Climate control for indoor farming in Dubai

Need for precise humidity control in vertical farming

Vertical farming is becoming increasingly popular as a solution for growing healthy, fresh food locally, especially in urban environments like Dubai's "Sustainable City." Dubai faces challenges with food production due to limited arable land, harsh climate conditions, and the need to import more than 80% of its food. Indoor farming in repurposed spaces such as shipping containers and bio-domes has emerged as a sustainable alternative. However, the climate in these indoor farms must be carefully controlled to ensure maximum crop yield, prevent plant diseases, and avoid crop losses, making precise humidity regulation essential.

High-performance dehumidification

To meet those challenges, Alesca Life Technologies implemented advanced climate control systems. The Trotec TTK 655 S mobile dehumidifiers from Dantherm Group are specifically used to regulate air humidity and temperature, ensuring optimal growing conditions at every stage of plant development. The dehumidifiers help maintain controlled humidity levels, while fans ensure proper air circulation. Data loggers continuously monitor the climate, providing real-time data to make necessary adjustments and ensure that plants have the perfect environment for growth.

The Dantherm Group climate control series is also used in commercial buildings, construction sites, factories, museums and galleries, rental companies, warehouses and for water damage restoration.

Learn more about the Trotec TTK 655 S – condensation dehumidifier or the Trotec TTV – axial fan. 

Protecting the yield

By integrating the dehumidification and climate control systems, Alesca Life Technologies has been able to maintain the ideal conditions needed for indoor farming.

• Optimal climate in all growth phases: The solution ensures that each stage of plant growth, from initiation to maturation, has the right humidity levels and climate conditions.

• Maximum crop yield: With controlled humidity, plants are less susceptible to diseases, and the risk of crop loss is significantly reduced.
• Prevention of plant diseases: Constant climate control helps avoid moisture-related issues that can cause disease.
• Protection against crop failures: Continuous 24/7 monitoring and climate adjustments ensure reliable production, minimizing potential losses.

The Dantherm Group solution has enabled Alesca to improve efficiency, and contribute to a more sustainable urban food system in Dubai.

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