March 22, 2022

 

Roxell launches Oxsano™ tunnel fan in fiberglass with innovative motor

 

Roxell is launching the Oxsano™ variable speed tunnel fan in fiberglass.

 

The development of the equipment took into consideration the growth stages of chickens and changing weather conditions since these call for flexible ventilation that can handle variation.

 

Oxsano's motor technology links high energy efficiency to a stable, healthy and animal-friendly house climate, Roxell said. Additionally, the direct driven fan blade ensures smooth operations for many years. This approach requires fewer parts, resulting in a simpler and more durable design. The lifespan of this tunnel fan is increased with the use of fiberglass that prevents rust formation.

 

"In the Oxsano tunnel fan, performance starts with the aerodynamic design and a uniquely shaped fan blade. This design, complete with innovative motor, achieved a top ranking in the Bess lab tests," Roxell explained. "This tunnel fan is among the most powerful on the market with an airflow of 30 300 CFM and an efficiency ratio of 20 CFM/watt. The Oxsano fan is therefore registered as a 55-inch fan with a high capacity."

 

Oxsano's variable speed is calibrated with a speed controller in the motor. The fan runs according to actual needs, thereby saving energy consumption. The transition between ventilation levels is also seamless, which is good for the welfare of birds in the house.

 

"A very effective way to cool a chicken's body is to move air," said Frank Hartmann, marketing manager at Roxell. "In a house, you create that optimal 'wind chill effect' with high-capacity tunnel fans. But there is also an increasing awareness of the energy costs of ventilation.

 

"For an energy-conscious poultry farmer, variable speed ventilation is therefore a logical next step. An engine that adjusts the speed to the required load will consume much less energy. The Bess lab figures for this Oxsano tunnel fan are excellent proof that high capacity and efficiency can be perfectly combined."

 

"A direct drive is the most efficient method of running a motor. After all, you don't lose any power compared to belt-driven motors," Roxell added.

 

The lack of a belt drive, in fact, eliminates another important cause for maintenance, the company noted. Furthermore, electronic components are housed in Oxsano's IP65-protected motor, thus protecting them from dust and water.

 

- Roxell