The use of climate control on construction sites is quickly becoming standard practice. The benefits to using dehumidification and temperature are numerous. Avoid problems, such as:
Concrete slabs emitting water
Moisture on surface during flooring installation
Drywall taping and mudding not drying
Microbial growth
With the proper equipment configuration you can avoid costly delays, earn LEED® credits and improve finishing work installation.
Benefits of Using Climate Control on a Construction Project:
Aids in the drying of mud and natural elements, as well as ground thawing prior to concrete
Accelerates concrete curing and reduces moisture in concrete flooring
Dramatically reduces microbial growth
Prevents contamination of permanent HVAC system prior to move-in
Reduce latent moisture within wall cavities and materials
Promotes uniform dry times on the following products: sheetrock compound, paint and sprayed-on fireproofing
Allows for the acclamation and installation of millwork and other moisture sensitive materials
Deters warping and damage to mill work and permanent wood fixtures
Keeps you on schedule! Avoid moisture/temperature related delays!
Reducing Moisture Content and Accelerating Drying Time
DRYCO is supporting the construction of a 5 story 188 unit condominium by supplying construction drying services. We have delivered and set up 3 each gas fired 5000cfm desiccant dehumidifiers, 3 each gas indirect-fired heaters, 30 each air movers, and 6 each 30 inch construction fans to accelerate the drying of the wood framing to a moisture content of 14%.
Following that application we move into meeting architectural specification requirements to maintain an ambient environment of at least 55 degrees and 50 % or less relative humidity during the installation of wallboard. That process continues by reducing the moisture content of the wallboard to 12% prior to taping and final finishing and decoration of the wallboard. Utilizing DRYCO’s equipment accelerates the drying time of joint compounds from 6 days to 12 hours. The next step will be accelerating the drying process of the gypcrete, a floor leveling compound that is used to level the plywood floor prior to the installation of finished flooring. Finally, DRYCO will be flushing the building to improve indoor air quality by exhausting any contaminants and VOC’s that may been absorbed by sink materials prior to the permanent occupants taking residence in the completed project. This job was sold by Chris Cortinas and set up by Rolando Fernandez and Onecimo Aldana out ofDRYCO’s Seattle, WA office.
Rental Equipment: (3) 5000cfm desiccant dehumidifiers (3) gas indirect-fired heaters (30) air movers (6) 30” construction fans
With tight schedules, production quotas, thin margins and health concerns, the food processing and cold storage industry understands the need for proper climate control. Even the best HVAC systems become stressed while trying to fight high humidity and fluctuating temperature levels within the demanding food industry. Help Avoid:
Sticking, clumping in production
Visible moisture buildup
Production delays
Contamination from moisture/temperature spikes
Icing or condensation on surfaces
During peak weather seasons a plant may require additional heating/cooling or dehumidification to assure proper interior conditions. After building modifications or expansion the plant may require additional temperature or dehumidification equipment/cfm.
Avoid delays resulting from underperforming/undersized HVAC system. A temporary solution will help achieve production targets while waiting for system upgrades…or save on a capital investment and utilize a temporary solution at a fraction of the cost of permanent.
Food Processing Assistance
Following an expansion of their facility, a food processing facility in the Mid-Atlantic contacted DRYCO to provide additional dehumidification and cooling. Two 30Ton ArcticDRY units and a 5000cfm desiccant dehumidifier were delivered to provde the extra climate control needed to keep the facility running smoothly. A few months later the units were gone. No major upgrades were needed. No major expense to make a capital purchase. DRYCO makes it easy.
Moisture Regain Prevention in Pneumatic Conveying Systems and Ingredient Production Facilities:
By nature, hygroscopic ingredients attract and retain moisture. Moving, storing and manufacturing these hygroscopic materials during humid summer months is a challenge in itself without the added nuisance of clumping, sticking, caking, within the conveying lines, silos, fluid beds, spray towers, packaging floor, machinery, etc. The key to moisture regain prevention with hygroscopic materials is to treat the areas of concern with dehumidified air. By providing “winter-like” dew point conditions year-round, a higher quality product with consistent production yields are achievable.
