“We already had the in-house expertise”

Gases such as propane or isobutane can be compressed efficiently with the new turbocompressors from ebm-papst. Philipp Handschuh, Head of the HighSpeed department, explains how the compressors work without any oil and why this is special.»

“Innovation is the common thread running through my life”

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Tomas Smetana has been Chief Technology Officer of the ebm-papst Group since December 2023. In this interview, he tells us about his plans for innovation and how ebm-papst can maintain its role as a technology leader.»

The right ventilation for every room

Whether during hot periods or on cold days, modern centralized and decentralized ventilation systems are the key technology for effective, health-promoting and climate-friendly ventilation management all year round. They ensure an air exchange based on requirements and keep heating energy requirements particularly low thanks to heat recovery.»

“This is how the AxiEco fits perfectly in heat pumps”

The AxiEco conquers the heat pump market as a Plug-in. Dominik Bork, a designer in peripherals development in Mulfingen, explains what it took for the evolution of the product range to become a success.»

On a path to building green

Carbon-neutral building is an important step towards climate neutrality. Menred is developing multiple solutions, including integrated heat pumps, ventilation systems, and a smart home system, to help achieve this goal. All these technologies are combined under one roof in the Holiday Campus in Wenzhou, China.»

The formula for psychoacoustic quality

The quieter a heat pump is, the better. However, reducing noise is not the only factor. It also matters how pleasant the sound is. And that can now be calculated.»

The warmest calm

Air/water heat pumps are becoming an important pillar of more sustainable heat generation. This is where fans that work intelligently, quietly and economically at optimum efficiency come into play, as well as inverter electronics for the compressor drive that reduce operating noise through optimum commutation and also increase the energy efficiency of the heat pump.»

What the Tech: How does the charging technology of e-cars work?

E-cars need electricity to charge. But how long does the charging process take for e-cars and how does a fast charging station work? »

What the Tech: How do we perceive fan acoustics?

Fan acoustics are linked to our perception of noise. But how do we perceive fan acoustics and which factors influence them?»

Fresh air for young talent

The new football academy of The German football association (DFB) is located in Frankfurt am Main. AHUs from NOVA Apparate GmbH with centrifugal fans from ebm-papst are used to ensure the perfect climate in this talent factory.»

Soundcheck for heatpumps: Psychoacoustics for minimum noise generation

Air/water heatpumps with heat outputs from 3 to 30 kW enjoy a high level of acceptance in heating technology. However, they do not work completely silently and the more dense the buildings are, the more the neighbors can get disturbed by noise pollution. It is by no means just the measurable sound pressure level that is crucial, but human noise perception, which is where psychoacoustics and its examination methods come into play.»

“Fear has always trumped reason”

Climate protection, efficiency and F-Gas Regulation – Christopher Hammel, Technical Manager of SKADEC GmbH, explains the advantages of propane as a natural refrigerant, why concerns are unfounded – and why EC fans are his tool of choice.»

Sustainable from the basement to the roof

The new administration building of IT specialist Bechtle thinks for itself and independently controls lighting and climate. This is smart and conserves resources: a perfect match with the company’s ambitious sustainability goals. One important component involves water chillers and heat pumps with natural refrigerants.»

“We want to inspire our customers!”

ebm-papst is reorganizing itself as part of its “Making the future together” strategy, with the ventilation and heating technology specialist focusing on its strengths and beefing up its regional units at the same time. CEO Klaus Geißdörfer explains what the new structure will look like and what this means for customers.»

Cooling for the future of electromobility

Range and charging times are important parameters for electric vehicles. This is why fast charging processes are becoming increasingly popular and high-performance cooling concepts are required. They need to be well integrated and work reliably for a long time, even under harsh conditions. »

What The Tech: How do heat pumps work?

A heat pump provides heat, but is also capable of cooling your home. It transfers heat from one place to another by different air or heat sources. Find out about the exact working principle of a heat pump here.»

