PIN 6FLS-B3-090417-n.doc

September 8, 2009

GSA Heartland Region

PRE-INVITATION NOTICE/MARKET-SURVEY

The General Services Administration (GSA), FAS, Heartland Supply Operation Center - QSDKAC, offers the following National Stock Numbers for your review. (NOTE – It has not yet been determined whether these items will be a total small business set aside).

SOLICITATION NO.: 6FLS-B3-090417-N

FSC: 4110

COMMODITY: Circulating Fans and Drinking Dispensers CONTRACT TYPE: 1 Year Stock, Negotiated, Fixed Price with an Economic Price Adjustment

CONTRACT PERIOD: 08/1/2010 through 07/31/2012 (with 3 one year options)

NUMBER OF ITEMS: Ten (10) (see attached descriptions)

SURVEY DUE DATE: October 8, 2009 The Item Purchase Descriptions (IPDs) are attached for your review. We request that you please take a few moments to complete the questionnaire concerning this procurement. Your comments are important to us, pro or con. Information on where to obtain any of the special documents contained in this survey is listed on page 2. If drawings are needed, they are available upon request from the Contract Specialist listed below.

AFTER REVIEWING THE DESCRIPTIONS, YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO PLEASE SUBMIT ANY CONCERNS, DISCREPANCIES, QUESTIONS, COMMENTS, ETC. TO HELP ENHANCE THE QUALITY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF THIS PROCUREMENT. GSA WOULD LIKE TO RESOLVE AS MANY CONCERNS AS POSSIBLE BEFORE ISSUANCE OF THE SOLICITATION.

If you are interested in submitting an offer, please complete the questionnaire and return it with your response. Your input will be used in an effort to improve and expand the competitive procurement process.

For further information or if you have any questions, please call Loretta Martin at (816) 823-1721. Please return the questionnaire to the address below or fax to 816/926-3678 or my email address – Loretta. Martin@gsa.gov

GSA, Heartland Supply Operation Center 1500 East Bannister Rd.

Kansas City, MO 64131

Attn.: Loretta Martin (QSDKAC-B3)

THE DESCRIPTIONS LISTED IN THIS SOLICITATION MAY CONTAIN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS. IF ANY ARE NEEDED, THEY CAN BE REQUESTED BY CALLING OR WRITING TO THE ADDRESSES LISTED BELOW, OR BY ACCESSING THE WEBSITE.

AFTER REVIEWING THIS PRESOLICITATION NOTICE, PLEASE INFORM GSA IF YOU PLAN TO RESPOND TO THE SOLICITATION WHEN IT APPEARS ON FEDERAL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES (WWW.FBO.GOV).

NSN

1. Vendor Survey Questionnaire

2. Schedule of NSNs

NSN

Last Price Paid

1. 4110-00-203-0565 Sun Technical.; $124.00/EA

2. 4110-00-203-2706 Sun Technical.; $476.00/EA

3. 4110-00-255-8760 Construction Resources; $496.00/EA

4. 4140-00-256-9912 Lasko Products.; $20.98/EA

5. 4140-00-833-5068 Lasko Products.; .; $112.41/EA

6. 4140-00-851-9319 Lasko Products.; $24.54/EA

7. 4140-00-961-5480 Lasko Products.; .; $36.70/EA

8. 4140-01-278-1527 Lasko Products.; .; $166.56/EA

9. 4140-01-278-3874 Lasko Products.; $149.72/EA

10. 4140-01-416-4898 Lasko Products.; $ 8.19/EA

CONTRACTOR SURVEY QUESTIONAIRE

6FLS-B3-090417-N

PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY

1. Company Name: ___________________________________ Address: ______________________________

Telephone No.: ______________________________ Point of Contact: ______________________________ E-Mail Address: ______________________________ Website: ______________________________

2. Are you a LARGE _____ or SMALL _____ business?

3. Are you a MANUFACTURER _____ or a DEALER _____?

**Please specify if you are manufacturer of some items and a dealer for others.

4. If you are a DEALER, would you be supplying items from a SMALL MANUFACTURER _________Or LARGE MANUFACTURER _____________.

**Please specify if you would be supplying items from both a small and large manufacturer.

5. If you are a DEALER and would be using a SMALL MANUFACTURER, please indicate the name of your manufacturer(s) (and for which item) __________________________________________________________

6. Are these commodities commercially manufactured and distributed? YES _____ NO _____

7. Are ALL these commodities manufactured in the USA? YES _______

NO _______

If no, what country (and which items)? _______________________

8. Who/Where is your PRODUCTION POINT for these commodities?

Company Name: _______________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________

County: ____________________Phone No.__________________ Contact: ____________________

9. If you are a DEALER, do you have storage space to accommodate a large volume?

YES _____NO _____

10. If you are a MANUFACTURER, do you have the production capacity to manufacture a large volume? YES _____ NO _____ If "NO", why? _______________________

11. Are you aware of any functionally equivalent item(s) that would meet our requirements?

YES _____ NO _______ If "YES", indicate manufacturer and part number and provide any descriptive literature. __________________________________________________

12. Do you currently have the capability to manufacture the required items in accordance with the specifications cited in the IPD? Yes _____ NO _____

13. Can you produce products that meet the requirements specified in the IPD?

YES _____ NO _____ If "NO", what requirements do you not meet?

