June 8, 2023

Understanding Torque, HP, and Speed with VFD and Fans

Know the Speed/Power/Torque Trade-Off for Your Application

Did you know that when you control and vary the operating speed of your industrial centrifugal fan or blower using a variable frequency drive (VFD), you’re affecting both horsepower (HP) and torque? It’s not always obvious, but it’s important to understand when you may be operating at reduced power or torque due to changes in speed because you always need a certain horsepower to drive the fan and move air through the type of pressure in your system.

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May 11, 2023

AirPro’s Commitment to End-User Customers

Solutions, Reliability, & Support

If you use fans and blowers to process or produce goods, why should you trust AirPro as your partner? Here at AirPro, we prioritize our energy and resources into making high quality fans and providing the service & support you need to successfully run your operations.

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April 6, 2023

How to Troubleshoot Fan Performance Issues

5 Steps to Find and Fix Industrial Fan Performance Problems

Troubleshooting and addressing fan performance issues can feel overwhelming, but with the five steps outlined below and the help of a trusted application engineer either remotely or on-site, you can find the solutions you need for your operations.

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March 31, 2023

Wondering How to Calculate Brake Horsepower for a Fan Motor?

We’ve Got the Right Step-by-Step Equation to Solve for That

Brake horsepower (BHP) is an important number to know because it tells you how much force you need to stop the motor and, ultimately, what size motor you need to drive your industrial fan application. The video above and copy below outline exactly how to calculate brake horsepower for a fan motor with a simple equation.

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February 24, 2023

Fan Installation Checklist

Things to Check When Running Your Fan for the First Time

When your new industrial fan or blower arrives at your facility from the manufacturer, it should already be tested and ready for fan installation. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing more to do to ensure it operates properly! Whether it sits idle awaiting installation or goes right into service, there are several important things to check when running your fan for the first time.

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January 31, 2023

How to Clean a Blower Wheel

3 Ways to Clear Debris from an Industrial Fan

Sometimes the most simple things like cleaning get overlooked, potentially leading to many more serious issues. It’s important to properly clean a blower wheel, as material buildup on a wheel can cause vibration and damage your fan. Even “clean air” may contain various particles and debris. A simple cleaning procedure can keep your fan healthy and decrease downtime.

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