How this little guy protects this big guy.

JLTV IMAGE COURTESY Sgt. Timothy Smithers

The little device above plays a big role in protecting critical assets such as the JLTV pictured next to it.

In order to protect high-value assets from corrosion and other damage from the elements, they’ll often be stored in controlled humidity environments (e.g., Level III Aircraft Preservation, CHP, APS). It’s a level of storage that stops the aging process. 

However, that degree of protection is possible only by maintaining consistent relative humidity (RH) levels of 40% (plus/minus 5%). Unfortunately that’s not guaranteed just because you’ve built a controlled humidity environment. Sometimes doors are inadvertently left open, or opened wide on a nice day. Or the dehumidification systems are switched off by mistake, or there’s a power outage or equipment failure.

So how do you make sure your assets remain fully protected? 

The best way to ensure success is to install a comprehensive monitoring/reporting system. Our CFE Assurance Program includes smart sensors, like the one pictured above, to continually monitor RH levels. The system includes real-time alerts when the facility is out of spec, and provides regular reports to assure that the RH targets are being met. 

“Measurement is the only guarantee of success.”

As an elite Army unit we work with says, “Measurement is the only guarantee of success.”

Contact us to learn more about how timely, relevant, and actionable data can ensure your success in stopping the aging process.