14. Do you believe compliance with the cited specification requirements insures a quality product to the customer? YES _____ NO _____

15. Do you know of any other firms that have successfully produced products that meet the requirements of this PIN market survey? YES_____ NO______

16. Would you submit an offer to GSA for these commodities? YES ____ NO ____

If no (which ones), and please tell us why. ________________________________________________________________________

17. What is your best / realistic delivery time for each of the items?

1. ___________

2. ___________

3. ___________

4. ___________

5. ___________

6. ___________

7. ___________

8. ____________

9. ____________

10. _____________

18. Would FOB destination be a problem for you? YES_____ NO_____ If yes, why?

19. What is the minimum quantity per order you are willing to accept?_______

20. What is the minimum dollar value per order you are willing to accept?_______

21. What is the maximum dollar value you are willing to accept? ________

22. At what quantity would the Government would receive a better price?

Item # NSN Qty____

1. 5180-00-054-7505 _______

2. 5180-00-288-6567 _______

3. 5180-00-333-3266 _______

4. 5180-00-357-7514 _______

5. 5180-00-799-8860 _______

6. 5180-00-935-0736 _______

7. 5180-00-935-0737 _______

8. 5180-00-935-0738 _______

9. 5180-01-368-3526 _______

23. If the cited specification(s) or item description(s) are not acceptable. What specification(s) or item description(s) would you utilize? Please be specific and as detailed as possible.

(Attach a separate sheet if more space is required)________________________________

24. If you are a manufacturer and you do not plan to offer on this procurement, please provide the names and phone numbers of some of your distributors who may be interested in offering:

25. Is 30 days a reasonable amount of time for you to submit an offer for this procurement? Yes______ No _______

If no, how many days is reasonable? _________

26. Are you willing to accept a backup contract if you do not get the primary award? Yes_____No______

27. Would you like to be notified by email once the solicitation is posted on FedBizOpps? Email address:__________________________________________________________

PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

DUNS Number ______________________

Tax Identification Number ______________________

SMALL__________ LARGE ___________

DEALER_________ DEALER_________

MANUFACTURER_________ MANUFACTURER_________

The EPMR is Estimated Peak Monthly Requirement. This is normally the largest monthly order quantity to be expected by the vendor during the term of the contract. It is normally an arbitrary number that can amount to a few months demand due to the flux of monthly demand for items throughout the year.

The number in parenthesis under the EPMR is the estimated number of expected orders for each depot over the course of the base 24 months (2 years) of the contract. The estimated 2 yr requirement is the estimated 2 yr requirement for each depot.

ITEM PURCHASE DESCRIPTION 6FLS-B3-090417-N

1. 4110-00-203-0565 UI: EA

DISPENSER, DRINKING WATER, MECHANICALLY COOLED:

DESCRIPTION

This description covers bottled water coolers that employ a bottle for storing the water supply to be cooled. It utilizes a faucet(s) for filling glasses, cups or other containers, and includes a waste water receptacle.

Salient Characteristics:

Class - 115 volts, 60 Hertz, single phase

Style - Free standing

Size - 0.95 gallons per hour minimum draw off capacity.

Air Cooled - The water dispenser shall be air cooled.

Compressor and motor - The compressor and motor shall be hermetically sealed. It shall be furnished with a minimum of one self closing cold faucet.

Water Bottle - The water bottle shall not be furnished.

Electrical - The water cooler shall have a 2 conductor with ground electrical cord with a NEMA configuration of 5-15P.

Lead free requirements - The water dispenser shall be lead free in accordance with "THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AS AMENDED BY THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AMENDMENTS OF 1986 (PUBLIC LAW 99-339, JUNE 19,1986)." Acceptable evidence of compliance shall be the contractor's certification that the drinking water dispenser meets the Safe Drinking Water Act."

Listing - The water coolers shall be in accordance with the requirements of the Air-Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute (ARI) Standard No. 1010 - Standard for Drinking Fountains and Self Contained Mechanically Refrigerated Drinking Water Coolers. Evidence that the water coolers meet the requirements of ARI Standard 1010 shall be a listing in the Directory of Certified Drinking-Water Coolers sponsored and administered by ARI, a letter from ARI furnished by the company confirming the certification status of the water cooler models, or a telephone confirmation from ARI confirming the status of the water cooler models.

Safety - The water coolers shall be in accordance with Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) standard No. 399. Acceptable evidence of meeting the requirements of this standard shall be a test report from a nationally recognized testing laboratory recognized by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration under Appendix A to 29 CFR 1910.7 that the water cooler has been tested to the applicable requirements of the UL standard.

Installation Instructions - A set of complete and accurate installation instructions shall be packed with each drinking water dispenser.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

2. 4110-00-203-2706 UI: EA

DISPENSER, DRINKING WATER, MECHANICALLY COOLED:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers the requirements for a bubbler type, pressure water cooler. The water cooler utilizes a valve to control the flow of water, as a projected stream from a bubbler, so that the water may be consumed without utilizing glasses or cups.

