SUNON ATEX EC fan is the green and safe thermal solution for industrial catering equipment in the Netherlands

▲ SUNON EC fan is installed into SUNON® SAS customer’s product (Source: Batenburg Applied Technologies)

As part of its commitment to a sustainable future, the EU’s energy policy emphasizes the principle of "Energy Efficiency First." With an ambitious goal to boost global energy efficiency from 2% to over 4% by 2030, EU member states are now required to prioritize energy efficiency when making key investment decisions across both energy and non-energy sectors.

Europe has emerged as one of the leading regions in demand for explosion-proof protection in refrigeration equipment. For example in the catering industry - a busy sector where safety and personnel protection are of utmost importance.

SUNON® is a trusted name in the refrigeration industry, known for delivering top-tier product quality and customer service. This success is largely due to its long-standing partnership with Batenburg Applied Technologies, a company recognized for offering cutting-edge components and comprehensive services, including material sourcing, design-in support, prototyping, assembly, and product certification. This partnership has been a driving force behind many innovative cooling solutions applied by the manufacturing industry.

One of the most recent collaborations includes Van West Koeltechniek in the Netherlands, a company with over 100 years of expertise in designing and manufacturing liquid and air coolers for commercial and industrial applications. Together, they successfully integrated the SUNON EC Fan, CF4113LBL-000U-ABD, into commercial refrigeration systems, ensuring these systems not only meet stringent safety standards but also achieve impressive energy savings.

Revolutionizing Energy Consumption in Refrigeration

Refrigeration systems, which operate continuously under thermostatic conditions, contribute to significant energy consumption and operational costs. SUNON EC fan technology is changing that narrative. Offering the same efficiency as traditional DC fans, the SUNON EC fan operates on an AC supply while delivering over 80% greater energy savings compared to conventional thermal fans (image 1). Not only is the SUNON EC Fan using less power for the equivalent airflow, SUNON aerodynamic experts have improved the airflow pattern increasing the efficiency and velocity (image 2), and its speed can be adjusted according to varying operational demands throughout the day, further reducing unnecessary energy waste.

Enhanced Safety and Durability in Challenging Conditions

In commercial refrigeration environments, high humidity and exposure to potentially hazardous substances like refrigerants are common concerns. The SUNON EC fan is ATEX-certified and boasts a high waterproof rating of IP55, making it the perfect choice for use in potentially explosive gas environments. This ensures not only the protection of electrical components but also the longevity and safety of refrigeration systems.

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Industry-Endorsed Performance

Engineers at Batenburg Applied Technologies highlight the outstanding qualities of SUNON EC fans, citing their low power consumption, high thermal efficiency, and robust safety standards. Clients also express their approval, noting how these fans have significantly improved the performance of their refrigeration systems.