Humidity control in commercial and institutional buildings, including healthcare facilities can improve indoor air quality (IAQ). The use of desiccant-based enthalpy exchanges and/or dehumidification systems offer many benefits, including the following:

• Improved indoor air quality
• Reduced energy costs
• Reduced moisture damage and remodeling/redecorating costs

The U.S. Department of Energy has constructed a mobile exhibit featuring the advantages of desiccant humidity control (DHC) van. It provides a first-hand experience of the comfortable aspects of active humidity control with desiccant systems. The DHC van was modified to include informational exhibits for CHP systems and was available for tours at the ASHE Annual Conference. For more information about this mobile exhibit, visit its Website by clicking on the following link.

Humidity Control Exhibit