Salient Characteristics:

Class - 115 volts, 60 Hertz, single phase

Style - Free Standing

Size - 9.5 gallons per hour minimum draw off capacity; Bubbler type pressure water cooler; Hermetically sealed refrigeration system, water cooled.

Cooling - The water dispenser shall be water cooled.

Compressor - The motor-compressor assembly shall be hermetically sealed.

Faucet - The dispenser shall be furnished with a self closing bubbler.

Electric Cord - The class 1 water cooler shall have a 2 conductor with ground electrical cord with a NEMA plug configuration of 5-15P.

Listing - The class 1 water cooler shall be in accordance with the requirements of Air-Conditioning Refrigeration Institute (ARI) Standard No. 1010 - Standard For Drinking Fountains and Self Contained Mechanically Refrigerated Drinking Water Coolers. Acceptable evidence that the bubbler style drinking water dispensers meet the requirements of ARI Standard 1010 shall be a listing in the Directory of Certified Drinking Water Coolers sponsored and administered by ARI, letter from ARI furnished by the company confirming the certification status of the water coolers, or a telephone confirmation from ARI confirming the status of the water cooler models.

Safety - The class 1 water coolers shall be in accordance with the Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Standard No. 399. Acceptable evidence of meeting the requirements of UL 399 shall be a test report from a nationally recognized testing laboratory recognized by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration under Appendix A to 29 CFR 1910.7 indicating that the water dispenser has been tested to the applicable requirements of the UL standard.

Dimensions - For free standing drinking water dispensers, the height of the bubbler outlet shall be between 33 inches and 44 inches from the floor. The depth and width shall be 25-1/2 inches or less.

Lead Free Requirement - The water dispenser shall be lead free in accordance with "THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AS AMENDED BY THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AMENDMENTS OF 1986 ( PUBLIC LAW 99-339, JUNE 19, 1986 ). Acceptable evidence of compliance shall be the contractor's certification that the drinking water dispenser meets the Safe Drinking Water Act.

Installation Instructions - A complete and accurate set of installation instructions shall be packed with each drinking water dispenser.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

3. 4110-00-255-8760 UI: EA

DISPENSER, DRINKING WATER, MECHANICALLY COOLED:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers the requirements for a bubbler type pressure water cooler that utilizes a valve to control the flow of water as a projected stream from a bubbler so that the water may be consumed without using glasses or cups

Salient Characteristics:

Class - 115 volts, 60 Hertz, single phase

Style - Free Standing

Size - 9.5 gallons per hour minimum draw off capacity

Cooling - The water dispenser shall be air cooled.

Compressor - The motor-compressor assembly shall be hermetically sealed.

Faucet - The dispenser shall be furnished with a self closing bubbler.

Electric Cord - The class 1 water cooler shall have a 2 conductor with ground electrical cord with a NEMA plug configuration of 5-15P.

Listing - The class 1 water cooler shall be in accordance with the requirements of Air-Conditioning Refrigeration Institute (ARI) Standard No. 1010 - Standard For Drinking Fountains and Self Contained Mechanically Refrigerated Drinking Water Coolers. Acceptable evidence that the bubbler style drinking water dispensers meet the requirements of ARI Standard 1010 shall be a listing in the Directory of Certified Drinking Water Coolers sponsored and administered by ARI, letter from ARI furnished by the company confirming the certification status of the water coolers, or a telephone confirmation from ARI confirming the status of the water cooler models.

Safety - The class 1 water coolers shall be in accordance with the Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Standard No. 399. Acceptable evidence of meeting the requirements of UL 399 shall be a test report from a nationally recognized testing laboratory recognized by the Occupational Health and Safety Administration under Appendix A to 29 CFR 1910.7 indicating that the water dispenser has been tested to the applicable requirements of the UL standard.

Lead Free Requirement - The water dispenser shall be lead free in accordance with "THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AS AMENDED BY THE SAFE DRINKING WATER ACT AMENDMENTS OF 1986 ( PUBLIC LAW 99-339, JUNE 19, 1986 ). Acceptable evidence of compliance shall be the contractor's certification that the drinking water dispenser meets the Safe Drinking Water Act.

Installation Instructions - A complete and accurate set of installation instructions shall be packed with each drinking water dispenser.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

4. 4140-00-256-9912 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers a desk/floor standing and wall mounted oscillating fan with a blade diameter of 12 inches.

The fan shall conform to the following design and performance characteristics:

Plug Style - North America

Blade Diameter - 12 inches, +/-1/2 inch

Air Capacity - 2000 Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) minimum

Power Consumption - 65 Watts maximum

Voltage Rating - 120 Volts AC +/-10% at 60 Hertz +5%, Single Phase

Salient Characteristics:

Design and construction - The fan covered by this technical description shall include a base, blade assembly, fan guard, motor, oscillating mechanisms, switches, cable assembly, and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete and functional product.

Insulation - Insulation shall be Class A or B in accordance with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standard No. MG-1

Switch - The switch shall have one off and not less than 3 on speeds positive position

Power cord and plug - The fans shall be furnished with a three wire power supply cord with an integral ground. The supply cord shall have a minimum overall length of eight feet.

