What are HVLS Fans, Giant Fans and Industrial Fans?

Posted by Creative Agency Malaysia on January 6th, 2020

A high-volume low-speed (HVLS) fan is a type of giant fan greater than 7 feet (2.1 m) in diameter. HVLS fans are generally industrial ceiling fan although some are pole mounted. HVLS fans move slowly and distribute large amounts of air at low rotational speed– hence the name "high volume, low speed."

Typical applications for HVLS fans fall into two classifications—industrial and commercial. In industrial applications, air conditioning is often cost prohibitive or impractical. Fans installed in spaces like warehouses and factory can prevent heat stress, increase worker comfort and the productivity of both workers and livestock. HVLS fans are also used in commercial spaces, where air conditioning is more common, but increased air movement from ceiling fans can cost-effectively augment occupant comfort or prevent stratification. Typical commercial applications include shopping malls, mosque, office buildings, airport terminal buildings, fitness centers and school.