Webinars

Fan Fundamentals - Intermediary, Module 5 - Fan Mechanical Selection and Control

• Explain what FEA Analysis is and how it is used in fan design.
• Explain coupling/belt drive selection and bearing selection.
• Explain how lateral/torsional shaft analysis is used.
• Differentiate when to use a VFD control versus a damper.

Presented by: David Moore, Research and Development Engineer

Fan Fundamentals - Intermediary, Module 3 - Noise

• Understand the calculation procedure for overall sound and frequency weighting
• Scale sound data to alternate operating conditions
• Adjust sound data to account for fan configuration in the field
• Use blade pass frequency and its first harmonic as design criteria in fan selection
• Understand sound attenuation options to mitigate noise concerns

Presented by: Matt Raymond, P.E., Staff Engineer 

Future dates TBD

Introduction to Sound

• Understand the basics of sound and noise
• Describe the different types of sound and noise
• Understand how to measure fan noise
• Differentiate between total pressure and atmospheric pressure
• Distinguish the different types of acoustic and thermal cladding

Presented by: Brandon Lindmark, Engineer 

Future dates TBD

Aftermarket Retrofits, Repairs and Rebuilds

• Examples of wear and damage
• Benefits of upgrading equipment
• Analysis and information needed about performance
• Common design enhancements

Presented by Mike Schlemmer, HI Sales Manager - Aftermarket

Future dates TBD

Fan to Size Training

• Using the Fan Selection Software
• Functionality of Fan to Size
• Determining which selection to use
• Useful Features

Presented by: Mark Bublitz, Vice President of Engineering

Future dates TBD

FEI Overview

• What FEI is
• Regulations related to FEI
• FEI Calculations
• Other Consideration Factors

Presented by: Mark Bublitz, Vice President of Engineering

Future dates TBD

Fan Fundamentals

• Fan Laws
• Fan and Wheel Types
• Testing and Rating Fans
• Typical Installations and Applications

Presented by Greg Whittington, Vice President of Sales

Future dates TBD

Resources:
Beginner's Resources
Engineering Letters

System Effects

• Application of Fan Laws
• How to Read a Fan Curve
• How Ductwork Configurations are Effected by Inlet and Outlet Elbows
• Comparison of Actual to Cataloged in Situ Performance

Presented by David Maletich, Vice President of Marketing

Future dates TBD

Resources:
YouTube Video- System Effects Demo
System Effects Engineering Letter

Air and Sound Testing & Lab Capabilities

• nyb's Lab capabilities
• Air Testing requirements and process
• Sound Testing concepts and process
• AMCA Accreditation - how to test and why it matters

Presented by Aron Reid, Engineer - Laboratory Technologies

Presented on January 27, 2021

Resources:
Laboratory Capabilities
Virtual Witness Testing
Industrial Fan Testing

Introduction to Sound

• Sound Basics
• Measuring Fan Noise
• Fan Sound Ratings
• Sound Calculations

Presented by Chadwick Taylor and Brandon Lindmark

Presented on February 24, 2021

Resources:
Fan Acoustics (EL-12)

Fan Fundamentals - Intermediary, Module 2

• Energy transfer in centrifugal and axial fans
• Compressibility definition and calculation procedure
• Overview of fan affinity laws
• Dimensionless parameters for determining aerodynamic similarity (Reynolds Number, Mach Number)
• Dimensionless parameters for assessing the best fan type for an application (Specific Speed, Specific Diameter, Flow Coefficient, Pressure Coefficient)
• Live Q&A session

Presented by: Matt Raymond, P.E., Staff Engineer 

Presented on February 23, 2022

Resources:
Beginner's Resources
Engineering Letters

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