Wine Cellar Refrigeration Orange County
A proper wine cellar environment is of critical importance to the preservation of wine collectibles. Wine cellar refrigeration systems are a fundamental component of a climate controlled wine storage space. Whether a wine room is installed in a residential or commercial sector, maintaining the right balance of temperature and humidity is vital to the optimal development and aging of wines.
A wine cellar space has a unique life of its own, that is sustained by proper refrigeration equipment. A wine cellar refrigeration unit is purposely designed to help prevent fluctuations in the storage environment, by keeping a good temperature range (from 50 to 59 degrees Fahrenheit), as well as maintaining the right amount of humidity (within 50 to 60 percent).
The absence of an efficient cooling system can lead to erratic temperature changes that can negatively impact the aging process of wine collectibles. It can also cause inconsistent humidity levels, that can encourage the growth of molds on the cork and bottle label, and damage the overall quality of the wine.
Ambient conditions, total bottle count, frequency of door opening and closing, room size and location are some of the factors that should be taken into account when choosing the proper wine cellar climate control system. Although there are different sizes and types of wine cellar refrigeration Orange County that can address specific cooling needs and requirements of clients, they all fall under three categories: through the wall designs, ducted refrigeration systems, and split-system wine cellar cooling systems.
Through the wall designs are self-contained cooling units that contain both the evaporator and condenser. This wall mounted wine cellar refrigeration unit requires a well-ventilated adjacent space into which it can exhaust warm air. Through the wall systems are the least expensive of all wine cellar refrigeration systems.
Ducted wine cellar refrigeration systems feature a self-contained unit that utilizes ductwork to supply cold air into the wine cellar and expel warm air from the storage space. This unit can be ducted some distance away from the wine cellar. Hence, it not only reduces the amount of noise, but also adds to the aesthetic appearance, because of the complete absence of machinery inside the wine room.
Split Wine Cellar Refrigeration Systems
Split-system wine cellar refrigeration systems are designed to be whisper-quiet and unobtrusive. This unit is composed of two components: the evaporator, which is installed inside the storage space, and the condenser, which is placed in a remote location inside the house or outdoors. The refrigeration components are connected by a line set.
Apart from installing a refrigeration system and having a tight seal, the entire wine cellar structure must be insulated and outfitted with vapor barriers to help maintain the desired wine storage conditions. Insulation keeps the cool air in and warm out, while vapor barriers inhibit moisture accumulation on the inner surface of the wine room.
Arctic Metalworks specializes in wine cellar refrigeration Orange County. The company provides high quality cooling systems for both residential and commercial applications. Arctic Metalworks is a fully licensed California contractor that also dabbles in wine cellar installation and renovation, as well as custom wine racking design.
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