Eaton Power Quality, India
A Case Study : Epoch 2.0 HVLS 12-ft Fan By Falco eMotors Inc.
Report No. 033120-01
Report No. 033120-01
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Key Facts
Benefits
- Direct Drive PMSM Motor
- Lowest Weight
- Active Power Factor Corrected
Industry
- Industrial
Location
- India
Product
- Epoch 12-ft 5-Blades 130 RPM HVLS Fan with Epoch 2.0 Motor and Controller - 90Nm/1.1kW/1.5 hp
Problem
- Eaton Power Quality, Pondicherry, produces UPS, power suppression & management products.
- In summer, high temperatures cause discomfort for employees and overheating of machines.
- Lack of proper ventilation resulted in insufficient air movement.
- Management decided to install HVLS fans to improve air circulation and worker comfort.
Solution
- Installed 14 × Epoch 2.0, 12-ft fans with:
- Motor: Epoch 2.0
- Coverage Area: 7,000 Sq. Ft. (650 Sq. m)
- Speed: 130 RPM
- Peak Power: 1.1 kW / 1.5 hp
- Fans provide excellent airflow efficiency, comfort, and low maintenance.
Site Survey
A site survey is mandatory before any HVLS fan recommendation. The survey revealed the following dimensions:
- Total Area: 90 Ft × 62 Ft = 5,580 Sq. Ft.
- Floor to Ceiling Distance: 14–16 Ft
- Selected fan size: 12-ft
Test Reports
Power Consumption Report
Power drawn at 90, 100, 110, 120, 130 RPM: 400, 500, 690, 810, 990 W. Active power factor correction ensures real and apparent power are almost identical.
Input Current Report
Input current at 90, 100, 110, 120, 130 RPM: 1.6, 2.2, 3, 3.8, 4.3 A. Voltage varied from 230–240V.
Air Flow Report
Airflow measured from center of fan up to 24-ft: 190, 330, 460, 433, 410, 354, 310, 290 ft/min at 3,6,9,12,15,18,21,24-ft respectively.
Finished Installation
These are the pictures of the finished installation.