have a cladding system 12 both interior and exterior.

[0155]

[0123] Thanks to the installation of the cladding system 2 using the fastening system 13, which specifically targets the set 8 of structural stiffening elements, the thermal insulation performance of the casing 2 is preserved, resulting in high thermal insulation performance for the building 1, with a low material investment. Costs are thus reduced. Furthermore, since the pull-out resistance of the elements of the set 8 of stiffening elements with respect to the through-bolt device 14 is greater than that of the insulating material, the weight of the cladding system 12, and possibly additional elements such as decoration, that the fastening system 13 can support is greater than that of a fastener on the insulating material.Thus, the pull-out resistance of the set 8 of stiffening elements is determined so as to be able to support a minimum weight corresponding to the cladding system 12, and preferably a minimum weight greater than that of the cladding system 12 to take into account additional elements.

[0156]

[0124] According to one embodiment, building 1 further includes a waterproof roof cover 40 of the roof 4, placed on the outer surface of the roof, in order to improve the building's water tightness.

[0157]

[0125] The waterproof covering 40 includes, for example, an EPDM membrane 41 (EPDM stands for Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer). The surface area of ​​the membrane 41 is greater than the outer surface of the roof 4, so that when the membrane 41 is applied to the outer surface of the roof 4, the membrane 41 includes at least one edge 42 folded over a previously described high angle bracket 10. Preferably, the membrane 41 includes four edges 42, each folded over a high angle bracket 10 between each side panel 5, 6, 7 and the roof 4, so as to cover the junction between the roof 4 and each side panel 5, 6, 7.

[0158]

[0126] The membrane 41 is applied to the outer surface of the roof 4 before the installation of the cladding system 12 in the case of an external cladding.

[0159] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP Advantageously, the primary structure 17 can be used to fix the edges 42 of the membrane 41 against the side panels 5, 6, 7. In particular, the panel beams 28 can wedge the edges 42 against the panels 5, 6, 7. With the primary structure in place as described above, the through-device 14 can be used to pass through a panel beam 28, an edge 42 and a top angle 10, ensuring a rigid fixing with good mechanical strength of the roofing 40. The secondary structure 18, including in particular the coating 18a on the outer surface of the side panels 5, 6, 7, can then be put in place as described above.

[0160]

[0127] The transformation of the crate 2 into building 1 can be carried out in the factory, then building 2 is moved to the place of use by any suitable means, for example by truck trailer.

[0161]

[0128] Building 1 can be easily installed on any type of terrain. Soil preparation of the site on which the building will be placed can be carried out, for example, by leveling and / or drying the soil. Building 1 can be installed directly or indirectly, using shims, micro-foundations, beams, or pads, for example. Building 1 can also be installed underground.

[0162]

[0129] The resulting building 1 exhibits high environmental quality. Indeed, the recycling of refrigerated transport crates, the preservation of the crates' thermal insulation properties, and the use of bio-based materials result in a low carbon footprint.

[0163] RECTIFIED SHEET (RULE 91) ISA / EP Advantageously, the primary structure 17 can be used to fix the edges 42 of the membrane 41 against the side panels 5, 6, 7. In particular, the panel beams 28 can wedge the edges 42 against the panels 5, 6, 7. With the primary structure in place as described above, the through-device 14 can be used to pass through a panel beam 28, an edge 42 and a top angle 10, ensuring a rigid fixing with good mechanical strength of the roofing 40. The secondary structure 18, including in particular the coating 18a on the outer surface of the side panels 5, 6, 7, can then be put in place as described above.

[0164]

[0128] The transformation of the crate 2 into building 1 can be carried out in the factory, then building 2 is moved to the place of use by any suitable means, for example by truck trailer.

[0165]

[0129] Building 1 can be easily installed on any type of terrain. Soil preparation of the site on which the building will be placed can be carried out, for example, by leveling and / or drying the soil. Building 1 can be installed directly or indirectly, using shims, micro-foundations, beams, or pads, for example. Building 1 can also be installed underground.

