Schwank MonsterFans:
Sales, Installation & Service
Schwank is a global climate solutions manufacturer with North American production based in Waynesboro, Georgia. Their MonsterFans HVLS line is built for industrial and commercial environments, and C&D Industrial Maintenance provides full sales, installation, and service support for the entire MonsterFans product range.
MonsterFans GD Series (Gear-Drive)
The GD Series is Schwank’s industrial workhorse. Powered by a helical inline reducer motor, these fans are built for warehouses, manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and hangars.
Warranty Coverage
Lifetime on blades, hub, and mounting system. 5 years on motor, gearbox, and control panel.
Optional Accessories: Touch Control, Smart Control, Wind Sensor, mounting kits, VFD packages (NEMA 4X rated), and BMS integration via BACnet.
Technical Specifications
Available Diameters
8, 12, 16, 20, and 24-foot
Motor Type
Helical inline reducer, 53 to 105 RPM
Motor Power
1 to 2 HP (scales with diameter)
Voltage Options
230V / 400V / 460V
Blades
Five 10¼-inch wide airfoil blades with modulating trailing edges
Angle of Attack
Up to 23°
Hub Material
713 cast aluminum alloy
Noise Level
62 to 64 dBA
Max Ceiling Slope
18.5 degrees
Certifications
UL, CSA, and CE
Inspection Interval
Every 20,000 hours
24-ft Model
315,026 CFM, 2 HP, coverage up to 230 ft diameter
MonsterFans DD Series (Direct-Drive)
The DD Series uses a gearless direct-drive permanent magnet motor, eliminating the gearbox entirely. No gear oil, no gearbox maintenance, quieter operation. Built for the same industrial environments as the GD but suited for facilities where noise and maintenance reduction are priorities.
Warranty Coverage
Lifetime on blades, hub, and mounting system. 5 years on motor, gearbox, and control panel.
Optional Accessories: BMS integration, wind sensor, mounting kit extensions, Touch Control and Smart Control packages.
Technical Specifications
Available Diameters
8 to 24 foot
Motor Type
Gearless direct-drive permanent magnet
Speed Range
53 to 105 RPM
Efficiency
264 CFM per watt
Blades
Five anodized aluminum airfoil (6063 extruded), 10¼-inch width
Angle of Attack
Up to 23°
Hub Material
713 cast aluminum alloy
Built-in LED
20,000 lumens, dimmable
Mounting
Bar joists, I-beams, purlins, and wood frames
Certifications
UL and CSA
Key Advantage
No gearbox — zero oil changes
MonsterFans Style Series (Direct-Drive)
The Style Series targets commercial and hospitality spaces, including restaurants, patios, lobbies, and retail. Designed for indoor and outdoor use with custom color finishes.
Warranty Coverage
Lifetime on blades, hub, and mounting system. 3 years on motor and control panel.
Technical Specifications
Available Diameters
7 and 10-foot
Motor Type
Gearless Transverse Flux Brushless DC
Max Speed
0 to 120 RPM
Airflow (7-ft)
27,000 CFM, covers up to 1,850 sq ft
Noise Level
As low as 39 dBA
Blades
Injection molded fiber-filled polypropylene
Hub Material
AISI 383 aluminum alloy
Controls
Keypad and LCD with onboard smart voltage controls
Mounting
Universal — bar joists, beams, purlins, and wood frames
Certifications
UL and CSA
Custom Finishes
Available in custom color finishes