HUMIDITY CONTROL
Addressing humidifi cation challenges at The University of Reading
HumiTech, part of Munters group, has recently been working with the University of Reading to address humidifi cation problems in their science department.
operational costs, and the inability to maintain desired relative humidity levels. The university sought a sustainable humidifi cation solution that would align with one of its key guiding principles – caring for the environment. Supplying approximately 320 kg/hr. of
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pioneer in UK higher education for almost a century, the University of Reading faced issues of increasing unreliability, high
steam, the existing single gas-fi red steam boiler unit served two AHUs within the science department and proved to be ineffi cient and costly. Any failure with the main steam boiler unit disrupted humidity control for both AHU systems. Rising gas supply charges and maintenance repair costs added to the challenges. The existing steam absorption system mounted within the AHU’s was particularly ineffi cient, resulting in excessive condense water wastage.
The Munters Solution HumiTech was considered the natural choice
as they already had a relationship with the university. Their proposed solution featured four Munters FlexLine FLH80 energy-effi cient resistive humidifi ers (two per AHU) and the RapidSorb steam dispersion system. The objective was not only to address existing humidifi cation issues but also to improve operational effi ciency, reduce costs, and minimize the University of Reading’s carbon footprint. The customer was very pleased with the results. ”We replaced our direct steam humidifi cation system with purpose designed Munters FlexLine FLH80 humidifi ers. The reason for this was the unreliability of the existing system. The new system has been much more reliable, and we are now more confi dent that the humidity in the rooms will be at the desired levels at all times,” said Chris Hellier, Head of Programme Maintenance at the University of Reading.
14 September 2024 •
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