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The Royal League in ventilation, control and drive technology

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Flexible, economical and eco-friendly
 ZAplus –
the modern air feed method

Bionic FE2owlet blade

+ multifunctional fan housing
+ reliable ECblue or AC drive
= your advantage in terms of efficiency for every application

The ZAplus housing allows an optimal air feed, which was deve- On the pressure side, the volume flow rate of an axial fan gen-
loped using CFD (the most up-to-date flow simulations). The erally contains a high rotating flow proportion, which is disad-
housing was produced by means of high performance composite vantageous for efficient and low-noise operation. ZAplus pos-
injection moulding. The production process ensures the exact sesses guide vanes and a short diffusor to counteract this flow
reproducibility of all shapes. On the suction side, the air feed is behaviour resulting in a consistently noticeable improvement in
decisive for optimal fan operation. The well-known FE2owlet blade performance data and acoustics.
design and ZAplus nozzle interact in perfect harmony.

Advantage in terms of performance Advantage in terms of assembly/processing

▪ More air power ▪ Wider application area

▪ Reduction in operating costs ▪ Optimal handling
▪ Short payback period ▪ No sharp edges
▪ Reduced and redirected sound emission ▪ Lighter than conventional units
▪ Meets the highest demands with regard to UV stability ▪ Highest level of stability, since nozzle and mounting are
and durability produced from one piece
▪ Extension possible thanks to extensive accessories ▪ Protected cable guide
(diffusor, heating tape, control engineering and much more) ▪ Optimum corrosion protection
▪ Installable in 4 versions, depending on whether it is
Advantage in terms of environmental protection a pressure or suction application: On-top, semi-flattop,
flattop or with Q-plate
▪ No transport packaging ▪ Double-sided flange
▪ 100% speed controllable ▪ As standard for both airflow directions
▪ ErP2020 compliant, also with regard to AC technology
▪ Acoustic upward directivity
▪ Simple retrofitting of existing systems (RETRO-FIT)

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 Unique advantages –
convincing performance

ZAplus will increase the performance of your devices.

In addition to the initial equipment, ZAplus can be easily Existing end devices can be kept in use thanks to a simple
retrofitted. Fan systems with ZAplus offer, depending on fan replacement. Also in light of global warming, existing
requirements: systems can be upgraded with ZAplus systems in order
to meet new requirements. An appropriate flange on the light
▪ More air handling capacity with the same area ZAplus housing makes the conversion fast and uncomplicated.
▪ The same air handling capacity with significantly reduced
power consumption and noise generation

Fan acoustics are improved, with an additional upward

directivity reducing the horizontal acoustic pressure. ErP guideline
Fan systems with ZAplus are available with conven- The ErP guideline valid in Europe is to be complied with
tional AC motors and highly efficient ECblue motors. beyond the year 2020, also with regard to AC technology!
For both variants ZIEHL-ABEGG offers solutions for all areas
of application.
Savings [%]

Without ZAplus
With ZAplus
Savings with ZAplus
Savings [%]

Fan characteristic
Without ZAplus curve without ZAplus
Fan
With characteristic curve with ZAplus
ZAplus
Savings
Savings with ZAplus
with ZAplus

Advantage in terms of performance

▪ More air power

▪ Reduction in operating costs
▪ Short payback period
▪ Horizontal acoustic pressure significantly reduced
▪ Meets the highest demands with regard to UV ZAplus
stability and durability
▪ Extension possible thanks to extensive accessories
(diffusor, heating tape, control engineering and
much more)

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All-purpose –
efficiently designed

ZAplus is the right choice for RETRO-FIT projects.

Energy-related improvements have become a global trend. ZAplus offers a flange on both sides, and can thus be used
Also on account of more stringent environmental guide- for both airflow directions as standard. In many cases, one
lines, existing systems are being increasingly converted fan in stock can be used for numerous devices saving time
to enable further potential years of operation. ZAplus systems and money. Fans with ZAplus can continue to be assembled
are ideally suited for such purposes. Lower weight ensures in four variants: On-top, semi-flattop, flattop, Q-plate, thus
easy handling during conversion. Efficiency levels of fans providing devices with every design option possible.
achieve the desired result.

3, 2, 1, … it's all done!

▪ Remove old fans and cut out hole circle. ZAplus

▪ If the complete housing wall is removed, ZAplus can be
delivered including square wall ring plate.
▪ Bolt the ZAplus system to the housing in just a few steps.
▪ Pull the connecting lead through the cable duct and wire
it on the motor.
▪ Assemble protective grille if required. Done.

Advantage in terms of assembly/processing

▪ Wider application area

▪ Optimal handling
▪ No sharp edges
▪ Lighter than conventional units
▪ Highest level of stability, since nozzle and
mounting are produced from one piece
▪ Protected cable guide
▪ Optimum corrosion protection
▪ Installable in 4 versions, depending on whether it is
a pressure or suction application: On-top, semi-flattop,
flattop or with Q-plate
▪ Double-sided flange
▪ As standard for both airflow directions

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 ZAplus –
pays off

Low consumption + long service life = long-term savings!

