Heating and cooling are crucial issues for athletic facilities and sports venues, as it’s essential to maintain a comfortable temperature for athletes and spectators. But with the proper equipment, temperature regulation doesn’t have to be a burden. High volume low speed (HVLS) athletic facility fans can efficiently cool your space while reducing energy costs.

While smaller high-speed fans push hot air around, large-diameter HVLS fans destratify the air in large facilities to bring cool air down to the floor and create a comfortable ambient temperature. Read on to learn more about how HVLS fans work and their benefits for athletic facilities. You can also check out more of our athletic solutions here.

Heating and cooling are crucial issues for athletic facilities and sports venues, as it’s essential to maintain a comfortable temperature for athletes and spectators. But with the proper equipment, temperature regulation doesn’t have to be a burden. High volume low speed (HVLS) athletic facility fans can efficiently cool your space while reducing energy costs.

While smaller high-speed fans push hot air around, large-diameter HVLS fans destratify the air in large facilities to bring cool air down to the floor and create a comfortable ambient temperature. Read on to learn more about how HVLS fans work and their benefits for athletic facilities. You can also check out more of our athletic solutions here.

athletic icon

See More Athletic Storage Solutions

HVLS Athletic Facility Fans

large diameter fans sports arenasHigh volume low speed (HVLS) athletic facility fans are large overhead fans that work well in large spaces with high ceilings. The fans pull hot air up to the ceiling and push cool air down, creating a constantly moving air current to keep people comfortable. Visit our online store to see our fans and other athletic storage products.

The athletic facility fans have tubercle blades which allow air to pass along the blades with less wind resistance. The tubercle blades allow the fans to move more air with fewer blades operating at a slower speed, resulting in less noise and lower energy costs. You can also run the fan in reverse to bring warm air down and reduce heating costs in the winter.

The athletic facility fans range from 8 to 24 feet in diameter, and an individual fan can circulate air over an area of up to 230 feet. The blade angle can be adjusted from the standard 8 degrees to an industry-leading 21 degrees for top performance. You can also adjust the fan speed to achieve your desired temperature.

Depending on the size of your athletic facility, you may choose to install and link several HVLS fans. You can also combine the fans with wind turbines for a completely energy-efficient ventilation system. Wind turbines extract hot air and replace it with cool fresh air, which the fans blow throughout the facility.

Athletic facilities that can benefit from HVLS fans include:hvls athletic facility fans

  • Gyms and health clubs
  • Sports arenas and courts
  • Indoor pools and natatoriums
  • Basketball courts
  • Indoor soccer fields
  • Indoor tracks
  • Bowling alleys
  • Ice rinks
  • Martial arts centers
  • Rock climbing facilities

Benefits of HVLS Fans for Athletic Facilities

high velocity low speed athletic fansComfort for Athletes and Spectators

HVLS athletic facility fans promote the comfort of athletes, staff, and spectators. They effectively cool facilities to prevent overheating and reduce the risk of heat-related injuries for those competing or working out.

The HVLS fans distribute cooler air evenly throughout the facility, eliminating hot or cold spots to keep spectators and athletes comfortable. These large-diameter fans can effectively lower the temperature in a facility by 10°F. In addition, the fans decrease airborne pollutants to improve air quality. Their quiet operation ensures that noise does not distract or disturb anyone.

Energy-Efficient Temperature Regulation

HVLS athletic facility fans cool your venue more efficiently, saving you money on heating and cooling costs. By evenly distributing hot and cold air over your space, the fans lighten the load on HVAC systems in facilities that hold many people. And for new construction, installing these fans reduces the need for more expensive ductwork.

HVLS fans save you money year-round. While in the summer, you can use them to cool your athletic facility efficiently; you can also run them in reverse in the winter to warm your space and save on heating costs.

These electric fans operate extremely efficiently, with one fan requiring only 0.75 to 1.5 kW of power. Even a 24-foot fan uses less power than an average hair dryer. It only costs approximately 6 cents per hour to operate one fan at 0.75kW. The fans also require little maintenance, with inspection recommended every 20,000 hours.

Humidity Control

athletic facility fansAthletic facility fans also help control humidity levels in your facility. Controlling the humidity level not only keeps athletes and spectators more comfortable but also prevents the growth of mold and fungi, the spread of infections, and moisture damage to floors or equipment.

This is particularly beneficial for natatoriums, where water collects on the floors. HVLS fans increase the surface evaporation rate to dry floors faster.

Odor Reduction

Along with regulating temperature and humidity, the HVLS fans also help reduce odors in athletic facilities. Better air circulation and quicker moisture evaporation help to reduce the smell of sweat in gyms and similar facilities. HVLS fans also minimize chlorine odors in natatoriums and improve the air quality for swimmers and spectators.

shopping cart iconAthletic Storage Product Prices

See specifications and pricing for athletic racks, lockers, shelving, and benches.

Contact Us for Athletic Facility Fans

Southwest Solutions Group® provides design and installation services for HVLS fans in athletic facilities and many other applications. We will also provide a free consultation to determine your exact needs and specifications before the design begins. To learn more or to speak with a specialist, call us at (800) 803-1083 or send us a message today.

Resources

Athletic Testimonials

osu logo

“We absolutely love our new high-density football helmet storage shelving. I’m amazed at the unique storage solutions you have to offer. We appreciate how Steve listened to our requirements and came up with a very practical storage solution. Chad and his installation team kept us informed throughout the installation process. Your crew was very clean and courteous. Great job!”

Oklahoma State University
University of Texas logo

“Thanks so much (Troy) for coordinating getting the ramp removed so quickly. We truly appreciate the communication and doing whatever it took to meet our last-minute notice deadline. Your customer service throughout the process has been second to none.”

University of Texas
Kansas University

“I have worked with Chuck on several projects since arriving at Kansas University. He is a top reason why I continue to come back to Spacesaver/Southwest Solutions Group for our storage needs. He has experience with several athletic equipment room projects and sweats every detail because he knows it matters to us. Chuck never hesitates to jump in when necessary to make sure the project is finished properly. He is prompt for appointments and puts in the extra time to meet deadlines. Several adjustments had to be made during installation and he kept us well informed we are pleased with the results. I’ve noted several points above that leave me with positive memories. The completed and immaculate new athletic equipment system along with its work counters and modular cabinets will be my most positive memory.”

Kansas University
Texas A&M University

“Your team absolutely knocked it out of the park! We are very pleased with the high-quality work they did under challenging conditions. I will be contacting you around November/December of this year as we will need additional racks installed.”

Texas A&M University