Condensation Prevention in Meat Processing Facilities - Dehumidification
From the production area all the way through to your cold storage and loading docks, condensation in the form of moisture, fog, frost and ice create unwanted production headaches as well as potential USDA code infringements and additional costs to your bottom line. The key to condensation control in meat processing facilities is to blanket the targeted surfaces with the properly treated dry air. For many condensation control situations the distribution of the dry air is as important as the supplied volume and humidity or dew point level. Success comes by focusing the solution at the source of the problem without interrupting the process flow or product yield.
Mold presents a serious health issue to those exposed to it and be extremely harmful to people who breath in its spores. Mold can cause headaches, shortness of breath, nose bleeds, respiratory bleeding and even cancer. If you have an area that is a high risk for mold, it is vital to implement a climate control system to deter its growth. Even if you have such a system in place, what will you do if that system malfunctions?
Excess moisture can be just as devastating to construction projects and production in some industries. Moisture is also the beginning of the mold growth process. Too much moisture in the the air can ruin manufacturing production of pharmaceuticals and ruin the finish on a new painting project. That’s why DRYCO comes equipped with the best in industrial dehumidifiers and is available to help you stop moisture, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Stopping Mold and eliminating Moisture – When to act
Layflat seen delivering dry air to an interior that has been stripped of drywall. Sometimes you need go that deep to be sure the interior is dry.
Following a water damage it is imperative to completely dry any building or house. The most obvious examples of water damage are hurricanes and floods. When a pipe breaks or plumbing has been leaking, these are the situations that may require professional assistance. The best first step may involve thermal imaging to monitor the path and extent of the moisture.
How to Stop the Moisture
DRYCO specializes in temporary climate control systems and industrial dehumidification. We are able to swiftly respond to your emergency with the proper machinery and professional, knowledgeable technicians. You can rent one of our pieces of machinery and have it delivered or pick it up. Once the equipment is on site, you can request a DRYCO certified technician to assist you with its operation, monitoring, setup and fueling. Our technicians will perform the steps necessary to help prevent mold from forming and remove damaging moisture until your climate control system is back up and running or the excess moisture is removed.
SAFETY IS FIRST! Whether chemicals, gas/oil, munitions or other sensitive materials are on site, DRYCO has developed a patented and CSA/UL approved dehumidifier to assist in moisture control. The XDH2000 is a state of the art Class 1, Division 2 desiccant dehumidifier. In addition to the Explosion Proof Dehumidifier, DRYCO offers a full line of climate control equipment to assist your needs.
Patented Class1, Div2 dehumidification
Eliminate production loss during maintenance
Address safety concerns with tested and proven equipment
‘Explosion Proof’ Desiccant Dehumidifiers
Class 1, Div 2 desiccant dehumidifiers are pictured with an additional DMV frame, used to withstand the cold climates and not easily break. These units are headed to an offshore rig to help with maintenance work on an oil rig.
When marine vessels of all shapes and sizes arrive in dry dock for repairs, climate control can become the new best friend. When surface preparation is under way or interior work is conducted, dehumidification and temperature control can aid in many ways:
Improve application of steel surface paint
Control/reduce moisture
Maintain surface temperatures
Condition interior spaces during renovation/repairs
The Benefits of Using Climate Control:
Provide ideal environment and control all climate settings for blasting & coating operations
Eliminate weather delays
Conform to coating spec requirements (i.e. Navy)
Improve life of coatings
Safe and effective work environment
We Help get the Ship out to Sea, Not at the Dock
The interior of a tent on board a marine vessel undergoing repairs. Along the walls you can see the ducting from the dehumidification and climate control equipment.
