Big Ass Fans tend to be silverish in color, considering our patented airfoils are crafted with a shiny extruded aluminum. However, we feel green and gold suit us just as well. Earlier this year, work was completed on our new R&D building, receiving LEED® Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) upon completion. Using our fans, coupled with our commitment to sustainable practices, we have designed a modern, sophisticated facility that uses 35 percent less energy and 58 percent less water. By employing sustainable LEED practices during construction, 9 percent less construction materials were used and 51 percent less landfill waste was generated, not to mention – we’re guessing here – many millions of brain cells to design and construct. This 45,000 sq. ft. space, divided into 3 unique areas, earned 41 LEED points (a minimum of 39 are required for gold status) allowing us to optimize numerous energy saving elements contributing greatly to our ongoing conservation efforts.

Being fan experts – with brain cells left to spare – we conduct everything from fan performance testing, air velocity profiles, fatigue testing of fan assemblies and components, as well as the development of prototypes for future cutting-edge fan innovations. Heavy curtains separate the 41,000 sq. ft., 60-ft. high test facility into four quadrants or the space can simply be opened up allowing for the creation of mock-environments used to determine optimal fan sizing and placement for the most demanding applications.

Big Ass Fans new test facility is LEED Gold certified.

Between the highly reflective roof and low VOC flooring, the office and workshop areas utilize an innovative air distribution system which includes two 12-ft. Big Ass Fans, reducing the need for extensive ductwork from the HVAC unit. This allows for an increase in the thermostat setpoint resulting in a decrease in energy usage and ensures proper air distribution throughout the space.

Despite our new, colorful appearance, it’s our continued dedication to testing and research which has secured our spot as the experts in the design and application of large diameter fans.

ABOUT LEED
The LEED® Green Building Rating System™ is the national benchmark for the design, construction, and operations of high-performance green buildings. Visit the U.S. Green Building Council’s Web site at www.usgbc.org to learn more about how you can make LEED work for you.