Industrial ceiling fan: Big Ass
Fans has introduced the Powerfoil
X3.0 industrial ceiling fan, which
includes SmartSense control technology for effortless comfort and
automatic energy savings.
The new Powerfoil X3.0 is the
result of two years of hypothesizing,
designing, tweaking, and testing by Big Ass Fans’ engineers. This
fan produces 15 percent more airflow than its earlier version
while maintaining its durability and reliability.
Every Powerfoil X3.0 comes standard with SmartSense, which
eliminates the trial and error of finding the ideal air speed when
temperatures change.
Featuring summer and winter modes as well as dual air temperature sensors, SmartSense matches the speed of Powerfoil
X3.0 to seasonal conditions. As the temperature rises, the fan
automatically speeds up, providing a cooling effect of up to 10
degrees F ( 5. 6 degrees C) that will keep workers comfortable
and productive even on the hottest summer days. Conversely, in
fall and winter, SmartSense automatically slows the fan to push
down rising warm air from a facility’s heater without creating a
draft. The Powerfoil X3.0 equalizes the air temperature in the
space and reduces heating use and bills by as much as 30 percent, the company says.
SmartSense maximizes investment by selecting the most efficient and beneficial fan speed with minimal user input. After
users select their comfort preferences during the initial setup,
SmartSense then operates the Powerfoil X3.0 automatically. If
the need arises, a manual mode is available at the touch of a
button to allow users to adjust fan speed on the fly.
The Powerfoil X3.0 fan is available in diameters of 8 to 24
feet ( 2. 4 to 7. 3 meters) and includes a nonprorated 15-year
warranty with factory-certified installation. (Big Ass Fans, www.
bigassfans.com)
LED light add-on: For companies
looking to eliminate the effects of strobing caused by nearby ceiling lights shining
through a fan’s blades, MacroAir Fans has
introduced an LED light kit for its fans as
an add-on. The new light kit also allows
for more illumination in the area where the fan is placed.
The high-performance LED light ties into an existing light grid
for easy operation and optimal coverage. A rugged die cast aluminum heat sink efficiently removes heat for reliable operation.
The LED light is suitable for dry and damp environments, operates on any voltage between 100 and 277 VAC, and is available
for AirVolution-D Models 550, 780, and AVD3. (MacroAir Fans,
www.macroairfans.com)
SPOTLIGHT ON ….
INDUSTRIAL FANS
NEW LOGISTICS PRODUCTS & SERVICES
EDITED BY DIANE RAND rollouts
Modular ceiling fan: Patterson Fan Co. Inc. has created its
first fan with a modular design, the High- 5 HVLS (high-volume,
low-speed) ceiling fan. Patterson engineers also designed a new
motor/gearbox assembly that reduces the stress on the gearbox
and is easy to service.
This five-blade design provides easier maintenance and service,
while the double-chain drivetrain has removed the entire downward axial load from the gearbox and placed it directly on the
heavy-duty housing structure. The gearbox no longer supports
the weight of the hub and blades, therefore relieving stress on
the gearbox, a major point of failure in other designs.
With fan sizes ranging from 8-foot to 24-foot diameters, the
High- 5 offers such benefits as energy efficiency, quiet performance, and a five-blade design that utilizes flaps to produce
more cubic feet per minute (CFM) at a lower rpm. Most importantly, all of the components are modular so if service is required,
it can be done right at the mounted fan. (Patterson Fan Co. Inc.,
www.pattersonfan.com/high-5)
Fan control station: The color
touchscreen Fan Commander control
station from Rite-Hite Fans manages the
operation of up to 18 high-volume, low-speed (HVLS) Rite-Hite fans. With the
Fan Commander, users can optimize
the year-round performance of strategically located HVLS fans
throughout a single facility, maximizing the energy savings and
comfort they deliver.
The intuitive and easily programmed Fan Commander adjusts
the speed of HVLS fans to match winter and summer conditions.
During winter, the correct fan speed produces even temperatures
from floor to ceiling for proven energy savings and increased
employee comfort. An automatic and accurately controlled fan
speed in summer results in a cool breeze when it’s needed most.
The Fan Commander also contributes to operational efficiency since it eliminates the need to visit multiple fan locations to
make adjustments. The control station is password-protected to
prevent unauthorized users from adjusting fan speeds. Additional
benefits of the Fan Commander include the ability to control fan
operation based on temperature within a facility; to schedule
fans to operate only when needed; to view individual fan settings
(on/off and speed); and to monitor energy use and troubleshoot
various VFD fault codes from a single location.
The Fan Commander can also be networked with building
management systems so users can coordinate the operation of
the fans with other building functions. An internal battery retains
custom settings in the event of a power failure. Control boxes
used to relay signals to and from the main control station can
be mounted up high on walls or columns to avoid damage and
minimize the cost of wiring. (Rite-Hite Corp., www.ritehite.com)
