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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 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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What is the purpose of mine ventilation?

The purpose of mine ventilation is to turn a confined underground excavation into a safe and workable environment. Without a planned ventilation system, underground mines would quickly fill with dust,
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Is air density the same as atmospheric pressure?

Air density is not the same as atmospheric pressure, although the two are closely related. Air density is the mass of air per unit volume, usually expressed in kg/m³. Atmospheric pressure is the force
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What is the standard of ventilation in mines?

The standard of ventilation in mines refers to the legal and technical requirements that ventilation systems must meet to keep underground work safe and healthy. Instead of being a single number, it i
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What is the air pressure at 4000m?

At an elevation of around 4000 m above sea level, the atmospheric pressure is much lower than at sea level. While exact values depend on temperature and local weather, a typical estimate is in the ran
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What is a ventilation duct in a mine?

A ventilation duct in a mine is a pipe or flexible tube used to carry air to or from a specific underground location, usually as part of the auxiliary ventilation system. While the main mine ventilati
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What is considered a good fan curve?

A good fan curve is more than just a line on a catalogue; it is a clear picture of how a fan behaves in real ventilation systems. From a design and operations perspective, a good fan curve is one that
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What Causes Vibration Noise in Duct Ventilation Fans?

Vibration noise in duct ventilation fans is a sign that the fan, ductwork or supports are moving more than they should. This can be caused by mechanical problems such as imbalance and misalignment, or
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How to tell if a fan is powerful?

To know whether a fan is truly powerful, you have to look beyond its physical size or motor nameplate and examine its airflow, pressure and power ratings at the duty point. A large fan that can only m
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Does a 3-Blade or 4-Blade Axial Fan Work Better?

A 3-blade or 4-blade axial fan is not automatically better; the right choice depends on the duty, blade design, speed and noise requirements. In industrial and mining ventilation, engineers focus more
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How to study fan curve?

Learning how to study a fan curve is essential for anyone involved in selecting or troubleshooting ventilation fans in industrial plants and mines. A fan curve is a graphical summary of how a fan beha
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Do More Blades Move More Air in Axial Fans?

Adding more blades to an axial fan does not automatically mean it will move more air. Airflow mainly depends on fan diameter, rotational speed, blade pitch and aerodynamic design. In some cases more b
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What is the fan curve theory?

Fan curve theory describes how a fan behaves when it is connected to a real ventilation system. Instead of having a single fixed output, every fan has a whole range of possible combinations of airflow
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Is a 5-Blade Axial Fan Better Than 3-Blade?

A 5-blade axial fan is not automatically better than a 3-blade fan. In many comfort and domestic applications, five blades are used for smoother, quieter airflow, while in heavy-duty industrial and mi
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What does a fan curve tell you?

A fan curve is one of the most useful tools in ventilation engineering because it tells you, at a glance, how a fan will behave when installed in a real system. Instead of giving only a single rating,
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Which Fan Blade Shape Moves More Air in Ventilation?

The fan blade shape that moves more air most efficiently is usually an airfoil profile, but the best blade shape for a ventilation system depends on pressure, dust, noise and cost requirements. In ind
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Is it better to have your fan higher or lower?

Whether it is better to have your fan higher or lower depends on what you are trying to achieve with the ventilation system. Fan height and position strongly influence how air moves through a room, in
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How to set up proper fan curves?

Knowing how to set up proper fan curves is essential for reliable engineering of industrial and mining ventilation systems. A proper fan curve is not drawn by guesswork; it is based on tested performa
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How Long Does a Duct Booster Fan Usually Last?

A duct booster fan typically lasts around 5 to 10 years in normal residential or light industrial use, although actual life can be shorter or longer depending on quality, operating time and maintenanc
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Is a higher RPM fan better?

It is tempting to think that a higher RPM fan is always better because it seems more powerful or “faster”. In reality, fan speed is only one part of the design. A higher RPM fan can move more air and

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Are Ball Bearing Fans Better Than Sleeve Bearing Fans?

Ball bearing fans are generally better than sleeve bearing fans for heavy-duty industrial and mining ventilation, but they also cost more. The best choice depends on temperature, mounting position, ru

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