HVAC systems could use a hand in the efficiency department. So how do you maximize occupant comfort and minimize energy consumption?
The all new 12-ft. diameter Element™ by Big Ass Fans® is an energy-efficient, silent air movement solution designed specifically for air conditioned spaces. When Element is integrated with existing HVAC systems, the result is a more cost-effective method of cooling and better air circulation.
Element is an industrial-grade ceiling fan that provides the first stage of cooling in the summer. The patented airfoil and winglets help move air silently and efficiently over large spaces for maximum coverage. As temperatures rise, the air conditioning can then be activated to maintain humidity control and provide additional cooling. By using Element as the first method of cooling, the startup of the HVAC system can be delayed several weeks in mild climates, further reducing operational costs.
This strategy can be incorporated into most building automation systems to reduce operating costs, which can mean a 10 to 15 percent reduction over stand-alone air conditioning systems. Due to its large volume of air movement, Element can also be used to distribute the air from the HVAC system year round. This significantly reduces the amount of ductwork required in buildings and lowers the overall energy consumption of HVAC systems.
To experience the all new Element by Big Ass Fans, visit the Big Ass Fans booth #200 at Greenbuild. For more information on Element, visit www.ElementFan.com or call 877-BIG-FANS.
About Big Ass Fans
Big Ass Fans is the leading manufacturer of huge ceiling fans for large industrial, agricultural and commercial settings. Big Ass Fans range in size from 6 feet to 24 feet in diameter, using low horsepower motors to generate energy-efficient air movement for large spaces. Big Ass Fans can be used year-round to provide occupant comfort and energy savings. There are over 35,000 Big Ass Fans installed worldwide in applications such as manufacturing plants, distribution centers, horse arenas, dairy barns, stadiums, art galleries, restaurants, health clubs and even zoos! Product solutions include Powerfoil®, PowerfoilPlus™, Pivot™, the 8-ft. Mobile Vertical, and the new Element designed for commercial spaces. Big Ass Fans have been featured in Inc. Magazine, Entrepreneur, Fast Company, and television programs such as Planet Green, Discovery Channel Canada and the National Geographic Channel. For more information on Big Ass Fans, visit the website at www.bigassfans.com.