Thriving Orchids: How Munters Climate Control Creates a Tropical Paradise in Italy

Mimicking a Tropical Oasis

Phalaenopsis orchids, known for their vibrant blooms, thrive in specific conditions: warm temperatures, low light, and high humidity. In their natural habitat – the moist understories of tropical forests – these factors come together seamlessly. However, replicating this environment in the heart of Italy presented a significant challenge.

Munters Climate Control Takes Center Stage

The Gamberoni family turned to Munters climate control solutions to achieve a perfect balance. By implementing a suite of Munters equipment, they were able to create an ideal environment for their orchids:

• EM50 Exhaust Fans: These fans ensure proper air extraction from the greenhouse, allowing incoming air to be cooled by the evaporative cooling pad-wall installed on the opposite side of the greenhouse.
• CELdek 7090-15 Evaporative Cooling Pads: These innovative pads allow to exploit adiabatic cooling principle to cool-down the air through evaporation. This helps to create a cooler and more humid environment, mimicking the natural humidity of a tropical forest.
• WDP Precoated Steel Gutter System: This system effectively channels and manages excess water, preventing moisture buildup and potential rot.
• EDC18 Circulation Fans: These circulation fans promote air distribution and destratification throughout the greenhouse, reducing the risk of mold proliferation due to dew generated by local high humidity levels and lowering the heating consumption by reducing vertical temperature gradient.

A Flourishing Business and Breathtaking Blooms

The impact of Munters climate control has been nothing short of transformative. Mr. Gamberoni himself acknowledges, "Thanks to Munters, the temperature in the greenhouses is now exactly where it should be – 10 to 15°C below the outside temperature. Together with our 70% RH, the Phalaenopsis orchids have ideal flowering conditions."

This meticulously controlled environment has not only ensured the health and flourishing of the orchids but has also paved the way for a thriving business. Mr. Gamberoni emphasizes, "The floral market required this particular type of orchid, and now we can meet these demands."

Innovation Creates Paradise

The Gamberoni family's success story is a testament to the power of innovative climate control solutions. By partnering with Munters, they were able to transform a dream – cultivating vibrant orchids in the heart of Italy – into a thriving reality.