Desiccants
When dew points are extreme and you need precise, stable humidity levels, turn to desiccant dehumidification.
Dansplainin’: The Real Cost of Reheat (VIDEO)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yJT6rQrTXA For years, the HVAC industry has used large amounts of AC and reheated air to remove humidity from facilities. It’s a costly approach that drives energy…
Handle with care: How packaging causes humidity issues
How packaging causes humidity issues Cold-storage facilities share a lot of similar challenges with other types of facilities. Regulating temperature and maintaining adequate humidity levels are two…
Multi-coil design. The secret to efficiency. (VIDEO)
https://youtu.be/5whvt3p_cOk If you’re in charge of a facility’s HVAC and environmental controls, you’re well aware of this: Inefficient systems can lead to so many zeros…
Reduce dry down times after clean-up cycles (yes, it can be done!) (VIDEO)
There are few things worse than downtime when running a food processing or pharmaceutical facility. It cuts into production and at its most basic level,…
Nutraceutical knowledge: How humidity control speeds gummy production
How humidity control speeds gummy production Back in the day, gummy bears had little competition other than the occasional gummy worm. Today, thanks to the nutraceutical…
Manage regen air w/o access to exterior air (VIDEO)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEutNRx7IYE Desiccant dehumidifiers are a favorite for controlling humidity among food processors, nutraceutical manufacturers and others for two specific reasons: They operate well at sub-freezing temperatures. …
How to route dehumidifier ductwork (VIDEO)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hzBRGA-nsVw How to route desiccant dehumidifier ductwork is the most common question in the food processing industry when it comes to managing humidity. That’s why Quest engineers have spent hours…
Symptoms of a humidity problem and what to do about it
If you work in the refrigerated building industry long enough, it’s bound to happen: High levels of humidity will find a way to cause all…
3 high humidity problems food processors need to fix
High humidity in food processing is one thing processors don’t want. It’s the mastermind behind frost and condensation problems that can, at their worst, shut…
How Ice Condensation and Ice Buildup Damage Cold Chain Products
The Problem is Excess Moisture Condensation and ice buildup are both signs that the relative humidity in your cold chain facility is too high. But…
Water Treatment Facility Case Study
https://youtu.be/cQHzDU3nw8E?si=T3AF2paU64SUJZyW&t=1 Quest dehumidifiers for Water Treatment Facility The Problem A water treatment facility in Wisconsin was falling victim to some of the most common problems…
Common Issues for Cold Chain Systems
Regardless of what your product is or the size of your cold chain facility, a few common issues are rampant: Ice buildup Condensation Damaged packaging…
Weyauwega Cheese Case Study
CHallenge A local cheese maker has been serving a high-quality product for over 100 years. Using local, high-quality ingredients from Wisconsin, the company prides itself…
Why Humidity Control is Difficult in Cold Rooms and Storage Areas
The cold chain industry might not seem like it would be affected by humidity issues. After all, everything is frozen, right? The cold reality is…