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Mining & Industrial Fan Questions & Answers

Q&A on mining and industrial fans – types and application scenarios.

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What is the definition of axial flow?

Axial flow is defined as fluid flow that moves predominantly parallel to the axis of rotation or the main axis of a machine. In ventilation and turbomachinery, this means that air enters and leaves th
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What is natural ventilation in underground mines?

Natural ventilation in underground mines is the airflow that occurs without mechanical fans, driven only by differences in temperature, pressure and wind between surface openings. Before large electri
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How does air density affect fan performance?

Air density has a direct and significant effect on fan performance. When we talk about fan curves and duty points for industrial or mining ventilation fans, the published data is almost always based o
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Which is better cross flow fan or centrifugal fan?

Neither a cross flow fan nor a centrifugal fan is universally better; each is better for specific applications. Cross flow fans are compact devices that produce a wide, uniform air stream at low press
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What are the ventilation devices in mining?

Ventilation devices in mining are the components used to move, direct, and control air underground. Together, they form the mine’s ventilation system, ensuring that fresh air reaches every working pla
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How to evaluate fan performance?

Evaluating fan performance means checking whether a fan installed in a mine or industrial plant is delivering the airflow and pressure you expect, and doing so efficiently. Proper evaluation requires

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What is an axial fan?

An axial fan is a type of ventilation fan that moves air parallel to the fan shaft, in a straight-through path from inlet to outlet. The impeller looks similar to a propeller, and as it rotates it dra
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Intake vs exhaust fans in mine ventilation: what’s the difference?

In mine ventilation, intake fans and exhaust fans describe how main ventilation fans are arranged relative to the mine airways and what direction they move air. The difference between them is fundamen
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How much does air pressure drop per 1000 feet?

When people ask how much air pressure drops per 1000 feet, they are usually talking about atmospheric pressure and altitude, not the friction loss in a duct. As you go higher above sea level, the weig
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What is the difference between an axial fan and a centrifugal fan?

The main difference between an axial fan and a centrifugal fan is the direction of airflow through the impeller and the pressure each type can develop. Axial fans move air parallel to the shaft in a s
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How to confirm airflow direction: intake or exhaust in mine ventilation ducts?

To confirm airflow direction in mine ventilation ducts—whether they are working as intake or exhaust—the safest approach is to combine simple visual checks with basic instruments. This is important be
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How to calculate the air flow of a fan?

There are two main ways to calculate the airflow of a fan in an industrial plant or mine: by direct measurement of velocity and area, and by using fan curves together with system pressure measurements
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What is a mine vent?

A mine vent is any opening, structure, or device in a mining operation that is used primarily for moving air into or out of the underground workings. While people often use the term informally, in pra
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How is fan air flow measured?

Fan airflow is measured by determining how fast air is moving through a known area and then converting that information into a volume flow rate. In industrial ventilation and mine air surveys, this is
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Is an inline fan an axial fan?

An inline fan is not automatically an axial fan. The term “inline” describes how the fan is installed in a duct system, not the exact impeller type inside. An inline fan is designed so that ducts conn
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What is the history of mine ventilation?

The history of mine ventilation is closely tied to the history of underground mining itself. As soon as people began working below the surface, they faced problems with foul air, smoke, and heat. Earl
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What are typical CFM values for fans?

When people ask about typical CFM values for fans, they want to know what airflow ranges are common for different sizes and applications. CFM (cubic feet per minute) is a measure of volume flow rate,

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What are the disadvantages of using a fan?

Fans are simple and economical ventilation devices, but they do have disadvantages and limitations that need to be understood when designing industrial or mining systems. Recognising these drawbacks h
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What is primary ventilation in mining?

Primary ventilation in mining is the main ventilation system that moves air through the entire underground mine. It consists of large mine ventilation fans, major intake and return airways, and the ov
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How to calculate fan requirements?

Knowing how to calculate fan requirements is essential for designing reliable ventilation in industrial plants and mines. Instead of starting from a catalogue, you begin by defining what the fan must

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What is the difference between centrifugal and axial blower?

The difference between a centrifugal blower and an axial blower lies in how they move air, the pressure they can generate and where they are used. Both are types of fans, but their internal geometry i
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What is mechanical ventilation in mining?

Mechanical ventilation in mining is the use of fans and engineered airways to move air through an underground mine in a controlled way. Instead of relying on natural pressure differences caused by win
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What is CFM in fan airflow?

CFM in fan airflow stands for cubic feet per minute, a unit that describes the volume of air a fan moves per minute. It does not measure pressure or speed directly; instead, it tells you how much air

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What is an axial fan shroud, and how does it affect efficiency?

An axial fan shroud is the casing or ring that surrounds the blade tips and guides air through the fan. It can be a full cylindrical housing, a short inlet cone, a bellmouth or a close-fitting fan rin
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What is the central ventilation system in mining?

A central ventilation system in mining is a mine-wide arrangement in which most or all of the required airflow is generated and controlled from one or a few main fan stations, rather than relying on m
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What is the formula for fan air power?

The formula for fan air power expresses how much useful power is carried by the moving air stream, before motor and mechanical losses are considered. In its simplest form, air power is the product of

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Are airfoil blades better than flat or curved blades for axial ventilation fans?

Airfoil blades are often better than simple flat or curved blades for axial ventilation fans, but the best choice depends on cost, air quality and duty. In many industrial and mining applications, air
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What are the different types of ventilation in mines?

The different types of ventilation in mines are usually described by how air is generated, how it is distributed, and what part of the mine it serves. In practice, most underground operations use seve
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How to calculate CFM flow?

Knowing how to calculate CFM flow is fundamental for selecting and checking fans in industrial and mining ventilation. The most practical method is based on the relationship Q = A × V, which says that
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Which Is Quieter: Axial or Centrifugal Ventilation Fan?

There is no simple rule that axial fans are quieter than centrifugal fans or vice versa. Noise depends on fan size, speed, blade design, system resistance and how the fan is installed and silenced. In

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