The benefits of using an industrial dehumidifier in a commercial space setting are numerous — from reducing and managing the level of moisture in the air (humidity) to eliminating contaminants in the atmosphere and ensuring the overall hygiene of an area.
Most well-informed business owners and operating managers of commercial workspaces will no doubt be aware of the above, but when it comes to daily operations, there’s also the matter of how much it costs to run an industrial dehumidifier.
Like any piece of specialised equipment, industrial dehumidifiers require a constant supply of power to work effectively. With this in mind, it’s important to understand what kind of costs are to be expected with running an industrial dehumidifier in a commercial setting, as well as how to keep them as low as possible while ensuring an optimal level of operational efficiency.
Average Electrical Costs for Running an Industrial Dehumidifier
Average electrical costs for running an industrial dehumidifier are between $14.56 to $42.59 each month.
Industrial and commercial models of dehumidifiers are designed to filter larger capacities of air to meet the typically larger space requirements of commercial workspaces. Industrial dehumidifiers come in different capacities, which indicate the amount of moisture that they can extract from the air within a period of 24 hours. For example, 50-litre dehumidifiers will be capable of extracting 50 litres of moisture from the air within a full day.
So, what are the average electrical costs of running an industrial dehumidifier? Here’s a simple breakdown of the level of energy consumption for various capacities of industrial dehumidifiers.
- Low-capacity industrial dehumidifiers (30-litre) – 2.8 kWh/day
- Medium capacity industrial dehumidifiers (40-litre) – 3.7 kWh/day
- Large capacity industrial dehumidifiers (50-litre) – 4.8 kWh/day
Using the medium capacity model as a basis, along with the average cost of electricity in Australia (26 ¢/kWh), we can calculate the average electrical costs for running an industrial dehumidifier (assuming continuous operation for 24 hours):
- $0.962 each day
- $28.86 each month
- $351.13 each year
These costs are only an estimate – but it’s clear to see that running an industrial dehumidifier is not as expensive as powering air conditioning or heaters. Of course, the actual cost to run an industrial dehumidifier will vary based on the capacity of the model, how many units are used, and the length of operation.
Factors Affecting Energy Consumption for Industrial Dehumidifiers
Optimising the cost of running industrial dehumidifiers as part of operations will come down to finding the right balance between several factors.
Capacity
As expected, higher-capacity models will consume more energy during operation, and the converse is true for lower-capacity dehumidifiers. For this reason, most businesses make the assumption that lower-capacity dehumidifiers are more energy efficient than larger-capacity models. While this may be true for a smaller space, running a smaller capacity industrial dehumidifier in a larger space may lead to higher energy consumption than using a higher capacity model.
Choosing an industrial dehumidifier with a suitable capacity for the space is the best way to ensure optimal efficiency. The recommended space size capacity of a model should be close to the actual size of the commercial space it will be used in.
Operational period
Longer periods of operation for an industrial dehumidifier will undoubtedly result in higher energy consumption and electricity costs. Industrial dehumidifiers can be set to run continuously, but in most cases, it may not be necessary to run it round the clock.
Adjust the operation period for industrial dehumidifier based on the space requirements and operations — the greater the exposure to dampness or sources of moisture, the longer industrial dehumidifiers will need to be kept running to ensure that the level of humidity is kept at an acceptable level.
Type of industrial dehumidifier
Most commercial dehumidifiers use compressed refrigerants and rare earth alloy evaporators to remove moisture and other contaminants from the air, much like air conditioning units. However, there are also dehumidifiers that utilise chemical desiccants in the form of wafer wheels that draw moisture out of the air.
Using the right type of industrial dehumidifier in a commercial space can make a significant difference in the cost of running. Some models are more efficient than others when used over extended periods of time, while others are more suited to removing large amounts of moisture within a shorter span of time.
Keep Costs Low with Searose’s Energy Efficient Industrial Dehumidifiers
If you are looking for an industrial dehumidifier that offers effective results in achieving low humidity and moisture while requiring minimal energy consumption, we have the solution for you.
At Searose Environmental, we offer a leading range of industrial dehumidifiers in Brisbane and Sydney, from stand-alone electric and portable units, to fully customised Air Handling Units (AHU) to meet any commercial space’s requirements. Our range also includes desiccant dehumidifiers that are more effective in terms of moisture control, featuring quieter operation and lower temperature operation.