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The Bayer BVF520 is a heavy duty extractor ventilation fan built for confined space work on construction and excavation sites. Rated at 560W with a 305mm (12″) blade and an airflow capacity of 56m3/min, it moves serious volumes of air quickly, clearing fumes, dust, and stale air from enclosed spaces and replacing it with fresh air where it is needed most.
Portable and straightforward to set up, the BVF520 runs on standard 240V power and comes with a 5m flexible hose for directing airflow precisely where it is needed. The rugged housing and safety guards are built to handle the conditions of an active worksite, and the single-speed operation keeps it simple to use without specialist knowledge.
Because it is electrically powered, there are no direct emissions at the point of use, making it a practical and compliant choice for indoor and below-ground environments where diesel-powered equipment is not suitable. At 76dB it operates at a manageable noise level for most urban worksites across Melbourne and Victoria.
Available for hire alongside Altrax’s broader fleet of compact excavation and material handling equipment, the BVF520 is regularly paired with mini excavator and tracked carrier hire for basement and confined space projects.
| Specification | Bayer BVF520 560W 305mm |
|---|---|
| Rated Input Power | 560W |
| Voltage | 240V 50/60Hz |
| Size | 305mm |
| Speed | Single |
| RPM | 2800rpm |
| Air Flow | 56m³/min |
| Noise Level | 76dB |
Australian workplace health and safety regulations require that workers in confined spaces have access to safe, breathable air at all times. On basement excavations, below-ground fit-outs, and enclosed construction environments, natural airflow is often insufficient, and fumes, dust, and carbon dioxide can build up quickly, creating a serious risk to the crew on site.
The Bayer BVF520 addresses this directly. With 56m3 of airflow per minute and a 5m hose for targeted extraction, it keeps air moving continuously through spaces where ventilation would otherwise be a compliance problem. For Melbourne contractors working on basement digs and confined site environments, having the right ventilation equipment on hire alongside the excavation plant is not just good practice, it is a site safety requirement.
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