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Introducing the Emerson Midway Eco
An Amazing Eco Friendly Energy Star Ceiling Fan
That Is Over 300% More Efficient Than Other Fans!

Pubilshed June 20, 2009
by: Greg Tillotson

Having been in the ceiling fan business for over 20 years, it is rare that a new ceiling fan gets me excited. But while researching the efficiency ratings of the latest introductions this year, one model clearly stood out among all others. The Midway Eco, a new breed of eco-friendly ceiling fans from Emerson Electric that brings new meaning to the concept of efficiency.

Emerson developed an entirely new motor for the Midway Eco fan called the "EcoMotor TM". The EcoMotor TM uses up to 75% less energy compared to other ceiling fans. The blades have an airfoil shape for better aerodynamics and move up to 40% more air than typical fan blades. The built-in light uses four 13 watt fluorescent lamps to provide maximum illumination at a very low wattage.

With these new innovations, the Midway Eco far surpassed the Energy Star testing requirements established by the EPA. As a matter of fact, the test results prove it to be over 3 times (or 300%) more energy efficient than any other Energy Star Ceiling Fan with lights. This means that the Midway Eco will move substantially more air while using a fraction of the electricity making it the ultimate choice for energy conscious consumers who wish to reduce their carbon footprint.

Although Emerson does not claim that the Midway Eco is 300% more efficient than other fans, I made this observation myself after reviewing Test Results Published by the EPA, for ALL Energy Star qualified ceiling fans with lights.

In order for any ceiling fan to be Energy Star qualified, it must meet EPA standards for quality and durability. But most important, it must undergo a standardized testing procedure adopted by the EPA to calculate the efficiency of the fan. During the test, sensors measure the CFMs (Cubic Feet per Minute) of airflow the fan produces while recording the amount of electricity it consumes.

The efficiency rating is calculated by dividing the CFMs produced by the Watts consumed (CFM/WATTS). This information is labeled on the fan packaging of every Energy Star ceiling fan giving consumers a standardized way of comparing the performance between different models. For such a comparison is critical for those who are energy conscious. As you will see in the data below, there are substantial differences in the efficiency ratings of many Energy Star ceiling fans.

Here are my findings...

There are 126 Energy Star ceiling fans in total, which represents all of the various finishes available for each model. I removed the finish variations to get to the actual base models since each finish is just a duplicate of the actual fan. This brought the total down to 33 Energy Star qualified ceiling fans with lights available in the USA from all brands combined.

The table below represents my findings sorted by the most efficient to the least efficient. The Emerson Midway Eco is at the top with an efficiency rating of 620.20 CFM/Watt on Low Speed, 476.6 CFM/Watt on Medium and 289.0 CFM/Watt on High.

Ceiling Fan Efficiency data for ALL Energy Star ceiling fans with lights as of 6/15/2009

Rank LOW MED HIGH
1 - Midway Eco620.2476.6289
2192149.1114.5
3177144113
4161.07136.7106.3
5211.74131.7493.66
6211.74131.7493.66
7211.74131.7493.66
8211.74131.7493.66
9211.74131.7493.66
10211.74131.7493.66
11163.34116.2992.94
12176.23123.5292.46
13157.16118.6692.25
14164.62120.2690.98
15179.36128.8290.97
16166.06123.3690.69
17161.75117.5389.43
18161.75117.5389.43
19158.38119.8589.04
20163.86115.1885.19
21159.32114.9485
22159.32114.9485
23169.49117.7584.94
24157.68122.7482.93
25174.46126.1281.49
2615510777
27160.8211676.06
2817712176
2915510376
3015611176
3115611176
3216511675
3315611275


Author: Greg Tillotson
Email: gregt@hansenwholesale.com
Webite: Hansen Wholesale



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  1. Posted: 1/9/2010 6:02:32 PM

    why does the midway eco fan move more cubic feet per minute (low) than medium or high ? that does not make sense...

    Answer: The statement that you have made is incorrect. The specifications for airflow of the Midway Eco are as follows: High: 6936 CFM, Med: 4623 CFM, Low: 2295 CFM. It is more likely that you are referring to the Efficiency rating chart, which compares the efficiency of ceiling fans. Efficiency for ceiling fans is defined by the EPA as the measure of the watts/CFM. In this case, the fan becomes more efficient at lower speeds...as is the case with almost all ceiling fans. The difference is that the Midway Eco is about 2 or 3 times more efficient that other fans, pretty much at all speeds.

    Here is a link to the product page where the CFM data is also posted: Emerson Midway Eco.


  2. Posted: 12/29/2009 7:45:02 PM

    Is the Midway Eco fan available in 220Volts?

    Answer: No, unfortunately it is not. As a matter of fact, Emerson does not manufacture any ceiling fans at all that are designed to be used with 220V electricity. Use this link for more Information about 220Volt ceiling fans

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