A complex for storing live and frozen crabs will be built in Primorye

A complex for storing live and frozen crabs will be built in Primorye: a new impetus for the industrial refrigeration industry

Primorsky Krai, known for its rich marine resources, is preparing to implement a large-scale project: the construction of a modern complex for storing live and frozen crab. This initiative will undoubtedly be an important step in the development of the region's fishing industry, optimizing logistics chains and improving the quality of the supplied products. The complex is planned to include a storage facility capable of holding up to 200 tons of live crab and a refrigerated warehouse with a capacity of 5,000 tons of frozen products. This project will have a significant impact on companies specializing in industrial refrigeration equipment, opening up new opportunities for collaboration and the introduction of advanced technologies.

The construction of such a complex requires the use of high-tech and reliable equipment that ensures strict temperature and humidity control. To maintain the vitality of live crabs, it is necessary to create conditions that are as close as possible to their natural habitat, which includes not only maintaining a specific water and air temperature, but also using filtration and aeration systems. In turn, the refrigerated warehouse for frozen products must guarantee deep freezing and stable storage of crabs for an extended period without compromising their quality or consumer properties.

What types of industrial refrigeration equipment will be required for this large-scale project? Let's explore the main types of equipment and their characteristics:

• Compressor units: The "heart" of any refrigeration system. Screw compressors are often used for such applications due to their high performance, energy efficiency, and reliability. For example, the Bitzer CSH9573-200Y screw compressor has a cooling capacity of up to 1500 kW at a boiling temperature of -10°C and a condensation temperature of +40°C. Another option is piston compressors, such as the Bock HGX88e/1180-4 S, which is reliable and less expensive.
• Air coolers: Provide efficient heat removal from storage rooms. Depending on the temperature and humidity requirements, different types of air coolers are used: dry-type, electric-type, or hot-gas-type. An example is the Güntner GACC 080.2B air cooler, which has a heat capacity of up to 80 kW and adjustable fan performance.
• Condensers: They remove the heat generated during the cooling process into the environment. Both air-cooled condensers (such as the Alfa Laval AlfaBlue J92), which are easy to install and maintain, and water-cooled condensers (such as shell-and-tube condensers), which are more efficient but require a recirculating water supply system, are used.
• Pump stations: They ensure the circulation of the refrigerant in the system. For large refrigeration complexes, pump stations with adjustable capacity are used to ensure optimal system operation depending on the load.
• Automation and control systems: They monitor and regulate all parameters of the refrigeration system, ensuring stable operation and energy savings. Modern automation systems allow for remote control of the system, monitoring temperature conditions, and alerting users in case of emergencies. An example is the Danfoss AK-CC 550 controller, which enables the control of multiple cooling circuits and the precise maintenance of set parameters.
• Refrigeration doors: Ensure the tightness of storage chambers and minimize heat loss. Various types of refrigeration doors are used, such as sliding doors, swing doors, and doors with electric or manual drives. It is important to use doors with a high level of insulation, such as Isopan doors with a thermal conductivity coefficient of 0.022 W/(m*K).

The construction of a crab storage complex in Primorye will undoubtedly provide an incentive for companies engaged in the production and supply of industrial refrigeration equipment. This project will not only provide an opportunity for the implementation of large orders, but also contribute to the introduction of innovative technologies in the field of refrigeration, improving the energy efficiency and environmental friendliness of refrigeration units. In the long term, this will have a positive impact on the competitiveness of domestic enterprises and strengthen the position of Primorye as a key player in the market of marine resources.