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ZIEHL-ABEGG Unveils ZAplus Next Gen Axial Fan
Compact high-efficiency fan boosts airflow, reduces noise for data center cooling.
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ZIEHL-ABEGG has introduced the ZAplus Next Generation axial fan, designed to deliver higher airflow, improved energy efficiency, and reduced noise within a compact footprint for data centers and other critical cooling environments.
The new system builds on the original ZAplus design with a slimmer housing, advanced aerodynamic components, and optimized nozzle technology, enabling higher performance without increasing installation space.
Higher capacity within the same footprint
A key innovation of the ZAplus Next Gen is its slimmed housing design, which allows larger fan sizes to fit into existing dimensions. For example, a 960 mm fan can replace a 910 mm unit without requiring structural changes.
This enables:
- Increased airflow capacity in existing systems
- Easier upgrades for retrofit and modernization projects
- No need for redesigning mechanical layouts
These benefits make the system particularly suited to data center upgrades and mission-critical cooling applications.
Advanced aerodynamics for efficiency and low noise
The ZAplus Next Gen integrates several aerodynamic enhancements to maximize performance:
Advanced aerodynamics for efficiency and low noise
The ZAplus Next Gen integrates several aerodynamic enhancements to maximize performance:
- Biomimetic FE2owlet and FE3owlet blades to reduce turbulence and noise
- Guide vanes to stabilize airflow
- Short diffuser for improved pressure recovery
- Additional optimized nozzles for smoother, more uniform airflow
Together, these components form a highly efficient airflow system, delivering increased pressure and output while maintaining low acoustic emissions.
Intelligent airflow control and energy savings
The fan system supports fully speed-controllable operation, allowing airflow to be precisely matched to real-time cooling demands.
This enables:
Intelligent airflow control and energy savings
The fan system supports fully speed-controllable operation, allowing airflow to be precisely matched to real-time cooling demands.
This enables:
- Reduced energy consumption
- Lower operating costs
- Support for advanced data center cooling strategies such as variable load operation and economizer modes
The system is available with both:
- AC motor technology for conventional applications
- ECblue motors for high-efficiency, next-generation systems
Designed for durability and long-term performance
The ZAplus housing is available in sizes ranging from 450 mm to 1,000 mm and is developed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to optimize real-world performance.
The ZAplus housing is available in sizes ranging from 450 mm to 1,000 mm and is developed using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to optimize real-world performance.
Manufactured using plastic injection molding, the housing offers:
- Reduced weight
- High precision and repeatability
- Strong resistance to corrosion
A corrosion-free composite nozzle further enhances durability, ensuring long service life and reduced maintenance requirements in demanding environments.
With its combination of compact design, high airflow performance, and energy-efficient operation, the ZAplus Next Generation from ZIEHL-ABEGG provides a scalable solution for modern data center cooling and other high-demand ventilation applications.
Edited by an industrial journalist, Lekshman Ramdas, with AI assistance.
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With its combination of compact design, high airflow performance, and energy-efficient operation, the ZAplus Next Generation from ZIEHL-ABEGG provides a scalable solution for modern data center cooling and other high-demand ventilation applications.
Edited by an industrial journalist, Lekshman Ramdas, with AI assistance.
www.ziehl-abegg.com
