HVAC Systems

Maintaining optimal humidity with a high-efficiency dehumidifier not only protects your convenience store’s inventory and customer experience by preventing condensation, mold, and slip hazards, it also reduces energy costs and strain on your HVAC system for more efficient, reliable climate control.

Quest Climate and Hydrofarm have announced a strategic partnership to enhance the Controlled Environment Agriculture industry. By combining their expertise in climate control and hydroponics, both companies aim to boost productivity and efficiency for indoor growers. Quest’s full product line is now available through Hydrofarm’s national distribution network to support cultivators across the country.

Protecting your clients' assets requires more than just security cameras and locks. Moisture is a silent threat that can cause devastating mold and mildew damage. To maintain a successful self-storage facility, you need a robust climate control strategy. Download our comprehensive maintenance checklist to learn how to manage humidity and keep your business thriving.

Quest Climate is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with BFG Supply beginning in 2024. This collaboration unites Quest’s high-performance dehumidification technology with BFG’s extensive distribution network to offer superior environmental control solutions. Together, both companies aim to empower indoor growers with improved product accessibility, expert support, and enhanced educational resources for cultivation success.

For years, the HVAC industry has relied on reheat to remove humidity, leading to skyrocketing energy costs and inconsistent climate control. In this episode of Dansplainin, Quest applications engineer Dan Dettmers explains why this outdated approach falls short and how stand-alone dehumidifiers provide a superior, more efficient solution for modern facilities facing increased ventilation needs.

Wondering how to manage moisture without expensive gear? Applications engineer Dan Dettmers explains how you can improve your facility humidity problem by identifying and addressing the five primary sources of moisture. Watch the video to learn how sealing leaks and managing processes can save you significant time, money, and resources on your dehumidification needs.

Cold storage facilities prioritize temperature control, but packaging materials can often worsen humidity challenges. From the moisture-absorbing nature of cardboard to the mold risks of plastic, storing products is complex. Discover why addressing the root cause—excess water vapor—with commercial desiccant dehumidifiers is the most effective way to protect your inventory from degradation.

Facility managers know that inefficient HVAC systems drive up energy costs significantly. In this video, Quest engineers Dan Dettmers and Scott Sloan explain how a unique three-coil design revolutionized dehumidification. Learn how this multi-coil system achieves world-class energy efficiency, reduces heat output, and improves overall facility performance by optimizing airflow and lowering your cooling costs.

Gummies have become the rock stars of the nutraceutical industry, but managing humidity is vital for success. Improper moisture levels lead to sticky products or case hardening, causing significant losses. By controlling your environment with desiccant dehumidifiers and monitoring infiltration, you can optimize drying times and ensure consistent quality for your growing gummy production line.

Properly routing desiccant dehumidifier ductwork is essential for preventing frost issues in food processing facilities. Quest engineers explain how to identify moisture sources and optimize duct placement to capture humid air at the source. Learn where to install inlets and returns to keep your freezers and coolers dry, safe, and efficient.

Using AC units with reheat coils for dehumidification is a common industry practice, but it is rarely the most cost-effective solution. By forcing your cooling system to act as a poorly designed dehumidifier, you waste energy and money. Discover why commercial dehumidifiers are the efficient alternative for better environmental control and reduced operational costs.

Does your restaurant struggle with persistent mold, rust, or damp conditions? While cleaning and efficiency are essential, moisture can quickly become a costly liability. Discover how hidden sources of humidity impact your appliances and air quality, and learn why professional dehumidifiers are the most effective solution for maintaining a safe, comfortable, and profitable kitchen environment.

Excess moisture and ice buildup in cold chain facilities can compromise product integrity, damage packaging, and lead to equipment failure. While common fixes like adjusting thermostats or using heaters are ineffective and costly, desiccant dehumidification provides a permanent solution by removing water vapor from the air to ensure your storage environment remains dry and safe.

A Wisconsin water treatment facility faced severe structural damage and pipe corrosion due to extreme condensation. By choosing Quest HI-E Dry dehumidifiers, the plant replaced an expensive desiccant plan with an efficient, cost-effective solution. The result was a completely dry facility, significant budget savings, and reliable performance that has lasted for over twenty years.

Relative humidity is the ratio of atmospheric moisture to the amount the air can hold at a specific temperature. Understanding this relationship is critical for businesses in industries like energy, self-storage, and cold chain management. Proper humidity control protects your assets from mold, condensation, and ice while ensuring a safe, efficient environment for your facility.

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Discover how The Storage Depot in South Louisiana overcame high humidity issues while lowering energy costs. By moving beyond traditional HVAC systems to energy-efficient Quest dehumidification, the facility achieved superior climate control and protected client property from mold. Read the full case study to learn how our technology creates a higher and drier environment.

Temperature is a critical factor in how dehumidification systems extract moisture from the atmosphere. By influencing both relative humidity and dew point, temperature variations dictate the efficiency of your climate control strategy. Understanding these thermodynamic relationships is essential for selecting the right equipment and maintaining optimal environmental conditions for any space or project.

Many homeowners do not realize that HVAC units are not primarily designed to remove water vapor. High indoor humidity forces your system to work harder, leading to decreased energy efficiency, frequent repair needs, and poor climate control. Learn how to identify the signs of excess moisture and protect your HVAC system from unnecessary damage today.

Mold does more than just threaten your health; it presents a serious risk to your durable household goods. From wood furniture and metal surfaces to delicate upholstery and heirloom rugs, mold infestation can cause irreversible structural and aesthetic damage. Learn how consistent humidity control is the key to preventing mold and protecting your valuable investments.

HVAC technology has evolved significantly, offering better protection for climate-sensitive storage. By utilizing modern strategies like undersized cooling systems paired with dehumidifiers, mini-split systems, and decentralized units, facility owners can prevent mold and mildew damage. Learn how these three innovative trends are improving efficiency and safeguarding your belongings for a better storage experience.