When DRYCO is involved on a project with a ship or Naval vessel, the main goal of the Captain or owner is to make repairs quickly and effectively. They want to get the ship back out to sea to perform its duties. Climate control not only helps the contractors who are performing repairs stay on schedule but in some cases it is critical to the application of materials. In the case of refinishing deck surfaces, contractors will erect a temporary tent and blast, strip materials and reapply a coating. This is all possible by holding specific temperatures and humidity levels inside the tent. There is a greater explanation involved but the point is that by using dehumidification, heating and creating a proper air air flow inside a containment, scheduled work stays on…well, schedule. We like to think that because of DRYCO ships can sail the seas and not be stuck on a dock waiting for better weather.
Dehumidification, Heat & Blast Equipment for Marine Vessel
DRYCO’s project: a nuclear collection vessel that is in the North Lake Union dry-dock in Seattle, WA for a complete blast and re-paint inside and out. It collects spent nuclear waste from nuclear powered Navy vessels as they cruise throughout the oceans. DRYCO has provided dehumidification, heat and blast equipment to contractors during the interior and exterior blasting and recoating of this vessel.
Rental Equipment Provided: (1) 5000cfm Desiccant Dehumidifier (1) 2000cfm Desiccant Dehumidifier (2) 60 Electric Heaters (4) Man Blast Pot and Vacuum
Regardless of what you are producing, if moisture becomes an issue it can wreak havoc on a manufacturing facility. The good news is you can control it! DRYCO can deliver the proper dehumidification and/or temperature solution to help keep you on schedule.
Whether you are waiting for a new system to be delivered or you feel that your HVAC system is undersized during certain months, a temporary solution makes sense.
30 Ton ArcticDRY unit providing climate control on an industrial manufacturing site
A temporary solution can help achieve production targets while waiting for system upgrades. In addition, if cash flow is an issue, you can save from a major capital investment and choose a temporary solution at a fraction of the cost of a permanent installation.
Help Avoid:
Noticeable moisture collecting
Sticking, clumping in production
Production delays
Contamination from moisture/temperature spikes
Icing or condensation on surfaces
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
With tight production schedules and valuable products at stake, the pharmaceutical industry understands the need to control the interior climate. Excess moisture and temperature fluctuations can determine the success of a production facility.
Permanent HVAC systems in pharmaceutical facilities are designed the handle the stress, but on occasion a severe weather fluctuation or building alteration creates the need for more control.
A temporary solution can help achieve production targets while waiting for system upgrades. This will also save you from a major capital investment. If you choose a temporary solution it will cost a fraction of the cost of a permanent system. And yes, DRYCO can/will make connections to a building in any fashion you desire; we can use a temporary door/window entry and/or we can utilize an existing return air vent or something similar. Additionally, we can outfit all equipment with MERV rated filters that fit the requirements of the facility.
Have bad ice? Arena showing signs of excess moisture? No worries, even the “big boys” need help sometimes. It’s true: DRYCO has delivered temporary climate control to numerous professional hockey teams during peak summer months. Whether you are a municipal ice arena or a big-time pro hockey team, extreme seasonal weather can stress even the best HVAC system. You may not need to upgrade your HVAC system. In many cases, the addition of a temporary dehumidification system can combat moisture problems and help create great ice!
How can DRYCO help you?
If the warm summer air or sudden high humidity is stressing your permanent HVAC system, DRYCO can deliver additional dehumidification and/or cooling and blend the air together to create the ideal interior conditions. Depending on the ambient conditions and/or the interior needs, a DRYCO representative will review the situation and discuss your needs.
In some cases, simply adding to dehumidified air to relieve the stress on the HVAC system will do. In other cases, we may need to pre-cool the dehumidified (DH) air with air-conditioning (AC). Another possibility is that we may need to add both DH and AC at the same time and put a positive pressure on the building. In any event, all of the following examples are temporary solutions that eliminate the need for a entire overhaul on an existing HVAC system. These solutions are temporary and considerably cheaper than a permanent system upgrade.
