Article written in Building Science Corporation by Joseph Lstiburek regarding dehumidification.
BSI-012: Balancing Act - Exhaust-Only Ventilation Does Not Work Joseph Lstiburek August 15, 2016 There. I said it. It just does not work. OK, it works sometimes1. But it does not work in tight building enclosures and certainly not in new houses, apartments, townhouses and row houses. Basically in nothing new that we Read More
Innovative Dehumidifier Systems will be at the 2016 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo
Innovative Dehumidifier Systems will be at the 2016 ACCA Conference & IE3 Expo in Charlotte, NC from March 10-13, 2016. Please visit Ron Revia and Brian Smith at booth 1101 to learn more about our Energy Star® Certified IW-25 dehumidifier. They will be discussing industry best practices and new technology designed to prevent and resolve microbial growth in multifamily housing. In 2010, Read More
Why the Aspen Mini Blanc is the perfect condensate pump for the IW-25 dehumidifier.
The Aspen Mini Blanc is an aesthetically pleasing mini condensate pump that will surface mount next to the IW-25 dehumidifier. The 'ultra quick fit' Mini Blanc is designed to be fitted beneath high wall indoor units and offers easy access for future maintenance. The Aspen Mini Blanc operates on a float switch mechanism which detects the presence of water in the drain pan, activating the pump. Read More
What Causes Mold in Apartments
Seldom does a day go by that there isn’t a report of apartment mold somewhere in the US resulting in property loss or damage, serious health effects and legal implications. A quick search of Google News for “apartment mold” returns 20,600 results with numerous reports from across the country made within the past week. While working with hundreds of developers, property managers and design Read More
VHDA Proposes $1500 Per Unit Increase for Virginia Tax Credit Developers Who Make Provisions for Installing a Hard-Wired Dehumidifier
VHDA recently proposed changes to the 2015 Low Income Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) including a $1500 upward adjustment of cost limits per unit if all apartments are equipped with electrical and plumbing hook-ups for a hard-wired dehumidification system. This is exciting news for Virginia tax credit developers. The expectation is several states will soon follow Virginia’s Read More
IW-25-1 In-Wall Dehumidifier Comparison Video
The IW-25-1, In-Wall Dehumidifier was engineered specifically for multi-family applications to overcome the effects of increased energy codes, tighter construction and occupant driven internal moisture generation. It is an award-winning solution with unique tenant lock-out features allowing property owners to mitigate excessive humidity and prevent mold growth in apartments. Prior to the Read More
Apartment Dehumidifier Put to the Test in Florida Case Study
In a head-to-head battle with the unrelenting South Florida humidity, the IW-25-1 by Innovative Dehumidifier Systems leaves the ring as the undefeated champ posting yet another unanimous decision. Wireless monitoring equipment was placed inside an upscale Ft Lauderdale area apartment where excessive humidity has caused a myriad of problems over the past few years. The equipment compiled Read More
IW25-1 In-wall dehumidifier highlighted by WWAY ABC News
Innovative Dehumidifier System's IW25-1 was recently highlighted on the Wilmington, NC ABC affiliate website and news. They were interested in highlighting how our product recently won the National AIA People's choice award for innovative new product of the year, based on how our in-wall dehumidifier is used to help property owners control humidity and mold. See the link below for Read More
Innovative Dehumidifier IW25-1 Wins AIA National Conference Most Innovative Product Award
This past week Innovative Dehumidifier Systems attended the 2014 AIA National conference in Chicago. We enjoyed our time meeting with existing and new clients. Additionally, our IW25-1, in-wall dehumidifier was entered in and participated in the AIA Product Marketplace competition for the most innovative new product. We are excited and extremely proud that after all the architects voted our Read More