Carl Munters Honored as ASHRAE Pioneer of the Industry
His legacy and tremendous contributions to the industry will not soon be forgotten
AMESBURY, Mass. — Carl Georg Munters, founder of air treatment solutions company Munters, has been recognized as an ASHRAE Pioneer of the Industry. ASHRAE’s Pioneer of the Industry award honors deceased individuals who have made milestone contributions to the growth of the HVACR industry and have shown evidence of distinction — either technically or academically.
The inventions of Carl Munters have had a major impact on the industry. The basic principle of desiccant dehumidification developed by Munters more than 60 years ago is still the most efficient drying technique known today. During his lifetime, Munters was granted more than 1,000 patents, and most of his inventions are still in use today.