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Data Center Cooling, Dehumidification and Maintaining Safe Humidity Levels
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Regulating humidity levels is imperative for the proper functioning of equipment in data centers. However, the challenge comes in ensuring that a regular computer room air does not hinder the normal operations in the room. A standard computer room usually has a relative humidity ranging between 45% and 85%. On the other hand, literature from many researchers conducted on the same recommends that this relative humidity should be maintained between 40% and 55%, with ranges between 20% and 80% regarded as acceptable. Causes of High Humidity in Data Centers Unlike ordinary constructions or residential houses where fluctuations in humidity level...
Winter Moisture and Allergies
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Winter is coming! And no this is not the winter on the game of thrones that is yet to come after 8 years! The winter months are usually from December to February depending on where you live. Research conducted by the American lung association on home air quality showed that in the winter the indoor air is five times worse than outside. This is because, over the winter season, most people remain indoors whenever possible and close all windows and doors, therefore, ensuring there is no or minimal air ventilation and air circulation. While most common household activities like cooking,...
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Dampness: How to Identify, Repair and Protect Your Home From it
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Dampness is a common problem encountered all property owner or residences. No house is immune to dampness. Dampness can cause unprotected wood to wot in a matter of weeks or make your brand new appliances rust in a week and the worst problem dampness can cause indoors is mold and mildew growth on every surface of the home and its items. Dampness will make your home or any other space feel cold with stuffy unhealthy air and if it is not addressed over time it can cause thousands of dollar worth of structural damage to your home. Luckily dampness can...
The Fall: Complete Guide Fall Allergies
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The fall days are a little colder compared to the summer hot days, this makes the autumn weather the best for most outdoor activities. The change in weather also brings with it a change of seasonal allergies, symptoms like itchy and watery eyes, or a runny nose among others. While most people assume seasonal allergies are highest in the summer, research has proven the fall season brings a lot of change of weeds and foliage, which release lots of pollen. Pollen remains the number one outdoor allergen in the fall. while the cooler temperatures allow mold to grow outside under...
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Swimming Pool Dehumidifier System
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In this day and age, swimming pools are proving to move up a couple of notches on the house hunter’s checklist. Swimming pools add an element of prestige to a property and when done right it not only becomes a place to cool down but an attractive feature too. A pool can be a great way to bring moving interest to your design as the water ripple reflects new and unique light patterns. When designed properly the water can manipulate the light and reflect it. Pools should relate to the most utilized rooms of the house to encourage use while...