Base - The base shall be suitable for desk or floor use and wall mounting. The base shall be metal or plastic and provide sufficient strength to support the weight of the fan when it is wall mounted. The base shall also have sufficient weight and strength so that the fan remains stationary when operating on a desk top at the highest speed.

Blade Assembly - The blade assembly shall consist of a complete air screw having at least three impact resistant plastic blades molded together with a hub or central support.

Head Tilt - The tilt adjustment shall adjust to a minimum of 10 degrees above or below the horizontal plane of the motor axis for desk fans. The head tilt and locking device shall be designed to permit adjustment and locking of the tilt position within the range as specified above without the use of tools.

Oscillating mechanism - The oscillating mechanism shall have a cycle with a minimum angle range oscillation of 80 degrees. The mechanism shall be designed to be disengaged in any position within the oscillation cycle. The fan shall remain stationary in the position of engagement.

Guard - The guard shall enclose the entire face, perimeter, and reverse side of the fan blades and associated moving parts. The guard shall consist of a front section and a rear section, designed so that when assembled to form a complete guard. Additionally, the sections must be readily separable, without the use of special purpose tools, so as to permit access to the blade assembly and associated moving parts.

UL - The fan shall conform to the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Standard No. UL 507

Operating speed - The low speed position shall provide 60 to 80 percent of the maximum speed when operating at rated voltage and frequency. The fan shall be operated at both low and maximum speed settings and speed (r.p.m) shall be measured stroboscopically or with a counter which imposes no appreciable load on the fan motor. The sensitivity and accuracy of the test apparatus shall be such that differences of 20 r.p.m. may be detected.

CFM air delivery - The fan shall be mounted so that the axis is 4 feet above the floor. The plane of rotation of the fan blades shall be at least 5 feet from any wall. The anemometer shall be rigidly supported in the air stream with the axis of rotation parallel to the axis of rotation of the fan. The anemometer stand shall be located so that the center of the anemometer in each station will be in a single vertical plane which is parallel to and 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. Test readings shall be taken at 2 inch intervals over a four foot span, both vertical and horizontal lines at a distance of 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. The center of the four foot span referenced above shall be on a line coincident with the axis of rotation of the fan blades. A total of 49 test readings shall be taken. Each test reading shall be taken over an operating period of not less than two minutes. All readings shall be taken at maximum fan speed. The air delivery in cubic feet per minute shall be the average of all test readings in feet per minute multiplied by the area of a 4 foot diameter circle (12.56 square feet). The minimum CFM shall be 2000 CFM.

Vibration limits - The rotating components of the fan shall be balanced to the extent that the total vibration shall not exceed 0.003 times the distance in inches between an upward extension of a vertical line running through the approximate center of the motor support and point of measurement. The distance is to be measured parallel to the motor axis with the motor housing adjusted for zero degrees tilt.

Data - In addition to the safety and installation instruction required by UL Standard No. 507, the contractor shall furnish with the fan a copy of the manufacturer's standard "owner/operator manual" applicable to the machine. The manual shall include instructions for operating the machine, safety precautions, commercial repair instructions which shall include a complete list of all replaceable parts, and preventative/routine maintenance instructions. This data shall be the same information that is provided with similar machines sold in the commercial market.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

5. 4140-00-833-5068 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING, COLUMN, ELECTRIC, NON OSCILLATING:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers a 30 inch pedestal mounted non-oscillating fan. The fan shall include a pedestal, blade assembly, fan guard, motor, switch, cable assembly, and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete functional product

The fan shall conform to the following design and performance characteristics:

Plug Style - North America

Blade Diameter - 30 inches, +/-1/2 inch

Air Capacity - 8000 CFM +/-50 CFM

Speed Settings - 2 minimum

Power Consumption - 260 Watts +/-10 Watts

Voltage Rating - 120 Volts AC +/-10% at 60 Hertz +5%, Single Phase

Salient Characteristics:

Design and construction - The fan covered by this technical description shall include a base, blade assembly, fan guard, motor, oscillating mechanisms, switches, cable assembly, and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete and functional product.

Insulation - Insulation shall be Class A or B in accordance with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standard No. MG-1

Switch - The switch shall have one off and not less than 3 on speeds positive position

Power cord and plug - The fans shall be furnished with a three wire power supply cord with an integral ground. The supply cord shall have a minimum overall length of eight feet.

Base - The base shall be suitable for floor use. The base shall be metal and provide sufficient strength to support the weight of the fan when it is floor mounted. The base shall also have sufficient weight and strength so that the fan remains stationary when operating at the highest speed.

Blade Assembly - The blade assembly shall consist of a complete air screw having at least three impact resistant metal blades connected together with a hub or central support.

Head Tilt - The tilt adjustment shall adjust to a minimum of 10 degrees above or below the horizontal plane of the motor axis for the circulating fans. The head tilt and locking device shall be designed to permit adjustment and locking of the tilt position within the range as specified above without the use of tools.

