Big Ass Fans is making waves—air waves, that is—with its 12- to 20-foot diameter Element fan that delivers energy efficient, silent, and maintenance-free operation for all types of hospitality properties including hotel lobbies, ballrooms, restaurants, and casinos. Element works in conjunction with existing HVAC systems—a more cost-effective method of cooling areas and forming better air circulation while also improving the comfort of guests and employees. Efficiency goes far and beyond with this fan—just one 12-foot diameter Element fan moves more air than 36 standard ceiling fans and at only a quarter of the operating cost.

The design of Element allows it to recirculate heated air that is trapped at the ceiling back down to the floor in the cooler months and provides the first stage of cooling in the warmer months. Then the air conditioning can be activated to maintain humidity control and provide additional cooling when high temperatures warrant the need for air conditioning. The result—the startup of the HVAC system can often be delayed by several weeks in mild climates, further delaying operating costs. Element provides such a large amount of air movement, that it can be used to help distribute the air from the HVAC system year round, which can significantly reduce the amount of ductwork required in the building and lower overall energy consumption of the HVAC system.