Method for sequencing compressor operation based on space humidity
US10914476B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 21, 2019 |
| Grant date | Feb 9, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF24F2110/20
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A multi-circuit refrigeration system includes a first plurality of compressors, a second plurality of compressors, and a control panel. The control panel is configured to receive an input related to humidity from a humidity sensor or humidistat. Based on the input, the control panel is configured to sequence operation of the first plurality of compressors and the second plurality of compressors between a balanced mode and a clustered mode. In the balanced mode, a first compressor of the first plurality of compressors and a first compressor of second plurality of compressors are energized before a second compressor of the first plurality of compressors or a second compressor of the second plurality of compressors is energized. In the clustered mode, the first compressor and the second compressor of the first plurality of compressors are energized before the first compressor or the second compressor of the second plurality of compressors is energized.
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