Success with Belt-driven Cone Fans in Thailand

Since 2001, Tanongsak Donviengjan has run Titinun Farm, a poultry operation in Thailand partnered with Betagro. In 2018, a new barn was added and equipped with Multifan belt-driven ventilation fans to ensure efficient air circulation in the country’s hot climate.

Each of the new farm’s nine barns, measuring 21 by 135 meters, houses on average 35,000 chicks. To maintain optimal air quality, each barn relies on 18 Multifan units. This ventilation is essential to maintaining healthy conditions, especially as male chicks reach weights of 2.8 to 3.1 kg after a 41-42 day growth period.

Tanongsak shares insights into his equipment upgrades, emphasizing the impact and reliability of Multifan ventilation in his barns since their installation.

Why Multifan?

Drawing from his expertise as a former specialist with Betagro, Tanongsak has tested various fan brands over the years. Later, he replaced some fans with Multifan’s 50” belt-driven cone model to improve airspeed, an essential factor for his high-density barns. Tanongsak notes that Multifan offers superior air velocity compared to previous models—a difference he confirmed through post-installation airspeed tests.

“Airspeed is crucial because I keep about 13 chicks per square meter,” Tanongsak explains. “Multifan provides effective ventilation, maintaining moisture control, which keeps the ground dry and prevents issues like foot problems in chickens.”

Enhanced Farm Conditions and Healthier Chickens

In Thailand’s hot climate, Multifan’s performance has proven invaluable, helping broilers cope with the heat. Since the switch, Tanongsak has observed significant improvements in air quality and moisture control. “Multifan has reduced moisture, resulting in healthier feet for the chickens, as the ground remains dry,” he remarks.

Multifan Installation and Performance

The Multifan installation was smooth, and Tanongsak appreciates the reduced frequency of issues compared to other fans he has used. He mentions that the main problem he encountered involved the fan hub’s bearings, a rare but manageable issue. Overall, Multifan’s durability and quality have led to six years of efficient operation.

Comparing these fans with box fans on his older farm underscores Multifan’s value. Tanongsak regularly measures airspeed and finds Multifan’s performance consistently high over time. He now plans to replace box fans in four more barns with belt-driven Multifan units to maintain the same high-quality ventilation across his farm.

Reliable After-Sales Service

Tanongsak also commends Multifan’s responsive after-sales service. Replacement parts are readily available, and orders often arrive the next day. This reliable support reassures him that his ventilation system will continue meeting his needs without extended downtime.

Future Expansions

In the competitive broiler farming industry, Tanongsak Donviengjan’s choice to rely on Multifan’s high-quality ventilation system has provided him with optimal airspeed, moisture control, and energy efficiency. With future expansion plans, he intends to further integrate Multifan units, underscoring the brand’s role in enhancing farm productivity and broiler health.