RIBA Belt Drive In-Line Tubular Centrifugal Fan
Tubular Centrifugal Belt Drive Fan Type RIBA are quiet, dependable in-line centrifugal fans recommended for a wide range of general exhaust applications where low, medium and high ranges of air volume and pressure are specified, in both ducted and non-ducted ventilation systems. Applications include virtually all types of light manufacturing, commercial and institutional buildings such as shopping centers, hospitals, schools, hotels, office and apartment buildings, warehouses, airports, bus terminals and many others. Designed for easy positioning and quick installation, the versatile Tubular centrifugal design can be located in side equipment rooms, in ceiling spaces, or as parts of O.E.M. equipment. RIBA models are dependable centrifugal fans recommended for a wide range of general exhaust applications where low, medium and high ranges of air volume and pressure are specified, in both ducted and non-ducted ventilation systems. The advantages of belt drive inline centrifugal fans over direct drive fans include quiter operation, adjustable performance to suit operating needs and availability of larger volume units.
RIBA Construction: The fan housing and motor supports are made of heavy gauge steel plate for maximum strength and durability. The overlapping deep-spun venturi minimizes air turbulence and increases efficiency. The aluminum centrifugal wheel is a non-overloading, backward-inclined type, selected for low noise levels. Painted parts are coated with epoxy to provide a protective coating rated excellent for hardness, impact resistance, adhesion and chemical resistance. Self alighning pre-lubricated pillow block bearings are standard. Contact factory for protective coating options.
Belt Drive: RIBA belt driven models are designed for quieter operation and lower initial cost. They use standardly available 1750 RPM motors.
All models bear the AMCA
Seal. UL listings is available on most models.
As with all fan systems, it is
important to remember that only available air can be exhausted. Fans
cannot operate in a vacuum. If the exhausted air cannot be replaced in
the facility, fan performance will drop off and production will suffer.
The production facility must have makeup air for every cubic foot that
is exhausted from the facility. The makeup air can be provided through
general ventilation systems or as part of a heating, ventilating and
air conditioning system.