Ziehl-Abegg highlighted energy efficiency, innovation and industrial competitiveness during a visit by Baden-Württemberg Minister-President Cem Özdemir to its headquarters in Künzelsau, Germany. The visit included discussions with company management and a tour of the InVent development centre and production facilities.
The company showcased advanced fans, electric motors and drive systems, along with applications for data centres, heat pumps and energy-efficient buildings. The programme also included Ziehl-Abegg’s combined fan test chamber, which the company describes as the world’s largest, and its biomimetic fan blade technology inspired by structures found in nature.
The discussions also covered the role of energy-efficient technologies in climate protection and Germany’s industrial competitiveness. Ziehl-Abegg said continued innovation in energy efficiency and low-noise technology remains central to its competitive position. Özdemir also highlighted the importance of reducing administrative barriers and accelerating approval procedures for industrial projects.
The visit also highlighted the growing importance of high-efficiency air movement and drive technologies as energy consumption becomes a major consideration across buildings and industrial applications. Demand from areas such as data centres and heat pumps is placing greater emphasis on fan efficiency, intelligent control and reduced operating noise. Ziehl-Abegg continues to use its development and testing infrastructure to refine aerodynamic performance and reduce the energy requirements of its products.