Column and pedestal - The column shall be of a telescoping design consisting of an upper column sliding into or out of a lower column. The lower column shall prevent the accidental removal of the upper column. Without the use of special tools, the upper column shall lock at any height within the vertical adjustment limits of the column. When the column is at its highest adjustable positions, the top of the fan guard shall not be less than 90 inches, nor more than 96 inches from the floor. The column shall have an adjustable height of not less than 30 inches above its lowest adjustable position. The power supply cord shall enter the pedestal, or at any point that is less than 3 inches above the floor level. A bushing shall be used to protect the supply cord against abrasion and fraying where the supply cord enters and exits the column. The supply cord shall also have a strain relief where the cord enters the fan motor.

Guard - The guard shall enclose the entire face, perimeter, and reverse side of the fan blades and associated moving parts. The guard shall consist of a front section and a rear section, designed so that when assembled to form a complete guard. Additionally, the sections must be readily separable, without the use of special purpose tools, so as to permit access to the blade assembly and associated moving parts.

UL - The fan shall conform to the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Standard No. UL 507

Operating speed - The low speed position shall provide 60 to 80 percent of the maximum speed when operating at rated voltage and frequency. The fan shall be operated at both low and maximum speed settings and speed (r.p.m) shall be measured stroboscopically or with a counter which imposes no appreciable load on the fan motor. The sensitivity and accuracy of the test apparatus shall be such that differences of 20 r.p.m. may be detected.

CFM air delivery - The fan shall be mounted so that the axis is 4 feet above the floor. The plane of rotation of the fan blades shall be at least 5 feet from any wall. The anemometer shall be rigidly supported in the air stream with the axis of rotation parallel to the axis of rotation of the fan. The anemometer stand shall be located so that the center of the anemometer in each station will be in a single vertical plane which is parallel to and 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. Test readings shall be taken at 2 inch intervals over a four foot span, both vertical and horizontal lines at a distance of 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. The center of the four foot span referenced above shall be on a line coincident with the axis of rotation of the fan blades. A total of 49 test readings shall be taken. Each test reading shall be taken over an operating period of not less than two minutes. All readings shall be taken at maximum fan speed. The air delivery in cubic feet per minute shall be the average of all test readings in feet per minute multiplied by the area of a 4 foot diameter circle (12.56 square feet). The minimum CFM shall be 8000 CFM.

Vibration limits - The rotating components of the fan shall be balanced to the extent that the total vibration shall not exceed 0.009 times the distance in inches between an upward extension of a vertical line running through the approximate center of the motor support and point of measurement.

Fan assembly - For shipping purposes, the fan may be partially disassembled into no more than five parts consisting of the motor, adjustable column, blade assembly, guard, and base. Re-assembling the fan shall not require special tool(s) or skill(s).

Data - In addition to the safety and installation instruction required by UL Standard No. 507, the contractor shall furnish with the fan a copy of the manufacturer's standard "owner/operator manual" applicable to the machine. The manual shall include instructions for operating the machine, safety precautions, commercial repair instructions which shall include a complete list of all replaceable parts, and preventative/routine maintenance instructions. This data shall be the same information that is provided with similar machines sold in the commercial market.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

6. 4140-00-851-9319 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers a desk/floor standing and wall mounted oscillating fan with a blade diameter of 16 inches.

The fan shall conform to the following design and performance characteristics:

Plug Style - North America

Blade Diameter - 16 inches, +/-1/2 inch

Air Capacity - 4000 Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) minimum

Power Consumption - 85 Watts maximum

Voltage Rating - 120 Volts AC +/-10% at 60 Hertz +5%, Single Phase

Salient Characteristics:

Design and construction - The fan covered by this technical description shall include a base, blade assembly, fan guard, motor, oscillating mechanisms, switches, cable assembly, and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete and functional product.

Insulation - Insulation shall be Class A or B in accordance with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standard No. MG-1

Switch - The switch shall have one off and not less than 3 on speeds positive position

Power cord and plug - The fans shall be furnished with a three wire power supply cord with an integral ground. The supply cord shall have a minimum overall length of eight feet.

Base - The base shall be suitable for desk or floor use and wall mounting. The base shall be metal or plastic and provide sufficient strength to support the weight of the fan when it is wall mounted. The base shall also have sufficient weight and strength so that the fan remains stationary when operating on a desk top at the highest speed.

Blade Assembly - The blade assembly shall consist of a complete air screw having at least three impact resistant plastic blades molded together with a hub or central support.

Head Tilt - The tilt adjustment shall adjust to a minimum of 10 degrees above or below the horizontal plane of the motor axis for desk fans. The head tilt and locking device shall be designed to permit adjustment and locking of the tilt position within the range as specified above without the use of tools.

Oscillating mechanism - The oscillating mechanism shall have a cycle with a minimum angle range oscillation of 80 degrees. The mechanism shall be designed to be disengaged in any position within the oscillation cycle. The fan shall remain stationary in the position of engagement.

Guard - The guard shall enclose the entire face, perimeter, and reverse side of the fan blades and associated moving parts. The guard shall consist of a front section and a rear section, designed so that when assembled to form a complete guard. Additionally, the sections must be readily separable, without the use of special purpose tools, so as to permit access to the blade assembly and associated moving parts.

