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World's First
Foam Metal
Dehumidifier
5 L/hr · Industrial Grade · 10+ Year Lifespan
Revolutionary 3D open-cell metal foam technology delivers 56–196% higher heat transfer efficiency than traditional aluminum fin evaporators. Built for underground tunnels, mines, data centers, military bunkers, and any industrial environment where conventional dehumidifiers fail.
World's First
5 L/hr Capacity
10,000 m²/m³ Surface
56–196% More Efficient
10+ Year Lifespan
Washable & Reusable
3-in-1: Dehumidify + Filter + Cool
ISO 9001:2015
Global Shipping
Supply Chain Procurement
800–1000 m³ Coverage
1–1.5 kW Low Energy
World's First
5 L/hr Industrial Grade
10,000 m²/m³ Surface Area
56–196% More Efficient
10+ Year Lifespan
ISO 9001:2015
Global Shipping
Free Engineering Consultation
Core Technology
Why Foam Metal Outperforms
Why Foam Metal Outperforms
Every Conventional Dehumidifier
Traditional aluminum fin evaporators have been the industry standard for decades — but their geometry limits condensation surface area and forces turbulent inefficiencies. PrometheanFoam's 3D open-cell metal matrix eliminates these constraints entirely.
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10,000 m²/m³
Condensation Surface
Up to 10,000 m²/m³ specific surface area — orders of magnitude more than aluminum fin evaporators. Every pore wall is a condensation site.
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+56–196%
Heat Transfer Efficiency
Peer-reviewed studies confirm 56–196% higher heat transfer coefficient vs. traditional fin heat exchangers of equivalent volume — at the same energy input.
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Very Low
Air Resistance
85–98% open porosity allows free airflow at 0.5–2 m/s. Lower pressure drop enables smaller fan motors — reducing energy consumption and noise.
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Infinite
Wash & Reuse Cycles
Solid metal construction — no fiber, no polymer, no degrading media. Wash with water to restore full performance. No replacement media costs, ever.
🔬 The Physics: Why Foam Metal Condenses More Moisture
In a conventional fin evaporator, air contacts the flat surfaces between fins. In foam metal, air must navigate a 3D labyrinth of interconnected pores — every surface contact removes heat and triggers condensation. The tortuous flow path also continuously disrupts the thermal boundary layer that limits flat-surface heat exchangers, multiplying effective heat transfer per unit volume by 56–196%.
Technical Specifications
Full Technical Data
| Parameter | Value | Notes |
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| Dehumidification Capacity | 5 L/hr (5 kg/hr) | Industrial grade |
| Airflow | 700–1,000 m³/hr | Adjustable |
| Cooling Capacity | 3–4 kW | Refrigeration system |
| Power Consumption | 1–1.5 kW | High efficiency |
| Foam Porosity | 85–98% | Open-cell structure |
| Specific Surface Area | Up to 10,000 m²/m³ | Massive contact area |
| Operating Air Velocity | 0.5–2 m/s | Optimal range |
| Weight | 120–180 kg | Steel construction |
| Coverage per Unit | 800–1,000 m³ | Single unit |
| Operational Lifespan | 10+ years | No replacement needed |
| Maintenance | Washable | Reusable indefinitely |
| Price Range | $5,000–$10,000 | Per unit · volume pricing available |
Capacity
5 L/hr
5 kg/hr water removal
Surface Area
10K m²/m³
vs. hundreds for fins
Efficiency Gain
+56–196%
vs. traditional evaporators
Porosity
85–98%
Open-cell metal foam
Coverage
800–1K m³
Per single unit
Lifespan
10+ yr
vs. 3–5 yr conventional
Energy
1–1.5 kW
Low power consumption
Airflow
700–1K m³/hr
Adjustable fan speed
Custom System Design
Large installations require multi-unit arrays. PrometheanFoam engineers provide custom system design for tunnels, mines, and data center halls of any size — including airflow modeling, RH mapping, and energy projection. Call (307) 533-4550 for free engineering consultation.
B2B Procurement & Supply Chain
Global Supply Chain
Global Supply Chain
Procurement Program
PrometheanFoam supports B2B procurement at every scale — from single-facility evaluation units to multi-site infrastructure contracts. Our supply chain program is built for procurement officers, facility managers, and system integrators.
Supply Chain Advantages
- ✓Direct factory pricing — no distributor markup
- ✓Volume pricing from 3+ units
- ✓Net-30 / Net-60 terms for qualified accounts
- ✓ISO 9001:2015 quality documentation
- ✓Full technical data packages for procurement review
- ✓Custom engineering for non-standard facilities
- ✓OEM / private-label supply agreements available
- ✓Shipping to 50+ countries (full export documentation)
- ✓On-site commissioning support for large projects
Supply Chain Cost Model (5 Years)
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Evaluation & Pilot
Single-unit procurement for facility evaluation. Free engineering consultation, application-specific sizing, and full technical documentation for procurement approval.
1–2 units · Standard lead time · Full TDP included
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Volume Contract
Multi-unit procurement for facility-wide deployment. Volume pricing, Net-30/60 terms, scheduled delivery, and dedicated account management for large procurement programs.
3–50+ units · Volume discounts · Net-30/60 terms
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OEM / System Integration
Foam metal evaporator cores supplied as OEM components for HVAC manufacturers and system integrators. Custom dimensions, custom porosity, and supply agreements with guaranteed lead times.
