Urban Heat Island
In recent years we have continously beaten new records for summer temperatures in and outside of Europe. Globally, the summer of 2023 was by far the warmest since records began in 1940. Cities are particularly affected by the extremes, leading to the so-called “Urban Heat Island Phenomenon”. About 3/4 of Europe’s population lives in urban areas, a proportion that is expected to increase in the coming decades. Extreme heat can bring a range of health problems; the effects are particularly dangerous for vulnerable elderly populations.
There are several solutions available to cool down urban areas and make the city more habitable and safe during heatwaves.
Green areas
Trees by no doubt provide the best protection against high temperatures. It has been proven that a neighbourhood with trees will reduce temperatures by up to 10-12 degrees on a warm day. Additionally, green areas increase the living quality of a city and help to mitigate pollution.
Evaporative cooling
Outside green areas, evaporative cooling can be a great substitution. A semi-dry fog system can cool down urban areas by 3-5 degrees, while the cooling effect felt by pedestriants is even greater. Due to the semi-dry fog, the droplet size is so small that it cools people and animals down without wetting, preventing heatstroke and other illnesses. The system is sustainable and cost efficient with a minimum use of water and electricity.
KB nozzles for urban heat prevention
Our hydraulic KB nozzles are ideal for urban cooling due to their small droplet size and wear resistance. This prevents people from getting wet while enjoying the refreshing spray of mist. This cost-efficient cooling solutions has also been used for sports events, at amusement parks, at zoo’s and more. Don’t refrain from contacting us regarding your specific cooling request. We offer custom-made solutions as well as standard ones. Call or email us for free consultation today.
KB nozzles for urban cooling
Our KB spray nozzles have the finest atomization among hydraulic nozzles with a droplet size around 45 – 210 µm. The whirl chamber is formed by a ceramic orifice, which provides excellent wear resistance
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