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Safeguarding Heritage: Preventing the Top 10 Agents of Deterioration

Disaster Recovery, Document Recovery, Fire and Smoke Damage, Mold Damage, Water and Storm Damage

Arguably, the cornerstone of safeguarding archives and collections lies in prevention, which makes understanding potential threats crucial. This is why The Canadian Museum of Nature and the Canadian Conservation Institute have compiled a list of the top 10 agents of deterioration, identifying the primary hazards to historical objects. This compilation aims to assist in preventing and protecting valuable collections, whether housed in museums or homes.

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Building resilience: Managing moisture and IAQ in critical infrastructure

Construction Drying, Temporary Climate Solutions, Remote Monitoring and Control, Indoor Air Quality

Critical infrastructure, like data centers and server rooms, are the backbone of modern industries, requiring meticulous planning and execution during construction. Moisture control and climate management rank high on the list of priorities for ensuring the resilience of these facilities. Let's explore how temporary climate control and environmental monitoring during construction play a crucial role in their success.

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What is the Air Quality Index?

Temporary Climate Solutions, Remote Monitoring and Control, Indoor Air Quality

We all know good air quality is good and bad air quality is bad. But how can people operating businesses and managing facilities understand air quality levels in and around their working space? In this article, we will explain the US EPA Air Quality Index and cover some common air quality questions.

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Mastering Moisture: The Role of Vapor Pressure in Wood and Mass Timber Construction

Construction Drying, Temporary Climate Solutions, Remote Monitoring and Control

Wood and mass timber construction have gained significant traction in recent years due to their sustainability, aesthetic appeal, and structural versatility. However, these building materials come with unique challenges, particularly concerning moisture management and wood moisture content.

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Optimizing indoor conditions for gummy manufacturing

Temporary Climate Solutions, Remote Monitoring and Control, Food and Pharma

Consumer demand for gummy vitamins and nutraceuticals has accelerated in the last 5 years. According to ReportLinker’s report, “manufacturers are capitalizing on expanding their sales by focusing on innovative product formulations”. With new options come production challenges as facilities are tasked with simultaneously increasing volume and controlling quality. One area of opportunity and risk is managing humidity levels to support and optimize processes.

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