Conserve energy and reduce operational costs
It is long known that an efficient humidification system is crucial to combat static charge (ESD) issues in electronic productions and SMT. Traditionally, steam humidification has been used to prevent this issue. However, with the increasing energy prices and environmental concerns, steam humidification is no longer the optimal choice for this. By switching from your current steam humidification system to an adiabatic system, such as AKIMist®, you can save more than €60K per year in energy costs (see below). This makes it possible to earn back your sustainable investment in just 2 years.
Operational cost savings
Reduction targets
Dry Fog
Steam humidification (LP gas)
Steam humidification (oil)
Energy costs
€22,392
€76,507
€69,976
A saving of €47.5K
CO2 emissions
100 tons a year
360 tons a year
340 tons a year
A 70% reduction
Air condition energy saving effects
Yes
No
No
How can a dry fog humidification system be so energy efficient?
One of the most important differences between steam humidification and a dry fog humidification system is that a steam system cannot shut down in between. This means that a lot of energy goes to waste. A dry fog system, on the other hand, can automatically turn on and off whenever the humidity level drops below the limit. This means that a 100% goes into the factory and nothing is lost.
Energy savings on air-conditioning
Most electronic facilities have air-conditioning due to the heating caused by equipment. For steam humidifiers, air-conditioning works against their purpose and they will need to produce even more steam in order to maintain the wanted humidity level. The dry fog system works together with the air-conditioner and has a cooling effect. It can reduce 20% of the air cooling energy needed for the air-conditioning.
Why is Dry Fog more energy efficient?
AKIMist is extremely energy-efficient and uses up to 80% less energy than conventional humidification systems.
AKIMist cools around 2 degrees while controlling the humidity level. It reduces 20% of the energy used for air-conditioning and thereby saves cost.
AKIMist can be used for spot humidification and be placed directly by the source of issue. This reduces the price significantly as only a few units may be needed.
Dust suppression advantage
Our Dry Fog humidification solution; AKIMist®
The dry fog AKIMist® humidifier, is a unique Japanese invention which offers full control of the humidity levels in a factory. It is an adiabatic humidifier, which means that it increases humidity by adding cold water to the air. AKIMist is known for its non-wetting abilities as the droplet size is less than 7.5 µm. This means that the droplets are so small that they will bounce back without bursting on any surface. No risk of leakage or condensation. This is a very convenient ability in a factory with expensive machinery and materials which cannot get exposed to water or condense.
AKIMist® “E” Dry Fog Humidifier
Our AKIMist®“E” spreads a Dry Fog that humidifies indoor environments without wetting due to its tiny droplet size around 7.5µm
Other benefits of using the AKIMist® Dry Fog Humidifier
Installment and maintenance
AKIMist requires very little maintenance compared to other humidification equipment. In addition, it is very easy to maintain as it is installed within the factory and hanging from the ceiling or wall.
AKIMist is easy to install and can be fitted into any current HVAC design. AKIMist can be installed with a wall or ceiling fitting or
even as a portable option.
AKIMist is very compact. Like the size of a 5 inch smartphone. This makes it easy to fit into tight factory spaces.
Health and Environment
AKIMist can maintain an ideal humidification level with the help of a sensor. This significantly reduces the build-up of static electricity in a factory and reduces errors and scrap.
Due to the small size droplets, which are as small as dust particles, these droplets can suppress the dust. In addition, the increased humidity also helps to suppress dust.
Maintaining a relative humidity level of around 50% will reduce the risk of viruses from spreading between employees. This increases the well-being of the employees and increases productivity.
demo of AKIMist®
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