As HVAC manufacturers have pushed to increase the efficiency of their equipment, the devices have become smaller and smaller. All that metal in the older units …
Pressurized Steam Distribution: Humidification Basics Part 13
Last week we reviewed the types of steam humidifiers normally supplied in building HVAC systems. Creating the steam is simply the first step. Now we …
Types of Isothermal Humidifiers: Humidification Basics Part 12
Isothermal humidifiers are the overwhelming choice in building HVAC systems. This week’s R. L. Deppmann Monday Morning Minute talks about the various types of isothermal …
Humidification Specification and Steam Absorption Distance: Humidification Basics Part 11
In humidification systems, we know that steam absorption distance is important. We also know that various distribution methods have different required absorption distances. How do …
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How Water Quality and Seal Selection Affect Hydronic Systems
The water quality in hydronic systems directly affects the performance and life expectancy of the components in the systems. Total dissolved solids (TDS) and pH …
Steam Absorption Distance: Humidification Basics Part 10
What is humidification steam absorption distance, and why is it critical in humidification applications? Absorption distance is the length of duct that is required to change …
Importance of Water Quality and Type: Humidification Basics Part 9
Water quality is an important concern when it comes to humidification. Regardless of what type of humidification you’re using (isothermal or adiabatic), chances are you …
Adiabatic Humidification: Humidification Basics Part 8
Recently, we discussed isothermal humidification. Today, we’re going to talk about the other method of humidification, which is called “Adiabatic.” Adiabatic humidification puts water (not steam) …
‘Tis the Season for Condensing Boilers
We’re taking a one-week pause in our humidification series to mention condensing boilers. A physical plant operator for a school district recently called and asked …