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Every AiCool monoblock is a refined design: natural R290 refrigerant, energy-efficient components, intelligent control and rigorous testing in climate chambers. Explore the technologies behind the reliability of our units.
Technical solutions
What sets our monoblocks apart
Stainless steel casing (INOX)
A standard that provides the highest corrosion resistance, particularly important outdoors.
Operation in demanding conditions
Before they leave the plant, our monoblocks are tested in climate chambers. As standard they work in ambient temperatures up to +43°C, and in special-order versions — from -20°C to +43°C or from +10°C to +50°C.
Heat Recovery System (Waterloop)
The option to use waste heat for heating domestic water.
Dual-Range
A unique option combining cooling and freezing functions in a single unit.
Special projects
New products and made-to-order solutions
Beyond the standard range we design monoblocks for unusual requirements — from dual-range operation, through extreme ambient temperatures, to remote monitoring of an entire installation.
Cooling and freezing in one
Dual-Range monoblock
A versatile unit working in both chiller and freezer applications — within one compact monoblock. The inverter-driven compressor modulates capacity smoothly, matching it to the actual thermal load.
- Operating ranges: +1°C / +5°C (cooling) and −22°C / −18°C (freezing).
- Fast and simple mode switching — with no changes to the refrigeration circuit.
- Universal power supply 230 V / 50 Hz / 60 Hz.
- Integrated cold room lighting — no additional electrical installation.
Harsh ambient conditions
Versions −20°C / +43°C and +10°C / +50°C
Special-order versions for sites where the standard +10°C / +43°C range is not enough. At the cold end, high and low pressure switches together with a compressor crankcase heater allow a stable start-up at −20°C. At the hot end, a dedicated condenser and control algorithm hold capacity up to +50°C.
- −20°C / +43°C version — HP/LP pressure switches and a compressor crankcase heater.
- +10°C / +50°C version — dedicated condenser and heat rejection algorithm.
- EC fans — airflow control and high energy efficiency.
- Repeatable operating parameters under continuous industrial use.
Remote monitoring (HACCP)
IoT Gateway CH-XIG100
A remote access system for monoblocks developed together with Copeland: a Wi-Fi gateway connected to the controller and a cloud portal. Continuous parameter monitoring, remote diagnostics, alarm history and collection of the data required for HACCP.
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz, connection to the controller over Modbus RS485.
- Mains supply 85–230 V AC or USB-C 5 V DC; 2 NTC sensor inputs.
- Cloud portal: parameter preview, alarms, data visualisation, plug & play.
- Faster service response and fewer site visits — lower maintenance costs.
Configuration
Technical versions available to configure
Every monoblock can be ordered as standard or tailored to your project — below is the range of configuration options.
| Version type | Standard models | Optional versions |
|---|---|---|
| Operating temperature range | +10°C to +43°C | +10°C to +43°C with high and low pressure switches and a compressor crankcase heater; +10°C to +50°C — version for demanding ambient conditions; -20°C to +43°C (on request) |
| Cooled volume | 3–65 m³ | > 65 m³ (on request) |
| Cooling capacity | 0.5–3.9 kW | > 3.9 kW (on request) |
| Compressor | on/off | Inverter compressor |
| Power supply | 230 V / 50 Hz | 230 V / 50–60 Hz; 110–120 V / 50–60 Hz |
| Evaporator | Anti-corrosion protection | — |
| Monitoring | Can be integrated with remote monitoring systems | Optional IoT gateway (CH-XIG100) |
| Heat exchanger fans | Energy-efficient EC motors | — |
| Condensate evaporation | AISI 316 stainless steel coil | — |
| Casing | Stainless steel | — |
| Condensing system | Conventional — air cooled | WATERLOOP — water cooling and heat recovery; HYBRID — air and plate condenser (Waterloop) in a single unit |
| Air discharge | At the installation point | With a damper — directed air discharge |
| Cooling system | Single range — cooling or freezing | Dual range — cooling and freezing in one unit (Dual-Range) |
| For PU panels of thickness | PU panel 60/80/100 mm | Any PU panel thickness |
| Lighting | — | Lighting integrated with the monoblock |
| Door open sensor | Yes | — |
Components and control
Proven premium-class components
R290 refrigerant (propane)
A natural refrigerant with very low GWP — no F-gases, no register obligations and no emission charges.
Embraco compressors (optional: inverter)
Renowned Embraco compressors, optionally with inverter drive — smooth capacity control, lower power consumption and quieter operation.
Energy-efficient EC fans
Electronically commutated (EC) motors with high efficiency and long service life.
Ferro Coils exchangers (Cu-Al)
Copper-aluminium Ferro Coils exchangers with an epoxy coating — corrosion resistance and stable performance.
CAREL / Dixell / Sanhua controls
Renowned CAREL and Dixell controllers and Sanhua valves — precise parameter control and hot-gas defrost.
BMS integration (ModBus RTU)
Integrated control with the option to connect to building management systems over ModBus RTU.
Remote access — IoT Gateway
Remote monitoring of operating parameters and online diagnostics 24/7, reducing the number of service visits.
Plug & play design
A ready all-in-one system — fast installation without a specialist refrigeration crew and easy servicing.
Need an efficient and reliable monoblock?
We will match the right solution.
Whether you are fitting out a standard cold room, a catering counter or designing an innovative solution — we will supply a unit with the right capacity and dimensions.