OEM pricing · Custom specs · Long-term supply agreement
Target Applications
Built for Environments Where
Built for Environments Where
Conventional Units Fail
High humidity, particulate contamination, limited maintenance access, and extreme operating conditions — foam metal dehumidifiers thrive where traditional units clog, corrode, or break down.
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Underground Tunnels
RH: 80–95% · Continuous concrete moisture
Metro subway systems, road tunnels, and underground warehouses face relentless humidity from concrete outgassing and groundwater infiltration. Foam metal's clog-resistant structure handles dust, mold spores, and particle-laden air that destroys conventional filters.
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Mines & Mining
RH: 90%+ · Dust + moisture combined
Underground mines combine extreme humidity with heavy silica and ore dust — a combination that destroys fiber filters in weeks. Foam metal's washable open-cell structure resists clogging indefinitely and can be cleaned in-place with water.
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Data Centers
RH: 40–60% precision control
IT infrastructure and server hardware require tight RH management. Foam metal provides precision humidity control with superior filtration — protecting sensitive electronics from both moisture and airborne particulates in a single system.
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Military & Government
RH: Variable · Critical infrastructure
Underground command centers, military bunkers, and critical government infrastructure require long-duration, low-maintenance humidity control. Foam metal's 10+ year lifespan and minimal maintenance make it ideal for hard-to-access secure facilities.
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Commercial Kitchens
RH: 60–90% · Grease + steam combined
Combines grease filtration and humidity control in a single unit — a natural extension for existing PrometheanFoam kitchen filter customers. Upgrade your hood system to add dehumidification capability without additional ductwork.
View Kitchen Filters →
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Industrial Facilities
RH: Variable · Process-critical
Warehouses, cold storage, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and chemical processing facilities where moisture causes product damage, corrosion, or process failures. Multi-unit arrays for large floor spaces.
Performance Comparison
Foam Metal vs. Traditional
Foam Metal vs. Traditional
Dehumidifiers
✓ PrometheanFoam Foam Metal
Condensation Surface Area10,000 m²/m³
Heat Transfer Efficiency+56–196% vs. baseline
Air ResistanceVery Low (85–98% porous)
Clog ResistanceExcellent — open-cell
Washable / ReusableYes — Indefinitely
Operational Lifespan10+ Years
FunctionsDehumidify + Filter + Cool
Filter Media Cost$0 / year
Price Range$5,000–$10,000
✗ Traditional Dehumidifier
Condensation Surface AreaLimited (fin gaps only)
Heat Transfer EfficiencyBaseline
Air ResistanceModerate to High
Clog ResistancePoor — clogs frequently
Washable / ReusableNo — Replace filters
Operational Lifespan3–5 Years
FunctionsDehumidify only
Filter Media Cost$500–$2,000 / year
Price Range$3,000–$8,000
Total Cost of Ownership
Higher initial investment — but 2× the lifespan, 56–196% better efficiency, and $0 filter media costs per year. Over 5+ years of industrial operation, foam metal consistently delivers lower total cost of ownership. Request a customized TCO analysis for your facility at sales@prometheanfoam.com.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Foam metal dehumidifiers use a 3D open-cell metal structure with 85–98% porosity and up to 10,000 m²/m³ specific surface area — creating dramatically more condensation contact area than aluminum fin evaporators. Peer-reviewed studies confirm 56–196% higher heat transfer efficiency. Additionally, the solid metal construction is washable, reusable indefinitely, and lasts 10+ years vs. 3–5 years for conventional units, with zero filter media replacement costs.
Yes. While open-cell metal foam heat exchangers have been studied in academic literature for their superior thermal performance, PrometheanFoam is the first company to commercialize foam metal technology as a complete industrial dehumidification system at this scale. Academic research demonstrating the 56–196% efficiency advantage has existed for years — we are the first to engineer it into a production-ready industrial product available for procurement.
Yes — this is one of the key advantages over conventional units. The large-pore open structure resists clogging from dust, silica, mold spores, and particulates that would block fiber or polymer filter media in weeks. When cleaning is required, simply wash the foam element with water. No special chemicals, no replacement parts, no service contracts. Ideal for mines (silica dust), tunnels (concrete dust), and industrial environments.
A single 5 L/hr unit covers 800–1,000 m³ at 700–1,000 m³/hr airflow. Multiple units can be combined in modular arrays for any size facility — tunnels of any length, mine levels, entire data center halls. PrometheanFoam engineers provide custom multi-unit system design with airflow modeling and RH projection at no cost for qualified procurement inquiries. Call (307) 533-4550 or email sales@prometheanfoam.com.
PrometheanFoam supports three procurement models: (1) Direct purchase — single or multi-unit orders with standard lead times; (2) Volume contracts — 3+ unit pricing with Net-30/60 payment terms for qualified accounts, scheduled delivery, and dedicated account management; (3) OEM supply agreements — foam metal evaporator cores supplied to HVAC manufacturers and system integrators under custom specifications and long-term supply contracts. Contact sales@prometheanfoam.com for procurement documentation.
Yes. PrometheanFoam ships to 50+ countries with full export documentation, commercial invoices, and customs support. We support international procurement for mining operations, tunnel infrastructure projects, data center deployments, and military facility programs globally. Contact sales@prometheanfoam.com for international shipping quotations and lead times.
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