FAQs | Humidity, Cooling & Air Quality
How do I reduce humidity in a warehouse or industrial facility?
Industrial dehumidifiers are the most effective solution for controlling warehouse humidity. Excess humidity leads to mold growth, corrosion of metal components, degradation of stored products, and slippery floors. Eldridge supplies refrigerant dehumidifiers (best for moderate-temperature environments), desiccant dehumidifiers (best for low temperatures or very dry air requirements), and explosion-proof dehumidifiers for hazardous locations.
What is the difference between a refrigerant dehumidifier and a desiccant dehumidifier?
Refrigerant dehumidifiers remove moisture by cooling air below its dew point, causing water to condense out of the airstream. They are most efficient at temperatures above 60°F. Desiccant dehumidifiers use a hygroscopic material to chemically absorb moisture from the air and are more effective at lower temperatures and when very low humidity levels (below 35% RH) are required. Eldridge specifies both types based on your facility’s conditions and requirements.
What is indirect evaporative cooling and is it appropriate for my facility?
Indirect evaporative cooling uses the evaporation of water to cool a secondary airstream without adding humidity to it. Unlike direct evaporative (swamp) coolers, indirect units deliver cool, dry air — making them suitable for facilities in humid climates or where humidity control is important. They are highly energy-efficient compared to mechanical refrigeration and work well in warehouses, manufacturing, and data centers in the right climate conditions.
What is an air curtain and how does it help with energy and air quality?
An air curtain creates an invisible barrier of high-velocity air across a doorway or opening, preventing the exchange of air, insects, dust, and contaminants between two environments. In facilities with loading dock doors open for extended periods, air curtains can significantly reduce heating and cooling energy costs while maintaining a cleaner interior environment. Eldridge supplies air curtains from leading manufacturers for industrial applications.
How does Eldridge handle air and surface pathogen reduction?
Eldridge offers air and surface pathogen reduction systems that use UV-C light and HEPA-class filtration to neutralize airborne biological contaminants including bacteria, viruses, and mold spores. These systems are applicable in food processing, pharmaceutical, healthcare-adjacent, and critical environments where air purity is a regulatory or safety requirement.
What is a dust collector and when do I need one?
A dust collector captures airborne particulates generated by industrial processes such as woodworking, grinding, welding, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and bulk material handling. Dust collection is required to protect worker health (OSHA PELs), prevent combustible dust explosions (NFPA 652/654), maintain product quality, and comply with EPA air quality regulations. Eldridge provides a full range of cartridge, baghouse, and cyclone dust collectors sized to your process.