Plastic fan
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HLU plastic fan – durable, efficient, corrosion-resistant
Expertise and experience since 1929
Our plastic fans are the heart of modern exhaust-air systems – engineered for the most demanding requirements in industry and research.
We are an experienced fan manufacturer with our own production facilities in Germany, supplying plastic fans for the most demanding requirements – energy-efficient, reliable and resistant to aggressive media. Whether laboratories, electroplating or the chemical industry: our solutions are synonymous with maximum safety, cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
In addition to our fans, we also provide a comprehensive range of components that are optimally compatible with each other. These include solutions for predictive maintenance with HLUsmartControl- modern C&I technology, measurement and control, sound protection measures, as well as dampers for regulating or shutting off airflows to maximise process reliability.
Our portfolio is complemented by accessories for our centrifugal, roof and axial fans such as inspection covers, pipe and duct parts and roof cowls – all made of corrosion-resistant plastic and ideally suited to demanding applications.
Product overview: plastic fans, accessories, components, maintenance and service
Why choose plastic fans from HLU?
Our plastic fans are characterised by:
High efficiencies – energy efficiency in line with the ErP Directive
Corrosion resistance to aggressive acids, alkalis and solvents
Safe handling of explosive media (ATEX version)
Project references – plastic fans
Laboratory exhaust air
Scope of supply: 25 centrifugal fans with frequency converters for outside installation
Air volume: between 1,000 and 20,000 m³/h
High-performance HF R 800-13 D
Scope of supply: 3 × HF R 800-13 D with FRP/CFRP hybrid impeller
Air volume: 3 x 50,000 m³/h
FRP fans
Scope of supply: 12 x HF R 1250-13 D | 4 x HF R 1120-13 D | 4 x HF R 900-13 D
Air volume: 12 × 80,000 m³/h | 4 × 70,000 m³/h | 4 × 45,000 m³/h
Centrifugal fan incl. HLU easyControl
Scope of supply: 4 x HF R 900-13 RF | 1 x HF R 560-13 RF with FRP impeller, belt drive and HLU easyControl sensor and control technology
Air volume: between 12,000 and 35,000 m³/h
Plastic fans suited to your application – these industries rely on HLU
Application areas for plastic fans
Our plastic fans are used wherever maximum corrosion resistance, process reliability and energy efficiency are required:
- Electroplating and surface treatment
- Chemical and pharmaceutical industry
- Food industry
- Semiconductor manufacturing and cleanroom technology
- Laboratory exhaust air and process air systems
- Water and wastewater engineering
- Biogas and composting
Further applications and sectors can be found here: our customer segments
Our range of services extends from compact solutions with just 20 m³ to powerful industrial fans with up to 200,000 m³.
Our products are designed to meet the specific needs of each application, ensuring efficiency, safety and durability.
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The most suitable plastic for your application
Thermoplastic – fibre-reinforced plastic – plastic-coated steel
Selecting the most suitable material is crucial for the lifetime and operational safety of a fan – particularly where aggressive or corrosive gases are involved. As specialists in plastic fans, HLU has built a broad material portfolio based on decades of experience.
The fans are manufactured from thermoplastics such as PEs, PPs, PE or PVC – depending on chemical and thermal loads.
For particularly demanding applications, we also manufacture housings and impellers from fibreglass reinforced plastic (FRP). We also use carbon fibre (CFRP) impellers, as well as coated steel impellers, which we can provide with chemically resistant coatings if required.
FRP and CFRP housings and impellers are manufactured at our own plant in Germany. In-house production ensures the highest quality and flexibility in implementing individual customer requirements.
