Våtsystem

Våtsystem is a Swedish term that translates to "wet system" and generally refers to any system that operates using or involving a liquid medium. The specific meaning can vary greatly depending on the context, but it often implies a method of operation or a component that is designed to interact with a liquid.

In industrial applications, a våtsystem might refer to a wet scrubber, a pollution control device that removes contaminants from exhaust flue gases by passing them through a liquid. This liquid can be water or a chemical solution, and the process captures particles and gases. Another use could be in wet processing, where materials are treated or manufactured using liquids, such as in the textile industry for dyeing or finishing fabrics.

In the context of fire protection, a våtsystem is a type of sprinkler system where the pipes are always filled with water. When a sprinkler head activates due to heat, water is immediately discharged. This is in contrast to a dry system, where the pipes are filled with air or nitrogen until a sprinkler head activates, releasing the compressed gas and allowing water to flow.

The term can also appear in less technical fields. For example, in some gardening contexts, a våtsystem might describe a method of hydroponics or a plant cultivation technique that relies heavily on water. Regardless of the specific application, the core concept of a våtsystem is its reliance on a liquid to perform its function.