The Modern Fan Co. has established itself as a leader in the ceiling fan industry by continuing to introduce original design and innovation. our fans celebrate the modern idiom through geometric forms, contemporary finishes and mechanical simplification. This catalog contains 12 products, all aimed to meet the needs of the professional specifier and the designminded home-owner. We ve introduced three new ceiling fans: the Pensi (designed by Jorge Pensi), Velo and Velo Hugger. Each incorporates new, contoured blade designs delivering increased efficiency and a unique appearance. Our products are displayed and distributed through selected showrooms. Consciously Cool Modern Fans keep you comfortable while helping to reduce energy consumption in several ways. Like a nice breeze on a warm day, moving air offers recognizable relief from heat and humidity (scientists have a term for what s happening on your skin evaporative cooling. ). This cooling effect allows for upward adjustment of your AC thermostat by as much as 8 degrees, resulting in up to 40% reduction in power consumption. In many cases, air conditioning can be turned off entirely, while a Modern Fan uses less electricity than a standard light bulb. Additional reductions and savings are gained in cooler seasons when Modern Fans are used to re-circulate heated air that would otherwise remain trapped or stratified near the ceiling. Ron Rezek In 1986, Ron Rezek was approached with the idea of updating the 100-year-old ceiling fan. An accomplished industrial designer with notable achievements in areas from lighting and furniture to life-saving and rescue equipment, Rezek recognized the opportunity to introduce contemporary design to this very necessary but staid category. This forged the path for a much needed evolution in ceiling fan design. Over twenty years later, Rezek s growing number of Modern Fans are celebrated for their sophisticated and timeless originality. Rezek continues to reinvent and advance the world of ceiling fans with his creativity and pragmatic approach to design.
28 cm 15 cm 15 cm 43 cm renowned spanish designer jorge pensi has contributed a new and imaginative interpretation of the ceiling fan to our collection. the pensi fan is a pure expression of minimal design and maximum performance. the pensi offers curved molded blades for high efficiency and an optional down light, ideal for highlighting the area beneath. Aluminum with Anthracite Down Rod PENSI Aluminum/Anthracite with Light # PEN- AA Aluminum/Anthracite 50 127 cm Span AL Aluminum NL No Light NC No Control 150 50W GU-10 spot 001 Fan Speed Only 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Ships in 43 cm overall configuration. For optional down rods, see page 13. Special Notes: 1. Not suitable for sloped ceilings. modernfaneu.com 1
25 cm 14 cm 17 cm 41 cm efficiency in a ceiling fan means getting the most air movement out of the electricity (watts) that the fan motor uses. the velo fan combines a strong motor with aerodynamically shaped blades to move the maximum volume of air from an attractive, compact fan. Bright Nickel Gloss White VELO Bright Nickel with Light # VEL- GW Gloss White 50 127 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BN Bright Nickel NK Nickel 850 75W G-9 Hal. 001 Fan Speed Only 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Includes 13 cm and 33 cm down rods, yielding 41 cm or 61 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. 2 Special Notes: 1. The #850 light kit adds 8 cm to length of this fan. modernfaneu.com
15 cm 36 cm Gloss White 17 cm Bright Nickel in order to suit lower ceiling applications, modern fan offers the new velo fan in a hugger version, which hangs only 36 centimeters from the ceiling. as with the velo, the velo hugger is available with an optional incandescent light. VELO HUGGER Gloss White with Light # VEL-HUG- GW Gloss White 50 127 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BN Bright Nickel NK Nickel 850 75W G-9 Hal. 001 Fan Speed Only 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Ships in 36 cm overall configuration. Special Notes: 1. The #850 light kit adds 8 cm to length of this fan. modernfaneu.com 3
