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Nortec RS
2596995_0_EN_1905
Introduction
Purpose of Manual
The Nortec RS Engineering Manual is intended to give the reader a good understanding of the Nortec RS steam
humidifier, its operating principles, features and specifications. It also describes how to calculate the total humidi-
fication load for a project, how to select a model, its options and accessories, as well as how to plan for installation
of the unit.
Intended Audience
The Nortec RS Engineering Manual is intended for consulting engineers who design and implement the humidi-
fication requirements for a facility.
Other Helpful Resources
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and use the free Condair online program –
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umidifier
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ngineering and
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oad-
sizing
P
rogram (H.E.L.P.) to assist you with absorption distance calculations, selection of humidifiers,
steam distributors, controls and accessories.
Tutorials on using this program are available from the Literature & Media section of the Condair web-
Additional information on the effects of humidity, relative humidity calculations, load calculations, and
recommended design conditions can be found in the Condair Humidification Load Calculation Manual
(Condair document 2553856).