Victor Gomez, West BU Manager overseeing sales and operations for the West Coast, discusses his work at the Timberview project for Truebeck. His team is installing and testing a remote monitoring and smart control system for two Tampa 1000 heaters and one R15000 desiccant dehumidifier. The system includes components like lay-flat ducting for air distribution and a WE sensor with a WME probe installed on trusses to measure wood moisture content across multiple floors. This setup ensures accurate environmental monitoring as the wood structure acclimates.
The project emphasizes controlling ambient and wood moisture conditions as the wood structure is enclosed. Proper acclimation prevents defects like checking (cracks or splits in the wood). By monitoring conditions with the XactiR system, the team can adjust dehumidification and heating to maintain optimal moisture levels. This is particularly crucial during seasonal transitions, such as Portland's shift from wet winters to moist springs. The system’s precision prevents rapid changes that could harm the wood, ensuring structural integrity.
Key Points:
Installation/testing of XactiR remote monitoring system with smart controllers.
Equipment includes Tampa 1000 heaters, R15000 dehumidifiers, and WE sensors with WME probes.
Monitors ambient and wood moisture to prevent defects during acclimation.
Seasonal changes necessitate fine-tuned dehumidification and heating to protect the structure.
Goal: Gradual acclimation of wood to avoid cracking or damage.
This system supports proactive adjustments, ensuring the building's wooden elements remain durable and defect-free during construction.
