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The Impact of Heat on Agribusiness Infrastructure and Solutions to Mitigate Risks

The Impact of Heat on Agribusiness Infrastructure and Solutions to Mitigate Risks

Extreme heat poses significant challenges to agribusiness buildings and infrastructure that are often by necessity near farms and ranches in sunny, warm areas. Rising temperatures affect structural integrity, energy consumption, crop yields, supply chains, worker safety, and the performance of automated systems. Understanding these impacts is crucial to develop strategies that maintain operational efficiency and reduce risks.

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Comprehensive  Guide to Integrating Passive Cooling into Warehouses

Comprehensive Guide to Integrating Passive Cooling into Warehouses

In an era of increasing energy costs and environmental concerns, integrating passive cooling strategies into warehouses is an effective way to reduce energy consumption and operational costs. This guide provides an in-depth look at various passive cooling methods, including their advantages, disadvantages, costs, timeframes, and the potential return on investment. Special attention is given to paints and coatings, which play a pivotal role in passive cooling strategies.

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Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Passive Cooling and Testing

Comprehensive Guide to Understanding Passive Cooling and Testing

This comprehensive guide focuses on understanding how passive cooling works, the relationship between solar reflectance, emissivity and the Solar Reflectance Index (SRI), and how these metrics relate to the effectiveness of cooling systems. A particular focus will be on Passive Daytime Radiative Cooling (PDRC), which is gaining attention for its potential to cool surfaces below ambient temperatures.

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