Industrial backward curved fans and blowers
SWSI, DWDI, AcF, PLR, BI, BC, AF, ST, Backward Inclined
Blowers, Aerocline fans, General Purpose, GP, BL, Limit Load, LL,
Buffalo Vent Set, BCV, BCA, BCM, BCS: industrial backward curved
blowers are supplied in
welded heavy gauge steel construction to prevent flexing at high
pressure.
Available in direct drive blower arrangements 4/4V/4H/7/8 and belt
drive
arrangements 1/3/9/10. Arr. 10 blowers are known as ventilating sets
(vent
sets). Available in single width single inlet (SWSI), or double width
double
inlet (DWDI) fans. Blower capacities: to 500,000 CFM. Static pressure
up
to 100 inches water gauge depending on the class of construction.
Typical
fan class of construction is Class 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
In centrifugal fan, as opposed to axial flow fan, the air is
moving perpendicularly to the fan shaft. Often called a "squirrel cage"
(due to its similarity in appearance to exercise wheels for pet
rodents), the centrifugal fan has a moving component (called an
impeller) that consists of a central shaft about which a set of blades,
or ribs, are positioned. Centrifugal fans blow air at right angles to
the intake of the fan, and spin the air outwards to the outlet (by
deflection and centrifugal force). The impeller rotates, causing air to
enter the fan near the shaft and move perpendicularly from the shaft to
the opening in the scroll-shaped fan casing. A centrifugal fan produces
more pressure for a given air volume, and is used where this is
desirable such as in leaf blowers, hair driers, air mattress inflators,
inflatable structures, and various industrial purposes. They are
typically noisier than comparable axial fans.
Canadian Blower's SQB backward inclined wheel and square
housing design, the SQB is efficient, economical and versatile. It is
also quickly available through Buffalo Fan's Stock Fan program.
Packaged fans, those furnished with motor, V-belt drive, belt guard and
other options, are factory aligned, run tested and shipped ready to
install. By eliminating jobsite assembly, the packaged SQB fan can
substantially reduce overall installation cost.
Aluminum blower wheel, Steel wheel, or Alloy wheel: industrial backward curved (bc) blowers and fans are supplied with aluminum wheel or corten wheel to meet requirements of AMCA A, and AMCA B spark resistant construction. Mild steel blower wheels are of all welded construction. If higher pressure is required wheel can be furnished of high strenght steel. Stainless steel blower wheel in 304 SS, 316 SS, 316 SS, 2205 SS are supplied for corrosive applications, or high temeparature applications. The pressure curve remains stable at the top are of the fan curve and to the right of the pick point.
Inlet flanges, outlet flanges, companion flanges: continuosly welded to match ANSI class 125/150, DIN, ISO, or custom hole pattern.
Shaft seal and low leakage blower construction: shafting is straightened to close tolerance to minimize "run-out" and ensure smooth operation. Teflon shaft seal, ceramic shaft seal and lubricated shaft seals (Buna, Teflon, Viton) are standard. Red silicone gasketing is provided for low leakage construction and for high temperature construction. Heavy-duty spherical roller bearings are standard.
Heat fan construction up to 800 F: includes high temperature paint, shaft cooler, shaft-cooler guard, and steel wheel, or alloy wheel.
Cladding for sound attenuation and silencers: cladding consists of 2 inches mineral-wool insulation covered with a welded steel jacket. As an inexpensive alternative is offered slide-on acoustic cloth jackets. Inlet silencer/outlet silencer are supplied with matching flanges for further attenuation of the noise level.
Inlet filter assemblies: cell type, 1 inch, or 2 inch filters are available with filter cabinet to be mounted at fan inlet. Bird guard, insect screen and weather hood are optional accessories with inlet filter package.
Standard accessories: flash / raised access door,
inspection
port, drain and plug, unitary base, shaft and bearing guard, belt
guard,
motor cover, spring vibration isolation, rubber-in-share (RIS)
vibration
isolation, vibrating pads, outlet damper, inlet vane damper, external
inlet
vane damper, evase, electrical / pneumatic actuators.