Moisture handling– Dehumidification in Ice Rinks and Low-Temperature Buildings
Effective moisture handling is crucial in low-temperature buildings, especially in ice rinks, cold storage rooms, and other refrigerated spaces. Excess moisture can lead to mold growth, structural damage, and increased energy consumption. Therefore, proper dehumidification and humidity control are essential to ensuring long-term operation and energy efficiency.
Moisture Handling in Ice Rinks, Cold Storage, and Freezer Warehouses
At EKA, we specialize in providing consulting services for moisture management in low-temperature buildings, such as ice rinks, cold storage rooms, and freezer warehouses. Our small but highly experienced team has extensive expertise in designing and implementing solutions that leverage the latest technologies, including dehumidification techniques, natural refrigerants, and heat recovery from cooling systems.
Desiccant Dehumidifiers and Heat Recovery – An Energy-Efficient Combination
Desiccant dehumidifiers offer an energy-efficient solution for handlingmoisture in refrigerated environments. These systems utilize a rotating desiccant wheel that requires regeneration with warm air, which can advantageously be achieved using recovered heat from the refrigeration unit.
Since the demand for dehumidification and cooling is often synchronized—especially during summer when both humidity and cooling loads are higher—more recovered heat is available to drive the dehumidification process. By integrating heat recovery into the dehumidification system, we can further enhance energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and create more stable climate conditions in refrigerated environments.
Free signs to download
Here you can download "cold and dehumidified zone" signs as a reminder to close the door to the arena room and avoid moisture load, cheap and effective solution. Ready to print!
Explore Moisture Handling in Ice Rinks – NERIS Project Reports
The NERIS project (Nordicbuilt: Evaluation and Renovation of Ice Halls and Swimming Halls) is a collaboration between KTH and EKA, aimed at improving energy efficiency and moisture control in ice rinks and swimming facilities. Led by the Division of Building Science at KTH in Stockholm, this project has resulted in a series of reports exploring moisture transport, dehumidification techniques, and optimized solutions for sustainable and moisture-proof ice rinks.
Here, you can access all five parts of the report series:
🔹 NERIS – Part 1: An Introduction to Moisture Handling in Ice Rinks
🔹 NERIS – Part 2: Methods and Energy Use for Dehumidification in Ice Rinks
🔹 NERIS – Part 3: Moisture Transport in Ice Rinks – Mechanisms and Physics
🔹 NERIS – Part 4: Moisture-Proof Ice Rinks – Construction and Dimensioning
🔹 NERIS – Part 5: Comparison of Refrigeration and Sorption-Based Dehumidification in Ice Rinks
These reports provide valuable insights into how moisture affects ice rinks and what strategies can be used to optimize operations and minimize energy losses. Feel free to contact us if you want to learn more about how we can help your facility manage moisture effectively and sustainably.
