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1.1 MultiPipe – Steam distribution system for very short humidication distance
The MultiPipe is made from stainless steel and high-grade plastic compo-
nents. It is designed for con nection to the Nordmann steam humidi ers.
The MultiPipe steam distribution system is installed directly in the air duct
or in an air-handling unit. It comprises horizontal collector pipes and several
vertical pipes provided with steam nozzles. The MultiPipe separates the
condensate from the inlet steam and feeds this uniformly and drip-free to
the air ow. In particular the steam ab sorption distance is considerably less
compared with conventional steam distribution pipes.
Note: To ensure a safe support of the collector pipes we recommend the
use of the specially designed support for the steam distribution system
MultiPipe. The entire support is made from stainless steel and available in
four different mounting sets for duct heights ranging from 450 to 3200 mm
(see table in chapter 3.6). The mounting sets comprise all necessary parts
for the correct support of a MultiPipe system.
1.2 Positioning of the steam distribution system
The positioning of the steam distribution system should be determined when
laying out the air-con-ditioning system. The following points should be ob-
served to en-sure correct humidication of the air. The conditions must be
main tained exactly to ensure that the MultiPipe system satises the high
demands made of it. A layout based on incorrect data, an unfavourable
installation position or wrong installation can result in excessive humidity
with separation of condensate and therefore to damage from water. The air
duct must therefore be sealed in the area of the absorption distance and
provided with a water drainage tray with outlet. The system is preferably t-
ted immediately following the air heater (and before the cooling coils). Other
installation situations require additional care. A viewing port immediately
following the system is highly recommended for installation and inspection
of operation of the installation. Installation of the system is always made
laterally to the air ow. With vertical air ow the nozzle tubes are tted at an
angle of 20° to 30° to enable the condensate to ow away easily.
With exception of determination of the steam absorption distance, the
same basic rules apply to the MultiPipe steam distribution system as to the
standard steam distributor pipes (see installation and operating instructions
of the humidier).
1 Notes on steam distribution system MultiPipe