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Dehumidification and drying for industrial

and commercial applications

Dehumidification and drying

Why use a dehumidifier?

Particularly in the industrial and Conservation of out of service

commercial sectors, swimming bath machinery:
and warehousing industries, users are Machines and equipment that are
often confronted with a pressing need taken out of service periodically can
to control the humidity of the air. be protected from corrosion damage
with dehumidifiers. This keeps them in
Ensuring product quality: peak condition to ensure that they can
Being able to precisely configure the be put back into service more quickly
humidity throughout production when the time comes.
processes is often an essential factor
in ensuring product quality remains Protecting building structures:
consistently high. Using dehumidifiers Dehumidifiers can be used to prevent/
and dryers helps to ensure that these minimize water vapor diffusion
processes remain safe and stable. through building structures, and so
protect them from deterioration over
Maintaining operations and preventing the long term. This in turn reduces the
downtime: risk of expensive building renovations
Dehumidifiers can protect pipework, becoming necessary.
installations, operating materials and
technical appliances from moisture Operational safety and hygiene:
damage. This helps to ensure that Condensation on walkways can lead
equipment is always ready for use to an increased risk of accidents
and reduces the need for expensive and encourage bacterial growth.
renovations. The risk of production Dehumidifiers help to maintain a safe
downtime is therefore far lower. and hygienic environment.

Protecting valuables in storage and

archives:
In archives and warehouses,
dehumidifiers help to protect valuable
items from moisture damage, which
can in extreme cases lead to total
destruction.

Preventing condensation Preventing rust and

corrosion

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Preventing electrical Preventing mold and rot Ensuring product quality Preventing clumping
disturbances

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 Regeneration heater

Fan

Desiccant drying — Regeneration air

functional principle Dry air

Regeneration area of
the rotor

Desiccationarea
of the rotor Wet air
Process
air

Fan

Condair DA series

Condair DA desiccant driers are As well as being able to choose from The sorption rotor used in Condair
designed to be used wherever a range of different regeneration desiccant dryers is silicone-free. The
extremely low humidity is needed, such processes, you also have the option to drying agent is neither respirable nor
as in industrial drying processes, or combine existing media of your own, flammable.
where there are very low temperatures such as steam or PWW systems, with
to deal with. the electrical regeneration heater.

The devices’ powerful sorption rotors This saves a considerable amount of

mean that they can be used to bring energy, particularly with larger systems,
humidity values down to a minimum and can therefore help you achieve
at temperatures as low as -30°C. a substantial reduction in operating
costs.

As well as standard designs with drying

Recommended usage by
capacities of 0.45–182 kg/h, a wide Performance characteristics temperature/humidity
range of specialized versions are also
available.
Drying capacity Inside air humidity in % RH

Depending on their size, the devices 100

can be fitted with pre- or post- 90

cooling batteries, heat exchangers Desiccant dryer
80
Condensing
or condensation modules prior to dehumidifier
70
delivery. Post-cooling in particular is
60
often necessary due to the heat given
off by the dry air, and should be taken 50
Crossover area
Condensation
into account at an early stage of the dehumidifier
40

Desiccant dryer
planning process. 30

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-10 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35

Temperature in °C Temperature in °C

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Stainless steel housing Comprehensive control options Highly efficient desiccant rotor
All of our desiccant dryers are fitted with We offer a variety of control options for the The desiccant rotor consists of a fiber
a top-quality, incredibly durable AISI 304 DA 35 series and above which enable you optic honeycomb structure, coated
stainless steel housing as standard. This to adapt the device to your own situation. with an extremely hygroscopic silica
ensures operational safety even under the An industry standard 3.5" or 5.7" display is gel. This honeycomb structure creates
most aggressive conditions, and is also provided to input parameters and operate an enormously effective surface for
incredibly hygienic. the electronic controller. efficient moisture transmission. The rotor
Depending on the control option chosen, material is hygienic, non-flammable and
throttle valves may not be required. non-respirable, and the rotors are largely
maintenance-free.

Efficient fans Numerous options Sophisticated construction

We only use high-quality, directly driven To help you adapt your desiccant dryer to All of the components are designed to
EC fans. Process and regeneration fans are perfectly suit your requirements, we offer be easy to remove and maintain. The
triggered directly via the controller, the a number of additional modules that are filter inserts can be replaced easily. As
airstreams are monitored and displayed both technically and visually tailored to the rotors are positioned horizontally (DA
on the screen (optional). This ensures each model. They give you the option to 30 – DA65), the process and regeneration
maximum operational efficiency and connect heat recovery units, air-cooled air-side connections are on different sides
saves time during commissioning and condensers, pre- and post-cooling units of the device. This makes assembly simpler
maintenance. The regeneration fan is and heat registers. and enables you to connect a number of
insulated as standard. additional modules.