Reduce pressure losses, increase efficiency

Everyone is looking for the perfect fan for their refrigeration and air conditioning applications. Simulation provides help with this: the behavior of a fan in the specific application can be precisely calculated and visualized with CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics, i.e. numerical fluid mechanics). »

Heat pumps: The wonders of rooftop heating

Photovoltaics and solar heating on the roof are normal phenomena. Why not put the heat pump up there, too? In the Netherlands, this idea solves several problems at once.»

The smart farm

In Korea’s Smart Farm Innovation Valley, tomatoes, strawberries and the like grow almost by themselves thanks to intelligent technologies. Fan coil units from Dowoo ENE with axial fans from ebm-papst ensure the perfect temperature.»

Heating with hydrogen

For outsiders, this is a tiny house. For industry, it is an outlook towards the future: in a demo test, the Dutch boiler manufacturer Intergas showcases how it generates cozy warmth from hydrogen. »

Vigilant fire preventer

Fires on ships prompt primal fears and cause expensive damage. When smoke starts rising anywhere, the only aim is to prevent the worst from happening. Gas detectors from Daspos do not let it get that far in the first place: they detect gases and oils in the air and trigger an alarm before they ignite.»

F-Gas Regulation: Fans meet the challenge

According to the so-called F-Gas Regulation, emissions of fluorinated greenhouse gases (F-gases) in the EU are to be significantly reduced by 2030. It is therefore essential to switch to natural refrigerants with a low global warming potential (GWP). However, these are often flammable. This means that all components installed in heat pumps, for example, must meet the standards for flammable refrigerants. This also applies to the fans used, but these also need to be as quiet and energy-efficient as possible.»

The right solution for every installation situation

Fans are complex flow machines, which sometimes respond to aerodynamic changes in their surroundings. The installation situation plays an important role here. This means that, when installed in the application, the fan is often not as quiet as hoped for, or less efficient than promised in the data sheet. Last but not least, we recommend having the fan manufacturer on board at an early stage of in-house unit development. This means there will certainly be no unpleasant surprises later.»

Heat from a distance

Heating is essential in a cold, Danish winter. But burning gas or oil to create it harms the environment. Systems from Aktive Energi Anlæg A/S with heat pumps from EVAPCO offer a clean alternative. Using ambient air, they generate district heat for entire small cities, which benefits both people and nature.»

Using subsidies to heat more efficiently

We have set a course for the energy revolution. Heating plays a very important role here. With state-of-the-art heat pumps, gas condensing boilers, etc., efficient system components from ebm-papst, and attractive state funding, environmentally friendly construction and renovation are now moving full steam ahead.»

Plug & play axial fans for applications with high back pressure

Axial fans are normally used for situations when strong air flow with relatively low back pressure is required. That is why they have not yet been the fan of choice for devices that require a high pressure increase. But now that has all changed: ebm-papst’s new axial fans are also suitable for applications with high back pressure, meaning that these types of applications can also benefit from their higher air flow rates.»

Ahead of time with the EC motor: More efficient, quieter, smarter

Fan technology has developed very rapidly over the past 50 years. This would not be possible if you didn’t look at the big development picture: ventilation connections and therefore the perfect interaction of motor technology, electronics and aerodynamics. ebm-papst has been a key part of this evolution.»

Automation to get there faster

A motor passes through several optimization loops until it meets the required specifications. This used to cost a lot of time. Today, programs automate the work processes during development. And customers get a better product faster.»

A warm welcome

In the winter you want your home to be warm and cozy. The hybrid heat pump from Dutch company Itho Daalderop provides pleasant heat, even in sub-zero temperatures. And it works with any gas boiler.»

Robust Axial Fans for Refrigeration, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Axial fans have to meet high demands on ventilation and air-conditioning equipment, because the cold side of the cooling circuit is subject to harsh environmental conditions. Against this background, ebm-papst has developed a new axial fan series in which AC variants also meet the future ErP requirements.»