UL - The fan shall conform to the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Standard No. UL 507

Operating speed - The low speed position shall provide 60 to 80 percent of the maximum speed when operating at rated voltage and frequency. The fan shall be operated at both low and maximum speed settings and speed (r.p.m) shall be measured stroboscopically or with a counter which imposes no appreciable load on the fan motor. The sensitivity and accuracy of the test apparatus shall be such that differences of 20 r.p.m. may be detected.

CFM air delivery - The fan shall be mounted so that the axis is 4 feet above the floor. The plane of rotation of the fan blades shall be at least 5 feet from any wall. The anemometer shall be rigidly supported in the air stream with the axis of rotation parallel to the axis of rotation of the fan. The anemometer stand shall be located so that the center of the anemometer in each station will be in a single vertical plane which is parallel to and 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. Test readings shall be taken at 2 inch intervals over a four foot span, both vertical and horizontal lines at a distance of 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. The center of the four foot span referenced above shall be on a line coincident with the axis of rotation of the fan blades. A total of 49 test readings shall be taken. Each test reading shall be taken over an operating period of not less than two minutes. All readings shall be taken at maximum fan speed. The air delivery in cubic feet per minute shall be the average of all test readings in feet per minute multiplied by the area of a 4 foot diameter circle (12.56 square feet). The minimum CFM shall be 4000 CFM.

Vibration limits - The rotating components of the fan shall be balanced to the extent that the total vibration shall not exceed 0.003 times the distance in inches between an upward extension of a vertical line running through the approximate center of the motor support and point of measurement. The distance is to be measured parallel to the motor axis with the motor housing adjusted for zero degrees tilt.

Data - In addition to the safety and installation instruction required by UL Standard No. 507, the contractor shall furnish with the fan a copy of the manufacturer's standard "owner/operator manual" applicable to the machine. The manual shall include instructions for operating the machine, safety precautions, commercial repair instructions which shall include a complete list of all replaceable parts, and preventative/routine maintenance instructions. This data shall be the same information that is provided with similar machines sold in the commercial market.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

7. 4140-00-961-5480 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers a high velocity multipurpose fan.

The fan shall conform to the following design and performance characteristics:

Plug Style - North American

Blade Diameter - 14 inches, +/-1/2 inches

Voltage Rating - 120 Volts AC +/-10% at 60 Hertz +5%, single phase

Air Capacity - 2600 Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) minimum

Power Rating - 125 Watts maximum

Salient Characteristics:

Design and construction - The fan covered in this technical description shall include a blade assembly, motor, fan guard, switch, cable assembly and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete and functional product.

Dimensions - The dimensions of the fan shall not exceed 20 inches in height, 19 inches in width, and 13 inches in depth.

Insulation - Insulation shall be Class A or B in accordance with the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standard No. MG-1.

Switch - The switch shall have one off and not less than two on speed positions.

Power cord and plug - The flexible cord shall be rated for use at a voltage not less than the rated voltage as specified above within this technical description. The fan shall be furnished with a three wire power supply cord with an integral ground. The power supply cord shall have a minimum overall length of eight feet. The power supply cord shall be terminated with a North American plug style.

Blade assembly - The blade assembly shall consist of a complete air screw having at least three impact resistant metal blades molded together with a hub or central support.

Guard and protective housing - The guard or protective housing shall completely enclose the face, perimeter, and reverse side of the fan blades and associated moving parts. Additionally, the guard or protective housing shall be designed to permit access to the blade assembly and associated moving parts without the use of special purpose tools.

Tilt adjustment - The tilt adjustment shall operate through a minimum angle range of 100 degrees, from straight up to 10 degrees below the horizontal. The tilt angles shall be construed as angles formed by the motor shaft axis and the horizontal plane.

NFPA - Wiring shall conform to National Fire Protection (NFPA) Standard No. 70, The National Electrical Code.

NEMA - Motors shall conform to the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Publication No. MG-1

UL - The Fan shall conform to the requirements of Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) Standard UL 507

Operating speed - The low speed position shall provide 60 to 80 percent of the maximum speed when operating at rated voltage and frequency. The fan shall be operated at both low and maximum speed settings and speed (r.p.m.) shall be measured stroboscopically or with a counter which imposes no appreciable load on the fan motor. The sensitivity and accuracy of the test apparatus shall be such that differences of 20 r.p.m. may be detected.

CFM air delivery - The fan shall be mounted so that the axis is 4 feet above the floor. The plane of rotation of the fan blades shall be at least 5 feet from any wall. The anemometer shall be rigidly supported in the air stream with the axis of rotation parallel to the axis of rotation of the fan. The anemometer stand shall be located so that the center of the anemometer, in each station will be in a single vertical plane which is parallel to and 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. Test readings shall be taken at 2 inch intervals over a four foot span, both vertical and horizontal lines at a distance of 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. The center of the four foot span referenced above shall be on a line coincident with the axis of rotation of the fan blades. A total of 49 test readings shall be taken. Each test reading shall be taken over an operating period of not less than two minutes. All readings shall be taken at maximum fan speed. The air delivery in cubic feet per minute shall be the average of all test readings in feet per minute multiplied by the area of a 4 foot diameter (12.56 square feet). The minimum CFM air delivery shall be 2600 RPM.