13 cm the ball fan is a clear expression of modern fan s roots, derived from a minimalist 36 cm approach to ceiling fan design. a perfect sphere 20 cm provides visual simplicity while housing all the components required for exceptional 20 cm air movement. Brushed Aluminum Gloss White BALL Brushed Aluminum with Light # BAL- GW Gloss White 52 132 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BA Brushed Aluminum 42 106 cm Span AL Aluminum 650 75W G-9 Hal. 001 Fan Speed Only MP Maple 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Includes 8 cm, 16 cm and 34 cm down rods, yielding 28 cm, 36 cm or 54 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. 4 Special Notes: 1. The #650 light kit adds 3 cm to length of this fan. modernfaneu.com
Textured Nickel with Opal Shade 13 cm 36 cm 46 cm 23 cm the halo fan is a classic integration of form and function, combining a refined aesthetic with state-of-the-art air movement and quality lighting. the fan s decorative characteristics emerge from the crisp combination of the nickel finish with opal white glass. the halo stands out as a fixture that functions equally well as a luminaire as it does a ceiling fan. HALO # HAL- NO Tex. Nickel/Opal 52 132 cm Span NK Nickel IN 100W E-27 Inc. NC No Control 42 106 cm Span 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Includes 8 cm and 23 cm down rods, yielding 46 cm or 61 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. Special Notes: 1. Best suited for 2.7-meter ceiling or higher. modernfaneu.com 5
14 cm 13 cm 28 cm 30 cm the altus fan is an example of ron rezek using subtractive simple forms to bring forth an attractive and sophisticated product design. artistically compact, the altus features an organic shape that lends itself to virtually any interior. Brushed Aluminum ALTUS Gloss White # ALT - GW Gloss White 52 132 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BA Brushed Aluminum 42 106 cm Span AL Aluminum 001 Fan Speed Only Includes 13 cm and 43 cm down rods, yielding 30 cm or 60 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. 6 modernfaneu.com
Gloss White 15 cm 30 cm 22 cm at 30 centimeters in length, the altus hugger is a beautifully sculpted design intended for low ceiling applications. positioning of the blades at the bottom of the fan, furthest from the ceiling, allows for maximum airflow from a hugger fan. ALTUS HUGGER Brushed Aluminum # ALT-HUG- GW Gloss White 52 132 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BA Brushed Aluminum 42 106 cm Span AL Aluminum 001 Fan Speed Only Ships in 30 cm overall configuration. modernfaneu.com 7
34 cm 13 cm 15 cm 43 cm the cirrus fan features a simple, vertical orientation appropriate to contemporary architecture. a finite design, it s perfect for lofts, stores and other high-ceiling applications. an ambient lighting option is available. Brushed Aluminum Gloss White CIRRUS Brushed Aluminum with 352 Light # CIR- GW Gloss White 52 132 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BA Brushed Aluminum 42 106 cm Span AL Aluminum 352 75W G-9 Hal. 001 Fan Speed Only 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Includes 15 cm and 33 cm down rods, yielding 43 cm or 61 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. 8 Special Notes: 1. The #352 light kit adds 8 cm to the overall length of this fan. modernfaneu.com
Gloss White 18 cm 33 cm 15 cm Brushed Aluminum at 33 centimeters, the cirrus hugger is designed specifically for low-ceiling applications. while compact in scale, this hugger is an exceptionally powerful air mover. the same ambient lighting option is available as with the cirrus. CIRRUS HUGGER Brushed Aluminum with 352 Light # CIR-HUG- GW Gloss White 52 132 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control BA Brushed Aluminum 42 106 cm Span AL Aluminum 352 75W G-9 Hal. 001 Fan Speed Only 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Ships in 33 cm overall configuration. Special Notes: 1. The #352 light kit adds 8 cm to the overall length of this fan. modernfaneu.com 9
36 cm 13 cm 43 cm the industry fan evokes an industrial-age feel. this fan, however, utilizes the most up-to-date motor and component technologies to provide a quiet, contemporary product in a retrospective design. the industry is well styled for exposed ceiling interiors, urban lofts, restaurants and retail spaces. 19 cm Galvanized INDUSTRY # IND- GV Galvanized 52 132 cm Span WH White NL No Light NC No Control 42 106 cm Span 001 Fan Speed Only Includes 5 cm and 23 cm down rods, yielding 43 cm or 61 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. 10 modernfaneu.com
13 cm Textured Nickel 41 cm 24 cm 18 cm the flute fan may reference a centuries-old roman architectural theme, but it is modern in every respect. The components are all die cast aluminum, carefully machined and finished into a quality product that will last a lifetime. FLUTE # FLU- TN Textured Nickel 52 132 cm Span NK Nickel NL No Light NC No Control 42 106 cm Span 001 Fan Speed Only Includes 10 cm and 30 cm down rods, yielding 41 cm or 61 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. modernfaneu.com 11
