Humidity control in cold storage facilities is critically important for protecting stored materials and optimizing storage conditions. These facilities often store food products, pharmaceuticals, and other sensitive materials, and maintaining the quality of these items requires careful monitoring and control of humidity levels. There are two main types of storage in cold storage facilities: dynamic and static storage. Dynamic storage involves frequent movement of materials, with doors opening and closing regularly as new items come in or go out. In such environments, industrial dehumidifiers capable of producing low dew point dry air must respond quickly and effectively to fluctuating humidity loads. For example, each time the doors open, humidity from the outside enters, potentially affecting the quality of the stored products.
The use of dehumidifiers in dynamic storage areas provides the most effective solution to these variable humidity loads. Industrial dehumidifiers continuously monitor humidity levels and automatically activate when necessary to maintain consistent humidity levels inside. In cold storage, industrial dehumidifiers prevent product spoilage, mold, and bacterial growth, ensuring stable storage conditions. On the other hand, static storage areas are typically used for materials that require long-term storage and are rarely accessed. In these areas, maintaining stable and controlled humidity levels is essential. For example, in cold or frozen storage areas where rare seeds are kept, dehumidifiers play a vital role in preventing the deterioration of these sensitive items.
Using dehumidifiers not only preserves the quality of products stored in cold storage but also increases energy efficiency. High humidity levels cause cooling systems to work harder, increasing energy consumption. Proper use of dehumidifiers reduces energy costs, optimizing operational expenses. In cold storage facilities operating at negative dry thermometer temperatures (e.g., -18°C, -25°C), internal ice, icicles, and fog can cause the evaporator to defrost frequently and pose a high safety risk.
At NKT – Moisture Control Technologies, our expert engineering team provides our customers with the most suitable industrial dehumidifier solutions, offering energy-efficient, high-performance solutions for the use of dehumidifiers in cold storage facilities.
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