Archive for April, 2011

Using a mist system to cool warehouses, factories etc.

Sunday, April 17th, 2011

High pressure mist systems can cool far better than traditional, bulky evaporative cooling systems, even in areas with high humidity. We design misting system for semi-enclosed spaces to distribute the ultra fine mist into the air to cause an adequate amount of evaporation to effectively and efficiently cool the space. The amount of mist being introduced into the space can be regulated and an interval misting timer can provide total control of the system.

When using a mist system to cool enclosed spaces its very important to have adequate amounts of air being exchanged. The changing air prevents the mist system from causing humidity to build up. This is usually accomplished with exhaust fans. As long as there is enough changing air, misting systems can economically cool large spaces. Our high pressure mist fans can be placed at strategic locations. These misting fans are UL listed, have a totally enclosed motor, aluminum blades, 3 operating speeds and a durable corrosion resistant finish. These misting fans are also widely used in restaurants, hotels, resorts, homes etc. Outdoor Cooling Systems has designed and installed many misting systems in warehouses and factories will be happy to answer all of your questions.

A good start for cooling many semi-enclosed spaces is our Misting Direct brand Misting Kit. The Misting pump has enough capacity to power additional misting fans.

Designing a misting system for enclosed or semi-enclosed spaces can be tricky, so feel free to contact Outdoor Cooling Systems for free design consultation or to answer any questions you might have.

Preventing clogged nozzles in high pressure misting systems

Saturday, April 16th, 2011

High pressure misting systems use very small nozzles that can become clogged when not installed correctly or if they are not properly maintained. Having adequate filtration in mist cooling systems is essential to having a trouble free outdoor cooling system. For optimum performance, high pressure misting systems connected to municipal water supplies we recommend our two stage misting systems filters.

In addition to quality filtration, we strongly recommend a Misting Direct brand anti-drip valve that will automatically drain the water from the high pressure mist tubing between uses. This prevents stagnant water from sitting in the mist tubing and will greatly reduce the number of clogged misting nozzles that occur.

Don’t let a high pressure misting system sit unused for long periods of time. Even with a drain valve installed, small amounts of water can remain in the tubing and scale can begin to form if the water sits long enough. By simply running the misting system for five minutes once per week, clogging of the misting nozzles can be virtually eliminated. If you have a home automation system the misting system can be automatically cycled to prevent stagnant water from sitting in the mist tubing for long periods of time.

It is also recommended to flush the misting system about every six months. Simply remove the farthest from the pump and turn the misting pump on. Allow the water to flow freely for 3-5minutes. Regular flushing of the system is essential to having a trouble free mist cooling system.

Use quality misting nozzles. Our premium ruby misting nozzles can be easily disassembled and cleaned again and again. Most other brands of high pressure misting nozzles can’t be disassembled and once they become severely clogged, they are not cleanable. Our ruby misting nozzles have a real ruby orifice that will not wear down over time from the high pressure water.

Following these simple steps can keep you high pressure misting system running great so you can enjoy the outdoors!

Design your high pressure misting system in zones for maximum versatility.

Sunday, April 10th, 2011

When designing a high pressure misting system consider setting the system up in zones that can be independently turned on or off. We carry manual high pressure shut-off valves as well as high pressure misting solenoid valves. The electrical misting valves can be operated by a simple switch or can connected to and controlled by various automation systems. You may want too for example, turn off the misting nozzles on the patio section while leaving the fog effects for a waterfall left on. We can help you design your entire system so contact Outdoor Cooling Systems for expert assistance in creating a high pressure misting system that will best meet your needs. We carry a complete line of high pressure misting nozzles, misting pumps, nylon mist tubing, stainless steel misting tubing and everything you need to install a professional misting system.

See our misting gallery or our misting videos to see some of our work.

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Beware of disposable misting pumps

Sunday, April 10th, 2011

More and more disposable misting pumps have been seen on the market. What to I mean by disposable misting pumps? Many of these misting pumps are known to experience catastrophic failure resulting damage so severe it would be less expensive to replace the entire pump than to attempt to repair it. Furthermore since this units are made entirely of foreign components, getting replacement parts can be difficult. So be sure to compare the features and quality of high pressure misting pumps before buying!

Outdoor Cooling Systems has designed our entire line of misting pumps to be permanent misting pumps, all parts and components are replaceable or serviceable. We service all of our mist pumps in-house and our corrosion resistant misting pump enclosures will keep your high pressure misting pumps in service or many years to come. If you buy a misting pump from us, it may be the last mist pump you ever buy.

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