HVAC 101: Heat Exchangers in Air Conditioners
Leave a CommentHeat exchangers are an effective means of absorbing heat and then transferring it from a location where it isn’t wanted. They can use several mediums to facilitate thermal transfer, most commonly air and water, but also water glycol mixtures, or steam. The material, number, and shape of the heat exchanger’s tubes can also affect heat […] Read More »
How to Regulate Your Cleanroom Space
Leave a CommentProduct manufacturing, research and development, and other applications in fields ranging from aerospace and semiconductors to pharmaceuticals require a sterile environment for safe operations. As such, cleanrooms are very important in these industries, helping maintain product integrity and limiting the presence of airborne contaminants. Standard HVAC equipment is insufficient for managing cleanroom air conditions because […] Read More »
Cleanroom vs. Controlled Environment
Leave a CommentDeciding between a clean room vs. a controlled environment requires a thorough understanding of your application and facility requirements. Some operations even use both, reserving a cleanroom for certain quality controls and more sensitive tasks. Read on to learn what controlled and cleanroom environments are, and what types of applications each is best suited for. […] Read More »
How Sterile Storage Cabinets Protect Your Medical Supplies Through Multiple Levels of Functionality
Leave a CommentMaintaining sterile storage conditions is necessary to protect medical instruments, drugs, surgical implants, and other equipment from contaminants. ARON guidelines on sterilization are straightforward: temperatures should not exceed 72℉ (22℃) to 78℉ (26℃), relative humidity should not exceed 60%, and airflow should be positive pressure with at least four total air changes per hour. Hospital […] Read More »
Cleanroom HVAC – What to Know Before You Buy
Leave a CommentStandard HVAC systems control humidity, temperature, and air pressure. They can also provide filtration and control the speed and direction of airflow into and out of a space. Cleanroom HVAC systems, however, have higher air exchange rates and are equipped with high-efficiency particulate (HEPA) filters to maintain a sterile environment. This allows them to meet […] Read More »
ECUs For The Biotech Industry
Leave a CommentEnvironmental control units (ECUs) regulate environmental conditions in closed spaces. In the biotechnology industry, ECUs are a vital component of cleanrooms to control and monitor environmental variables to ensure they meet the parameters specified for the cleanroom environment. Some of these parameters may include flow rate, pressure, humidity, contaminants, and temperature. We will explore the […] Read More »
Dew Point vs Relative Humidity
Leave a CommentAs a trusted provider of custom environmental control units, Air Innovations develops precise solutions for controlling dew point and humidity. While both of these factors relate to the amount of water in the air, they describe different weather-related phenomena and affect industrial processes in different ways. This article will discuss the differences between dew point […] Read More »
Storing Sterile Medical Supplies: It’s About Controlling the Environment
Leave a CommentIt is incumbent on hospitals and other medical facilities to maintain sterility wherever needed to keep patients and staff safe. This goes for operating and exam rooms. Healthcare institutions must also safely store surgical scrubs, head covers, sterile surgical implants, equipment, and medication. The goal is to protect these items from contaminants like dust, viruses, […] Read More »
The Impact of Humidity in Electronics Manufacturing
Leave a CommentElectronics manufacturing involves the handling and assembly of several delicate, moisture-sensitive components. Maintaining optimal humidity levels during the manufacturing process is key for protecting these components from electrostatic discharge, de-soldering, and other occurrences that can decrease the quality of the final product. This article highlights the importance of effective humidity control for avoiding product damage […] Read More »
Custom vs. Off-the-Shelf HVAC Environmental Control Units
Leave a CommentStandardized HVAC units are a reasonable air handling solution for facilities with typical comfort cooling needs and few special concerns. A custom HVAC system or environmental control unit (ECU) can cool specialty spaces and processes within a facility, integrating with a standard ECU. Here, we will explain why custom ECU/HVAC systems are better suited for […] Read More »