[0166]

[0130] The resulting building 1 exhibits high environmental quality. Indeed, the recycling of refrigerated transport crates, the preservation of the crates' thermal insulation properties, and the use of bio-based materials result in a low carbon footprint.

Claims

DEMANDS

1. Building (1) intended to receive persons, the building (1) comprising at least one refrigerated container (2) for the transport of goods, the container (2) forming a volume comprising at least four side panels (5, 6, 7), one top panel (4), and one bottom panel (3), at least one of said panels (3, 4, 5, 6, 7) comprising a thermally insulating material, the refrigerated container (2) further comprising at least one set (8) of structural stiffening elements inherent to the container (2), the pull-out resistance of one element (9, 10) of the set (8) of structural stiffening elements being greater than that of said thermally insulating material, The building (1) being characterized in that it comprises at least a cladding system (12) for the casing (2) and a fastening system (13) between the cladding system (12) and the casing (2), the cladding system (12) comprising: A coating (18a) for all or part of at least one of the panels (3, 4, 5, 6, 7); and / or A frame (18b, 18c) for at least one opening (15,16) made in at least one of the panels, preferably one of the side panels (5, 6, 7); And in that the fastening system (13) includes at least one device (14) passing at least partially through the cladding system (12) and at least one element (9, 10) of the assembly (8) of stiffening elements of the body (2).

2. Building according to claim 1, wherein the set of stiffening elements (8) comprises at least one reinforcement (9) of said at least one panel and / or at least one corner angle (10) bonded between one of said side panels (5, 6, 7) and one of the upper panel (4) and the lower panel (3).

3. Building (1) according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the four side panels (3, 4, 5) comprise a thermally insulating material, and wherein the cladding system (12) is fixed to each side panel (3, 4, 5) by the fixing system (13).

4. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims wherein the insulating material comprises a rigid polyurethane foam.

5. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the assembly (8) of stiffening elements comprises at least one support profile fixed to the top panel, the support profile being intended to support accessories for storing goods suspended in the crate, the fastening system (13) comprising at least one device passing at least partially through the cladding system (12) and said support profile.

6. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein at least one side panel (5, 6, 7) of the casing (2) includes an opening (15, 16) forming a window or door.

7. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the cladding (12) comprises a coating (18a) applied to an inner face of at least one panel (3, 4, 5, 6, 7) of the casing (2).

8. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the cladding system (12) comprises a coating (18a) applied to an outer face of at least one panel (3, 4, 5, 6, 7) of the casing (2), the coating (18a) forming a facing.

9. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the cladding system (12) comprises a frame (18b, 18c) for at least one opening (15, 16) made in at least one of the side panels (5, 6, 7), the frame (18b, 18c) comprising at least one frame plate (25, 27) applied against at least a portion of a contour of the opening (15, 16).

10. Building (1) according to any one of the claims, wherein the cladding system (12) comprises a bio-based material, such as wood.

11. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the elements (9, 10) of the assembly (8) of stiffening elements are at least partly metallic.

12. Building (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the cladding system (12) comprises a primary structure (17) attached to the casing (2) by said fastening system (13) and a secondary structure (18) attached to the primary structure (17), the cladding (18a) and / or the frame (18b, 18c) forming part of the secondary structure.

13. A method for transforming a refrigerated goods transport container into a building according to any one of the preceding claims, the method comprising: - The identification of at least one refrigerated box forming a volume comprising at least four side panels (5, 6, 7), one top panel (4), and one bottom panel (3), at least one of said panels (3, 4, 5, 6, 7) comprising a thermally insulating material, the refrigerated box (2) further comprising at least one set (8) of structural stiffening elements of the box (2), the pull-out resistance of one element (9, 10) of the set (8) of structural stiffening elements being greater than that of said thermally insulating material; - Verification of the integrity of the refrigerated container; - The fixing of the cladding system (12) to the body using the fixing system (13) on the assembly (8) of stiffening elements.

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