How to save energy with humidification

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How to save energy with humidification

Save energy and costs in your factory by optimizing your humidification system

If you are looking for a way to optimize the energy use in your business and save money, it can be very profitable to look into your humidification system. There is a significant difference between steam humidification and dry fog (cold mist) humidification. The energy costs of running a dry fog humidification system like AKIMist® E is five times lower than a conventional steam humidification system.

 

Steam versus dry fog

Since a steam humidification system uses a boiler, it is dependent on crude oil and thus have the highest CO2 output of all humidification systems. Other cold water spray (adiabatic) humidification options include: centrifugal humidifier, Ultrasonic humidifier and the high pressure humidifier. These are also good alternatives to a steam humidification system when it comes to energy conservation. However, a dry fog system like AKIMist® can cover a larger area or be used for spot humidification, which decreases operating and installation costs further.

 

Why is Dry Fog more energy efficient?

01Energy-efficient

AKIMist is extremely energy-efficient and uses up to 80% less energy than conventional humidification systems.

02Cooling effect

AKIMist cools around 2 degrees while controlling the humidity level. It reduces 20% of the energy used for air-conditioning and thereby saves cost.

03Spot humidification

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.

1. Energy efficiency

 

Dry Fog humidification only uses 1/5th the energy that a steam humidification system does, which makes it the most cost efficient and sustainable choice. Due to the great savings on energy costs, the investment in Dry Fog can be returned within two years. 

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.

 

 
 

2: Cooling effect

Dry Fog humidification has the added benefit that it cools while it humidifies. This can reduce the energy costs from air conditioning significantly and improve the working conditions. 

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.

 

3: Spot humidification

Dry Fog humidification also has the advantage that it can be used for spot humidification. This means that the humidifier can be placed directly by the source of issue, like a specific machine for instance. This reduces the price significantly as only a few units may be needed. Steam humidification can only cover an entire area and is a much larger investment, especially for smaller companies. 
 
Spot humidification can also be used in combination with a portable Dry Fog unit which can easily be moved around the factory. This is a good solution for smaller production sites. 
 

Cost savings

Switching from steam humidification to Dry Fog humidification leads to a significant reduction in energy costs and CO2 and can be refunded within two years.  

 Our Dry Fog humidification solution; AKIMist®

Our AKIMist® humidifier, is a unique Japanese invention by Ikeuchi Japan, 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 7.5μm. 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.

The AKIMist® “E” humidifier system provides a complete solution for ESD prevention. It is a total humidification system which can control the precise humidity level wanted with the installation of a sensor to the control panel.

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

Our global solution for saving energy and enhancing your production

1. Build your project with our humidification experts

Our engineers will offer you a personalized solution, based on your situation, your budget, and your requirements. Once you contact our team, we will study your case and come forward with a tailor-made proposal. We will accompany you through all the processes and help you install the best system for your company.

2. One solution for multiple industrial issues

The Dry Fog humidifier AKIMist®“E” can both solve problems caused by static electricity and dust related issues at the same time. Due to its tiny droplet size around 7.5µm, the droplets will capture and bind with the dust particles. The droplets will weight them to the ground, preventing them from hampering the production process.

3.Cost-efficent and sustainable solution

The AKIMist®“E” has the double advantage of also cooling the room by about 2 degrees. This leads to a great reduction in air conditioning costs during summertime compared to humidifiers like steam. The AKIMist humidifier only uses 1/5th the amount of energy that a steam humidifier consumes.

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Experience AKIMist® Dry Fog technology in person at your facility our ours. It’s also possible to rent a portable unit for a testing period. 

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