Humidity Threshold Monitoring System |
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Description and Purpose
Storing paper, grain, certain chemicals, and other material that is negatively effected by humidity can be a challenge
for
kitchen and food service facilities,
laboratories,
hospitals,
schools, and other facilities. Critical humidity levels are also
needed in
computer server rooms.
If the facility has a number of storage
units, the system can monitor each one with its own identification. If
the facility currently provides individual humidity sensing units, the
system can unify them into a single, easier-to-use system, many times
using the existing humidity monitoring equipment. This makes the
collection of storage units easier to manage from a single
keypad annunciator. The system can also monitor the storage room
door using a
door position sensor. It can even provide a
panic alarm for the inside to allow trapped personnel to call for
help.
Capabilities and configuration depends upon
the
control panel that you choose. |
Figure 1: Connections for the Humidity Threshold
Monitoring System |
Connections and Considerations
The table below refers to the drawing in
Figure 1. If you are using
this document on line, click the model number in the table below to see
more information.
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Item |
Model No. |
Description |
Mounting Options |
Notes |
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Hh |
HA-1 (Supplied by Winland) |
Humidity Detector |
Refer to manufacturer |
Requires
4193SN |
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B |
4193SN |
Adapter: Serial Interface Module |
Inside of monitored device. |
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V |
V-Plex |
V-Plex™ Data Bus |
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Connects to addressable devices, zone input devices and
relay modules. |
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Y |
Genesis:
4506 |
2-wire, 18AWG, Fire rated, Non-shielded |
Use Genesis 1118 for Non-Fire Applications |
This part number is an example. See your building and
electrical codes for actual jacketing requirements. |
Solving Humidity Issues
Those who use dry storage as a critical
service for preserving or processing material are challenged with keeping
humidity levels within an acceptable range. The system can monitor the dry
compartment or room and sense when the humidity is too high. When the
compartment is out of tolerance, the system can provide indications
locally and transmit the indication to the central station to begin a
pre-determined policy.
Weather patterns, power failures and extended
door propping cause the humidity to drift out of range. The system can
provide an immediate notification so that users can take action. When
notified, users will typically find a tripped fuse, a power failure, the
door ajar, or that the storage unit is in need of repair. Correcting the
causal issue quickly saves the value of the dry compartment’s contents.
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