How Monitoring Temperature and Humidity in Tobacco Production
Tobacco, originally from South America, is now cultivated in various provinces in the north and south of China.
The crop is sensitive to temperature, and the quality and yield of tobacco are greatly affected by temperature changes.
High-quality tobacco requires lower temperatures in the early growth period and higher temperatures in the later period.
Temperature and humidity monitoring is essential not only during these growth periods but also during storage in the warehouse.
The temperature and humidity of the storage environment can affect the tobacco fermentation process.
Tobacco is a delicate and valuable commodity that requires careful handling throughout its processing and production. Maintaining consistent temperature and humidity levels is critical to ensure the quality and safety of tobacco products. In this blog, we will explore why monitoring temperature and humidity is essential for tobacco factories.
The Effects of Temperature and Humidity on Tobacco Quality
Temperature and humidity have a significant impact on the quality of tobacco, both during its growth and during the curing process.
Temperature
During the growing season, tobacco plants prefer warm temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit (18 and 27 degrees Celsius). However, too much heat can stress the plants and lead to lower yields and poorer quality tobacco. Temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius) can cause the leaves to scorch and turn brown.
During the curing process, temperature is also important. For flue-cured tobacco, the leaves are cured in a barn at temperatures that gradually increase from 100 to 180 degrees Fahrenheit (38 to 82 degrees Celsius). This process helps to develop the tobacco's flavor and aroma. However, if the temperature is too high, the tobacco can become scorched and lose its quality.
Humidity
Humidity is also important for tobacco quality. Too much humidity can encourage the growth of mold and mildew, which can damage the leaves and make them less desirable to smokers. Too little humidity can cause the leaves to become dry and brittle, which can also affect their quality.
So The ideal humidity level for curing flue-cured tobacco is around 60-70%. However, the humidity level can vary depending on the tobacco variety and the desired flavor profile. For example, some tobacco growers prefer to cure their tobacco at a lower humidity level to produce a milder flavor.
The Impact of Temperature and Humidity on Worker Safety
In addition to the impact on tobacco quality, temperature and humidity levels can also affect worker safety. High temperatures and humidity levels can cause heat exhaustion, dehydration, and other heat-related illnesses. Low temperatures can lead to hypothermia and other cold-related illnesses.
Monitoring temperature and humidity levels is essential to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses. By ensuring that temperature and humidity levels remain within safe parameters, factories can create a safe and healthy working environment for their employees.
The Role of Technology in Temperature and Humidity Monitoring
Advances in technology have made it easier than ever to monitor temperature and humidity levels in tobacco factories. Various sensors and monitoring systems can provide real-time data on temperature and humidity levels. This data can help factory managers make informed decisions about how to maintain consistent levels.
Using technology to monitor temperature and humidity levels also has several benefits. It allows for more precise control over the factory environment, ensuring that the tobacco remains at optimal levels. It also enables factories to identify potential issues before they become major problems, preventing damage to the tobacco and ensuring consistent quality.
Compliance with Industry Regulations
Tobacco factories must comply with various regulations regarding temperature and humidity levels. Failure to comply with these regulations can result in fines, legal action, and damage to the factory's reputation.
By using technology to monitor temperature and humidity levels, factories can ensure compliance with industry regulations. They can also provide evidence of compliance in the event of an inspection or audit.
It is crucial to strictly monitor temperature and humidity data in tobacco warehouses.
HENGKO's tobacco warehouse temperature and humidity monitor system allows for online monitoring of warehouse temperature and humidity.
The system uploads monitoring data to the cloud and periodically checks for changes in the analysis data, ensuring that the tobacco is always in a suitable environment.
Through network remote data transmission, users can log in to the centralized monitoring system platform and view the real-time operation status and parameters of
the temperature and humidity detection module in all areas of the warehouse. The systematic collection of environmental change data during the tobacco fermentation
process provides a large amount of data information models for studying aging laws and aging prediction models.
It also helps make reasonable recommendations for tobacco storage and sales.
The consist of HENGKO tobacco warehouse storage temperature humidity monitor system are as below:
1.Wireless temperature humidity data logger: Responsible for pointing-time detection of temperature and humidity data inside the storage warehouse.
2. Smart Logger: Each data logger of HENGKO will use with Smart Logger. Through the software, the recorder can be managed, operated and set, downloaded the data on the recorder to the computer, and the data analysis, data curve generation, output reports and reports.
3.Host: Each PC computer: using to check the save data of data logger.
Advantage:
1.Using advanced Internet of Things skills, through various wireless/wired sensors, real-time collection of environmental parameters, and information decision plans based on the collected data, intelligent control of the corresponding equipment.
2.The software has powerful functions, which can monitor data in real time and long-term, print data, and set alarms.
3.The recording interval and delayed recording time of the recorder can be set at will, from 1s to 24 hours, and can be customized.
4.Hardware: Various temperature and humidity transmitters, probes and temperature humidity serious products for your reference. With many years of industry experience and professional technical team , we will give you the sophisticated support services.
Conclusion
In conclusion, monitoring temperature and humidity levels is essential for tobacco factories.
It ensures the quality and safety of tobacco products and creates a safe and healthy working environment for employees.
By using technology to monitor these levels, factories can maintain consistent quality, comply with industry regulations, and ensure the continued success of their business.
Attention tobacco factory owners and managers! Don't overlook the importance of monitoring temperature and humidity levels in your facility.
Protect the quality of your products and ensure the safety of your workers by investing in reliable monitoring systems today.
Contact HENGKO to learn more about the benefits of temperature and humidity monitoring for tobacco factories.