Savings Durability
Operating costs make up over 90% of the total product life Every product development undergoes an extensive approval
costs of a system. Thanks to the high efficiency levels of fans, process at ZIEHL-ABEGG, which includes the following pro-
system operating costs are significantly reduced. cesses:

Example calculation: Development phase

▪ Strength calculation
Device Condenser ▪ FEM analysis and Moldflow simulation
Pressure loss 110 Pa ▪ Tests under laboratory conditions
Volume flow rate 25,000 m³/h ▪ Resistance to cold according to DIN EN 60068-2-1 at -40°C
▪ Heat resistance according to DIN EN 60068-2-2 up to +80°C
Standard fan frame size 800 mm, EC technology ▪ Temperature change according to DIN EN 60068-2-14 from
Speed 1,101 rpm -40°C to +65°C
Power consumption 2,536 W ▪ Shock load according to DIN EN 60068-2-27
Acoustic power 85.7 dB ▪ Vibration load according to ISO 14694

ZAplus fan frame size 800 mm, EC technology Post-development

Speed 1,033 rpm ▪ Endurance tests in free field conditions
Power consumption 2,032 W (outdoor installation) for at least 2 years
Acoustic power 83.8 dB ▪ Accelerated life tests in normal conditions
▪ Accelerated life tests in extreme conditions
A saving of 504 watts Cold test bench – Switzerland, Schildhorn at an altitude of
at 0.20 EUR/kWh 2,970 m Heat test bench – Turkey, Istanbul at an altitude
at 6,000 operating hours/year of 40 m
= 604.80 EUR/year/fan

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Eco-friendly
and sustainable

Protects the environment over the entire life cycle.

The high system efficiency levels of ZAplus systems ensure Transport takes place without repackaging. This has a twofold
low energy requirements, thus protecting the environment - on positive effect: due to a reduction in cardboard boxes and
a daily basis. Legal requirements concerning environmental faster handling during delivery and assembly.
protection and stipulated minimum efficiency levels are easily
met with ZAplus systems. In this way, systems can be globally Fans with ZAplus are virtually 100% recyclable. The housing
equipped to be future-proof. and most of the fan can be completely recycled.

ZAplus protects the environment also in terms of transport,

storage and assembly. Its lighter weight compared to conven-
tional fans facilitates storage and transport.

Eco-friendly and safe dispatch, without cardboard boxes

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 Ventilation systems by perfection

A wide variety of application areas, successfully tested ZAplus systems can be used in a wide
variety of ventilation system applications. Since the market launch, application areas where they
have proved successful include the following:

1 Agriculture 2 Transformers 3 4 Refrigeration and

air-conditioning systems
▪ Stall ventilation ▪ Radiator cooling ▪ Condensers/chillers
▪ Stall air circulation ▪ Oil coolers ▪ Evaporators/blast freezers
▪ Air purifier ▪ Fan heaters
▪ Greenhouses ▪ Ventilation systems
▪ Dr ying technology ▪ Wall fans
▪ Storage ▪ Tubular fans
▪ Heat pumps

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 Accessories for ZAplus –
We don't believe in impossible

Special applications require special equipment. Fan systems with ZAplus can be expanded with special
accessories for special purposes. Simple to assemble and in the accustomed high ZIEHL-ABEGG quality.

Diffusor Square wall ring Heating tape

ZAplus+ plate

Even more volume flow rate in 1:1 exchange of existing Prevents head gap icing-up
the lower pressure range Q-plates

▪ Easy assembly at the place of ▪ Compatible solution for standard ▪ UL certified

operation wall ring plates ▪ Optionally with insulating shell
▪ Low transport costs ▪ High-performance composite ▪ Easy to retrofit
▪ Sheet metal, coated, black material, black ▪ Protection class IP54
▪ Retrofittable, screwed to ZAplus ▪ UV-resistant ▪ UV-resistant
▪ Increased air handling capacity ▪ Corrosion-resistant
Savings [%]

▪ Acoustic upward directivity

▪ UV-resistant

Fan characteristic curve without ZAplus

Fan characteristic curve with ZAplus
Fan characteristic curve with ZAplus+
Savings with ZAplus
Savings with ZAplus+
Savings [%]

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Finger Completed Cable/plug
protection terminal box

Safety according to the For special installation Plug & Blow

standards situations

▪ High corrosion protection thanks ▪ Aluminium or plastic ▪ Fast start-up

to powder-coated steel or stain- ▪ Protection class IP65 ▪ Individual cable lengths
less steel ▪ Coating on request ▪ Protected cable guide
▪ Optionally for suction or pressure (not shown in the picture)
side
▪ Compliant with
DIN EN ISO 13857:2008

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