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Europe’s leading manufacturer of archive and preservation climate control solutions

Archives and preservation humidity control and drying solutions by Dantherm Group

Archives and preservation humidity control and drying solutions

Protect essential documents and priceless artefacts from water damage.

Trusted moisture management that preserves your archival storage

You understand that unbalanced moisture levels do more than just place your historic books, iconic photographs and important paperwork at risk. Poorly managed climates can destroy your archive buildings over time and sour your guests’ experiences.

To achieve the optimal balance of humidity year-round, archives worldwide have trusted our outstanding range of dehumidifiers for decades. Whether you want to safeguard culturally significant footage, or maintain the condition of your library – count on our long-lasting technology for any form of archive preservation.

Humidity control and drying for archives
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for archives

Don’t let dry air turn your important documents brittle, or high humidities trigger the growth of mould. Perfectly balance moisture in the air with intelligent desiccant and condensation dehumidifiers that preserve your records and storage facilities for generations.

Humidity control and drying for film and photograph archives
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for film and photograph archives

When the amount of moisture in your archive fluctuates, your film reels and photographs can suffer costly damage, and possibly be lost altogether. Protect your collections and physically remove excess moisture with our high-performance dehumidifiers.

Humidity control and drying for gallery archives
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for gallery archives

Without a way to control moisture levels year-round, your gallery’s tapes, sketches and other reference material can expand and contract, damaging its look and feel. Better preserve every item in your archives with our advanced condensation and desiccant dehumidifiers.

Humidity control and drying for libraries
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for libraries

Is your library home to first-edition books, one-of-a-kind historic manuscripts or valuable resources? Optimise storage conditions and customer comfort during even the busiest periods with our professional moisture management technology.

Humidity control and drying for reading rooms
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for reading rooms

If you allow the public to see and touch your priceless paperwork, make sure it remains securely protected out of storage. Take humidity regulation and document preservation to new heights with reading room dehumidifiers you can trust every day.

Humidity control and drying for special collections
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for special collections

Exceedingly rare books. Culturally relevant texts. Priceless artefacts. Whatever items you keep in your special collections, ensure their condition is protected for decades to come. Speak to our expert about the right archival storage dehumidifiers for your needs.

Humidity control and drying for corporate repositories
Humidity control and drying

Humidity control and drying for corporate repositories

Extreme moisture does more than destroy business documents and legal paperwork; it can erode the integrity of your storage facilities over time. Keep costly damage and disruptions to a minimum with solutions that manage moisture content year-round.

The European leader in archives and preservation humidity control and drying solutions

Even when your items are securely archived, fluctuations in humidity can cause considerable amounts of damage to your important documents, photos and tapes.

To protect your inventory, as well as the comfort of your guests and the long-term condition of your archival storage buildings, you need equipment that manages moisture year-round. Engineered with decades of expertise and the highest quality components, our reliable, powerful and energy-efficient dehumidifiers help you preserve your materials for less.

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We believe in climate control built to your specifications

Every solution we deliver starts with a bespoke consultation. Our highly trained experts work to understand your unique requirements so you receive exactly what you need.

Manufactured in-house by our specialist engineers, we tailor solutions that meet your expectations, and instantly connect you with the right supplier.

Archives and preservation humidity control and drying solutions FAQs

Why is humidity control important for archives and preservation?

Uncontrolled moisture is one of the greatest threats to archives and preservation, as overly damp or dry air can infiltrate paper, acetate, film stock and more, causing costly or irreparable damage to your records on file.

Unbalanced humidity levels can also harm the long-term integrity of your structures, especially in older buildings. For instance, overly dry atmospheres may increase the risk of electrostatic discharges damaging electronics, while high levels of condensation can corrode shelves, fixtures and structural supports.

Additionally, too much or too little moisture in the air has the potential to jeopardise guest comfort. This is particularly important in spaces such as libraries and reading rooms.

To protect the long-term condition of your documents, storage facilities and visitor experiences, the need for robust, reliable humidity control is undeniable.

How do humidity control solutions benefit archival materials?

The right humidity control solutions do more than just protect the quality and condition of important items. Dehumidifiers are an advantageous tool to have because they:

  • Reduce the need for costly, time-consuming restoration work
  • Protect archive buildings and other structures against water damage
  • Limit the disruption caused by moisture-related problems
  • Keep visitors and staff both healthy and happy

Want to start leveraging the full benefits of dehumidification in your archive? Speak to our experts about your precise needs.

What types of humidity control solutions are used in archives and preservation facilities?

Archives and preservation environments use a wide range of units to manage humidity, including:

  • Condensation dehumidifiers
  • Desiccant dehumidifiers
  • Industrial dryers
  • Ducted dehumidifiers

To discuss which of these units is best suited to your facilities, talk to our specialist team.

Where are humidity control and drying solutions typically deployed in archives and preservation settings?

This depends on the specific layout of a building and the exact dehumidifier installed. In some circumstances, units are mounted to the wall or ceiling. In other cases, mobile units may be positioned on the floor wherever they are needed.

At Dantherm Group, we can discuss where to position your units to deliver exceptional humidity control without hurting the aesthetic of your spaces.

How do humidity control solutions contribute to the preservation of books, film, photographs and other artefacts?

To preserve important items, dehumidifiers physically remove excess moisture from the air. As well as creating a more stable environment for people and structures, this process prevents paper from becoming too wet or brittle, film from becoming damaged, and ink from smudging.

Can I buy your humidity control systems for archiving and preservation online?

We don’t make our humidity control solutions available to purchase online to ensure that every system we design, manufacture and supply fits your exact requirements. By taking a consultative approach with a highly-trained expert, we make sure that you are only recommended equipment that meets your needs – and fulfils these in the most efficient, cost-effective way possible.

Across all of our products, VAT-registered companies can get a quote very quickly by pressing 'I want to buy' and inserting your enquiry and contact details.

How soon can you supply your archive and preservation dehumidifiers?

This varies on a case-by-case basis. For some standard products, accessories and consumables, we can provide day-to-day delivery. For larger orders or more bespoke drying equipment, there may be a longer lead time.

By reaching out to our experts we can put you in touch with your nearest local supplier so you can receive the products you require in the most timely manner possible.

Do you sell your archive and preservation humidity control solutions to private consumers?

No. Dantherm Group’s range of dehumidifiers are only sold to industry professionals directly from our offices, or via our extensive network of distributors.

What support do you offer for your archive and preservation dehumidifiers?

With offices, servicing partners and spare parts suppliers distributed across Europe, we can rapidly respond to any request or issue involving your products. You can learn more about our servicing and spare parts services on our website.

Our professionals are also happy to advise on the most effective way to set up and operate your equipment, so you always get the maximum performance and value from your products.

Why choose Dantherm Group for professional climate solutions?

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Bespoke solutions built around your needs.

We are more than suppliers. Our experts tailor our climate control solutions around your requirements so you always get the ideal outcome – and put you in touch with the right supplier for timely delivery.

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Designed and engineered in Europe.

Quality without compromise. We design and engineer all of our climate control technology at our competence centres across Europe to guarantee units of unrivalled usability, reliability and efficiency.

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European-wide reach for ultimate support.

Support when you need it, wherever you need it. Our European-wide network of offices, servicing partners and spare parts dealers ensure that anything you require gets there fast.

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