DROGON MONOBLOC

WALK-IN CLIMATIC CHAMBER – DROGON MONOBLOCK SERIES

Hermetic architecture for high-severity industrial climatic testing

The DROGON Monoblock series represents the continuously TIG-welded walk-in configuration within the DOT range, engineered for intensive industrial applications involving high temperatures, elevated humidity levels and extreme thermal cycling.

The fully welded structure ensures mechanical continuity, high structural tightness (verified through pressure testing) and dimensional stability even under continuous and severe operating conditions.

The monoblock configuration is particularly suitable for installations in facilities with large access openings or new constructions where the complete unit can be introduced as a single module.

 

Structural Design

 

Materials

• Internal structure: SUS 304 stainless steel, technical finish, continuous TIG welding

• External structure: galvanized steel painted RAL 7042

• Assembly mounted on a structural steel base frame for single-unit transportation

 

Double-Layer Thermal Insulation

• High-density mineral wool (inner layer)

• High-strength rigid polyurethane foam (outer layer)

The structure is designed to absorb significant thermal expansions without permanent deformation, ensuring long-term stability even during severe combined cycles.

 

Thermo-Hygrometric Unit

 

• Bottom-mounted installation (standard configuration)

• Ceiling-mounted configuration available upon request

• Inverter-controlled ventilation system

• Ducted air distribution for large internal volumes

• Uniform climatic field guaranteed across the entire usable volume

 

Thermal and Climatic Performance

 

Temperature Range

• Minimum temperature configurable according to project requirements (typically −40 °C / −70 °C)

• Maximum temperature up to +150 °C

 

Thermal Dynamics

• Ramp rates up to 10 °C/min (depending on chamber volume and refrigeration configuration)

 

Climatic Field

• Standard test condition 85 °C / 85 % RH

• Extension up to 95 % RH available upon request

 

Refrigeration System

 

• Industrial refrigeration system dimensioned according to volume and thermal load

• Air-cooled or water-cooled configuration

• High-efficiency industrial compressors (Copeland / Bitzer)

• Refrigerants compliant with EU Regulation 2024/573

 

Flooring and Load Capacity

 

• Reinforced structural floor

• Anti-slip surface

• Load capacity up to 3,000 kg

• Suitable for pedestrian access and internal handling operations

 

Control and Supervision System

 

• DOT 10” Touch Panel HMI

• Proprietary ClimaLogic® software

• Industrial PLC for safety management and interlocks

• Storage capacity up to 500 programs

• Cycle concatenation up to 160 segments

• Setpoint modification during operation

• Continuous data logging

• ASCII file export (.log)

• Remote supervision via Dydrus software

• Ethernet connectivity

 

Safety Systems and Standard Equipment

 

• Independent safety thermostat

• Pressure control switches

• Ø100 mm cable ports

• Multi-layer heated anti-condensation inspection window

• Internal LED lighting

• Pressure compensation valves

 

Technical Options

 

• EUCAR 1–6 configurations for battery testing

• Infrared system for vehicle testing

• Gas monitoring systems (O₂ / CO / LEL)

• Fresh air supply and exhaust extraction system

• Dehumidification system (<10 % RH)

• Refrigeration booster

• Fully customized configurations upon request

 

Distinctive Features of the Monoblock Version

Compared to the modular panel configuration, the DROGON Monoblock provides:
 

• Structural continuity without mechanical joints

• Improved performance under high humidity conditions

• Enhanced robustness during extreme thermal cycles

• Transportation as a single structural unit on dedicated frame

 

Technical Conclusion

DROGON Monoblock is the DOT welded walk-in solution for high-severity industrial climatic testing, where structural robustness, climatic stability and operational continuity are essential requirements.

Fully customizable, it represents the ideal platform for long-term, intensive industrial applications.