Vibration limits - The rotating components of the fan shall be balanced to the extent that total vibration shall not exceed 0.009 times the distance in inches between an upward extension of a vertical line running through the approximate center of the motor support and point of measurement. The distance is to be measured parallel to the motor axis with motor housing adjusted for zero tilt.

Data - In addition to the safety and installation instructions required by UL Standard No. 507, the contractor shall furnish with each fan a copy of the manufacturer's standard "owner/operator manual" applicable to the machine. The manual shall include instructions for operating the machine, safety precautions, commercial repair instructions which shall include a complete list of all replaceable parts, and preventative/routine maintenance instructions. This data shall be the same information that is provided with similar machines sold in the commercial market.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

8. 4140-01-278-1527 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers a two speed pedestal mounted oscillating fan for a 30 inch blade assembly.

Salient Characteristics:

The fan shall conform to the following design and performance characteristics:

Plug Style - North America

Blade Diameter - 30 inches, +/-1/2 inch

Air Flow Capacity in Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) - 8000 CFM +/-50 CFM

Voltage Rating - 120 Volts AC +/-10% at 60 Hertz +5%; single phase

Power Rating - 260 Watts Maximum

Design and construction - The fan covered in this technical description shall include a pedestal, adjustable column, blade assembly, fan guard, motor, switch, cable assembly, and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete and functional product.

Insulation - Insulation shall be Class A or B in accordance with National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standard No. MG-1.

Switch - The switch shall have not less than one off and not less than two on speed positions.

Power cord and plug - The flexible cord shall be rated for use at a voltage not less than the rated above rated voltage for the North America plug style. The fan shall be furnished with a three wire power supply cord with an integral ground. The power supply cord shall have a useable minimum overall length of ten (10) feet.

Blade assembly - The blade assembly shall consist of a complete air screw having at least three metal or plastic blades together with a hub or central support.

Head tilt - The fan head shall be adjustable in a vertical plane from 5 degrees below the horizontal plane to not less than 15 degrees above the horizontal plane. The fan head shall have a locking device capable of locking the fan head in any position. If a tool is necessary to lock the fan head into position, the tool shall be supplied with the fan.

Oscillating mechanism - The oscillating mechanism shall have a cycle with a minimum angle range oscillation of 80 degrees. The mechanism shall be designed to disengage in any position within the oscillation cycle. The fan shall remain stationary in the position of disengagement.

Column and pedestal - The column shall be of a telescoping design consisting of an upper column sliding into or out of a lower column. The lower column shall prevent the accidental removal of the upper column. Without the use of special tools, the upper column shall lock at any height within the vertical adjustment limits of the column. When the column is at its highest adjustable positions, the top of the fan guard shall not be less than 90 inches, nor more than 96 inches from the floor. The column shall have an adjustable height of not less than 30 inches above its lowest adjustable position. The power supply cord shall exit the pedestal, at any point that is less than 3 inches above the floor level. A bushing shall be used to protect the supply cord against abrasion and fraying where the supply cord exits the column. The supply cord shall also have a bushing where the cord enters the fan motor.

Guard - The guard shall enclose the entire face, perimeter, and reverse side of the fan blades and associated moving parts. The guard shall consist of a front section and a rear section, designed so that when assembled to form a complete guard. Additionally, the sections must be readily separable, without the use of special purpose tools, so as to permit access to the blade assembly and associated moving parts.

Operating Speed - The low speed position shall provide 60 to 80 percent of the maximum speed when operating at rated voltage and frequency. The fan shall be operated at both low and maximum speed settings and speed (r.p.m.) shall be measured stroboscopically or with a counter which imposes no appreciable load on the fan motor. The sensitivity and accuracy of the test apparatus shall be such that differences of 20 r.p.m. may be detected.

CFM air delivery - The fan shall be mounted so that the axis is 4 feet above the floor. The plane of rotation of the fan blades shall be at least 5 feet from any wall. The anemometer shall be rigidly supported in the air stream with the axis of rotation parallel to the axis of rotation of the fan. The anemometer stand shall be located so that the center of the anemometer in each station will be in a single vertical plane which is parallel to and 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. Test readings shall be taken at 2 inch intervals over a four foot span, both vertical and horizontal lines at a distance of 9 feet in front of the plane of rotation of the fan blades. The center of the four foot span referenced above shall be on a line coincident with the axis of rotation of the fan blades. A total of 49 test readings shall be taken. Each test reading shall be taken over an operating period of not less than two minutes. All readings shall be taken at maximum fan speed. The air delivery in cubic feet per minute shall be the average of all test readings in feet per minute multiplied by the area of a 4 foot diameter circle (12.56 square feet). The minimum CFM shall be 8000 CFM

Vibration limits - Rotating components of fans shall be balanced to the extent that total vibration will not exceed .009 times the distance in inches between an upward extension of a vertical line running through the approximate center of the motor support and the point of measurement.

