High volume low speed (HVLS) overhead fans got their start in the agriculture industry, improving airflow to keep cows cooler and improve milk production. Today, overhead HVLS fans are still at work creating more comfortable and productive environments for plants and animals, eliminating odors and mildew, and controlling the pest population.

With high ceilings and large openings, airplane hangars present a unique set of challenges with airflow and condensation. Overhead HVLS fans effectively mix warm and cool layers of air and evenly distribute it, boosting occupant comfort. The improved air circulation helps maintain dry floors and work surfaces for a safer work environment, and the fan blade movement also keeps pesky birds away.

Tight work areas, caustic fumes, and wet floors contribute to potential hazards in automotive service work bays. Overhead HVLS fans help disperse fumes, prevent condensation, and regulate air temperatures for a safer, more comfortable work environment.

Exercising in close quarters can generate heat and odors. Overhead HVLS fans circulate fresh conditioned air, in conjunction with the fitness facility’s ventilation system, for perceived cooling and improved occupant comfort. The fans also contribute to a healthier environment by helping to eliminate moist, stagnant air that can be a breeding ground for disease.

Employee safety and productivity are key concerns in manufacturing facilities. By generating effective air movement over large coverage areas, overhead HVLS fans produce uniform temperatures, improve indoor air quality, and prevent condensation throughout the facility optimizing employee safety and comfort.

A restaurant’s ambiance is just as important as the food in creating a positive dining experience. Overhead HVLS fans quietly deliver draft-free air movement that regulates temperature and eliminates kitchen odors, enhancing comfort for both diners and staff.

Warehouse ventilation presents unique challenges. Overhead HVLS fans deliver destratification, comfort cooling and condensation prevention in large industrial spaces. The many benefits include increased comfort, safety and productivity for employees, inventory protection, and energy savings.

Studies have shown that increased air supply improves student performance in addition to creating a safer, healthier indoor environment. Energy-efficient overhead HVLS fans quietly deliver effective air movement and come in a variety of models and sizes to boost student comfort in classrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and more.

A comfortable shopping environment not only enhances employee productivity, it can also boost sales. Overhead HVLS fans provide an energy-efficient, low maintenance way to improve air circulation and moderate temperature in any retail space, from big box stores to small boutiques.

Government and public buildings vary in size and age, but all can benefit from increased air circulation for improved indoor environmental quality. Overhead HVLS fans’ reversible operation improves heating or cooling depending upon the season allowing for better climate control and enhanced occupant comfort.