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Introduction

Why is humidity control important to Print & Packaging?

Maintaining stable relative humidity between 40% and 60% is essential for efficient print and packaging operations. Dry air causes paper and board to lose moisture, leading to dimensional changes, curling, static buildup, misfeeds, and increased production downtime. By maintaining consistent humidity levels, materials remain stable, printing presses operate more reliably, and product quality is improved. In packaging applications, controlled humidity also helps manage static electricity and supports consistent performance of materials such as films, adhesives, and coatings.

In the UK, seasonal changes in temperature and humidity create challenges for print and packaging facilities that require reliable climate control throughout the year. Effective humidification systems help reduce material waste, minimise production interruptions, and maintain consistent production speeds. As every facility uses different substrates, machinery, and processes, a tailored humidity control solution ensures optimal operating conditions, protects equipment, and supports high-quality, efficient manufacturing.
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Adiabatic humidifiers spray a fine mist that absorbs heat as it evaporates. This cools the air naturally, taking the pressure off your air conditioning system and reducing your electricity costs.

Paper and packaging materials are highly hygroscopic, meaning they readily absorb and release moisture as relative humidity changes. Maintaining a stable 50–60% relative humidity helps prevent paper curl, dimensional changes, web breaks, and static-related issues. This significantly reduces paper jams, machine stoppages, and unplanned downtime, helping production lines run at maximum speed while improving your site's profitability.

Rapidly moving paper, board and plastic films generate electrostatic charges that can cause sheets to cling together, leading to feeding problems and production delays. Maintaining the correct relative humidity helps dissipate static build-up, improving sheet separation and feeding reliability, while also optimising the performance and curing of industrial adhesives and laminates.

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