Containers are particularly vulnerable to moisture and condensation. As they are used in many contexts, it is important to create a good and healthy climate inside the container to avoid high humidity and mould growth.
Moisture builds up quickly in a container if it lacks ventilation, but it's also easy to fix the problem by setting up a dehumidifier. In this article, we take a look at how you can avoid moisture-related problems in your container.
Today, there are many uses for containers. Although they were often originally built to transport things over long distances, it is now common to acquire a container for everything from storage to rest areas on construction sites.
Applications for containers:
It is important to keep in mind that there are both insulated and non-insulated containers. Since you can get damp in a container, it's a good idea to choose an insulated version if you're going to store electric and battery-powered tools in it. In an uninsulated container, there is a greater risk of moisture damage and, in the worst case, mould can start to grow.
It is common for moisture and condensation to occur in a container. This is because the cold, moist air has nowhere to go inside the four walls. This is usually due to a lack of heating, ventilation and dehumidification. Condensation forms against the cold sheet metal, causing the humidity to rise.
Ignoring moisture in a container can quickly lead to major problems. What they are depends on what is stored in the space. Condensation in a container can lead to damage to electronics, tools and equipment, among other things. It can also lead to rust and mould growth on different materials, for example if you store textiles in the space.
If you're going to use a container for storage or long-term storage, it's important to set up a dehumidifier to ensure that the air circulates and that the humidity doesn't get too high. You may be planning to use a container for storage or long-distance transport. If you're going to store sensitive contents in the container, some form of humidity control is needed, especially if there is no heating and ventilation. A dehumidifier can also help, for example, to dry wet work clothes or equipment.
The best is to set up a desiccant dehumidifier to protect against moisture in the container, but you can also try moisture-absorbing materials such as silica gel or moisture-absorbing bags.
By setting up a desiccant dehumidifier, you create a perfectly dry and protected environment in which to store everything from electronics to materials where mould can start to grow.
Our little dehumidifier EvoDry 6H is a very good desiccant dehumidifier for managing the moisture in a container, and the ultimate solution in all respects. It is compact and efficient in both small and large spaces. It can be mounted on the wall using a wall bracket or special container brackets. You can also mount it outside the space or hidden in a cabinet.
