The European Commission has recently adopted new rules that aim to significantly reduce the energy consumption of industrial fans, replacing regulations that had been in place since 2011. The updated measures cover a diverse range of fan types, sizes, and applications, from industrial processes to HVAC systems in larger buildings. These changes are designed to lower energy costs, encourage the production of more efficient, durable, and readily repairable products, and provide a competitive edge for manufacturers in the market.Effective from June 2026, the new regulations apply to fans driven by motors with an electric input power between 125W and 500kW, a category explicitly defined as ‘industrial fans’ to distinguish them from smaller household units. The regulations introduce revised energy efficiency thresholds to ensure that only the most energy-efficient fans meeting contemporary standards will be available on the market. This update also includes enhanced information requirements on fan performance at part load, allowing for optimized energy use through smarter system design. The overarching goals are not only to lower electricity usage but also to generate significant cost savings for consumers and businesses over time.
