Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C. - USA

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Adiabatic In-Duct Humidification

The Smithsonian Institution - Preserving Heritage via Precise Humidity

As one of the world’s leading cultural and scientific institutions, the Smithsonian relies on precise environmental control to protect its collections and welcome millions of visitors. Condair EL steam humidifiers help ensure the ideal indoor climate within its historic headquarters.

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The Smithsonian Institution: Preserving America’s heritage with optimal indoor climate

The Smithsonian Institution is arguably the most important research and educational institution in the United States. It operates numerous museums, galleries, zoological gardens and scientific projects. The institution's headquarters is the building known as ‘The Castle’ on Jefferson Drive in Washington.

The imposing red sandstone building was constructed in 1855 in the Norman style, which represents a mixture of late Romanesque and early Gothic architecture typical of 19th-century America. The building houses the entire administration as well as a visitor center with digital maps and interactive displays that answer questions. Condair steam humidifiers ensure a pleasant and healthy indoor climate and optimum indoor humidity for conservation purposes.

Condair EL

The Condair EL is the latest generation of well-known steam humidifiers from Condair. These products are the first choice whenever simple but reliable steam/air humidification is required. Users of such installations look for simple and easy operation, and demand healthy, hygienically humidified breathing air. The Condair EL series steam humidifier meets these demands in an exemplary manner.

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Projects and References

Fogra Forschungsinstitut für Medientechnologien e.V., Aschheim (Germany)

In-room humidification ensures controlled humidity in the printing room. This guarantees a standard climate for the reliable testing of identity cards and banknotes.

Das Fraunhofer-Institut für Arbeitswirtschaft und Organisation IAO, Stuttgart (Germany)

In a 2-year study, the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering IAO investigated the significance and effect of humidity in the office. The results show that humidity has a positive effect on the assessment of the workplace and can also have an effect on the health and performance of office workers.

Robert Koch-Institut, Berlin (Germany)

With the retrofitting of in-room humidification systems, the Robert Koch-Institute protects laboratory staff from health risks and increases their well-being.