Outdoor Air Dehumidifiers 101: Types and Applications

Posted by TWPdehumidifier | Jan 13, 2022 1:13:39 AM

In humid climates, outdoor dehumidifiers are a practical solution for creating a more comfortable indoor environment. These versatile systems can be ducted into the air handling unit (AHU) or placed directly in the room, if necessary. As they remove the stale or odor-filled air from a home, office, or other space, they dehumidify the make-up air as it’s drawn in.

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Swim School Dehumidifiers

Posted by Jim Metzger | Apr 8, 2020 9:11:25 AM

8650950515_e551e46a80_bIt will come as no surprise that swimming pool rooms are extremely humid, and with humidity comes the potential for unwanted microbial growth. With their high traffic and enclosed indoor swimming areas, swim schools are particularly prone to moisture buildup and the growth of mold and mildew. To ensure the health and safety of pool users, it is important to use dehumidifiers in swim school pool rooms. 

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DCA COVID-19 Update

Posted by Jim Metzger | Apr 1, 2020 9:52:22 AM

To Our Valued DCA Representatives and Customers,

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Choosing the Most Economical Solution for Your Replacement Dehumidifier

Posted by Jim Metzger | Mar 10, 2020 4:41:04 PM

Industrial and commercial dehumidifiers often operate in harsh or challenging environmental conditions, resulting in significant wear. Typically, these machines will have a working life of 9–11 years, but this lifespan can be greatly reduced without the proper service. When regular maintenance has been neglected for too long or the equipment fails to keep up with expectations, an industrial dehumidifier may need to be replaced to restore optimal humidity conditions.

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YMCA Dehumidification Equipment

Posted by Jim Metzger | Dec 11, 2019 9:41:26 AM

kakudmi-5ZlxOhxbXHI-unsplashCommercial swimming pools, such as those found in Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA) facilities, serve as an excellent space to exercise and play. However, the high moisture levels often found in these areas necessitate the use of specialized dehumidification equipment to prevent excessive humidity, temperature levels, and mold development. By employing commercial dehumidification equipment, facility owners and managers can better stick to the strict air temperature, humidity, and quality standards required of their facilities.

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Determining Required Fresh Air

Posted by Jim Metzger | Oct 29, 2019 2:31:51 PM

Poor indoor air quality (IAQ) poses numerous risks to the occupants of any building. Low-quality air negatively impacts occupant productivity and health. It also leads to uncomfortable work and living conditions and, when left unaddressed, has the potential to damage an overall building structure. Furthermore, poor indoor air quality can go against local building code standards for indoor air quality, leaving building owners open to lawsuits.

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Beating Summer Moisture Challenges with Dehumidification

Posted by Jim Metzger | Jul 23, 2019 7:12:00 AM

Industries that demand year-round strict control of moisture rely on dedicated dehumidification systems. These systems offer the ability to strictly control relative humidity limiting the effects of condensation, mold and mildew that may damage materials or products.

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DCA Dehumidifier Selection Software

Posted by Jim Metzger | Jun 26, 2019 2:33:04 PM

Finding the right dehumidifier for your pool room doesn't have to be a challenge. The new dehumidifier selection software from DCA makes choosing your equipment fast and simple. Made specifically for pool room applications, this software ensures that you find the correct equipment for your pool room in less time.

Search functions include a save option that lets users suspend their efforts while they find the necessary information. User-specified parameters are preserved on our servers, so the session can be resumed on any internet-connected device at any time. Reediting ability allows users to revisit the tool if their project parameters need adjustments.

DCA's new dehumidifier selection software contains exhaustive information on our currently available products and information to help searchers find the correct pool room dehumidifier to fit their needs.

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Psychrometric Processes and Dehumidification

Posted by Jim Metzger | May 10, 2019 9:48:09 AM

Psychrometric charts graphically depict changes in temperature and humidity within a given climate to help ensure efficient dehumidification procedures are implemented.

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What to Consider When Heating Indoor Swimming Pool Water

Posted by Jim Metzger | Feb 28, 2019 11:56:28 AM

Indoor pools add value and year-round enjoyment to your property, whether you have one in your hotel, gym, spa, or private residence. Maintaining appropriate water temperature is critical to continued pool satisfaction. Most indoor pool operators heat pool water 2–4°F below the pool room’s air temperature to minimize and control evaporation. They are increasingly using this to their advantage by installing dehumidifiers that channel heat from the refrigeration cycle back into the pool room in the form of space heating or assist in pool water heating. 

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