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February 9, 2024
What is the best humidification for wood processing?
Wood processing and humidity Keeping wood at the optimal level of humidity is important for a number of reasons. Since wood is hygroscopic, it absorbs and releases moisture from its surroundings, depending on the humidity level. In dry environments, wood will release moisture, which can lead to shrinkage, warping, and...
January 26, 2024
What is the cost of an industrial humidification system?
The cost of an industrial humidification system depends on a number of factors such as the type, its capacity, the humidification load it needs to cover and the energy consumption. Prices can vary between a few hundred to thousands of euros, so there is something for every budget. However, an...
January 12, 2024
Why is air pollution worse during the winter?
Air pollution remains an increasing concern across the world and more people are now expected to die from air-pollution than car wrecks. Air pollution is an all-year problem, but it is generally worse during wintertime. There are several reasons for this, but they all stem from the cold.
January 5, 2024
How does humidity affect plastic?
Humidification plays a crucial role in plastic production processes for a number of reasons. Since many plastic and composite materials are sensitive to changes in moisture content, maintaining a consistent humidity level will help to ensure the uniformity of the plastic material.
January 4, 2024
Pressure and flow rate in spray nozzles
What is the relationship between flow rate and pressure in spray nozzles? Increasing the flow rate of a spray nozzle can help to improve the cleaning efficiency, increase the coverage of a spraying area, or help to achieve the desired coating or thickness. The relationship between flow rate and...
December 22, 2023
What is adiabatic humidification?
Adiabatic humidification refers to increasing humidity by adding cold water to the air, as oppose to isothermal humidification, where hot water (steam) is introduced into the air. In adiabatic humidification, cold water is atomized into tiny droplets which evaporates into the air. Since this evaporation process uses heat from the...
November 23, 2023
Beer brewing solutions
Craft beer breweries have been struggling the past years following the covid-crisis, a steep rise in production costs and a new generation which care less for the golden drink. Small beer breweries can only survive now if they implement some strict measures to increase the efficiency and lower their costs....
November 20, 2023
How to Properly Flush Your AKIMist®“E” Before a Production Break
Is your production taking a longer break, for example during the holiday season? Then remember to flush your AKIMist. During extended production breaks, such as the holiday season, it’s crucial to properly prepare your AKIMist®“E” Dry Fog Humidifier for idle periods to prevent the buildup of impurities that could compromise...
November 10, 2023
Optimizing Excellence: Lean Management at IKEUCHI
Striving for perfection with lean management In the intricate domain of high-quality spray nozzles and humidification systems, a profound philosophy prevails – the pursuit of continuous improvement. At IKEUCHI, we wholeheartedly embrace the power of lean principles, striving for perfection as part of our cultural fabric. This steadfast commitment to...
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