Listen to the music

Futuristic architecture, musical superlatives, clever ventilation: In the concert hall in Ventspils, Latvia, music students rehearse in the best conditions.»

“The challenge was clear”

In a washing machine, the drying process also has to work properly to ensure that the dishes come out squeaky clean. This created multiple challenges when Miele’s new 7000th generation was developed. Miele product developer Horst Lintelmann tells us how the team mastered them and discusses what role the blower played.»

Smoothie in a bottle

Smoothies with pieces of fruit, or dairy products such as buttermilk and yogurt pose no problem for the ProMinent DULCO flex Control peristaltic metering pump. It places the right amount in the packaging, even when it comes to viscose food products – made possible by an EC drive.»

Fans for air/water heat pumps

Demand for air/water heat pumps is rising; with output from 3 to 30 kW, they are a useful solution for single- and multi-family homes. Low procurement costs, uncomplicated installation and a small footprint make them an attractive heating alternative, and not only in new buildings. Modern EC fans play an important role in ensuring that such systems run very efficiently and economically.»

Many thanks to all #fanspotters!

Fans and motors from ebm-papst are at work in many of the machines and systems we see every day. Where have you noticed our products?»

Great times for smart heating

Digitization has long since become established in the heating systems sector. But until now no lean communication solution was available for small boilers. LIN-capable gas blowers from ebm-papst are about to change all that. To the advantage of manufacturers, fitters and end users.»

»Sustainability Is in Our Genes«

Turkey relies on the EU Ecodesign directive. Since 2018, the minimum efficiency standard has also applied to the condensing boiler market. emas, the
Turkish market leader, is not worried about the regulations being tightened.»

The formula for the data transfer time

In a Local Interconnect Network (LIN) bus, the data transfer time is an important parameter for the communication between master and slave devices.»

Economical modernization of heating systems

Modern heating systems have to function efficiently, ecologically and economically without being excessively expensive to buy. A reasonable compromise is the key, particularly when replacing old heating systems. Condensing technology in combination with modern gas blowers can present an economical solution in such cases.»

Fans for oil-cooled high-power transformers

High-power transformers are basic components of electrical power supply systems. Outdoors, they have to resist the wind and weather which is why the fans used in the cooling systems have to be just as tough.»

Cleaned and dried – for less

At the end of each shift, employees in Europe’s largest pig slaughterhouse scrub the work areas until they are spick-and-span. Thanks to an upgraded ventilation system, work can now resume faster after cleaning has finished, and the operator also consumes far less energy in the process.»

Improving efficiency with EC motors

Not only do the latest electronically commutated motors (EC motors) consume much less electricity, they are usually considerably more compact at equal or even higher power output. Their use in household appliances provides an example of the resulting benefits for machinery and equipment. A few scenarios described below show the advantages.»

Sweden’s coolest data center

The Swedish provider BAHNHOF converted a bunker in Stockholm into an unusual data center. Fans from ebm-papst keep the electricity bill just as cool as the location.»

A pump for the python

To get the beer fresh to the tap, it is cooled on its way to the bar. Pump systems by Cornelius take care of this task.»

Cold feet at freezer cabinets? Never again!

Thanks to a retrofit in 138 supermarkets and department stores at British retailer Marks & Spencer, shopping for frozen foods has never been so pleasant.»

On course towards zero emissions

Thanks to modifications to the car deck’s and passenger ventilation system, the ferry operator Scandlines saves two million kilowatt-hours per year. For chief engineer Carsten Johansen this is an important step towards zero emissions.»

Perfect climate from the ice tank

The new building at the St. Georgen location doesn’t just shine on the surface. Its cold heart beats under the parking lot.»

Ready for a wave of orders

The European Union’s Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EG and an energy efficiency label are now roiling the heating industry. ebm-papst got ready for it with a new production facility.»

