How to best circulate air in an office?

We received a really good question from @blua on Twitter - so we figured we'd share it here for others to reference. She even provided a scaled diagram to ensure we knew the lay of the land!























The question was:
"New office has no circulation. How do I know if I need a small or medium air circulator?"

I consulted one of our expert customer service reps, Adrienne, for her feedback.

Miss Blua A. Hurd: Here is our reply!

Good Morning,

For an office they’ll want a quiet unit. I would recommend the 660, because it can move lots of air on the low and medium speeds, without generating much noise. Actually, on medium, you can barely hear the circulator, but it’s moving more air than the 530 on high and 630 on low/medium. Definitely, go with the 660!

Below are the CFM and Decibel readings of the 660, 184 Tower, 630 and 530. This should help explain further.

660
CFM: Turbo-584/High-459/Medium-349/Low-257
Decibel: Turbo-67/High-61/Medium-55/Low-50

184 Tower
CFM: Turbo-500/High-407/Medium-315/Low-226
Decibel: Turbo-68/High-63/Medium-55/Low-50

630
CFM: High-389/Medium-304/Low-241
Decibel: High-67/Medium-60/Low-54

530
CFM: High-283/Medium-222/Low-152
Decibel: High-68/Medium-61/Low-52

Let me know if you need more info.

Adrienne

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Adrienne rocks - and I tend to agree with her that the 660's ability to circulate your office with nary a whisper makes it an excellent choice. It's worth noting that even our smallest 530B would certainly provide ample circulation, but you'd likely want to turn it to "high" on a few of those hot summer days, which would mean a higher sound level. Plus, the 660's cool gloss finish and chrome adjustment bar make it a good fit for a professional environment! (Your coworkers will be envious.)

Final thought, with that bunny-fur, a little extra circulation power couldn't hurt, right?
(If you wonder what that means- you'll just have to check out @blua on Twitter!)

What is the Best Fan for A Kitchen?

Why, the Undercabinet Fan, of Course!

Undercabinet Fan from Vornado from Vornado on Vimeo.

Vornado Fan Season Tip #3 - Ceiling fan or Vornado?

Vornado is Your Number One Fan:
In rooms where a ceiling fan is present, you may consider using only your Vornado, as the downdraft of the ceiling fan may create enough of a disturbance in the room as to minimize or negate the unique Vortex Action airflow of the Vornado Air Circulator.

Vornado owners frequently report that the smooth, gentle airflow of a Vornado is more comfortable and effective that of a ceiling fan. Vornado officially recommends experimenting to determine your ideal preferencess- but I say ditch that dusty old, clicking and rattling, off-balance eysore of a fan and go with a Vornado circulator! In doing so, you'll restore your ceiling to its clean, unobstructed beauty AND you will have a more effective, more comfortable way to keep your cool this summer.

It's Vornado Fan Season - Get The Most Out Of Your Vornado - Tip 1

With spring in full bloom, it is officially Vornado fan season. Over the next few days, I'll offer up some tips on how to maximize the performance of your Vornado circulator.

Placement:
Unlike typical fans, your circulator is not intended to blow air directly at you- instead it circulates all of the air in the room. To get the maximum effect out of your Vornado, place it in a corner or perimeter location in the room, facing towards the opposite wall or corner. If possible, avoid large obstacles, such as furniture, that could interrupt the airstream.


Also, be sure that the rear of the Vornado is free from obstructions (curtains, furniture) that may block the air as it is pulled into the circulator. The signature Vortex Action airflow will travel across the room, and flow along the walls and ceilings – ensuring that the entire room is circulated. Because hot air rises, the coolest air is typically near the floor – so placing your Vornado on or near the floor is recommended to quickly establish a balanced room temperature.

Save Energy & Money This Summer With Vornado

How A Vornado Creates Whole Room Circulation from Vornado on Vimeo.

A Vornado Air Circulator functions differently from other fans. While a typical fan only circulates the area directly in front of it, a Vornado circulates all of the air in the room using an airflow phenomenon called "Vortex Action"

Learn about how a Vornado works differently, and how it can save you big money this summer.

What Is The Best Fan for An RV or Camper? Here's an idea!

Mod #92 from the good people at modmyrv.com features the Vornado Under Cabinet Circulator installed in the slideout portion of an RV.

According to the post, a small yet powerful fan in an RV (particularly in a slideout) is quite a welcome feature.

"One area of an RV that suffers from inconsistent temperatures is the slideout. Most late model RVs have large slideouts and none that I am aware of have heater or A/C vents within them. The slide sits outside the RV box and can suffer from cold and heat soak. So this is where I want to circulate some air towards...

...The fan met all my expectations. I can sit in the dinette or sofa area and feel a nice breeze, not to strong and not too weak. With two speeds, the fan can be adjusted to your comfort level. Having the ability to rotate the fan is a nice feature in case you need to move air around in other directions." You can view the entire mod here, not to mention a wealth of other great ideas for customizing your RV.

