Excessive moisture and humidity can be a big problem in many environments, and it is vital organisations have the right solutions to keep their indoor climates under control. Here we outline how commercial dehumidifiers tackle these issues and which unit is the right fit for your situation.
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In a wide range of circumstances, high humidity levels can cause a great deal of harm.
From encouraging the growth of mould, mildew and rust, to allowing flood damage to eat away at crucial building materials, failing to keep humidity under control can pose a real threat to people, buildings, products and more.
Effective dehumidification ensures that environments are kept within a healthy humidity range and that moisture is removed from unwanted areas. With the right climate solutions in place, companies go a long way towards guaranteeing that locations are healthy, safe and comfortable, and that items inside are protected from the risk of water damage.
However, with a wide choice of commercial dehumidifiers on the market, you may be struggling to find the best one for your needs. Below we discuss how to select the ideal option for your purposes.
A commercial or industrial dehumidifier is one specifically designed to manage the humidity levels in a large, commercial space, or to support professional activities such as construction work or water damage restoration.
When searching for ‘dehumidifiers’ online, you might immediately be presented with smaller, domestic versions. While these may be perfectly suited to improve the air quality and remove moisture in rooms around the home, these will not fulfil the far greater demands of commercial applications.
While a heater can help pull moisture out of water-damaged materials, that water will then remain in the atmosphere. When it hits a cold surface, it will condense and you are back to square one. A dehumidifier captures moisture in the air, meaning that there is no risk of it causing further harm.
In addition, the energy cost of an electric heater can run very high, especially if you are running it as consistently as you would a commercial dehumidifier. By contrast, Aerial dehumidifiers reuse the latent heat energy generated during the dehumidification process. This is then used to reheat the cool air passing through it, helping maintain the temperature within the area.
Commercial dehumidifiers primarily fall into two categories: condense dehumidifiers and adsorption dehumidifiers.
Also known as refrigerant dehumidifiers, condense units draw in humid air across refrigerated coils. This rapidly cools the air below its dew point temperature – condensation occurs and the unit collects the water removed from the air.
The cooled air then passes across a condenser, where it is reheated and returned to the room as dryer, warm air at the required humidity.
Also known as desiccant dehumidifiers, adsorption units draw humid air through a slowly rotating, water-trapping rotor, often made from silica gel. This material attracts the moisture, removing it from the air stream.
Once past the rotor, part of the air is discharged as dry air, while another part regenerates the rotor. Wet air is then exhausted to the atmosphere through a duct.
Both systems can capably control the humidity in a wide variety of commercial environments. However, there are some notable differences that can help you determine which approach will be better suited in your circumstances:
Fundamentally, across a wide range of temperatures and humidity levels, a condense solution is perfectly suitable. It is often the most cost-efficient option, and can capably keep the humidity as low as 40% RH with no impact on performance or efficiency.
However, in situations where the temperatures are notably colder, such as waterworks or cold storage areas, or when you need to keep items in specific, extremely dry conditions, an adsorption dehumidifier is essential.
Furthermore, adsorption units are reliable water damage restoration dehumidifiers, as using a side-channel blower or turbine, they can target water trapped within building cavities. Unlike condense units, which circulate all air within an area, this means dry air can be channelled to exactly where it is required.
In summary, the right choice between these two options will be a balance of what is technically required against your available budget.
Now you hopefully have a stronger understanding of the positive impact of commercial dehumidifiers and how to decide between a condense and adsorption solution, here we provide our recommended dehumidifiers in four specific circumstances.
Whether it is speeding up the drying of screed, plaster and paint, or protecting hygroscopic building materials like wood from water damage, commercial dehumidifiers play a critical role in making conditions on construction sites safer, more efficient and more comfortable for all involved.
Furthermore, a powerful drying solution is vital in restoring rooms and buildings affected by water and flood damage, ensuring that the building structure does not weaken over time, dangerous mould does not develop, and as many items can be recovered as possible.
Due to its high performance at low temperatures and its heavy-duty yet lightweight build, the ASE 300 can deliver fast results in all kinds of construction and emergency situations, minimising the long-term damage that can be caused by flooding.
Low temperature and humidity operation
Made of sturdy stainless steel and powder coated sheet steel
ECODRY G3-rotor delivers strong fan speeds for maximum water absorption
Built-in hygrostat for variable humidity control
Operation hour and energy counter displayed
By their nature, waterworks will always create environments with high humidity levels. If these are left uncontrolled, the moisture in the atmosphere can create all kinds of problems, such as structural damage to buildings, hygiene issues for workers, and rust and cracks forming on tanks and pipework.
Compact, lightweight, robust and quiet, the AD 110 is one of our most versatile dehumidification units, well-suited to a wide range of testing environments. As well as being highly efficient and powerful, its in-built bracket allows for fast and simple wall mounting.
Compact and space-saving
Maintenance-friendly refrigerant circuit with service connector
On-demand hot gas defrost system in cold temperatures
Hermetically sealed piston compressor
Energy-efficient axial fan
Whether you are storing food, electricals, cardboard or family heirlooms – every item has an ideal humidity level. By maintaining this within your warehouses, you can help extend the shelf-life of your stock, and prevent its quality from dropping due to moisture damage.
With its robust, rotomoulded design and considerable capacity, the AD 740 is absolutely shock and breakage-proof, helping it stay functional and safe amid the hustle and bustle inside an active warehouse.