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Material overview – properties of the plastics we use
Thermoplastic, fibre-reinforced plastic, plastic-coated steel
Materials – matched to your medium
Polyethylene | PE-el (electrically dissipative)
✓ Good resistance to inorganic acids
✓ High UV resistance
✓ Good low-temperature toughness
✓ Favourable price
Standard material for sintered housing
Flame-retardant, electrically dissipative polypropylene | PPs-el
✓ Good resistance to inorganic acids
✓ Suitable for ATEX Zone 1
Polyvinyl chloride | PVC
✓ Very good resistance to many chemicals (e.g. chromic acid, chlorine, ozone)
✓ Favourable price
✓ Can be bonded
Polyvinylidene fluoride | PVDF
✓ Very high chemical resistance
✓ High thermal resistance (up to 100 °C)
Polyethylene | PE
✓ Good resistance to inorganic acids
✓ High UV resistance
✓ Good low-temperature toughness
✓ Favourable price
Flame-retardant polyethylene | PEs
✓ Good resistance to inorganic acids
✓ High UV resistance
✓ Good low-temperature toughness
✓ Favourable price
Standard material for sintered housing
Polypropylene | PP
✓ Good resistance to inorganic acids
✓ Good mechanical strength
✓ Favourable price
Flame-retardant polypropylene | PPs
✓ Good resistance to inorganic acids
✓ Good mechanical strength
✓ Favourable price
Standard material for thermoplastic impellers
FRP housings and impellers | CFRP impellers
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FRP
✓ Corrosion-free in highly aggressive environments
✓ UV- and weather-resistant
✓ Long lifetime
✓ Cost-effective fibre-reinforced material
✓ Low specific weight
✓ Excellent strength-to-weight ratio
✓ No plastic deformation, high fatigue strength
✓ Self-extinguishing, non-dripping in the event of fire
✓ Resistant to cold and heat
✓ Available in an electrically conductive version for Zone 1
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Carbon fibre | CFRP
✓ Corrosion-free in highly aggressive environments, including hydrofluoric acid (HF)
✓ UV- and weather-resistant
✓ Long lifetime
✓ Very high tensile and compressive strength
✓ Low specific weight
✓ Excellent dynamic behaviour for very high peripheral speeds
✓ Self-extinguishing, non-dripping in the event of fire
✓ Resistant to cold and heat
✓ Available in an electrically conductive version for Zone 1
Steel impellers with coating
Thermosetting resins
Basis: phenolic resins, PF combinations
✓ Chemical resistance: pH range 1–13
✓ ATEX: electrically conductive version available for Ex Zone 1
Colours: green, grey, brown
Trade names: Zacosin® | Säkaphen® …
E-CTFE
Basis: fluoropolymer ethylene-chlorotrifluoroethylene
✓ Excellent resistance to many acids, alkalis, solvents and hydrofluoric acid (HF)
✓ Diffusion barrier
✓ Non-flammable
✓ High dielectric strength
Colours: grey, olive
Trade names: Halar®| E-TFE ultra+®| Safecoat 786® …
Hard rubber lining
Basis: elastomer natural rubber (NR)
✓ Long-term chemical resistance
✓ High diffusion resistance
✓ Durable mechanical load capacity
✓ Very good adhesion to the substrate
Colour: red-brown
Trade names: Chemonit 31® | Vulkodurit D3® | VHE 109® …
All materials are UV-stabilised and weather-resistant
UV and weather resistance of plastics
The download provides the certificate of UV and weather resistance for the plastics used by HLU.
Plastic material spectrum
The download provides an overview and further information on our wide range of material materials: thermoplastic | fibre-reinforced plastic | plastic-coated steel
The plastics used by HLU are characterised by high chemical resistance to a wide range of substances. Proven standard materials such as PPs or PE are used in many applications. Some applications, however, require detailed material testing – particularly with special media or stringent safety requirements.
We will be pleased to assess the suitability of the materials for your specific application.
To do so, please provide details of the type of application as well as the chemical composition and properties of the conveyed medium.
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Chemical resistance | SIMCHEM
When selecting a suitable material for a specific area of application, chemical resistance is often one of the most important criteria. “SIMCHEM ONLINE” offers comprehensive guidance on all questions relating to the chemical resistance of SIMONA materials. More than 4,500 media and commercial products are listed here. The database provides important guidance for your upcoming projects. It provides a basic assessment of whether a material is suitable for a specific application, as well as general information on how it can be processed. Changes due to new evaluations are possible at any time. Any liability claims of any kind are excluded.