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Technical Data
DA desiccant dryer

DA 240 DA 30E

Technical Data DA 120 DA 240 DA 290 DA 300 DA 400

Drying capacity at 20°C – 60% RH kg/h 0.45 0.8 1.1 1.1 1.4

Nominal dry air volume m /h

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120 240 290 300 400

Nominal regeneration air volume m /h

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35 40 65 65 90

Electrical connected load kW 0.78 1.05 1.63 1.5 1.97

Electrical load — regeneration heat register kW 0.73 0.94 1.38 1.38 1.84

Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 230/1/50

Ext. pressure — process air Pa 60 50 30 80 50

Ext. pressure — regeneration air Pa 50 50 50 50 50

Process air inlet (H x W) mm 240 x 205 160 x 290 160 x 290 210 x 350 210 x 350

Dry air connection diameter mm 100 100 100 125 125

Regeneration air connection diameter mm 50 80 80 80 80

Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 316 x 320 x 330 396 x 330 x 359 396 x 330 x 359 430 x 402 x 469 430 x 402 x 469

Weight kg 13 18 19 27 28

DA 30E DA 30E DA 30E

Technical Data
0.9 1.2 1.9
Drying capacity at 20°C – 60% RH kg/h 0.9 1.2 1.9
Nominal dry air volume m3/h 300 300 300
Nominal regeneration air volume m3/h 50 65 85
Electrical connected load kW 1.4 1.8 2.9
Electrical load — regeneration heat register kW
Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 230/1/50 400/3/50
Ext. pressure — process air Pa 200 200 200
Ext. pressure — regeneration air Pa 140 180 150
Process air connection diameter mm 200 200 200
Dry air connection diameter mm 100 100 100
Regeneration air connection diameter mm 100 100 100
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 771 x 554 x 398
Weight kg 52 53 53

C = cold room (on request)

E = energy saving
D = deep drying

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Technical Data
DA desiccant dryer

DA 35E DA 65E

DA 35E DA 35E DA 35E DA 35E DA 35E DA 35D DA 35D

Technical Data
3.3 3.8 4.5 5.1 5.6 3.2 4.5
Drying capacity at 20°C – 60% RH kg/h 3.3 3.8 4.5 5.1 5.6 3.2 4.5

Nominal dry air volume m3/h 750 1000 1000 1000 1000 405 617

Nominal regeneration air volume m /h

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135 135 168 202 233 135 202

Electrical connected load kW 4.9 5.1 6.3 7.4 8.5 4.9 7.3

Electrical load — regeneration heat register kW 4.6 4.6 5.7 6.9 8.0 4.6 6.9

Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 400/3/50

Ext. pressure — process air Pa 210 210 210 210 210 210 300

Ext. pressure — regeneration air Pa 300 300 300 300 250 300 250

Process air connection diameter mm 250 250 250 250 250 250 250

Dry air connection diameter mm 250 250 250 250 250 250 250

Regeneration air connection diameter mm 200 200 200 200 200 200 200

Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 1090 x 756 x 532 1090 x 756 x 532

Weight kg 102 110 110 110 110 110 110

DA 65E DA 65E DA 65E DA 65E DA 65D DA 65D DA 65D

Technical Data
7.8 11.1 15.4 19.1 7.1 10.1 14.0
Drying capacity at 20°C – 60% RH kg/h 7.8 11.1 15.4 19.1 7.1 10.1 14
Nominal dry air volume m3/h 1900 2600 3700 3700 1100 1500 2200
Nominal regeneration air volume m3/h 340 460 670 940 340 460 670
Electrical connected load kW 11.4 16.2 23.6 32.4 11.1 15.7 22.5
Electrical load — regeneration heat register kW 10.2 14.4 20.4 28.8 10.2 14.4 20.4
Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 400/3/50
Ext. pressure — process air Pa 400 400 500 500 400 400 400
Ext. pressure — regeneration air Pa 300 400 400 400 300 400 400
Process air connection diameter mm 315 400 400 400 315 315 400
Dry air connection diameter mm 315 400 400 400 315 315 400
Regeneration air connection diameter mm 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 1615 x 1165 x 820 1615 x 1165 x 820
Weight kg 200 250 250 200 250 250 250

