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Mining & Industrial Fan Questions & Answers

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

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Are centrifugal fans reversible?

People often ask whether centrifugal fans are reversible, especially when they want a single fan to handle both supply and exhaust duties. In theory you can reverse the rotation of almost any electric
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What is the static pressure curve of a fan?

The static pressure curve of a fan is part of the fan performance chart that shows how static pressure varies with airflow at a given speed. It is one of the key tools engineers use to select and appl
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How many types of fans are available?

When people ask how many types of fans are available, they are usually surprised by how many variations exist beyond simple household fans. In engineering practice, especially for industrial and minin
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Is higher static pressure better for fans?

Higher static pressure is not automatically better for fans. What matters is that the fan can deliver the required airflow at the static pressure demanded by the system. Extra pressure beyond what the
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What is a fan cut in mining?

In mining, a fan cut refers to a reduction in ventilation airflow caused by stopping a fan, slowing it down, changing its operating condition, or otherwise reducing the pressure that drives air throug
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What are those huge fans called?

When someone points at a massive unit on a ceiling or at the mouth of a tunnel and asks, “What are those huge fans called?”, the answer depends on the setting. In large buildings and warehouses, they

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Do you want high or low static pressure?

You do not choose high or low static pressure in isolation; the “right” static pressure is the value your ventilation system actually needs at the required airflow. A well designed fan selection match
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What kind of fan is used in mines?

Mines use several kinds of ventilation fans, and the “right” fan depends on where it is used (main system vs local ventilation) and the required duty point (airflow and pressure). In most underground

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Which fan type is best?

Asking which fan type is best is a bit like asking which vehicle is best—truck, car or bus. The answer depends entirely on what you are trying to do. In ventilation engineering, the main fan types are
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How to plot a fan curve?

To plot a fan curve you need measured or manufacturer data showing how airflow, pressure and power change at different operating points for a given fan speed. From these data you graph pressure versus
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What are the ventilation requirements in underground mines?

Ventilation requirements in underground mines are fundamentally about providing enough fresh air to keep people safe and enable production while controlling airborne hazards. Although exact numeric re
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Which is better centrifugal fan or ID fan?

When people ask whether a centrifugal fan or an ID fan is better, it is important to understand that an ID fan is not a completely different fan type. In most boiler houses, power plants and heavy ind
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What is the static pressure of a ventilation fan?

The static pressure of a ventilation fan is the pressure the fan can develop to overcome system resistance at a particular airflow. It is not a single fixed number for the fan; instead, it varies alon
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What are the different types of mine ventilation fans?

Mine ventilation fans can be grouped in two useful ways: by their function in the ventilation system (main, booster, auxiliary) and by aerodynamic design (axial or centrifugal). Both classifications m
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What is considered a high velocity fan?

A high velocity fan is generally understood to be a fan that produces a concentrated air stream with a relatively high outlet speed, rather than a gentle, broadly distributed flow. Instead of just mov
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What is the PQ curve of a fan?

The PQ curve of a fan is the graph that shows the relationship between pressure (P) and airflow (Q) for that fan at a given speed. It is the core part of the fan performance chart and is essential for
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What is the auxiliary fan in underground mines?

An auxiliary fan in underground mines is a local ventilation fan used to move air in areas where the main ventilation circuit cannot supply enough airflow or cannot direct air effectively to the worki
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What is fast fan speed?

Fast fan speed is a relative term that depends on the size and design of the fan. A small computer fan running at 3,000 rpm is normal, while a large mine ventilation fan running at the same rpm would

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How to increase fan airflow?

To increase fan airflow, you must either reduce the resistance of the system, increase the fan’s energy input or select a more suitable fan for the duty. In industrial plants and mines, the safest and
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How to ventilate a mine?

To ventilate a mine effectively, you need more than a fan. Mine ventilation is a controlled system that delivers fresh air to working areas, removes contaminated air through returns, and maintains sta
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What does a vortex fan do?

A vortex fan is a fan or blower designed to create a spiralling, vortex-like airflow rather than a simple straight jet. By shaping the housing and blades, the fan induces rotation in the air stream, f
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What are the 4 stages of mechanical ventilation?

In building, industrial and mining applications, mechanical ventilation can be described in four practical stages: intake, treatment, distribution and exhaust. Seeing the system as these stages helps

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Why do miners need ventilation?

Miners need ventilation because underground environments do not naturally provide safe, breathable air at the scale required for modern mining. Ventilation is the primary engineering control that supp
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What are the three fan laws?

The three fan laws, also known as the fan affinity laws, describe how airflow, pressure and power change when the speed or size of a geometrically similar fan is altered. These simple relationships ar
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How much does it cost to repair an industrial ventilation fan?

The cost to repair an industrial ventilation fan can vary widely, from a few hundred to several thousand dollars or more. The final price depends on fan size, what has failed, the cost of parts, labou
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What is the ventilation system in underground mines?

An underground mine ventilation system is a connected network of airways, fans, and control devices designed to deliver fresh air to all working areas and remove contaminated air through controlled re
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What metal is used in fans?

Several metals are used in fans, depending on the size, duty and environment of the ventilation system. The choice of material affects strength, corrosion resistance, weight, cost and safety. In indus
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What causes an industrial fan to stop spinning, and how to troubleshoot?

An industrial fan usually stops spinning because of an electrical problem, a mechanical problem or a control/protection issue. Finding the cause requires systematic, safe troubleshooting rather than g
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What is a duct that provides ventilation as in mines?

In mining, a ventilation duct is a pipe, tube, or flexible hose used to carry air between a fan and the underground work area. The duct forms the link between an auxiliary ventilation fan and the head
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What is a fan silencer?

A fan silencer is a noise-control device fitted to the inlet or outlet of a fan to reduce sound levels without blocking the required airflow. In industrial plants, HVAC systems and underground mines,

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