ECFanGrid is a multiple fan array ideal for upgrading existing inefficient air handlers (AHU) or for new application.
Equipped with our exclusive, energy efficient and easy to control EC Motor (ECM) technology, Rosenberg’s ECFanGrid is our approach to improve reliability, flexibility, and simplicity in existing or new HVAC systems. As a Property Owner, Manager, Contractor, or a Specifier our modular concept provides a cost-effective HVAC solution.
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Plug & Play
The ECFanGrid retrofit kit is a ‘plug and play’ solution that reduces the installation time and labour on your HVAC retrofit project. Rosenberg’s ECFanGrid kit includes the fans, a grid layout, inlet cones and cone plates, mounting supports to create a structure, sheet metal fill plates and all of the assembly hardware. We offer a pre-assembled Control Cabinet complete with circuit breakers and an additional 24V power supply that saves time on-site.
No expensive building envelope renovation
An ECFanGrid is a modular Air Handling Unit (AHU) system, consisting of several smaller fan units in a form of an array, (or a "fan wall"), and designed to replace a large single fan.
Components are small enough to easily move through existing doorways.
No need to rent expensive equipment like a crane.
Reduce downtime during HVAC retrofits
On some projects, it is possible to install an ECFanGrid while the single original fan is still operating.
We provide the drawings and documentation
you need to ensure that the installation and commissioning of the ECFanGrid is a well-managed process.
Easy access for service
When an ECFanGrid is installed in an AHU or HRV interior space is gained, inside the cabinet that allows easy access for service personnel to do preventative maintenance or replacement of modules.
CONSULTING AND ENGINEERING FIRMS
Engineers & consultants
Energy Efficiency Upgrades. The ECFanGrid is an array of fans each capable of variable speeds. Use your building management systems or control automation equipment to vary the fan’s speed on demand.
Utility-Sponsored Funding Incentives Available
For energy audits and retrofit incentives are available for your customers, check our interactive map for your province to see where funding is available for engineering, modeling and consulting.
High Efficiency
EC Motors are the most efficient motors in the market for energy savings.
Space Saving
ECFanGrid is often more compact and lighter than a single large blower.
The smaller footprint of the ECFanGrid can reduce the space requirement for the fans by up to 70%, as compared to a single large fan.
Plug & Play Kits
The ECFanGrid Kit is a pre-engineered comprehensive solution that provides all the parts needed for a quiuck and successful Air Handling Unit (AHU) retrofit project.
PROPERTY OWNERS
No expensive building envelope renovation
An ECFanGrid is a modular AHU system, consisting of several smaller EC (or ECM) fan units in a form of an array, (or a "fan wall"), and designed to replace a large single fan. Components are small enough to easily move through existing doorways. No need to rent expensive equipment like a crane.
Reduce downtime during HVAC retrofits
On some projects, it is possible to install an ECFanGrid while the single original fan is still operating.
Increased system reliability
An ECFanGrid consisting of several smaller fans. If one fan in the grid fails the others will increase speed. The result is no downtime due to failures.
Utility-Sponsored Funding Incentives Available
For energy audits and retrofit incentives are available for your customers, check our interactive map for your province to see where funding is available for engineering, modeling and consulting.
Plug & Play
The ECFanGrid retrofit kit is a ‘plug and play’ solution that reduces the installation time and labour on your HVAC retrofit project. Rosenberg’s ECFanGrid kit includes the fans, a grid layout, inlet cones and cone plates, mounting supports to create a structure, sheet metal fill plates and all of the assembly hardware. We offer a pre-assembled Control Cabinet complete with circuit breakers and an additional 24V power supply that saves time on-site.
High Efficiency
EC Motors are the most efficient motors in the market for energy savings and energy-efficient buildings.
Up to 70% of the energy use for the buildings is attributed to the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).
Energy consumed by the fans is typically the most critical aspect of the application. Replacing the existing belt-driven AC fans in favour of EC-Motor (ECM) fans throughout a building can save half of the HVAC expenses.
Thus, using energy-efficient EC Motor Technology in HVAC systems would be the most favourable direction to take when considering an energy-saving strategy for the entire Property.
Space Saving
ECFanGrid is often more compact and lighter than a single large blower.