C = cold room (on request)

E = energy saving
D = deep drying

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Technical Data
DA desiccant dryer

DA 12000 T/P

DA 2000P DA 4000P DA 6000P

Technical Data DA 8000P DA 12000T
/ 3000T / 6000T / 9000T
Drying capacity at 20°C – 60% RH kg/h 14.6/16.6 28.8/32.4 40.3/44.3 56.6 62.6

Nominal dry air volume m3/h 2000/3000 4000/6000 6000/9000 8000 12000

Nominal regeneration air volume m /h 3

720 1400 1900 2600 2600

Electrical connected load kW 25 50 65 92 92

Electrical load — regeneration heat register kW 22 45 59 84 84

Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 400/3/50

Process air inlet (H x W) mm 950 x 450 1000 x 600 1500 x 800

Dry air connection diameter mm 500 560 560

Regeneration air inlet (H x W) mm 500 x 500 600 x 600

Wet air connection diameter mm 250 315 400

Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 1480 x 2438 x 1110 1780 x 2438 x 1410

Weight kg 750 800 1000 1500 1500

Technical Data DA 12000P DA 18000T DA 18000P DA 25000T DA 25000P

Drying capacity at 20°C – 60% RH kg/h 92.2 98.3 128.7 132.5 181.5

Nominal dry air volume m3/h 12000 18000 18000 25000 25000

Nominal regeneration air volume m3/h 4000 4000 5700 5700 8000

Electrical connected load kW 146 149 197 195 278

Electrical load — regeneration heat register kW 135 135 180 180 255

Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 400/3/50

Process air inlet (H x W) mm 1500 x 800 1500 x 900 2000 x 1000

Dry air connection diameter mm 560 800 1000

Regeneration air inlet (H x W) mm 600 x 600 800 x 800

Wet air connection diameter mm 400 500

Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 2030 x 3660 x 1710 2230 x 3046 x 1910 2230 x 3657 x 1910 2530 x 3657 x 2410

Weight kg 1700 1950 2500 3000 3500

P = process version
T = turbo version

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 Evaporator Condenser

Expansion valve

Humidity Dry air Dry air

Air

Condensing dehumidification —
functional principle
Fan

Condensation tray Compressor

Condair DC series

Condair Condensing dehumidifiers For temperature-sensitive areas, we

have many different applications offer special temperature-neutral
across the industrial, commercial and versions. The condensation heat from
warehousing sectors. They are based the dehumidifier is drawn away via an
around a refrigerant circuit system, external condenser so that the room
and are generally used in areas which temperature is not affected.
require a relative humidity of up to 45%.
Condair condensing dehumidifiers can Condair condensing dehumidifiers
be configured in a variety of ways to come with a hot-gas defrosting
suit our customers’ individual needs. So system as standard to ensure safe,
we always have the optimum device for economical operation even at low room
any application. temperatures.

The standard devices in the Condair

DC series cover a broad range of
applications. Their dehumidification
capacities range from 75 l/24h to
930 l/24h. Their enormous ventilation
capacities of up to 8,000 m3/h mean
that just one or a few devices are
required to control the humidity in even
the largest of buildings. They can be
free-standing or configured for mobile
use, and can even be connected to the
air duct network to ensure optimum
distribution of the dehumidified air.

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Durable housing Flexible connection options EC fan
The robust, hot-dip galvanized RAL 9006 Condair DC dehumidifiers can either be High-quality, directly controlled EC fan. The
housing provides maximum protection operated independently or connected fan is very energy-efficient and quiet to run.
against the aggressive environmental to a ventilation duct network. Separate A variety of external compressors can be
conditions often experienced in the connection frames are available for this. installed on the device. The fan housing is
industrial sector. The housing is easy to For longer duct networks and specialist soundproof and completely separate from
disassemble to ensure fast access to all of applications, we offer more powerful fans the cooling circuit.
the relevant components. A stainless steel with higher compression levels.
version is also available.

