Fog machines are a staple in many clubs and bars, but it’s important that you know how to use them properly. If you don’t, not only can it be dangerous for your audience but also for yourself.
In this article we’ll look at how fog machines work and what their benefits are when used properly.
Vaporized Distilled Water
It’s no secret that water is a main ingredient in fog. But what you may not know is that vaporized distilled water is the main ingredient of fog machines.
Vaporization (or vaporizing) takes place when a liquid undergoes a change of state from liquid to gas (or vapor) without passing through the intermediate liquid phase.
In simple terms, it means heating something up until it becomes steam or water vapor rather than boiling it so that it dissolves into the air as water droplets.
How Does Fog Machine Work
First, it’s important to understand how fog machines work. They work by heating up the water in a canister until it turns into steam. The steam is then forced through a small nozzle that creates a fine mist—you know this as “fog.”
The reason they’re able to create such fine mists is because of the technology behind them: most modern fog machines use ultrasonic waves to break down liquid into tiny particles without creating any heat or pressure inside their tanks.
This process results in much more finely dispersed droplets than other methods might produce.
Which makes for a better effect when used on stage or film sets where you want to create an illusion of heavy smoke or steam but don’t want it actually blocking your view at all times (think about how your breath would feel if you were surrounded by actual steam).
Does Fog Machine Leave Residue
What is fog machine residue?
Fog machine residue is the accumulation of chemicals that remain on your venue’s surfaces, including floors, walls and ceilings.
It can be unpleasant to look at and even more unpleasant to clean up! To prevent this from happening, you should ensure that your fog machine is cleaned after each use.
You should also store it in a place where no one will accidentally come into contact with it – keep it out of reach if possible!
Fog Machine Maintenance
When using a fog machine, it’s important to clean the machine after every use and before each use.
To properly clean your fog machine, fill up a bowl or bucket with distilled water and then turn on the fog machine for about one minute. This will saturate the evaporator coil with liquid.
Turn off the fog machine, unplug it from its power source, and let it sit overnight so that all of its parts can dry out completely while they’re still wet (you don’t want any rust).
Once everything has been thoroughly dried out (about 24 hours), wipe down any exterior parts with a dry cloth to ensure no residue remains from condensation forming on any surfaces during operation or from water used in cleaning.
If there is some residual wetness left behind after wiping down all exterior surfaces of your machine with a cloth, simply dab them lightly with another damp cloth until no more moisture appears on either side of your cloth when you move it back and forth between two different parts being cleaned (just make sure not to get too much moisture into any sensitive electronics).
How to Choose the Best Fog Machine for your use
If you’re wondering how to choose the best fog machine for your use, there are a few things you’ll want to consider.
For starters, how big is the venue? Are there many people in attendance? What kind of fog machine do you need? Does it require an electrical outlet or batteries? Consider also the noise level and cost of your choice.
It’s important that you find a fog machine that will work with your specific needs, so think about these questions before making your purchase:
Be sure to always clean and store it properly after usage.
After every use, you need to clean the machine with a damp cloth and wipe it dry. If there is any residue left on the machine, it will be burned and may cause damage to your fog machine.
You should also store your fog machine in a dry place so that water does not collect inside it.
Conclusion
We hope that you enjoyed this article on how to clean your fog machine. We know it can be a little tricky to get the hang of at first, but once you start doing it more often, it’s actually quite simple and easy!