1.1.2. Industrial Air-Conditioning

Try these first

1. 1.

   What does DBT stand for?

   Hint

   Think about the basic measurement of air temperature.

2. 2.

   Define relative humidity.

   Hint

   Consider how much moisture air can hold.

3. 3.

   What is the main function of industrial air-conditioning?

   • Comfort for humans
   • Maintaining product conditions
   • Protecting equipment

   Hint

   Think about what industries need the most.

4. 4.

   Relative humidity (RH) measures the amount of moisture in the air. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Remember how much moisture the air can hold.

5. 5.

   A pharmaceutical company requires specific RH levels for production. If the current RH is 80% and the target is 50%, what measures can the air-conditioning system take?

   Hint

   Think about cooling that extracts moisture.

6. 6.

   Explain how energy efficiency standards from ASHRAE can influence air-conditioning design in a new textile factory.

   Hint

   Consider what standards ensure the factory uses energy wisely.