Project Overview
This project, located in Yanyuan County, Sichuan Province, covers a total construction area of 3,888 square meters, with 18 independent controlled-atmosphere (CA) cold rooms. The project was designed and completed within a 60-day construction period, providing advanced preservation solutions for local apple production and other agricultural products.
Key Requirements
- Preservation Function: Provide a long-term, stable CA environment for Yanyuan apples and other agricultural products to minimize spoilage and maximize economic returns.(Apples can be stored for 6–8 months without quality degradation.)
- Temperature Control: Maintain a precise temperature range of 0°C to +5°C (32°F to 41°F) with minimal fluctuations to prevent freezing or decay.
- Zoning Flexibility: The 18 independent rooms allow for partitioned, variety-specific, and time-sensitive storage, catering to multiple cooperatives and farmers simultaneously.
- Automation & Reliability: Utilize intelligent control systems for unmanned operation, remote monitoring, and reduced dependency on local technical expertise.
Technical Specifications
A. Storage Structure
- 18 Independent CA Rooms: Each room features individualized control of temperature, humidity, and gas composition (O₂, CO₂).
- Insulation: 100mm–150mm thick B1-rated polyurethane sandwich panels with double-sided color steel/stainless steel and high-standard airtight design.
B. Refrigeration System
- Compressors: High-efficiency scroll or screw parallel units (tailored to simultaneous operational rates), using eco-friendly refrigerants (R507A/R134a).
- Cooling Technology: Variable frequency adjustment, multi-stage defrosting, and optimized airflow ensure uniform and stable conditions.
C. CA System
- Gas Regulation: Nitrogen generators (PSA/membrane separation), CO₂ scrubbers, ethylene removers, and real-time O₂/CO₂ sensors.
- Control System: Advanced centralized control system (e.g., Siemens, Schneider) for monitoring and adjusting temperature, humidity, gas levels, and equipment status.
D. Automation & Monitoring
- Remote management capabilities with real-time alerts and data logging.
- Automated defrosting and energy-saving modes to reduce operational costs.
Construction & Completion Photos

Exterior view of 18 apple controlled atmosphere storage rooms

Exterior view of 18 apple controlled atmosphere storage rooms

Apple controlled atmosphere storage is put into use

Apple controlled atmosphere storage is put into use

Controlled atmosphere system equipment