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Barn and Outdoor Fans
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Safety
First
Electrical fires are a leading cause of preventable
horse deaths, and it’s essential to prioritize
safety when choosing equipment for barns and
stables.
When selecting fans for barns, consider the following factors to ensure safety:
Industrial/Heavy Duty vs. Agricultural: Opt for fans specifically designed for agricultural use. Some industrial fans may not be suitable for barn environments.
Enclosed Motors: Choose fans with enclosed motors to prevent dust and debris from entering the motor.
CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute): Consider the airflow capacity. More airflow is beneficial, but it’s essential to strike a balance.
Oscillating Feature: If you prefer oscillating fans, ensure they can tilt as well.
UL Rating: Look for fans with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) ratings, which indicate compliance with safety standards.
Box Fans May be Dangerous
When choosing a fan, you want one that will be fitting for the size of your barn and will provide adequate airflow. However, not all fans are suited for use in a barn. Many boxed fans are not meant to be used in a barn
since most box fans are designed for residential and light commercial use.
Dust and hay can cause certain fans to short out if
it reaches the motor and could even potentially
cause a fire.
Quality Barn Fans
Keep your livestock healthy and yourself comfortable
during these periods of record heat. A good cooling
system starts with
quality barn fans that can cool the
barn up to ten degrees. When selecting a fan for a
stall, you will want one that can be mounted and has an
airflow of around 2,000 – 3,000 cubic feet per minute (CFM).Also consider water misters in
dryer climates where the evaporation of mist will cool the
area another several degrees.
Removing Dust
Barn fans serve the additional purpose of keeping
air circulating and removing harmful hay dust and pollen.
Airborne dust and pollen can negatively affect your animals
as well as you. Dust also presents a safety issue with fans,
so be sure to choose fans with an enclosed motor.
Exhaust fans are especially effective in removing hot
air and dust. Flying Insects
Flying insects are reduced considerably when there
is a strong breeze generated by your fans blowing fresh air
throughout the barn. Farns can cut bugs by 80% in barns with an inhospitable flying
insect environment.
Large ceiling fans generate high levels of more indirect
air flow and assist in keeping the air flowing throughout
the barn.
These fans can also be reversed in winter to direct
rising warm air back down to the animals. Typically
these industrial fans are used in large warehouse
situations which make them perfect for all sizes of
barns. Click here
to see a huge selection of outdoor rated ceiling fans
suitable for your barn. Most come with remote controls
to make it easy to turn on or adjust speeds.
Barn Wall Fans
Quality Barn
Wall Fans
Wall fans provide a sideways air flow and can be directed on
the animals to help control flying insects. Large ceiling
fans generate high levels of more indirect air flow and
assist in keeping the air flowing throughout the barn. F
A strong wall fan can keep several animals cool and free
of flies, not to mention the comfort of farm hands
working in the barn.
Floor Fans
are Movable
Floor fans have the advantage of being portable and can
be moved to different areas of the barn as needed. As with
wall fans, some floor fans can be set to sweep back and forth
to cover larger areas.
Drum Fans
Drum fans provide powerful circulation whether in a
portable mode or as a highly efficient exhaust fan. Drum fans are a superior choice if you’re looking to produce strong, fast airflow. This type of fan is often used to cool livestock. Drum fans create a breeze strong enough to keep animals cool, calm, and comfortable.
Check out this large selection of quality drum fans in
all sizes and price ranges. You will find brand names
you will recognize for their quality and endurance such
as.
Barn Pedestal Fans![pedestal fan](Images/Fans/floorfans-min.png)
Maxx Air 30 in. pedestal fans can be adapted to a wide range of indoor environments with their heavy-duty metal construction and 3-speed PSC motor. Blow air in a particular area such as a warehouse work station or auto garage, or across a barn to keep livestock cool.
Misting Fans Cool the Animals Skin and the Air Around Them
Misting fans have the two-fold benefit of providing a
cooling mist, and as evaporation of the mist occurs, the
air cools also. For livestock in enclosed areas, the
refreshing mist keeps them less stressed and ultimately
more productive.
Misting fans are available in portable or permanently
fixed versions, and with and without water tanks. Those
without tanks will require a source of water such as a
horse bib.
Wall
fans provide a sideways air flow and can be directed on
the animals to help control flying insects.
Wall fans can be set to sweep back and forth thus
covering more space.
A strong wall fan can keep several animals cool and free
of flies, not to mention the comfort of farm hands
working in the barn.
Floor fans have the added advantage of being portable.
Misting fans require a water supply which can mean
hooking to a hose or choosing a fan with its own water
supply in the form of a water tank.
Additionally, this high quality fan has its own wheels so it can be moved easily to
different locations as needed, and since it does not require a hose connection, moving does not require dealing with a water supply.
How to Keep Fans Clean
How To Keep Fans Clean.
Even though these fans are designed to hold up well in dusty environments, you still want to clean them regularly to expand their lifespan, as dust can build up. Blade cages can typically be opened, allowing you to wipe down the blades with a damp cloth. Fan filters can also be purchased to help prevent dust from entering the fan.
Fan cleaning tools for easy overhead cleaning.
Natural Stable Ventilation
Recommendations for Effective Natural Ventilation:
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Permanent Openings: Design stables with permanent openings to allow fresh air circulation. Ridge vents, breathable walls, and open stall partitions contribute to natural ventilation.
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Avoid Restrictions: Ensure that nothing obstructs the airflow through stable openings.
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Ridge Vent: Ridge openings along the roof ridge help hot air escape.
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Breathable Wall: Use materials that allow air exchange while maintaining structural integrity.
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Open Stall Partitions: Avoid solid partitions between stalls to allow air movement.
No Ceiling: An open ceiling design facilitates airflow.
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No Overhead Hay/Bedding Storage: Avoid storing hay or bedding directly above the horses.
Hay and bedding are extremely flammable plus they
generate harmful dust.
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Thermal Protection: Fans should have thermal protection to prevent overheating.
That means the fan turns off when reaching an overly hot
temperature.
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