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Industrial Ventilation Fans

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Industrial Ventilation Fan Selection – Part 1

A fan is the primary air moving device in an industrial ventilation system. Industrial ventilation fans are categorized into three groups: axial, centrifugal and special types.  In addition to matching the required airflow and pressure considerations, the air stream characteristics, operating temperature, drive arrangement and mounting should be considered when selecting an industrial fan. Types…

Industrial Ventilation Fan Selection – Part 2

As explained in “Industrial Fan Selection – Part 1” a fan is the primary air moving device in an industrial dust collection system. Part 1 defines fan types and ideal applications. In Part 2, the primary considerations for selecting the right fan are defined. However, as recommended in the Industrial Ventilation: A Manual of Recommended…