Schaefer Ventilation Equipment
By Schaefer Ventilation Equipment
Last reviewed: February 2026
Panel fans, HVLS fans, recirculation fans, and portable cooling units engineered for the corrosive dairy barn environment.
American-made barn fans and ventilation systems from Schaefer, including panel fans, circulation fans, and HVLS fans designed for heat stress abatement in dairy operations.
Key Features
- Panel Exhaust Fans: 24-inch to 57-inch blade diameters for sidewall and endwall exhaust
- HVLS Ceiling Fans: High-volume low-speed fans for large freestall barns
- Recirculation Fans: Basket and drum fans for cow-level air movement over freestalls
- Versa-Cool Portable Fans: Portable evaporative cooling for holding areas and special pens
- Corrosion-Resistant Build: Fiberglass housings, sealed motors, stainless steel hardware
Advanced Features
- Direct-Drive Motors: Eliminates belt maintenance and reduces energy consumption
- Variable Speed Controls: Temperature-responsive fan speed for automated ventilation
Ideal For
Farm Types: Freestall dairies, Tunnel-ventilated barns, Holding pen cooling
Competitive Advantages
What sets Schaefer Ventilation Equipment apart from alternatives:
- 50+ years of ventilation manufacturing experience
- Fiberglass housings resist corrosion in dairy environments
- Direct-drive designs eliminate belt maintenance
- Made in USA (Sauk Rapids, Minnesota)
Pricing Information
Here is the pricing information for Schaefer Ventilation Equipment:
Schaefer fans range from approximately $300-500 for recirculation fans to $1,500-4,000+ for large panel and HVLS fans. Contact Schaefer or your dealer for quotes.
Pricing Model: Per unit equipment purchase
Pros & Considerations
- 50+ year track record
- Corrosion-resistant construction
- Wide range of fan types and sizes
- Direct-drive reliability
- Premium pricing vs. imported fans
- Ventilation design expertise needed for optimal layout
- Electrical infrastructure upgrades may be needed
Implementation & Setup
How to implement Schaefer Ventilation Equipment on your dairy operation:
Implementation Timeline: 2-6 weeks for ordering and installation
Training & Support
Training and support options available for Schaefer Ventilation Equipment:
Support Channels:
Evaluation Questions
Key questions to consider when evaluating Schaefer Ventilation Equipment:
- What is your current barn ventilation rate (air changes per hour)?
- Do you have heat stress problem areas (holding pen, close-up pen)?
- What is your electrical capacity for additional fan motors?
- Are you building new or retrofitting an existing barn?