Fan assembly - For shipping purposes, the fan may be partially disassembled into no more than five parts consisting of the motor, adjustable column, blade assembly, guard, and base. Re-assembling the fan shall not require special tool(s) or skill(s).

Data - In addition to the safety and insulation instructions required by UL Standard No. 507, the contractor shall furnish with each fan a copy of the manufacturer's standard "owner/operator manual" applicable to the machine. The manual shall include instructions for operating the machine, safety precautions, commercial repair instructions which shall include a complete list of all replaceable parts, and preventative/routine maintenance instructions. This data shall be the same information that is provided with similar machines sold in the commercial market.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

9. 4140-01-278-3874 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING:

DESCRIPTION

This technical description covers a two speed pedestal mounted oscillating fan for a 24 inch blade assembly.

Salient Characteristics:

The fan shall conform to the following design and performance characteristics:

Plug Style - North America

Blade Diameter - 24 inches, +/-1/2 inch

Air Flow Capacity in Cubic Feet per Minute (CFM) - 5350 CFM maximum; 3925 CFM minimum

Voltage Rating - 120 Volts AC +/-10% at 60 Hertz +5%; single phase

Power Rating - 240 Watts Maximum

Design and construction - The fan covered in this technical description shall include a pedestal, adjustable column, blade assembly, fan guard, motor, switch, cable assembly, and all other parts necessary to constitute a complete and functional product.

Insulation - Insulation shall be Class A or B in accordance with National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standard No. MG-1.

Switch - The switch shall have not less than one off and not less than two on speed positions.

Power cord and plug - The flexible cord shall be rated for use at a voltage not less than the rated above rated voltage for the North America plug style. The fan shall be furnished with a three wire power supply cord with an integral ground. The power supply cord shall have a useable minimum overall length of ten (10) feet.

Blade assembly - The blade assembly shall consist of a complete air screw having at least three metal or plastic blades together with a hub or central support.

Head tilt - The fan head shall be adjustable in a vertical plane from 5 degrees below the horizontal plane to not less than 15 degrees above the horizontal plane. The fan head shall have a locking device capable of locking the fan head in any position. If a tool is necessary to lock the fan head into position, the tool shall be supplied with the fan.

Oscillating mechanism - The oscillating mechanism shall have a cycle with a minimum angle range oscillation of 80 degrees. The mechanism shall be designed to disengage in any position within the oscillation cycle. The fan shall remain stationary in the position of disengagement.

Column and pedestal - The column shall be of a telescoping design consisting of an upper column sliding into or out of a lower column. The lower column shall prevent the accidental removal of the upper column. Without the use of special tools, the upper column shall lock at any height within the vertical adjustment limits of the column. When the column is at its highest adjustable positions, the top of the fan guard shall not be less than 90 inches, nor more than 96 inches from the floor. The column shall have an adjustable height of not less than 30 inches above its lowest adjustable position. The power supply cord shall exit the pedestal, at any point that is less than 3 inches above the floor level. A bushing shall be used to protect the supply cord against abrasion and fraying where the supply cord exits the column. The supply cord shall also have a bushing where the cord enters the fan motor.

Guard - The guard shall enclose the entire face, perimeter, and reverse side of the fan blades and associated moving parts. The guard shall consist of a front section and a rear section, designed so that when assembled to form a complete guard. Additionally, the sections must be readily separable, without the use of special purpose tools, so as to permit access to the blade assembly and associated moving parts.

Operating Speed - The low speed position shall provide 60 to 80 percent of the maximum speed when operating at rated voltage and frequency. The fan shall be operated at both low and maximum speed settings and speed (r.p.m.) shall be measured stroboscopically or with a counter which imposes no appreciable load on the fan motor. The sensitivity and accuracy of the test apparatus shall be such that differences of 20 r.p.m. may be detected.

CFM air delivery - The airflow rate shall be calculated using the Thrust Method in accordance with paragraphs 6.2 through 10. of ANSI/AMCA 230-99, "Laboratory Methods of Testing Air Circulator Fans For Rating". The minimum CFM air delivery shall be 5350.

Vibration limits - Rotating components of fans shall be balanced to the extent that total vibration will not exceed .009 times the distance in inches between an upward extension of a vertical line running through the approximate center of the motor support and the point of measurement.

Fan assembly - For shipping purposes, the fan may be partially disassembled into no more than five parts consisting of the motor, adjustable column, blade assembly, guard, and base. Re-assembling the fan shall not require special tool(s) or skill(s).

Data - In addition to the safety and insulation instructions required by UL Standard No. 507, the contractor shall furnish with each fan a copy of the manufacturer's standard "owner/operator manual" applicable to the machine. The manual shall include instructions for operating the machine, safety precautions, commercial repair instructions which shall include a complete list of all replaceable parts, and preventative/routine maintenance instructions. This data shall be the same information that is provided with similar machines sold in the commercial market.

See Technical Specifications paragraph(s): T3.1, T4.1, T5.1 and T6.1.

10. 4140-01-416-4898 UI: EA

FAN, CIRCULATING:

DESCRIPTION

The fan described in this technical description is a clip-on fan intended for use in household and office environments.

Salient Characteristics:

The fan shall conform to the…