Not just heat

The new boiler from the British company Flowgroup is not just any old boiler. It doesn’t just produce heat, but electricity too, and pays for itself in the process. The story of an extraordinary project.»

“Being fit for the future means running a sustainable business”

Interview with Dr. Bruno Lindl, Managing Director Research and Development ebm-papst Group»

A calculated strategy for diversity

Thomas Borst on revenue growth and construction projects»

Bone dry

The new heat pump dryers from Primus save over 60 percent of the primary energy compared to their predecessors. A RadiPac from ebm-papst does its bit here to ensure energy efficiency»

Old meets new

When creating a new oil condensing boiler, the company Wolf GmbH combined a proven combustion principle with technology from ebm-papst. The result was an efficient heater»

Protecting your data

Compact, protected against fire and break-ins and with excellent air conditioning – the ValueShelter protects servers holding sensitive data. But the hardware’s energy-efficient cooling really comes into its own in a cold and damp cellar»

Swimming pool ventilation: Turn on, tune out

From swimming pools to spas, air conditioning systems from Mollerus allow both
guests and operators to relax. The devices fit the needs of both perfectly»

“Air-guiding system” guarantees low noise output

Air inlet grille for axial and centrifugal fans»

Gas valve automatically optimises combustion

Variations in the gas mixture no longer a problem»

Peace and quiet at a pleasant temperature

Hotel air-conditioning: new state-of-the-art system saves up to 70 % on energy consumption»

EC: The power of persuasion

Four parties, any number of discussions, quick decisions: To start with, ebm-papst Ibérica had to put plenty of effort into finding enough convincing arguments for EC technology – but in the end our Spanish branch was positively overwhelmed by the customer’s enthusiastic response»

Prize-winning low-energy housing complex

Energy-efficient air-conditioning technology in Switzerland»

Pumping: Passion vs. Gravity

During development of an innovative upright unit for the Italian boiler manufacturer BAXI S.p.A., ebm-papst had to go into some uncharted territory»

No alternative to energy-efficient fans

Controlled home ventilation for new buildings and renovation»

Heat from a single source

A complete gas-air module from ebm-papst helps make a Remeha condensing boiler for private households even more affordable»

“We offer the forum for forward-looking technologies”

ebm-papst organised what has now become the fourth Innovation Forum»

Green shopping oasis

With its new supermarket, Brazil’s Verdemar retail chain takes its name literally by going green»

Pumping for the climate

Renewable energies instead of fossil fuels — this is the future for home heating as in other areas. Heat pumps play an every greater role here. However, they vary greatly in output, installation effort and costs.»

Salesman braves the cold

Denis Stepanov has to struggle with huge distances and permafrost»

Clean standard

A Pump drive helps reduce nitrogen oxides in diesel emissions»

Demanded and subsidised

In new construction and renovation alike, building owners are placing increasingly stringent demands on energy efficiency. Grant programmes provide important financial support. However, those who want to take advantage of these programmes should hurry: The German government plans to impose cuts as early as 2011.»

Triad for Miele

Concentrated know-how for an especially efficient heat pump drier»

The green company

Green has never been so fashionable. It stands for being environmentally friendly, innovative and ready for the future. No wonder, then, that green is the favourite colour of many marketing departments. With the new GreenTech label, ebm-papst is also presenting itself as an all-round green company. Here is a look behind the scenes.»

Air to water heat pump system

What an intelligent control can mean to heat pump performance»

Stay cool

A climatic solution for the new Computer Centre of the Deutscher Wetterdienst»

EC in the health system

From the roof to the basement: EC drives and fans work unobtrusively but effectively in all areas of medical technology, making it faster, more reliable and quieter.»

Plant in Hollenbach: “Everything in the green range”

Just a few kilometres north of the headquarters in Mulfingen, a new plant grew from the home soil of Germany’s Hohenlohe region in just six months. Here, in Hollenbach, ebm-papst has produced the largest flagship models in its product range: fans with a blade diameter of up to one meter.»

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