The smaller footprint of the ECFanGrid can reduce the space requirement for the fans by up to 70%, as compared to a single large fan.
OEM’s
FEATURES:
Energy Efficient
We use our variable speed EC fans built with our external rotor motors to lower energy consumption across the whole range of operation. We meet or exceed the European energy standard ErP 2015, the highest in the world. Our EC fans qualify for Canadian and Provincial energy efficiency program grants, loans and incentives.
Uniform Airflow
The ECFanGrid delivers uniform airflow. This improves efficiency by reducing turbulence across heat exchangers and through filters.
Easily Controlled
Our EC motors allow the ECFanGrid to be variable speed. Using control signals (0-10V or 4-20mA) from sensors or Building Management Systems, the ECFanGrid will automatically adjust to changing conditions. Using control sensors automate your system to adjust for differential pressure, constant airflow, temperature, carbon dioxide (CO2), fault detection, emergency alarms and more.
Cost-savings — Compact
The smaller footprint of the ECFanGrid can reduce the space requirement for the fans by up to 70%, as compared to a single large fan. Reduce your costs to produce your equipment, reduce the customer’s space requirement for your product and free up space.
Lighter
Compared to traditional systems that use single large fans our ECFanGrid is lighter. This means less mechanical load on support structures and may reduce construction costs as well as equipment installation costs.
Quieter
The total sound power of the ECFanGrid is the same as other systems but the frequency spectrum is higher. Higher frequencies require smaller attenuators, which minimizes the space needed for the air handling systems.
Redundant Specifications
Some customers require extra capacity in their critical system applications such as hospitals, data centers, schools or other public facilities, The system design strategy that uses multiple fans, will provide your system with fault tolerant operation and eliminate downtime. Systems can be designed to allow for service to filters or replacement of fans while the air handling system is running. Explore the cost-saving advantages and possibilities that multiple fan systems offer when customers ask for redundant fan systems.
OEM Designs and Customization
Rosenberg Fans Canada Ltd. has lots of experience, working with equipment manufacturers across Canada. Ask one of our technical sales people how our design and customization program will support your design team. We can help with product improvements or new equipment designs to incorporate the newest Rosenberg Fan technologies into your systems. Our 4 development centers and dedicated engineers are here to support our Canadian OEM customers.
Canadian Inventory and Customer Service
Rosenberg Fans Canada Ltd. has EC Fan inventory at our Mississauga, Ontario location. We support our OEM customers with dedicated inventory to minimize your delivery lead-time. Our EC Fans are CSA and UL listed and are available in sizes from 200 mm to 1,000 mm diameter, in different materials and voltages.
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FEATURES
Equipped with EC motors
The ECFanGrid assembled by Rosenberg is the only one of its kind using EC motors (ECM). This gives our grid unique advantages and benefits over those of other fan arrays using standard motors.
Multiple fan array configurations and sizes
From two to more than twenty fans either with our ready to use Unobox or ECFanGrid retrofit kit, we can insert our ECFanGrid into any existing enclosure in combination with our multiple fan sizes. Our ECFanGrid can deliver the air flow and pressure that your application demands.
Compact, light and flexible
HVAC Retrofitting and designing ventilation systems with the ECFanGrid will accommodate smaller footprints compared to systems using the standard belt driven fans.
EC fan retrofit kit
The unique Rosenberg multi-fan array solution includes everything within our EC Fan Retrofit Kit required to make your next HVAC retrofitting project a big success using a single source.
Learn more about Rosenberg’s Retrofit Kit
Learn more about Rosenberg’s Retrofit Kit
Unobox: Stackable modular self-contained fans
The Unobox is an assembly consisting of a backward impeller EC fan mounted inside a sturdy box. It is a Rosenberg’s approach to the modular construction of a grid as a standalone unit, or in a case when a previous casing no longer exists. Constructed out of an extruded aluminum frame with thermally and sound insulated galvanized steel panels. Powered by our energy efficient and easy to control EC motors.
Simple and clean. Plug and Play.
Watch this Video to learn more about the Unobox.
Or download the Unobox brochure
Simple and clean. Plug and Play.
Watch this Video to learn more about the Unobox.
