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繁體中文ebm-papst Responds to Your Air-Moving Technology FAQs
09/17/2025At ebm-papst, innovation and knowledge sharing go hand in hand. We regularly get insightful questions from customers and partners about our air-moving technology, product capabilities, and best practices for integration. While many of these questions surfaced during the recent AHR Expo, they remain relevant year-round for anyone working with ventilation, refrigeration, and cooling systems. In this blog, we answer some of the most frequently asked questions to help you make smart decisions about your air-moving technology solutions.
1) How Has the Web-Based Fan Selection Software Been Enhanced?
Finding the right fan for your application should be smooth, and our web-based fan selection tool—FanScout—is built to make this process easier than ever. This powerful software helps engineers, designers, and facility managers quickly find the best fan solution for their specific needs, ensuring both efficiency and compatibility.
Recent updates to FanScout have added several improvements to streamline the selection process. Users can now use advanced filtering options to narrow down choices based on key parameters like airflow, pressure, efficiency, and noise levels. Expanded product data ensures users have access to comprehensive technical specs, helping them make informed decisions. What’s more, improved search features—including full support for U.S. 460V models—make it simpler to find region-specific options.
Whether you’re selecting a fan for HVAC, refrigeration, or industrial ventilation uses, FanScout offers an intuitive and efficient experience. Its user-friendly interface guides you step by step, reducing guesswork and ensuring you find the right fan on the first try.
2) Can ActivePFC Replace the Need for Harmonic Filters?
Absolutely! Active Power Factor Correction (ActivePFC) technology can greatly reduce or even do away with the need for external harmonic filters, providing a more streamlined and cost-effective way to improve power quality. This is especially useful in settings with sensitive electronic equipment—such as data centers, hospitals, and industrial automation systems—where stable power is critical for reliable operation.
ActivePFC works by adjusting the power factor dynamically, reducing electrical distortion, and minimizing wasted energy. This not only boosts system efficiency but also helps create a cleaner power supply, lowering the risk of interference with other electronic devices. By adding ActivePFC, businesses can meet strict power quality standards while cutting down on the need for extra filtering components.
Whether you’re designing a new system or upgrading an existing one, ActivePFC technology helps you achieve greater reliability, energy savings, and compliance with industry regulations—all while simplifying your power management strategy.
3) What Are the Best Practices for Installing the Cube-Design RadiPac?
The Cube-Design RadiPac is engineered for both convenience and efficiency, making it a breakthrough in air-moving technology. Unlike traditional units that require a heavy structural wall for support, the Cube-Design RadiPac has a self-supporting structure that allows for faster, simpler installation. This innovative design helps reduce labor costs while offering unmatched flexibility in system layout.
To ensure top performance, it’s important to follow best installation practices. One key consideration is separating the inlet and exhaust sides of the housing. Instead of needing a complex structural barrier, the Cube-Design RadiPac only requires a simple, non-structural “air curtain” to maintain proper airflow. Our high-efficiency fans direct air through the system and prevent performance losses caused by recirculation.
Modularity is another major advantage: the Cube-Design RadiPac is stackable and features an interlocking design, making it easy to transport and handle. This is particularly helpful for projects that need scalable ventilation solutions, as multiple units can be combined to meet different airflow demands.
To explore its full features and installation benefits, try the 3D experience on the ebm-papst Xplore App. This interactive tool offers an in-depth look at the product, helping engineers and technicians visualize how to integrate it into their systems with ease.
4) Why Choose ebm-papst for Your Air-Moving Needs?
At ebm-papst, we’re committed to pushing the limits of air-moving technology—combining innovation, efficiency, and reliability to deliver top-tier solutions. Our products are designed with the end user in mind, ensuring they not only perform well but also are easy to integrate and operate.
From locally manufactured fan solutions that cut lead times and support supply chain resilience, to advanced digital tools like FanScout that simplify the selection process, we strive to make every aspect of air-moving technology more efficient. Additionally, our expertise in power quality solutions (such as ActivePFC) helps businesses boost system performance while reducing energy use and operational costs.
When you choose ebm-papst, you’re not just investing in cutting-edge products—you’re partnering with a team that prioritizes engineering excellence, sustainability, and customer success. Simply put: we’re investing in you. Through our Local4Local approach, we now drive innovation and manufacturing directly in the U.S., ensuring we meet the unique needs of our North American customers with greater speed, customization, and support. By combining our global expertise with local insights, we deliver solutions that advance air technology and push the boundaries of innovation.
Still have questions about our products or how to apply them to your project? Our team is ready to help—reach out today, and let’s collaborate to find the right air-moving solution for you.