DRYCO helps painters and coaters stay on schedule, meet specifications and assure a quality finished product. Using dehumidification/climate control on painting & coating project is becoming more common every year. Why? Using climate control on an SSPC project helps the industrial painter hold the blast, prevent flash rusting, blistering and paint failures.
Why use Climate Control on a Painting/Coating Project?
Prevent rust bloom, blistering and curing failures
Provide optimal conditions for surface preparation
Deliver specified temperature and humidity conditions
Eliminate work delays
Improve application of steel surface paint
Control/reduce moisture
Maintain surface temperatures
Condition interior spaces during renovation/repairs
The Benefits of Using Climate Control
Provide ideal environment and control all climate settings
Eliminate weather delays
Conform to coating spec requirements (i.e. Navy)
Improve life of coatings
Safe and effective work environment
A combination of dehumidification and temperature control equipment helps meet product/owner specifications, as well as improve the finished product, if not worker safety inside tanks.
A water tank in Chatham, Illinois needed a new coat of paint. DRYCO was called in to assist with the climate conditions. A dehumidifier powered by a generator were used to create an ideal environment for the fresh coat of paint to dry.
DRYCO Rental Equipment: 5000cfm desiccant dehumidifier 60kW Power Generator
Blasting & Painting Sped up with Heat and Dehumidification
In Collinsville, Oklahoma this water purification tank was in need of a new coat of paint. DRYCO was called in to assist in the process and help provide ideal environmental conditions. Technician Andrew Redoble delivered and set up one (1) 5,000cfm desiccant dehumidifier and one (1) 60kW heater.
This dehumidification and heating equipment helps deliver dry, hot air that helps control moisture while the tank is being blasted and also expedites the drying process of freshly applied paint. This job was sold by: Mark Santosuosso of the DRYCO Houston area office.
Climate Control Equipment Keeps Appropriate Humidity Levels
This tank blasting and coating project is located in sunny Wilmington, NC. The DRYCO desiccant dehumidifier pictured is running on 100% outside return air (as all tank jobs should). The long duct run shown is 125’ in length and is stubbed into the top of the water tank allowing the dehumidified air to drop down and condition the space. The contracting crew set up a dust collector duct pictured on the bottom portion of the tank for their blasting process. DRYCO tech David Sayers put the duct runs together and the contracting crew lifted the duct to their access point. This project was sold and managed by DRYCO Virginia representative, Chris Mayer.
The use of climate control on construction sites is quickly becoming standard practice. The benefits to using dehumidification and temperature are numerous. Avoid problems, such as:
With the proper equipment configuration you can avoid costly delays, earn LEED® credits and improve finishing work installation.
Mold presents a serious health issue to those exposed to it and be extremely harmful to people who breath in its spores. Mold can cause headaches, shortness of breath, nose bleeds, respiratory bleeding and even cancer. If you have an area that is a high risk for mold, it is vital to implement a climate control system to deter its growth. Even if you have such a system in place, what will you do if that system malfunctions?
When marine vessels of all shapes and sizes arrive in dry dock for repairs, climate control can become the new best friend. When surface preparation is under way or interior work is conducted, dehumidification and temperature control can aid in many ways:
Regardless of what you are producing, if moisture becomes an issue it can wreak havoc on a manufacturing facility. The good news is you can control it! DRYCO can deliver the proper dehumidification and/or temperature solution to help keep you on schedule.
Have bad ice? Arena showing signs of excess moisture? No worries, even the “big boys” need help sometimes. It’s true: DRYCO has delivered temporary climate control to numerous professional hockey teams during peak summer months. Whether you are a municipal ice arena or a big-time pro hockey team, extreme seasonal weather can stress even the best HVAC system. You may not need to upgrade your HVAC system. In many cases, the addition of a temporary dehumidification system can combat moisture problems and help create great ice!
