Fans and Motors for Heat Pump Water Heaters
The AoFrio team works with OEMs to develop complete fan assemblies for heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) – built to meet tightening efficiency regulations, deliver quiet, reliable performance, and help OEMs move fast in the expanding HPWH market.
How AoFrio is your HPWH advantage
Case study spotlight
Case study
How AoFrio cut noise and energy use in HPWHs
When a U.S. HPWH manufacturer needed a fan-motor system that could hit demanding noise and efficiency targets, AoFrio delivered. Working closely with East West Manufacturing, our engineering team modified its fan assembly to meet the specific design requirements and performance targets. Discover how our customized ECR 2 solution helped them achieve both energy savings and noise targets – and what it means for OEMs looking to get ahead as the regulatory environment changes.
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Backed by AoFrio's proven, end-to-end ecosystem
Wellington fan assemblies for HPWHs are part of AoFrio's proven, end-to-end ecosystem of EC motors, fan systems, controllers, mobile apps and cloud software, which are trusted by beverage companies, food retailers and OEMs worldwide. That same scale, reliability and experience back every HPWH we help build.
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What our clients are saying
"We would like to share our experience working with the AoFrio team, which has been very positive. We especially highlight the support we have received from all the areas involved, as they have always been attentive to our needs. Throughout this long journey, we have significantly improved the control of our equipment thanks to the tools we are using."
Bebidas Del Paraguay
Cold Chain Supervisor
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Frequently asked questions
Wellington fan assemblies are complete, customised units, co-engineered by our experienced team specifically for your platform. This eliminates motor-blade integration work and design validation, reducing time to market and field rework.
Our three-phase sinusoidal commutated brushless DC motors minimize vibration and noise while delivering high efficiency. Paired with precision-engineered blades to create our fan assemblies, these are optimized for the demanding airflow and acoustic requirements of indoor heat pump installations.
As regulations evolve, productivity and performance are critical. Our motors deliver up to 74% efficiency, while our acoustic design helps you meet indoor noise standards and future-proofs your products for compliance.
Yes. AoFrio offers complete fan assemblies modified specifically for each OEM’s platform. Our experienced engineering team works directly with you to tailor performance, noise and design to your exact requirements.
Our motor and fan systems are tested to perform reliably across -30°C to +50°C, handling diverse installation environments. This wide range ensures consistent performance regardless of geographical or seasonal conditions.
Universal voltage (100–240V) lets you use Wellington motors globally, reducing SKU inventory and simplifying procurement. It also enhances durability against voltage transients, improving reliability and reducing warranty claims.
Our experienced team works directly with you throughout design and manufacturing, developing fans and motors as complete, optimized assemblies modified for each model — streamlining development and reducing your time to market.