Controller Cooling circuit Heat exchangers

The dehumidifier is controlled fully Highly efficient R410A cooling circuit. We In all versions of the device, the heat
electronically via a microprocessor. only use well-known branded components exchangers feature a special coating
Operation and error notifications are in our cooling circuits. The pressure is to protect them from aggressive
displayed on the integrated screen, balanced via electronic expansion valves, environmental conditions as standard.
which can also show operating hours. and once the corresponding parts of the Special varnishes and coatings are available
The microprocessor controls important housing are disassembled, all components if the device is to be operated under
functions such as defrosting and are easily accessible. Specialized versions, particularly aggressive conditions.
compressor operation. A potential- e.g. for operation at higher temperatures,
free contact is provided for issuing the are available on request.
operation/error notifications.
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Technical Data
DC condensing dehumidifiers

DC 200

Technical Data DC 75 DC 100 DC 150 DC 200 DC 270

Dehumidification capacity at 30°C – 80% RH l/24h 73.0 95.2 157.1 194.3 263.1
Dehumidification capacity at 20°C – 60% RH l/24h 34.5 50.2 66.0 90.6 111.4
Dehumidification capacity at 10°C – 70% RH l/24h 26.6 33.7 43.9 60.7 75.7
Air flow m /h
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800 1000 1500 1800 3800
Nominal power consumption 1)
kW 1.1 1.72 1.98 2.64 4.90
Maximum current consumption 2)
A 1.55 2.07 2.34 2.72 17.9
Availiable ext. pressure (extended pressure optional) Pa 50–150
Operation range — humidity % RH 1–99
Operation range — temperature 3) °C 5–36
Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 230/1/50 400/3/50
Sound pressure level 4)
dB(A) 52 54 60 62 63
Refrigerant - R410A
800 x 819 981 x 1055 1378 x 1154
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm
x 400 x 554 x 704
Weight kg 85 90 130 135 140

Technical Data DC 350 DC 450 DC 550 DC 750 DC 950

Dehumidification capacity at 30°C – 80% RH l/24h 340.2 418.8 566.8 751.1 939.3
Dehumidification capacity at 20°C – 60% RH l/24h 168.5 223.9 267.1 391.0 501.0
Dehumidification capacity at 10°C – 70% RH l/24h 118.3 160.9 180.2 269.8 349.6
Air flow m3/h 4200 5500 7000 8500
Nominal power consumption 1)
kW 6.26 8.59 8.00 11.60 15.50
Maximum current consumption 2)
A 14.2 17.9 18.9 28.3 38.3
Availiable ext. pressure (extended pressure optional) Pa 50–150
Operation range — humidity % RH 1–99
Operation range — temperature 3)
°C 5–36
Voltage supply V/Ph/Hz 400/3/50
Sound pressure level 4) dB(A) 64 64 66 66 66
Refrigerant - R410A
Dimensions (H x W x D) mm 1378 x 1154 x 704 1750 x 1504 x 854
Weight kg 211 215 415 423 430

1) at tR=30°C; humidity=80°C 2) at tR=35°C; humidity=80°C 3) low temperature version for permanent operation below 10°C available on request
4) Laboratory values at 1 m in open air as per ISO 9614, actual values may vary

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 Storing wood
0 40–60% RH 100 0 12–20°C 30

Storing paper
0 40–50% RH 100 0 18–20°C 30

Assembly halls
0 45–55% RH 100 0 22–25°C 30

Storage and cooling

Excessively high humidity is a serious equipment, and fog can negatively

problem in many parts of the affect the health of employees working
warehousing industry. The main in the area. Condensation can damage
causes of this are air infiltrating from or even contaminate the goods being
outside and moisture evaporating stored, meaning that you have to make
from the products being stored additional effort and incur additional
themselves. There are a number costs to ensure that the necessary
of symptoms, including moisture hygiene standards are met.
damage on packaging, clumping,
mold and corrosion, that can all have By using a suitable dehumidification
a negative impact on product quality. system, you can guarantee the safe and
Condensation can form on walkways, efficient operation of your warehouses
technical equipment, vertical blinds and cold storage facilities. Our systems
and other components, preventing you ensure optimum product quality,
from ensuring that you have a safe and and provide a safe and hygienic work
hygienic work environment. environment.

The consequences of outside air

infiltrating cold storage facilities can
be even more dramatic. Ice can form
on goods, walls, floors, walkways and

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 Penicillin manufacturing
0 60% RH 100 0 25°C 30

Tablet presses
0 35% RH 100 0 24°C 30

Test lab
0 45% RH 100 0 22°C 30

Gelatin production
0 24% RH 100 0 20°C 30

Pharmaceutical industry

Many pharmaceutical products are High humidity and high levels of

made from hygroscopic raw materials condensation can also encourage
in powdered or granulated form. High bacteria and mold to grow. This in turn
and uncontrolled humidity during the can result in long interruptions to the
tableting and packaging process can production process with devastating
cause a variety of problems that are financial consequences.
often difficult to solve.
Laboratories, too, need to precisely
If powders or granulates come into control their humidity to ensure that
contact with the water vapor in the air, they produce accurate, reliable results.
this can have a serious effect on both Dehumidification systems can keep
the production process and product humidity at the optimum level during
quality. the production and packaging process,
and so ensure maximum production
Powdered materials can clump together security and efficiency.
and block pneumatic transportation
systems, which can in turn result Condair offers a wide range of
in extensive cleaning work, and technologies and additional options
therefore downtime, being required. to help you tailor a solution to your
If this additional moisture causes specific requirements.
irregularities in the dosing process, the
effectiveness of the active chemicals
may be limited and uncontrollable.