HLU fans manufactured in Germany
Our quality – made in Germany
Our plastic fans and components are produced directly at our own manufacturing site – in central Hesse, at the Mücke-Atzenhain location.
This is where decades of experience are combined with state-of-the-art technology – for durable, energy-efficient products of the highest manufacturing quality.
At our site Ransbach-Baumbach in the Westerwald region. we manufacture technical components and plastic apparatus as well as FRP or CFRP housings and impellers – specifically for demanding industrial applications.
This secures specialised manufacturing expertise at all sites – and guarantees quality “made in Germany”.
As a fan manufacturer we provide:
- Planning, design. Manufacturing and maintenance from a single source
- Individual consultation and dedicated contacts
- Short response times
- Highest level of workmanship
- Certified quality and environmental management in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
Drawing on decades of experience in plastics processing, HLU is synonymous with long-lasting product quality.
Every fan is extensively tested on our in-house test rig prior to delivery – for documented performance, maximum operational safety and long-term customer satisfaction.
The test results are available at any time – transparent and traceable.
Plastic fans directly from the manufacturer – available quickly, reliable – since 1929
Reliability you can measure
Our forward-looking warehousing and efficient processes ensure short delivery times. This establishes us as a highly reliable partner for time-critical projects.
- 1,000 motors, 1,400 impellers and 800 housings in stock
- 96% delivery on time reliability (average 2024)
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Plastic fan: from selection to documentation – technology that impresses
Our plastic fans are the result of sophisticated technology, many years of practical experience and clear quality standards. HLU Select, our digital selection tool, is at the heart of our services. It enables the precise configuration of the right fan based on your specific requirements.
We provide partners and customers access to HLU Select – including training for optimal use and technical design.
Go to: HLU Select
The characteristic data of our fans is based on real measured values – for precise design and a reliable operating point.
A special plus: every fan is equipped with a QR code on the nameplate. This allows the individual data sheet of each device to be called up at any time – including operating manual, declaration of conformity and further technical documents.
Dimensional drawings and technical data are sent with the order confirmation. Documentation for the plastic fans is available in several languages.
Energy-efficient in accordance with the ErP Directive – fans for sustainable processes
Our plastic fans meet the requirements of EU Regulation No. 327/2011 implementing the ErP Directive (2009/125/EC). They have been specifically developed for energy-efficient operation and make an active contribution to CO₂ savings and reducing operating costs.
Advantages at a glance:
- High efficiencies thanks to aerodynamically optimised impellers (efficiency > 80 %)
- Compliance with the Ecodesign requirements for motors and fan units
- Eligible for funding: grants from BAFA and KfW possible
- Measurable efficiency: Verification of efficiency rating, electrical input power and noise emissions
Our fans are equipped with IE3 or IE4 motors, with optional EC technology (IE5) – for particularly efficient speed control in partial-load operation.
Learn more about our EC fans for energy-efficient applications here: To our plastic EC fans
We provide all required verifications and technical data for funding applications, including performance data, test reports and documentation, in line with the funding guidelines.
Maintenance, service & technical support for your plastic fans – individual & reliable
We are there for you even after commissioning: our service supports you with maintenance and upkeep.
Our responsibility does not end with delivery. Whether you require regular maintenance or prompt assistance with operational issues, our service team will provide support throughout the entire life cycle.
Find out more details relating to maintenance, inspection and preventive maintenance of HLU plastic fans here: Our services
Order fans, accessories & components directly online from the manufacturer
As well as customised solutions, we also offer many of our products for direct order – ideal for standard solutions.
A selection of plastic fans, matching accessories and ventilation components, all in proven HLU quality, can be found in the HLU Shop.
At your service worldwide
Our plastic fans are in operation worldwide – in research, industry and environmental engineering.
We deliver solution-driven products for international markets – reliably, on schedule and with individual support.
Whether in Germany or internationally, our experienced team and sales partners are on hand to offer you expert advice and individual support.
We are happy to help you!
Adrian Costiniuc
Head of International Sales,
Plastic fans and components
Christoph Reimers
Head of Sales Germany-South,
Plastic fans and components
Sarah Di Cicco
Head of Sales Germany-North,
Plastic fans and components
