Humidity Solutions for Museums, Archives, and Libraries

Protecting valuable assets against humidity related dangers

The things presented in museums, archives, and libraries are often valuable items and documents. These places often keep rare artifacts and documents which are irreplaceable by any other things. Items of historical importance represent our civilization and our culture. These things have stood the test of time and might already be in not so good condition. It becomes very important to protect these items from further damage. Without getting control over humidity the priceless parts of our cultural heritage can be lost:

  • The items may go through slow deterioration which is hardly visible but can be serious in the long run.
  • Humid air is perfect for mold, mildew, fungal and bacterial growth.
  • Artifacts that are made of wood, textiles, and papers may get cracked, shrunk, or swole.
  • Corrosion in metal items is also quite common.
  • The working conditions for the staff are also not healthy and the storage for goods and key materials is also less than ideal.

Preserving our heritage through the management of humidity

Books, documents, artifacts, books, and tapes documenting related to historical incidents are an integral part of society’s culture. The importance of these key materials cannot be ignored and hence are thought to be irreplaceable as they cannot be produced again. Replicas of these materials don’t hold the same importance as the original one. Click on the following link to know more about Dehumidifiers for Museums and Libraries. 

Unfortunately, there are various climatic factors that can easily damage these materials when exposed to them. One key factor that contributes to damaging these products slowly but permanently is the fluctuation in humidity. The level of the humidity is directly affected by the weather and vice versa. They also vary according to the seasons. The damages caused are often invisible until the fatal damage is done. Many of the items may be made of organic material in which things like molds and mildews can develop. Varying levels of humidity also can cause things such as paper, textiles, and wood to get cracked. Humidity has the capability to alter the size of these things resulting in significant damage to the items. Most of the time the damages are irreparable or irreversible. Humidity does not leave the metal objects too. Humidity causes corrosion in metal objects while the quality of the objects such as tapes, films, and documents is degraded due to uncontrolled humidity. 

Many people consider ventilation and metal fans to protect the items but these are not completely effective. They are not adjustable according to the changing seasons or climate. The only solution to the problems stemming from the humidity is the installation of a proper dehumidifier. 

We must understand that the libraries and museums are public places so the humidity level fluctuation is very natural. Fans and ventilation just cannot control the uncontrolled humidity and they are also expensive to run. Installing dehumidifiers is the only realistic way of preserving important materials by controlling the humidity fluctuation.

Ambale dehumidifiers are the perfect equipment to supply continuous dry air and maintain the humidity level as per the desire.  These dehumidifiers are reliable and ensure energy-efficient operation. After the installation, you can get rid of the humidity fluctuations even during the season or weather change.

Ambale Dehumidifiers have many options such as Ducted dehumidifiers, Condensation based systems, and Dehumidifiers based on Adsorption Technology. Ambale Dehumidifiers are supplied all over NZ in Wellington. Tauranga, Hamilton, Northland, Christchurch, etc. Send us your query at info@ambale.co.nz