Or download the Unobox brochure
BENEFITS
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Ease of control and versatility
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Electronically commutated motors (EC motors or ECM) integrate the advantages of electronics to:
Drive – directing power electronically to different coils is what drives the motor, this makes the motor extremely efficient in the usage of energy.
Control – intelligent technology that allows the motor to be controlled with ease. Speed can be controlled by the use of a simple potentiometer (0-10 V) in (open loop) with a secondary setting (closed loop) to make speed dependent on any external condition (differential pressure, temperature, humidity, etc.)
Power – Rosenberg motors can handle 120 V single phase, 230-460 V three phase and up to 600 V with our dedicated transformer for the Canadian market.
EC motor powered fans are efficient, intelligent and versatile.
Redundancy and Reliability
Retrofitting HVAC with our ECFanGrid instead of a single fan provides reliability and redundancy as well as flexibility for any given ventilation system. If one fan fails the remaining units on the grid will pick up the lack of air flow. The fans will increase speed and hold at the desired setting until the fan is replaced. In critical applications where constant air flow is required, this feature offers a sound solution and much more reliability than a single fan, no downtime when failure or servicing.
Flexibility
With our multiple EC motor and plug fan sizes, the Rosenberg ECFanGrid or Unobox are able to adapt to any type of grid depending on the geometry of your actual installation. The combination of impeller size and motors will provide the desired output on flow and pressure.
Ease of handling and installation
Due to the compact size and weight of Rosenberg’s ECFanGrid retrofit kit and Unobox, the fans are easy to move, lift, and place into difficult and complicated spaces. This is a huge advantage over larger and bulkier single fan retrofit installations where demolition, lifting, and special equipment is required.
One stop source for all components
Rosenberg ECFanGrid retrofit kit includes: our analysis on how to accommodate the grid; the mechanical performance calculations including electrical and power consumption; drawings and documentation; the required fans and inlet cones; adaptive structural supports for complete stability (top, bottom, side and between components); sheet metal fillers; complete wiring cabinet with protections and supplementary control power supply. Optional components include 600V power adapter module, grills, potentiometer and local controllers with transmission capabilities and more.
This is an all-in-one Rosenberg solution.
ENERGY SAVING
Energy saving technology.
Rosenberg's ECFanGrid is the most energy efficient HVAC system available on today's HVAC market.
Our research team is constantly working on innovations. Our fans powered by motors with the modern EC technology achieve efficiency ratings over 90% and can save up to 50% in energy consumption versus traditional motor technology (in accordance to EC 60034-30) with energy rating greater than IE4.
Electronically Commutated Motors (ECM) are not only efficient in their operation, but without the complications of a VFD (Variable-frequency drive) the embedded technology allows the motor speed to be fully controllable by different room variables, such as differential pressure, temperature, occupancy, time, etc.
This allows the overall system to have an extraordinary precise energy usage allocation.
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HVAC RETROFIT
Multiple provincial incentive programs for the installation of VFD’s delivered by local hydro companies are available for retrofitting commercial, industrial and residential HVAC systems. Rosenberg EC fans are in compliance with these retrofit incentives in different ways:
- Variable Speed Control Ready
- Multiple Control Configurations with easy setup. (Peak demand timer, Differential pressure, Temperature, etc.)
- Less Power Consumption at the same operating point if compared with an AC motor. view comparison table
Our ECFanGrid is a multiple fan array that was born for HVAC Retrofit. Unlike "FanWall" systems by Nortek, who buy AC motors from someone else, we build and use our own EC motors. Rosenberg's EC motor (ECM) technology is more compact than AC motors, and our built-in speed controls are more energy-efficient than VFDs used with AC motors. Our speed controls are fully variable from stopped to full-speed and save more energy as the speed is reduced. VFDs only operate down to 50% of full-speed and become less energy-efficient as they reduce the AC motor’s speed. Our EC motors power our ECFanGrid to make it the most compact, energy-efficient and truly 100% variable speed multiple fan system available on the Market today.
Our goal is to provide our customers with all the tools needed for a successful HVAC retrofit project. With our Rosenberg Retrofit Kit , we deliver all the elements to fit the ECFanGrid inside the plenum of any existing Air Handler (AHU).
Consider Rosenberg’s ECFanGrid for your next HVAC Retrofit project.