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Easy to open, clean and maintain
Intelligent eDRY® control and digital display
Simple to store with folding handle and recessed wheels
5-year warranty on rotomoulded housing
Can be combined with all products from the AERCUBE® series
For both newly printed documents or ancient manuscripts, humidity can quickly become a major issue that can cause the deterioration of vital information and treasured items. To ensure hygroscopic materials like books do not suffer water damage over time, a reliable dehumidification solution is crucial.
Universal, reliable and cost-effective. The energy-saving potential of the AD 520 makes it a practical choice for all forms of storage facilities, including areas housing substantial amounts of paper-based items.
Suitable for heated rooms up to 200m3 and unheated rooms up to 150m3
Galvanised sheet steel case, coated in stainless steel finish
Floor standing unit with rubber feet to provide stability
Collapsible handle for ease of storage
2-speed EC-axial fan for quiet, effective drying
At Aerial, we go the extra mile to maintain our reputation as the drying experts. We ensure our customers can access all the technical data they require to choose the right size dehumidifier for their application and budget, while our well-trained team is always available to advise on the most suitable selection.
We understand that size is critical when selecting your ideal dehumidifier. Too small and it will not be powerful to make the required impact. Too large and it will cost you more to run, and could risk over-drying your environments.
With decades of experience behind us, we take every precaution to guarantee you receive the right dehumidifier for your needs.
All of our products are designed in-house, and we are constantly evolving and improving our technology
eDRY® technology ensures the highest quality components and precision sensors that control and measure to an accuracy of 1%
Since , all portable units are F-gas compliant with EU regulations, meaning they do not contribute to greenhouse gases
Our products are built to last with strong materials and solid housing, making them an ideal choice for rental companies
Dehumidifiers are a very efficient way to deal with dampness, musty odours, mould growth and other moisture issues in your home or workspace. Depending on the climate you reside in, choosing between a desiccant dehumidifier or a compressor/refrigerant unit can help relieve these moisture issues and help improve indoor air quality.
Here, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about desiccant dehumidifiers, from when you should use them to how they work and how to choose the right one for your needs.
Desiccant dehumidifiers are moisture-removing machines that remove excess moisture from the air and improve the quality of indoor air in your living space while also getting rid of moisture-related issues, mainly the spread of mould, the rotting of wood and other furniture, the cultivation of insects and even respiratory problems.
Healthy indoor humidity levels are between 30 to 50 per cent, while humidity levels of 60 per cent and higher can start leading to the household issues mentioned above.
Ionmax desiccant dehumidifiers differ from compressor units as they use a moisture-absorbing material called zeolite to remove moisture from the air. Other moisture-absorbing materials used in desiccant units include silica gel or activated carbon.
Despite desiccant and compressor machines operating through different technology, they still serve the same purpose of removing excess moisture from the air. Desiccant technology is considered to be rather new and is most efficient in colder climates. However, they can still operate effectively in warmer conditions, making them ideal to suit your dehumidification needs all year round.
Ionmax dehumidifiers work by drawing air into the unit via the air inlet, which is usually protected by a pre-filter to avoid large airborne particles like dust and hair from entering the unit. This drawn, humid air then passes through the zeolite desiccant rotor, which then absorbs moisture from the air, trapping it within the rotor.
Once the desiccant material is saturated with moisture, it needs to be regenerated to continue working efficiently. The regeneration process happens by heating the zeolite material to release the trapped moisture, which eventually drips down into the water collection tray.
The processed air is then released through the air outlet, providing the space with regulated air and improving the air quality of your home.
This heating element causes the unit to slightly raise the temperature in a room by a few degrees, meaning that it can double as a heater. However, this will also mean desiccant units use more energy than compressor models.
Apart from the technology used within desiccant units, these dehumidifiers have other, more visible traits that set them apart from their compressor counterparts. Some of these common traits include:
With many different desiccant dehumidifiers in the market, you’ll be hard-pressed to decide which dehumidifier will be best for you and your indoor humidity control needs. Below is a list of a few factors that should be considered before bringing home a brand-new dehumidifier:
The extraction rate refers to the amount of moisture a dehumidifier removes from the air, usually measured in litres per day. A higher extraction rate means the unit is more efficient at removing moisture from the air. If you want to use a desiccant unit in a highly humid room, consider getting a unit with a high extraction rate like the Ionmax Vienne or ION632 that removes up to 10 litres of moisture a day.
This is among the most important factor to consider. Coverage refers to the maximum space size in which the unit can effectively dehumidify. For effective dehumidification, it’s best to understand the size of the room to be treated and get a dehumidifier that provides sufficient coverage of the room size. Choosing a dehumidifier that covers too little space will lead to struggles with controlling humidity levels, whereas choosing a dehumidifier that covers more than the size of the space may cause it to consume more energy than necessary.
Moving your unit around is necessary if multiple rooms or spaces within a house are to be dehumidified. Ionmax dehumidifiers have built-in wheels and carry handles to help with portability, making it easier to move the unit around.
This factor is particularly important if the unit will be used in a bedroom, living room or other frequently used areas of your home. Dehumidifiers with a high decibel rating can be distracting or disruptive. If you plan to use a dehumidifier in a living space, look for a unit with a noise level of 50 decibels or lower.
Ionmax has a wide selection of desiccant and compressor dehumidifiers on our online store. Check out Ionmax’s catalogue of air treatment appliances for all indoor air quality needs.
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