Ventilation technology » Fan and Motor Optimisation = Reduced Energy ...
16.09.2008
Given the current trend for energy costs to rise at rates which appear to be almost exponential, air conditioning and ventilation systems are coming under close scrutiny, particularly in terms of efficiencies and coefficients of performance. Add to this the requirements of Building Regulations and the much talked about Energy Using Products Directive, fan efficiencies are a major issue now.
In air conditioning and ventilation systems, fans can account for a significant proportion of the energy consumed. It therefore makes sense to install new equipment and/or retrofit existing equipment with fans having the highest possible efficiency.
Considering Air Handling Units and Air Cooled Condensers / Dry Coolers, the types of fans used are normally centrifugal and axial respectively, and optimisation is possible in both instances.
Given the current trend for energy costs to rise at rates which appear to be almost exponential, 