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To find out more information on offered by Government of Canada energy rebates and incentives, choose a province
BRITISH COLUMBIA
LiveSmart BC Incentive and Rebate Programs are designed to empower British Columbia citizens, businesses and consumers to make smarter, greener lifestyle choices. The decision to take climate action may come in the form of behavior changes (modes of transportation, home utility usage), consumer choices (energy and fuel efficient products, home heating systems), or efficiency and conservation decisions (home retrofits, business upgrades).
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ALBERTA
The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC) provides funding, technical assistance, and education to support Alberta municipalities in addressing climate change. The MCCAC is a partnership between the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties (AAMDC), and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA).
The Taking Action to Manage Energy (TAME+) program provides tools and funding to help municipalities understand how energy is used in their buildings, identify key savings opportunities, and implement retrofit projects. For detailed information on eligibility requirements, available funding, and how to apply, please refer to the TAME+ Guidebook.
ONTARIO
Save on Energy Retrofit incentives reduce project and operational costs for equipment upgrades – and open the door to new possibilities for your business.
Whether it’s a lighting upgrade, motor and heating installations or new control systems, incorporating energy efficiency into your operations delivers benefits that reach far beyond your energy bill.
Eligible measures under the program are those that provide sustainable, measurable and verifiable reductions in peak electricity demand and/or electricity consumption and below are some examples:
- Lighting retrofits
- Lighting controls
- HVAC redesign
- Chiller replacement
- Variable speed drives
QUEBEC
Buildings Program
The Buildings Program offers financial assistance to implement energy efficiency measures while carrying out projects in commercial or institutional buildings.
Contact your local service provider:
Saskatchewan
The Government of Saskatchewan with its goGreen program is committed to finding solutions to the environmental challenges facing our province, our country and our planet. Due to our reliance on coal, natural gas and other fossil fuels, Saskatchewan has a high greenhouse gas emissions rate. To sustain the province's natural resources and maintain a good quality of life for residents and generations to come, the provincial government is committed to finding a balance between growth and environmental protection - encouraging residents, communities and businesses to reduce their carbon footprint in their day-to-day lives.
Other useful links for saving on energy in Saskatchewan:
Manitoba
Manitoba Hydro with its Power Smart Program has saved a total of $150 million on the energy bills to its customers since the introduction. This Demand Side Management initiative not only saves money, it also allows them to export their renewable energy to other provinces and states that rely on fossil fuels.
Power Smart Program will help their customers save on bills, help meet the future energy needs of Manitobans, build Manitoba’s green economy, and help the environment.
In most businesses, heating, ventilation, and cooling typically account for 40 to 60 per cent of energy costs. A great way to reduce energy consumption and offset rising fuel costs is to replace old, inefficient equipment with energy efficient technologies.
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takeCHARGE can help identify and pay for energy efficiency improvements for your facilities through the Business Efficiency Program.
Get money back when you invest in energy efficient upgrades in heating and cooling, refrigeration, lighting and controls, and more. You can also get money back when you reduce demand.
Energy efficient upgrades will lower your electricity costs, contributing to your bottom line every month! These improvements can also help reduce other costs in areas like maintenance.
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New Brunswick
The Power NB's Retrofit Program provides financial incentives of up to $3,000 towards an evaluation to determine the potential for energy efficiency upgrades in a commercial building and a maximum of $75,000 towards the energy retrofitting project costs that result in measurable electricity savings.
In order to qualify for incentives, please ensure your Energy Management Service Provider has met, and will meet, the Energy Smart Program requirements.
Some examples of eligible buildings are:
- Arenas and curling rinks
- Retail buildings
- Large multi-unit residential buildings footprint larger than 6,456 square feet or 600 square metres)
- Hotels and motels
- Restaurants
- Recreational facilities
- Office buildings
- Grocery stores
- others
Nova Scotia
Efficiency Nova Scotia with its Building Optimization Program gives your aging building the tune up it needs.
Imagine returning your older building to its original glory: running at peak performance, saving up to 15% on energy bills and making everyone inside more comfortable.
Their recommissioning specialists will work with you to ensure your building is working properly and set for optimal efficiency, including reviewing:
- Original operating documents
- Equipment
- Temperature settings
- Scheduling
Saving on energy with Rosenberg Fan Energy Efficient Retrofit Kit
Rosenberg Fans Canada Ltd. is launching a unique concept that contemplates all the elements needed when thinking on retrofitting old coupled through belts or other inefficient types of fans to outdated non-premium motors.
