New Energy Star Ceiling Fan is Over 300% More Efficient!

Having been in the ceiling fan business for over 20 years, it is rare that a new ceiling fan gets me excited. But while researching the efficiency ratings of the latest introductions this year, one model clearly stood out among all others. The Midway Eco from Emerson Electric, which is an impressive new Energy Star Ceiling Fan that is Over 300% More Efficient than other fans. This represents a major breakthrough in ceiling fan performance and technology, setting a new standard for energy efficient ceiling fans.

Emerson developed an entirely new motor for the Midway Eco Ceiling Fans called the "EcoMotor TM". The EcoMotor TM uses up to 75% less energy compared to other ceiling fans. The blades have an airfoil shape for better aerodynamics and move up to 40% more air than typical fan blades. The built-in light uses four 13 watt fluorescent lamps to provide maximum illumination at a very low wattage.

With these new innovations, the Emerson Midway Eco far surpassed the Energy Star testing requirements established by the EPA. As a matter of fact, the test results prove it to be over 3 times (or 300%) more energy efficient than any other Energy Star ceiling fans with lights. This means that the Midway Eco will move substantially more air while using a fraction of the electricity making it the ultimate choice for energy conscious consumers who wish to reduce their carbon footprint.

Although Emerson does not claim that the Midway Eco is 300% more efficient than other fans, I made this observation myself after reviewing the test results published by the EPA, for ALL Energy Star Ceiling Fans with lights.

In order for any ceiling fan to be Energy Star qualified, it must meet EPA standards for quality and durability. But most important, it must undergo a standardized testing procedure adopted by the EPA to calculate the efficiency of the fan. During the test, sensors measure the CFMs (Cubic Feet per Minute) of airflow the fan produces while recording the amount of electricity it consumes.

The efficiency rating is calculated by dividing the CFMs produced by the Watts consumed (CFM/WATTS). This information is labeled on the fan packaging of every Energy Star ceiling fan giving consumers a standardized way of comparing the performance between different models. For such a comparison is critical for those who are energy conscious. As you will see in the data below, there are substantial differences in the efficiency ratings of many Energy Star ceiling fans.

The data that I used to perform my analysis is published by the EPA and can be found at www.energystar.gov. If you wish to confirm my observations, download the spreadsheet under Ceiling Fans with Light Kits named "ceiling_fan_with_lightkit_prod_list.xls".

Here are my findings based that data:

There are 126 Energy Star ceiling fans in total, which represents all of the various finishes available for each model. I removed the finish variations to get to the actual base models since each finish is just a duplicate of the actual fan. This brought the total down to 33 Energy Star qualified ceiling fans with lights available in the USA from all brands combined.

The table below represents my findings sorted by the most efficient to the least efficient. The Emerson Midway Eco is at the top with an efficiency rating of 620.20 CFM/Watt on Low Speed, 476.6 CFM/Watt on Medium and 289.0 CFM/Watt on High.

Ceiling Fan Efficiency data for ALL Energy Star ceiling fans with lights as of 6/15/2009

*Represents the Emerson Midway Eco

Rank LOW MED HIGH

1 620.20 476.60 289.00* (The Midway Eco)

2 192.00 149.10 114.5

3 177.00 144.00 113.00

4 161.07 136.70 106.3

5 211.74 131.74 93.66

6 211.74 131.74 93.66

7 211.74 131.74 93.66

8 211.74 131.74 93.66

9 211.74 131.74 93.66

10 211.74 131.74 93.66

11 163.34 116.29 92.94

12 176.23 123.52 92.46

13 157.16 118.66 92.25

14 164.62 120.26 90.98

15 179.36 128.82 90.97

16 166.06 123.36 90.69

17 161.75 117.53 89.43

18 161.75 117.53 89.43

19 158.38 119.85 89.04

20 163.86 115.18 85.19

21 159.32 114.94 85.00

22 159.32 114.94 85.00

23 169.49 117.75 84.94

24 157.68 122.74 82.93

25 174.46 126.12 81.49

26 155.00 107.00 77.00

27 160.82 116.00 76.06

28 177.00 121.00 76.00

29 155.00 103.00 76.00

30 156.00 111.00 76.00

31 156.00 111.00 76.00

32 165.00 116.00 75.00

33 156.00 112.00 75.00

Author: Greg Tillotson
Chief Editor for hansenwholesale.com

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Resources:

Hansen Wholesale Energy Star Ceiling Fans.