Variations in volume, weight, color and

product characteristics, and a possible
reduction in the shelf life of the
product, can all have a negative effect
on brand and company image.

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 Waterworks
0 50% RH 100 0 18°C 30

Water supply facilities

Condensation is one of the biggest Powerful dehumidification systems

challenges faced by companies can effectively and efficiently protect
operating and maintaining equipment technical equipment in water supply
at water supply facilities, particularly facilities from all kinds of moisture-
during the warmer months of the related damage. They can also help
year. The infiltration of warm, humid to significantly reduce the amount of
air into cooler buildings can lead to downtime required for maintenance by
condensation forming on the pipes and keeping equipment in peak condition.
fittings that carry the water, and other Plus, they keep the working
colder components. environment safe and hygienic for staff.

This can cause considerable damage

to technical systems and the building
itself:

■ Destruction of anti-corrosion
coatings.
■ Corrosion of electrical contacts and
damage to sensitive electronics.
■ Droplet and puddle formation.
■ Mold build-up and microbe growth.
■ Clumping of chemicals and additives.
■ Wet surfaces representing a safety
risk for staff.

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 Cookies
0 40–55% RH 100 0 15–20°C 30

Chocolate
0 40–55% RH 100 0 15–20°C 30

Cheese
0 75–85% RH 100 0 2–15°C 30

Bread
0 65% RH 100 0 30
30–40°C

Food, production and storage

When it comes to producing, Large volumes of water vapor can be

processing and storing foods, it is drawn away incredibly quickly to reduce
incredibly important for companies build-ups of condensation and water
to adhere to the strictest of hygiene droplets, minimizing interruptions to
standards. As well as moisture operation after cleaning. Transport
infiltration from warm, humid systems, too, can be made available
external air, people and the products more quickly post-cleaning.
themselves, the often regular and
intensive cleaning measures necessary Potential dangers for staff, such as
in this field can also cause an enormous those posed by wet walkways and fog
additional build-up of moisture at are avoided, and mold cannot even
production facilities. Dehumidifiers begin to grow.
are the most effective and efficient
solution to ensure you maintain the
optimum conditions for uninterrupted,
hygienic and safe operation.

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Efficiency
One traditional method of Desiccant driers can also be very
dehumidification that is still efficient if the media available on site,
commonplace today is a simple such as steam or PWW, is combined
ventilation and circulation system, with the electrical regeneration heater.
whereby the damp air is sucked in via
a ventilator and drier air streams in Using a hybrid regeneration battery like
from outside. This external air must this saves a considerable amount of
then be reheated, which takes a huge energy, particularly with larger systems,
amount of energy. This method is and can therefore help you achieve
therefore incredibly wasteful. a substantial reduction in operating
costs.
It is far more efficient to run
dehumidifiers based on a closed cooling
circuit system. All Condair industrial
dehumidifiers work according to the
heat pump principle, whereby all of
the warmth given up in the heat pump
circuit is used to heat the room. This
considerably decreases operating costs.
Compared to a simple ventilation
system with supply and exhaust air
streams, a dehumidifier can be up to
60 % more efficient.

Planning and service

We offer a wide and comprehensive use to source maintenance and

range of dehumidification options. commissioning services for your
For this reason, we recommend that dehumidifier as needed.
when it comes to selecting your system,
you consult a specialist who can offer Condair GmbH offers the following
objective, expert advice for planners, services alongside its products:
installers and operators.
■ Planning support
The experts at Condair GmbH are ■O  n-site consultation and sales with
happy to help you plan, design and our specialists
select the optimum dehumidification ■ S oftware-supported design and
system for your needs. calculations
■ Nationwide after-sales service
And if you ever experience an issue, ■ Replacement parts
help is available fast for both industrial
and commercial customers. Condair
GmbH offers a nationwide customer
service program which you can also

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