PortableFans.co.uk, your portable fans guide.

Portable fans are exactly what you are looking for when the temperature rises. They give you that steady stream of cool, refreshing air that makes such a big difference when it gets hot. Today's fans are lightweight and light enough to be moved around easily.

There are many different types of fans on the market today with a wide range of exciting features, including remote control fans. So, whether you are looking for a desk fan, a pedestal fan, a tower fan or the Dyson Air Multiplier (Dyson bladeless fan), its fair to say that there will be something to suit almost every taste and budget.

What are portable fans?

They are simply a fan made to be moved from location to location. They can be moved by hand. Larger ones are more powerful and have wheels built in to their base so that they can be moved from position to position more easily. Choosing one is easy, but with many so many different types around it is useful to find out more about fans in general and more about the different ones available in the market.

What are the different types of fan ?

To make things easy there are four different types. These are:-

• Pedestal (Stand) Fan
• Tower Fan
• Table Fan / Desk Fan
• Portable Industrial Fan

Not everyone realises the wide variety of fans available. These include Pedestal Fan, Tower Fan, Table or Desk Fan, Portable Industrial fan. Some fans are known by reference to their key features such as an oscillating fan, a hand held fan, clip on fan, cyclone fan and bladeless fan. Bladeless fans are the latest innovation in portable fan technology. They suck air in and channel the air along with the air around it into a smooth stream of air.

They are available with wide range of features and are available to suit a wide variety of needs. Oscillating fans are particularly popular. They oscillate from side to side while in operation, diffusing the airflow which in turn contributes to a cooler environment. Most, but not all of them have this feature so it is important to check before buying, if this is important to you.

Where can I buy one?

Nowadays, you can also buy fans in a wide variety of modern styles that look great anywhere. This means that you will be able to buy one that meets your needs best. What is more, if you buy online there are plenty of online stores selling them at good prices.

How are portable fans powered?

Portable fans are normally powered by electricity and electric fans ensure a constant stream of cool air at any time of the day or night. They can be switched on and off at the flick of a switch. Many electric fans have a facility that allows you to vary the speed of your fan allowing you to vary the speed of to suit the temperature.

Many smaller portable electric fans can be powered by batteries. Battery powered fans are lightweight and convenient. Often they are small enough to fit in a handbag, pocket or back pack making them a versatile option. However, batteries can be expensive and prolonged use uses up batteries, which can be relatively expensive to replace.

If you are looking for more power or you wish to use a fan for a long period of time indoors then a mains powered electric fan is better. The majority of fans used in the home or for industrial purposes are mains powered. A mains powered electric fan will give you constant service over hours and days and will be particularly valuable when you need one to keep you cool over the hot summer periods during the day and into the evening.

Choosing a fan.

One important decision you need to make when choosing a fan is whether you require a desk fan / table top fan, a tower fan or a pedestal fan. Each has their own pros and cons.

A desk fan / table top fan is very versatile and a very popular because it can be used in many different situations. Table top fans / desk fans are great for use at home or in the office. Portable fans like this can be placed on tables, counter tops, and on any flat surface, not just desks!

A pedestal fan, while still a portable fan, is a little more cumbersome to move around because it is effectively a pole mounted fan unit on a secure base. Pedestal fans can extend up to around 1 metre. Obviously this height advantage means that it can be more effective at circulating cool air in a room because of this added height. They can also be slightly more expensive than smaller models.

Some of the most expensive fans are portable industrial fans. These are so big that they have wheels or castors and handles to move them about. They will have a fan diameter of 20 inches and more and weigh as much as 100kg or more. They are used to improve air flow in industrial or commercial environments and are obviously too large for use in the home.

Whether you are looking for a Pedestal Fan (Stand Fan), Tower Fan, Table Fan / Desk Fan or even a Portable Industrial Fan there are great discounts to be found online. We have teamed up with Amazon UK to provide you with the best quality fans from one of the most trusted sources online, Amazon.co.uk. There are a number of things you need to think about before buying one. This site discusses many of the most important ones. Quality portable fans can bring you years and years of loyal service. So it is worth taking a few moments to think about all the different things you would like from your fan so that you are in a position to make the best choice possible.