Product details for the Midway Eco Ceiling Fan.

U.S. EPA Requirements for Ceiling Fans.

Energy Star Ceiling Fans - Saving Money, Quiet Motors And Top Efficiency!

There are many reasons to install ceiling fans in your home, not the least of which is the money you will save on your home's heating and cooling bills. Energy efficient fans are one of the best things you can put in your home. They keep your home cool and use far less energy than an air conditioner.

About Energy Star

Energy Star is a program that was started by the US government that was designed to promote consumer products that are energy efficient. It has an easily recognized logo.

History

This program was started in 1992 by the Environmental Protection Agency with help by John S Hoffman. It was designed to be a means of reducing the consumption of energy and the emissions of green house gases by the power plants. It start out as a voluntary program that was used to label products that were considered to be energy efficient and has been extended to office equipment, home electronics, lighting and major appliances. It is even applied to some homes and commercial buildings.

Purpose of Energy efficient brand

The Energy Star program has been used to promote the saving of energy and the reduction of green house gases. There are many incentives to using Energy efficient products, not the least of which is the money you will save on utility bills. The environmental benefits are nothing to sneeze at either.

Kits

One of the best ways to make sure that you have Energy efficient fans in your home is to buy the Energy Star rated lighting kit and install it on your fans. This can save you money in that you can retrofit your already installed fans instead of having to go out and shop for new fans. The energy star kit has been proven to cut the amount of energy used by your ceiling fan in half.

Choosing

Choosing the right fans for your home is very important and you should always make sure that the fans you buy are energy efficient ceiling fans. These fans are better for the environment and better for your pocket book. The fan is just as effective as a non-Energy efficient fan, but you have the added bonus of helping the environment and saving money.

Ceiling fans in general can help save money on the heating and cooling costs of your home. Energy Star fans, however, not only keep your home's temperature regulated, they also save you money and cut down on the amount of energy your home uses by quite a bit. When you are shopping for your fan, in addition to looking at cost and style, you should make sure that you are looking for the Energy Star logo. If you have fans already installed in your home, you can buy Energy efficient kits to turn them into energy star ceiling fans.

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Ceiling Fan Buying Guide: All About Energy Star Rated Ceiling Fans

Buying a ceiling fan for your home can be an experience fraught with anxiety and uncertainty if you haven't taken the time to educate yourself about making a good purchase. There are many considerations to take into account from deciding upon a traditional or contemporary style, indoor or outdoor fan, to determining the proper for your room and more. Besides factoring in the actual cost of your purchase, have you taken time to consider ongoing energy or environmental costs? Whether you're really into environmental sustainability or simply interested in saving a few dollars on your electricity bill, energy star rated appliances are definitely the way to go!

When beginning your search, check for models with special Energy Star qualified ratings. Energy Star rated fans have earned a reputation as over 50% more efficient than traditional models. In addition, these appliances also improve room flow air circulation through the use of innovative motor and blade designed. In terms of calculating savings into dollars, you can expect to save about anywhere from $15-$45 in comparison to regular ceiling fans. A savings of $15-$45 may not seem like much at first, but multiply those savings by every single ceiling fan in your home and you can easily save quite a bit of money.

There are a few considerations you want to keep in mind before buying any fan for your home. Choosing the right size is absolutely critical to accruing the reported savings over time. Why? Ceiling fans are designed to circulate air, producing a cool, comfortable breeze. A model with blades that are too small in comparison to the size of the room means that the air flow in the room cannot be circulated efficiently. Choosing a model that's too small with compromise energy efficiency and any savings you hope to earn over time.

Many people do not realize it but energy star rated ceiling fans are designed to meet very specific guidelines set forth as industry standards and are backed by the government standards for energy efficiency. These products are designed to save energy all the while maintaining optimal performance. Industry standards also state that all energy star qualified fans have the ability to be used year-round by reversing the motor and airflow direction. If you're in the market for a ceiling fan with light kit, be sure to look for those that are energy star rated as well. These light kits are designed to be long-lasting, avoiding frequent bulb changes.

Whether you're into environmental sustainability or simply interested in saving a few dollars on your electricity bill, Energy Star rated fans are definitely the way to go! Please visit our website to preview our selection of energy efficient fans and check out our savings on contemporary styles and models: Contemporary Outdoor Ceiling Fans.