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Home » Authors » Mike Steffes

Mike Steffes

Mike Steffes is the R&D Lab Scientist, Therma-Stor, LLC

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What You Need to Know About Desiccant Drying

Restoration desiccants dehumidify the air by exposing the humid air to a desiccant material that adsorbs moisture
Larry Carlson Mike Steffes
May 10, 2017
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Desiccant dehumidifiers have become an important tool for many restoration contractors.


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Finding that "Sweet Spot" in Heat Drying during Restoration (Part 1)

Understanding the difference between heat energy and temperature
Larry Carlson Mike Steffes
June 15, 2016
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Learn how heat works and how to get past some common heat related mistakes.
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Finding that "Sweet Spot" in Heat Drying during Restoration (Part 2)

Heat science, and day-to-day use of heat on restoration drying jobs
Larry Carlson Mike Steffes
June 15, 2016
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Understanding the science helps you develop the art.
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IAQ Tips for Water Damage Remediators

Mike Steffes
October 6, 2015
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It’s front page news these days: indoor air quality and health problems caused by mold. Asthma and the allergies mold often triggers are major drivers toward the layman’s understanding of IAQ.


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Restoration Drying with Heat: Part 2

Larry Carlson Mike Steffes
November 1, 2013
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Part 1 of this series, which you can see in the October R&R, discussed some of the physical changes that occur when you add heat to water and wet materials.
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Restoration Drying with Heat: Part I

Everyone dries with heat because water requires a substantial amount of heat (energy) to change from a liquid to a vapor
Larry Carlson Mike Steffes
October 1, 2013
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Some restorers are afraid to even utter the word “heat.” This article is aimed to help restoration professionals have a better understanding of heat, its consequences and its applications in restoration drying.


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