HUMIDITY CONTROLFANS Cleanroom: Circuit Board Manufacturer
Correct humidity levels are vital where sensitive and high-value processes occur, and even minor deviations in humidity levels can result in signifi cant product defects. For instance, low humidity levels can increase the risk of electrostatic discharges and dust particles, potentially damaging electronic components. Humidity levels should be kept typically between 40% and 60% and at the same time maintaining a comfortable environment for workers. Humidity Solutions was asked to provide
ultrasonic humidifi cation for an independent, family-owned printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer specialising in PCB assembly, proto-typing and testing, who are recognised for their impeccable test processes, service and the highest quality assembly. The client was experiencing problems due
to low humidity causing electrostatic issues in manufacturing, in turn leading to machine failure and issues with the plastic sheeting storing PCBs to become statically charged. Close control and avoidance of contamination was crucial, as well as maintaining optimal air quality. A steam solution was ruled out by the client due to onsite electrical limits, and ultrasonic became the ideal solution. The technology also off ered some
benefi cial cooling in the space which could often overheat – due to evaporation of the mist. Thus the ideal environment was created to optimise assembly processes.
Food production: Seed Germination Install Hydroponics is a method of growing plants
without soil by using mineral nutrient solutions in a water solvent. It is an area which requires a very carefully controlled environment to maintain optimum growing conditions. Humidity control is an important factor that needs to be considered for indoor growing of both vegetable storage and salad production in the form of indoor farms. The amount of moisture in the air aff ects the transpiration rate of plants, which refers to the amount of water lost by plants. Transpiration is responsible for
moving water and nutrients from the root to other parts of the plant. However, when humidity levels are too high or too low, transpiration slows and curbs plant growth. The correct humidity level is therefore extremely important, anything outside of this ideal range will cause the stomata to close as a stress-induced response. Because of our expertise in this area, an indoor farm got in touch with us as they were building a seed germination room for their indoor farm, with the space requiring 95% humidity. Ultrasonic technology was the go-to solution, as the cool mist can be absorbed by the plant’s stomata, increasing the rate of seed germination. Using pure water via a Reverse Osmosis system along with the stainless steel construction of our humidifi ers we could off er the standards that food production facilities demand. In summary, ultrasonic humidifi cation presents an ideal solution for many environments, combining precision, effi ciency, and hygiene. While energy consumption is vital, choosing humidifi cation technology extends beyond just energy metrics. Ultrasonic humidifi ers off er a balanced approach, addressing the specifi c needs of controlled-contamination environments, ensuring product integrity, and providing a safe and comfortable working environment.
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