Understanding Condensation in Mortuary Facilities — What Happens When Hot Air Meets Cold Storage

Understanding Condensation in Mortuary Facilities — What Happens When Hot Air Meets Cold Storage

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💧 Why Am I Seeing Condensation Around My Walk-In Mortuary Cooler?

When hot ambient air from your facility enters a cooled environment—or comes into contact with the outer shell of a cold walk-in cooler—it can trigger condensation, which appears as water droplets on walls, floors, doors, and ceilings. This happens due to a simple yet powerful scientific principle: relative humidity and dew point.

Whenever warm, humid air hits a cooler surface or enters the colder interior of your mortuary cooler, the air rapidly cools. If the air contains more moisture than it can hold at the lower temperature, that excess moisture turns into liquid water—a process called condensation.

🔍 Key Causes of Condensation in Mortuary Cooler Environments

1. Temperature Differentials

Mortuary coolers are typically maintained at around 35°F. If the room they are placed in reaches 80–100°F (common in summer months or non-conditioned prep areas), the temperature difference creates a "moisture magnet."

2. Poor Ventilation or Air Exchange

Without proper air circulation or HVAC support, humid air can pool around the cooler or inside the entryway. Every time the cooler is opened, moist outside air is pulled inside.

3. High Relative Humidity

In hot regions, summer humidity levels can exceed 70%, dramatically increasing the risk of condensation around cold surfaces.

4. Cooler Door Left Ajar or Frequent Opening

Frequent access to your cooler allows warm air to constantly mix with the cooler air, overloading the refrigeration system and causing moisture accumulation.

🛠️ Risks of Excessive Condensation

• Slip Hazards in prep rooms or cooler floors

• Mold and Mildew Growth in ceilings and corners

• Refrigeration Failure from overworked compressors

• Insulation Breakdown and long-term damage to walls or panels

• Water Damage to drywall, ceilings, or floor coatings

✅ How American Mortuary Coolers Helps You Prevent Condensation

At American Mortuary Coolers, we don’t just build coolers—we engineer complete systems that address real-world facility challenges.

Here’s how our mortuary coolers are built to resist condensation:

• 🔐 Self-Closing, Gasket-Sealed Doors – Prevents air leakage

• 🧱 Closed-Cell Foam Insulation (R-32 Rating) – Prevents moisture intrusion

• 🌀 Vapor-Proof LED Lighting – Eliminates heat-generating bulbs

• 🔄 Cam-Lock Panels for Tight Seals – Reduces air exchange through joints

• 🌬️ Optional Heavy-Duty Door Closers – Keeps doors shut automatically

• 🚪 Custom Entry Placement – Avoids cooler placement near HVAC vents or exterior doors

🔧 Tips for Reducing Condensation in Your Facility

1. Install a Dehumidifier in the prep room or hallway

2. Keep Cooler Doors Closed when not actively in use

3. Use Air Curtains or Strip Doors at cooler entry

4. Install Proper HVAC and Exhaust Systems

5. Avoid Placing the Cooler in Unconditioned Spaces (i.e., garages or sun-facing rooms)

🔒 Looking to Upgrade Your Cooler?

If you're battling moisture issues with a poorly sealed or aging cooler, it's time for an upgrade. Our walk-in mortuary coolers are:

• Built in the USA 🇺🇸

• Backed by up to a 50-year panel warranty

• Delivered nationwide with White Glove assembly available

• Customizable for any facility

📞 Contact American Mortuary Coolers

Let our experienced team help you design a cooler system that works for your location, climate, and budget.

• 📞 Call Us: 1-888-792-9315

• 📧 Email: sales@mymortuarycooler.com

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