Protect valuable museum exhibits and archives with precision humidity control. Discover how desiccant dehumidifiers from Vision Air Conditioning deliver optimal preservation environments in museums across Canada and the USA.
Humidity Control in Museums and Archives
Creating an optimal microclimate in archives, exhibition halls, and museum repositories is essential to protect valuable objects, paintings, books, and historical documents. Uncontrolled humidity leads to mold, material decay, and high rehabilitation costs. Vision Air Conditioning delivers advanced desiccant dehumidifiers to preserve heritage across Canada and the USA.
- Prevents mold and mildew on collections and storage walls
- Reduces costly restoration and reconstruction
- Ensures recommended RH and temperature for each object type
- Improves hygiene and extends building lifespan
- Enables full automation of climate control
Recommended Storage Conditions for Museum Objects
Different materials require specific humidity and temperature settings for long-term preservation. Our systems help maintain these conditions:
| Material | Relative Humidity (%) | Temperature (°C) |
|---|---|---|
| Bone, Ivory | 45-65 | 19-24 |
| Paper, Books | 50-60 | 19-24 |
| Anatomical Collections | 40-60 | 19-24 |
| Magnetic Tape, Disks | 40-60 | 10-21 |
| Photos (B/W) | 20-30 | 2-20 |
| Wood, Paintings on Canvas | 35-65 | 19-24 |
| Ethnographic/Organic Materials | 40-65 | 19-24 |
| Papyrus | 35-50 | 19-24 |
| Fur, Feather | 45-60 | 15-21 |
How Desiccant Dehumidifiers Protect Museum Collections
Desiccant dehumidifiers use silica-gel rotors to adsorb water molecules from the air, maintaining precise RH even in low temperatures. Regeneration air preheated to 90-140°C ensures continuous operation and reliable protection for valuable assets.
- High drying efficiency with low energy use
- Effective at low and variable temperatures
- Compact, easy to install, and corrosion-resistant
- Compliance with global museum preservation standards
- Supports full automation and remote monitoring