We’re forecast to have record high temperatures this summer. Beat the heat and have your fans ready!
The summer months are upon us and with that comes the infamous +30° temperatures that we Australians’ know all too well. There is no doubt that our HVLS fans get some downtime during the winter months. But with summer fast approaching, it's time to start preparing for the heat. Heat stress is a common issue for employees working in the industrial industry. Statistics have found that in the last 10 years there have been 1774 workers compensation claims concerning heat related issues. It is critical that your fan is ready to keep your employees productive, healthy and safe.
Here is a little checklist to ensure your fan is ready!
Give it a test run
One of the most important and easiest ways to ensure your fan is ready for summer, is to give it a test run. Turn your fan(s) on and test the variable speeds. While our fans are built to withstand the harsh environments of a warehouse and the need for repairs is unlikely; there is no better time than now, to test your fan and make sure it is at optimal performance.
Book a preventative maintenance service
At Big Ass Fans we believe that even the biggest and toughest fans need a little love.
We highly recommend booking in for quarterly or biannually maintenance service. As the name suggests, these services are to prevent your fan experiencing any issues and needing repair during the months you need it most.
The process is simple. Book a service straight through our website, which will be directly booked into one of our Big Ass Fans technicians. Our experienced technicians will conduct a 30-point inspection and give your fans a detailed clean. Cleaning your fan is an essential step for getting your fan ready for summer. Without proper cleaning, you are compromising the air quality that your workers are exposed to. With dust being circulated around, there is a greater risk to their health and wellbeing; and so on, their productivity is reduced.
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To ensure that there are no unforeseen issues with your fan during the summer months, book in a Preventative Maintenance Service below.
Improve your cooling solution
There have been significant changes to the legal requirements around keeping your employees cool while at work. Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations now state that there must be sufficient ventilation, where employees can still carry out their work tasks without risks to their health and safety. Employees working in 32 degree heat are seen to have a 14.3% productivity loss, which clearly signifies the importance of implementing a cooling solution.
Don't ignore the importance of having a high powered fan in your facility. Reach out to our airflow experts to come out to do a free site visit. They’ll be able to give a detailed analysis on your space and develop a custom solution, tailored to your facility.
The countdown to summer is on! Make sure your fans are ready to cool your employees.
