An alternate system runs on the fog or good mist injected in to the intake air stream. Although a number of commercial systems are available, Greenhouse Auto Vent growers can assemble and install their own system utilizing a high pressure piston pump and fog nozzles. The basic components are proven in Fig. 1. A two-stage system controlled by a two- stage thermostat allows more water to be applied on excessively warm, bright days. Temperature settings ought to be 5-10°F apart.

Algae development in the pads can become a problem that will reduce the effectiveness of the machine and result in accelerated deterioration of the pads. The addition of an algaecide to the water supply will help in control.

It really is desirable, especially in hard water areas, to add a wetting agent to the drinking water to obtain more uniform wetting of the pads. A commercial material or liquid home detergent at the rate of 2 tablespoons per 100 gallons may be used.

Water for the pads ought to be clean and low in mineral content to avoid clogging and coating of the pads. A pump, pipes and gutters are used to recirculate the drinking water. A flow rate 113 gallon per minute per linear foot of pad program ought to be provided to make certain adequate wetting.

In the most common coolant system (fan and pad), the fans draw air through wet pads that extend the length of one endwall or sidewall. Aspen and coated cellulose are common pad materials that always have life of one to three years. Approximately one sq . foot of pad are is needed for 20 square ft of floor area.