The Benefits of Advanced Drying Techniques

After a flood, it is critical to dry water-damaged properties and contents as quickly as possible. In the past, water damage restoration contractors had few options available to them when performing water damage restoration. Equipment was restricted in its availability, variety, efficiency, and effectiveness. It was not only slow but would also result in removing and discarding damaged contents.

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Then, of course, it was necessary to install new materials, paint, etc. The result was a long period of disruption to the occupants and extra expenses for insurance companies. Today, however, the &#;science of drying&#; has improved significantly. Thanks to modern equipment, we can completely restore water damaged properties and contents with minimal intrusion.

Some of the latest drying technologies include:

• LGR Dehumidifiers &#; Using LGR Dehumidifiers, technicians can reduce the relative humidity to as low as 10%. These tools can remove up to 16 gallons of water from the air per day. Older dehumidifiers were able to reduce the humidity to only 40%, removing about five gallons of water per day. This disparity represents a vast improvement in efficiency, resulting in faster drying times &#; 24 to 48 hours as opposed to four or more days with older equipment.
• Desiccants &#; In the right setting, restoration professionals will turn to a desiccant dehumidifier. Desiccants release very dry and warm air (5% relative humidity and 110 degrees F) into humid areas, eliminating moisture. They use silica gel to absorb humidity from the air. Desiccants operate very effectively, even if the environment is below freezing.
• Intra-wall Drying &#; This technique helps the drying process inside of walls without removing drywall. In this process, baseboards are removed, and small holes are drilled through walls near the base. Technicians then push air into the cavity behind the wall. This dramatically reduces drying time for the wall, often to less than half of what it would take to dry it by other methods. The forced air approach also works for certain types of insulation, again eliminating the need to remove drywall to gain access. This method is especially appropriate when water damage originates from above the affected room. In many cases, it&#;s the only way to effectively save the walls.
• Rescue Mat Systems &#; Today&#;s powerful water extraction equipment is far more effective at removing moisture than simple vacuum units, a common practice in times past. Rescue mat systems can extract water from hardwood floors efficiently, leaving the underlying pad slightly moist but not wet.

Other benefits of using advanced drying tools

• Lower expenses &#; Wet carpet, pad, and drywall can often be completely restored and do not need replacement. This results in lower costs for the loss, and it allows the occupants to return to their normal lives much sooner with far less disruption. Also, modern technology can prevent the costs related to older methods, such as turning back and/or removing carpet; removing, discarding, and replacing the pad; replacing the new carpet or relaying the old.
• Preventing mold &#; Thanks to faster drying, mold and other fungi have less time to develop. This helps alleviate possible health problems, such as respiratory discomfort and allergic reactions, which fungal contamination can cause. In addition, mold can weaken structural materials, such as drywall and wood framing, to the point that they must be replaced. Using advanced dehumidification systems removes moisture and thus helps prevent mold growth. With little or no moisture present, mold and mildew either do not start or die very quickly.
• Other benefits of rapidly removing moisture include the prevention of irreversible swelling in porous materials, such as paper and wood; shrinkage in some fabrics, such as upholstery and drapes; rust occurring on metals like doorknobs and hinges; and damage to electronic equipment that could occur with high levels of humidity.

Professional disaster restorers have also improved

Most importantly in a situation dealing with water damage is how effective professionals are now. PuroClean&#;s knowledgeable restoration professionals invest in the latest equipment and have the training and expertise to properly remove moisture. That means your home will return to its original state more quickly, minimizing all related costs and inconvenience.

For water damage caused by storms and floods, as well as fire, smoke, and mold remediation services, call your local PuroClean office.

Installing a proper drying room on your worksite or business premises may just save you money, create a healthier environment and boost employee wellbeing. Read on to find out more.

Moisture Problems

It is part of working in the great outdoors, that protective clothing and equipment will be at the mercy of the British weather.

Most construction sites use temporary modular buildings for staff changing facilities, where rain and mud are walked in with wet kit and boots.

This moisture evaporates into the air, increasing the relative humidity within the room, making it more humid. As the air becomes saturated, it cannot take any more moisture, so no further moisture will evaporate from the clothes and they will no longer dry effectively.

Whilst clothes racks and even heaters may be installed, this does not actually remove the moisture from the space as it evaporates from the wet gear.

High relative humidity levels create the ideal conditions for mould and mildew to flourish.

Left untreated, it can damage and deteriorate clothing and building structures. Worse than this, mould releases toxic spores, causing skin irritation and respiratory problems.

Therefore, removing this excess moisture from the space is vital for preventing problems with condensation, damp and mould, improving employee wellbeing and protecting expensive gear.

Case Study

A large-scale mining facility in the north of England, Sirius Minerals, called for the help of Premier Modular to supply 49 modular buildings for their site.

The most important modular building was the on-site drying room.

Before work began, or mould could take hold, a Calorex DH60 refrigerant dehumidifier was installed to remove moisture from the space.

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As the site population grew, the drying room became an indispensable space to store and dry protective clothing and equipment.

The dehumidifier also converts moisture into useful heat energy. This has meant that Sirius Minerals actually cut their heating costs as well as their equipment drying times!

How a refrigerant dehumidifier works

We can&#;t control the weather. However drying clothes and other equipment effectively using a dehumidifier will help to prevent a build-up of moisture in these buildings and the associated damage this can cause.

A refrigerant dehumidifier, or &#;compressor dehumidifier&#;, such as the Calorex DH60 works by drawing air into the machine using a fan, and over a set of refrigerated coils.

The coils cool the air below its dew point, condensing moisture in the air into water vapour. This water is then either collected in an internal tank or, in the case of the DH60, runs out the back of the machine and outside the space.

The dry air coming out of the dehumidifier is a degree or two warmer than the wet air that went in, so dehumidifiers actually provide warmer air too.

The benefits of installing a drying room dehumidifier

Easy Installation - Calorex dehumidifiers are adaptable to any room and any space. The installation is quick, with no need for separate heaters or extraction fans. All that your space needs is a power supply, a drainage hole and the right positioning.

Cost Saving - Calorex dehumidifiers can convert 2.5 times the amount of reusable heat for every unit of energy consumed. When compared to normal heating systems this can equate to 75% savings.

Drying Efficiency - The combination of heat and ventilation in Calorex dehumidifiers means they can successfully deliver rapid drying times, making sure wet equipment is ready to use.

Building Conditions - Dehumidifiers reduce the build-up of humidity in a room. A build of humidity can result in condensation, damp, mould and mildew, which can irretrievably damage buildings and facilities.

Boost Employee Welfare - A dehumidifier ensures the conditions in the room will no longer encourage mould or mildew growth. The increased heat, as well as the clean air circulating through the room will stop harmful respiratory problems for employees caused by mould, mildew and damp conditions.

Drying Room Decisions

Heating a drying room is not sufficient on its own to effectively dry gear and remove moisture from the space. Installing a dehumidifier offers the best solution for drying wet clothing effectively, preventing moisture damage to the building structure and preventing harm to employee welfare.

National Heater Shops offers a wide range of portable, wall mounted and floor-standing dehumidifiers that can be used in drying rooms on site.

Calorex dehumidifiers offer a great solution for spaces of all sizes, as they have everything from compact wall-mounted units with 15 litre per day capacity, right up to large industrial floor-standing units with up to 600 litres per day capacity. They offer efficient performance, operate even at very low temperatures, and can be installed discreetly without getting in the way on site.

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