Demonstration of efficient humidity control techniques at an art museum.
Author(s) : SHIREY D. B.
Summary
Two methods to reduce energy consumption and peak demand in buildings that require controlled humidity were demonstrated at an art museum in St. Petersburg, Florida. The first method centered on alternative indoor fan cycling strategies, and the second method involved the use of heat pipe heat exchangers. As in most commercial buildings, all indoor fans were originally operated continuously regardless of compressor status. When the compressor cycled off, moisture from the wet cooling coil and drain pan was reintroduced into the supply air due to the constant air circulation. Indoor fan control was subsequently changed to the auto mode, in which the fans cycled on and off with compressor operation. Heat pipe heat exchangers can be installed to increase the dehumidification performance.
Details
- Original title: Demonstration of efficient humidity control techniques at an art museum.
- Record ID : 1994-1183
- Languages: English
- Source: ASHRAE Transactions 1993.
- Publication date: 1993
- Document available for consultation in the library of the IIR headquarters only.
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Indexing
- Themes: Air conditioning in laboratories and industry
- Keywords: Control (automatic); Museum; Hygrometry; USA; Air conditioning
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