We have the only solution that allows efficient external rotor EC motors fans (ECM) to be mounted directly to the plenum.
Our EC FAN RETROFIT KIT can be fitted into any existing manufacturing casing all complete and includes:
- 1. External Rotor Motor EC Fans (Backward inclined)
- 2. Inlet Plate
- 3. Inlet Cone with Measuring device
- 4. Mounting supports
- 5. Internal structural reinforcements to mount the fans
- 6. Wiring cabinet
- 7. Metal Sheet Fillers
- 8. Fastening bolts and screws
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rosenberg ec fan grid with external rotor ec motor |
plenum fan coupled to nema premium efficiency motor |
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| Required Operating Point | 12, 992 CFM @ 2.6 IWG | 12, 992 CFM @ 2.6 IWG |
| model | rosenberg 2x2-4f-gkhm-400-cib.6ff | rosenberg dknb-b630 |
| # of motors | 4 | 1 |
| noise level | 91dBA | 96dBA |
| nominal speed (rpm) | 2600 | 1765 |
| nominal power (hp) | 18.77 | 15 |
| operating point power (hp) | 9.54 | 10.63 |
| operating point speed (rpm) | 2069 | 1800 |
| operating point power consumption (hp) | 7.12 kW | 9.84 kW |
| current @ op (A) | 10.8 | 13.8 |
| maximum flow | 16.163 CFM | 12.992 CFM |
| speed control | ready | vfd is necessary |
SHOWCASE
ECFanGrid Retrofit Project
225 Davisville Ave., Toronto, Ontario
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Task
An old belt-driven 10 HP fan has been replaced by two of Rosenberg's quiet and energy-efficient EC (ECM) fans.
Result
A 2 by 1 ECFanGrid is supplying 9,375 CFM at 2.2" of total static pressure with a total input power of 7.6 HP
Our very efficient composite "E”-wheel impellers were used in this project. Description of Rosenberg's impellers can be found here.
The speed is controlled with a simple potentiometer provisionally. The final upgrade will include automation and communication with the building management system using the analog and digital communication ports that are integrated into each of Rosenberg’s EC fans.
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Whitepaper: ECFanGrid Whitepaper
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Product Information: Unobox
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Catalogue: World of EC Fans
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Brochure: ECFanGrid
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Line Card
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Flyer: ECFanGrid-Control Cabinet
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Brochure: 600V ECFan Kit
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Flyer: ECFanGrid. Upgrade your AHU and save.
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Presentation: ECFanGrid
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Soft: RoVent 10
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NEWS
The NEW EC Motor Generation is here !
Rosenberg is proud to announce the release of the new, 30% more powerful, EC-Motor, Generation 3
26.04.2019
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Introducing RoVent 10: our revamped and improved Fan Selection Software.
All new RoVent 10 !
Robust and intuitive, it delivers much more data, more efficiently.
Click "Read more" for step-by-step Tutorials and Download link.
31.01.2018
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The largest ECFanGrid Project (Case Study)
New AHU Installation for Community Amphitheatre in Edmundston, NB
- Supply:4x6 Fan Grid/24 Fans in total
- Return:3x4 Fan Grid/12 Fans in total
07.11.2017
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Introducing our new 5.5kW / 7.4 h.p. EC Motor (ECM)
Rosenberg Fans Canada is Introducing our new 5.5kW / 7.4 h.p. EC Motor (ECM) combined with high efficiency backward curved aluminium wheel.
23.10.2017
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Tel: (514) 592-7462 (QC, NS, NB, NF)
Tel: (403) 992-6042 (SK, AB, BC)
Fax: (905) 565-0161
Email: info@rosenbergcanada.com
www: www.rosenbergcanada.com
Mississauga, ON
L5T 2B8
Canada
Tel: (905) 565-1038 (head office)
Tel: (514) 592-7462 (QC, NS, NB, NF)
Tel: (403) 992-6042 (SK, AB, BC)
Fax: (905) 565-0161
Email: info@rosenbergcanada.com
www: www.rosenbergcanada.com