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Inland river navigation is a core mode of public transport and tourism in many regions worldwide. High ambient temperature, persistent humidity and erosive river air put forward strict requirements for onboard cooling systems. Leveraging 39 years of expertise in vehicle HVAC R&D and manufacturing, TCHAIN has developed a dedicated roof-top marine air conditioner series to meet the cooling demands of inland river passenger craft.
The units in the photos are actual installation cases on inland river passenger ferries, adopting a monobloc roof-mounted design that has been fully verified in real river operation conditions.
The integrated all-in-one structure is installed directly on the cabin roof, which frees up interior cabin space to maximize passenger capacity and onboard layout flexibility. Compared with split-type units, the roof-top design simplifies piping work, cuts installation time and reduces later maintenance difficulty.
Targeted at the humid, dusty and corrosive features of inland river environments, the unit adopts a fully sealed enclosure with anti-corrosion treatment on core components. Its high-level waterproof and dustproof structure effectively blocks river spray, moisture and dust from invading internal parts, guaranteeing long-term stable operation in harsh working conditions.
Equipped with a high-performance compressor and optimized air distribution system, the air conditioner achieves fast cool-down and uniform temperature coverage across the passenger cabin. It maintains a comfortable onboard atmosphere even under extreme high-temperature weather, significantly improving passenger travel comfort.
The product supports customized power configuration to match the electrical systems of different types of vessels, covering common power specifications for inland ferries, sightseeing boats and work boats.
Urban river passenger ferries and water buses
River sightseeing boats and short-distance cruise vessels
Inland waterway work boats and official service vessels
Floating terminals and riverine accommodation facilities
All TCHAIN marine air conditioning products are produced under the IATF 16949 certified quality management system. Each unit goes through strict performance testing, high-temperature aging test and waterproof verification before leaving the factory.
With a global service network and professional technical team, TCHAIN provides one-stop cooling solutions including model selection guidance, installation technical support and after-sales maintenance for ship operators, shipyards and marine transport integrators around the world.