HVAC in Building with Wet Turf Playing Field
HVAC in Building with Wet Turf Playing Field
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I'm going to be getting into the design of an HVAC system for an indoor playing field with a turf that is wetted on occasion to keep it in shape. Don't really know the specifics on that yet.
This is new territory for me - what do I need to look out for? I assume that due to watering of the turf, humidity control will be key. Anyone know of any good references?
This facility will also have a basketball court in a separate space. Any recommendation there with the hardwood floor?
This is new territory for me - what do I need to look out for? I assume that due to watering of the turf, humidity control will be key. Anyone know of any good references?
This facility will also have a basketball court in a separate space. Any recommendation there with the hardwood floor?





RE: HVAC in Building with Wet Turf Playing Field
Need to consider the ambient climate but playing fields are probably used intermittently so you might consider a full outside air system for most of the time to keep the turf healthy and forget about any temperature control (might need some temperating?). When the facility is in use then provide temperature control.
Bigger issue may be sunlight so the turf does not die! If you have openable roofs to let sunlight in then obviously any climate control becomes a moot point.
RE: HVAC in Building with Wet Turf Playing Field
The air is very dry during the games. Obviously the system is designed to handle the high humidity.
As far as the hardwood floors go, didn't basketball gyms survive for decades before air conditioning was invented? My old high school in South Carolina had an unairconditioned gym with hardwood floors. Obviously it is VERY humid in the southeastern United States. I don't remember them having a problem, other than some people in the top rows passing out.
RE: HVAC in Building with Wet Turf Playing Field
I was only there once before the system was replaced. The building was noticeably humud and stunk of mildew, and the mosquitos were out of control ... yes, indoors.
Mike Halloran
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA
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They still let you download an electronic version, not instructions though
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