The GUNT trainer focuses on optimizing energy use in refrigeration systems by demonstrating how multiple compressors can be efficiently controlled to match varying cooling demands. It provides a hands-on platform for exploring energy-efficient strategies in refrigeration engineering, using a multi-compressor configuration.
Product Features
- Three parallel-connected compressors enable stepwise adjustment to capacity requirements
- Compressors are switched on/off automatically via integrated controller
- Clear layout of all refrigeration components on the trainer for easy understanding
- Glycol-water circuit with pump and heated tank simulates adjustable cooling load at the evaporator
- Internal heat exchanger allows analysis of refrigerant supercooling for energy efficiency optimization
- Energy balance derived from glycol-water circuit and compressor power consumption measurements
- Combined pressure switch for delivery and intake sides ensures compressor protection
- Oil separator on the compressor outlet returns separated oil to the intake side to ensure lubrication
- Sight glasses allow visual monitoring of oil return flow
- All relevant measured values (temperatures, pressures, electrical power) recorded by sensors
- Digital display of measurements and USB data transfer to PC for analysis
- Data acquisition software included for detailed process evaluation
Benefits
- Demonstrates practical strategies for enhancing refrigeration system energy efficiency
- Supports advanced learning in load-matching and multi-compressor operation
- Ideal for training and research in refrigeration and industrial cooling systems
Why Choose the Energy Efficiency in Refrigeration Systems?
Provides essential insights into scalable and energy-efficient refrigeration practices using a realistic and modular training system with advanced instrumentation and software support.