This RV-Appropriate fan is available at Campingworld.com - one of many products that are perfectly suited to those that enjoy the RV lifestyle.

File the Under Cabinet Circulator as a possible solution for the following issues you may encounter in your RV or camper:

Circulate the Air in Your RV - The Undercabinet fan is a perfect way to alleviate the hot, stuffy temperatures often experienced during those summer nights. You can also use less power by turning the air conditioner up a few degrees, and still maintain a comfortable temperature.

Exhaust Cooking Smells - A well-positioned Vornado Undercabinet Fan is a great way to direct cooking odors out of your RV.

Discreet Circulation With No Footprint - Every RV owner knows that countertop space is at a premium. The V103 Undercabinet Circulator stores away discreetly and occupies zero countertop or floor space.

Vornado Zippi Product Review

Thanks rmak for sharing your thoughts on the Zippi... we'd tend to agree with your insights!

See all Housewares reviews at Expotv

Silly Good Deal On The 735 Premium Circulator

So, you've thought about getting a Vornado before. You've kicked the tires a bit - but it's a decent amount of coin for a fan. Cease the tire-kicking, here's the deal for you. There's two parts to this one...

1. The 735 is priced at $59.99, or buy two for $99.99... that's up to half off the usual $99.99 price for one of these puppies. My point- you can get one of our best fans (it's a "Premium Series" which means you get 5 speed controls, a nifty grayish color, and a fancy spun aluminum logo) for a big discount. But wait... there's more...

2. We're running a "Risk Free" offer on ALL our premium circulators. That means that if you buy one on the Vornado website, we ship it for free to you. You then have 30 days to use it in your home. Use it day and night for a month... and if you aren't happy with it for ANY REASON, we'll arrange to have it shipped back to us at our expense. Once we get the product back- we refund your card and you're out absolutely nada. All the details of this offer are available here.

Vornado's best fans, one of which is up to half off, and our promise to give you your money back if you don't like it. It's hot outside, your electric bills are about to crank up, and you need a good fan to keep your cool. Now's the time, friends!

What Makes A Vornado Better? Different?

Common Questions Part 2: If A Vornado Is So Different, Why Do The Competitors Look So Similar?

At first glance, one might expect the two products above are related fairly closely... perhaps even from the same manufacturer, just different models. After all, look at the design cues and colors. Even the grill is the same. What could POSSIBLY make these two fans different, aside from the fact that the Vornado costs more? For the other guys, that beauty truly is only skin deep. While they imitate the look, and even the words Vornado has used on its packaging for years, they neglect what actually makes the product work. Vornado Fans are uniquely engineered to generate the performance our consumers enjoy. Here's what we mean...



What about the spiral grill - don't they both have that? Actually - each "vein" of a Vornado grill is angled to maximize its ability to shape the airflow. Think of it like an airplane wing. A little angle is the difference between function and fashion.

I'll hand it to them...the "other" low cost fan companies have done a wonderful, if not unabashed job of imitating the design cues of a Vornado. Our recommendation... try to make the products perform like a Vornado. Imitate the longevity and power of a Vornado motor, and the more durable plastics that go into its construction. Try to imitate the engineering too. You'll discover that every model features uniquely sized components - because even the slightest change in size or application requires comprehensive re-engineering in order to retain its powerful yet quiet operation. It's a challenge we're happy to make, because once a competitor would try to imitate the factors that transcend the visuals, they can blow a goodbye kiss to their "low price" position. The problem is, they won't be able to blow it very far.

Fan For Greenhouse - Good Circulation: Your Plants Understand The Difference.

Vornado Found Effective For Plant Health In Japanese Greenhouses

Sometimes Vornado's pop up in the most unexpected places. As a marketing guy, I spend lots of time thinking about applications for the product - and this one is compelling. The following summarizes some research done by Yamamoto Agricultrual Corporation.

I have pulled some images right out of a Powerpoint show (that was shared with one of our overseas sales people.) I can't make this stuff up. Literally. No green thumbs on these hands. Last summer I "nuked" all the plants in my yard by applying grass weed preventer too close to the beds. The "arrows in greenhouse" image looks vaguely familiar. Whole Greenhouse Circulation, eh? Nice! We talk alot about Vortex Action. The plants seem to be listening.

I used babelfish to translate- and for the most part it looks like the photo captions describe the owner, and where his greenhouse is located. They also seem to indicate that he is growing sage.

Incidentally, this is basically the exact same fan as our 710 circulator. Did I mention it is on sale for a mere fifty bucks!?

If I new how to plant my way out of a paper bag, I would tell you specifically what the results mean. But, people that ACTUALLY DO know tell me that the results are good.

Vornado fans are perferct for greenhouses. How do I know this?

Because plants don't lie.

You Ask. We Answer. The Big Questions People Ask About Vornado

There are some questions that arise frequently when it comes to Vornado product. I'll dedicate the next few posts to answering these questions. Here goes.... more to come.