13 cm Brushed Aluminum 36 cm 13 cm the aurora fan is an innovative design incorporating a 40-watt, t-5 circline lamp positioned in a translucent diffuser. this lamp and diffuser combination provide the incandescent equivalent of 180 watts of color-corrected, energy saving fluorescent light, both up and down. in the aurora fan, useful and ample light comes together with a ceiling fan. AURORA # AUR- BA Brushed Aluminum 52 132 cm Span AL Aluminum FLU 40W T5 Circular NC No Control 42 106 cm Span 002 Fan & Light - 3 wire Includes 15 cm and 40 cm down rods, yielding 36 cm or 61 cm overall length. For optional down rods, see page 13. 12 modernfaneu.com
down rods: Fans come with 1, 2 or 3 standard down rods. Use the following part numbers to order additional down rods. For all models EXCEPT Eclipse, Stratos and Hugger models: For PENSI model only. Finish Length Finish Length #DRD - #DRP - GW Gloss White BA Brushed Aluminum TN Textured Nickel BN Bright Nickel GV Galvanized 12 30.5 cm 24 61 cm 36 91.5 cm 48 122 cm 60 152 cm 72 183 cm AA Anthracite 11 (28 cm for 61 cm overall length) 23 (58.5 cm for 91 cm overall length) 35 (89 cm for 122 cm overall length) controls: Use these part numbers to order fan controls alone. To order fan controls with fans, incorporate into fan part numbers. Modern Fans do not use conventional pull chains. Select the control that is most appropriate for your requirements. 001 Fan Speed Control A basic fan control used to operate a fan only, providing 4 speeds. Mounts into a wall switch box and includes a decorative white switch plate. 240 v/50hz 002 Fan and Light Control Fan control intended for operation of a fan with light, providing 4 speeds and a light switch. Requires two circuits (3 wires), mounts into a wall switch box and includes a decorative white switch plate. 240 v/50hz 003 Handheld Remote Control Electronic, handheld remote control designed for independent operation of a fan and light using only one circuit (2 wires). Provides 3 speeds and a light switch and comes with a wall hanging bracket. 240v/ 50Hz selecting the right fan: In addition to style and design, there are several other considerations to make when selecting a fan. Ceiling Height: The more space between the blades and the ceiling, the more effectively your fan will circulate and distribute air. However, building codes require that the blades of a ceiling fan be at least 2.2 meters above the floor. Generally, we recommend hanging the fan as far down from the ceiling as is visually appropriate, while maintaining the 2.2 meter blade clearance above the floor. When dealing with higher ceilings, one-third the distance to the floor is a good guideline. We generally recommend one of our hugger models for 2.4 meter ceilings. Keep in mind that optional light kits may add several inches to the overall length of the fan. Blade Diameter: In nearly all cases, our 52-inch (132 cm) blade span is the most appropriate selection. The 42-inch (106 cm) blade span should be reserved for smaller rooms or narrow spaces (3 meter by 3 meter and smaller), or when airflow to the area above the blades is blocked or restricted by architectural elements (beams, walls, cabinetry, etc.). Occasionally two 42-inch (106 cm) fans may be a desirable alternative to one 52-inch (132 cm) fan. Lighting: Our fan lights generally function well as a primary light source for a space, but may not be satisfactory as the only light source in a room. This will depend on factors such as room size, wall/ceiling color and intended use of the space. Be sure to evaluate the wattage listed for each fan light and the amount of light your space requires. Controls: Our fans do not use pull chains (except for the Industry model). Therefore, in order to operate your fan at different speeds and switch the light independently of the fan, you need to select the appropriate control. Modern Fan controls are designed and intended for operation of a single fan or fan and light. Whether Modern Fan or third party controls are used, it is critical that our products are operated with fan speed controls and not generic dimmers or rheostats. Dimmers and rheostats intended for operation of light fixtures will cause motor noise and may shorten the life of the fan motor, voiding the warranty. modernfaneu.com 13