1. Who invented the electric ceiling fan?
a) Philip H Diehl
b) Dr Schuyler Skaats
c) Ron Rezek
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The correct answer is Philip H Diehl .
Philip H Diehl, known as the father of the modern fan introduced
the electric ceiling fan in 1882. The personal electrical fan
was first introduced by Dr Schuyler Skaats Wheeler when he invented
the two-bladed desk fan. In the late 1800s, fans were only used
in business firms and rich households.
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Philip H Diehl, known as the father of the modern fan introduced
the electric ceiling fan in 1882. The personal electrical fan
was first introduced by Dr Schuyler Skaats Wheeler when he invented
the two-bladed desk fan. In the late 1800s, fans were only used
in business firms and rich households.
2. Where is the world's first Ceiling Fan Museum located?
a) London
b) Paris
c) Beijing
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The world's first Fan Museum is located at the Greenwich World
Heritage Site in South East London. Helene Alexander who was passionate
about fans, collected fans over the years and decided to open
a museum. The Museum has a collection of over 3,500 fans and fan
leaves from across the world. However to preserve the fans the
museum is not open throughout the year. Ever year 3 exhibitions
are held to showcase the glorious history of fans.
Correct!
The world's first Fan Museum is located at the Greenwich World
Heritage Site in South East London. Helene Alexander who was passionate
about fans, collected it over the years and decided to open a
museum. The Museum has a collection of over 3,500 fans and fan
leaves from across the world. However to preserve the fans the
museum is not open through out the year. Ever year 3 exhibitions
are held to showcase the glorious history of fans. .
3. Which ceiling fan company was known as Calcutta Electrical Manufacturing Company Ltd
in India?
a) Orient Fans
b) Polar
c) Usha
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The correct answer is Orient Fans .
Orient Fans started as a small company in Kolkata. In 1954, it
was incorporated by the Birla group. With two plants at Faridabad
and Kolkata, Orient Fans has a production capacity of over 3 million
units. In 1988, Orient was the first company to introduce automatic
coil winding, which enhanced the life of fans. Besides 3500 dealers
in India, Orient exports fans to 20 countries. .
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Orient Fans started as a small company in Kolkata. In 1954, it
was incorporated by the Birla group. With two plants at Faridabad
and Kolkata, Orient Fans has a production capacity of over 3 million
units. In 1988, Orient was the first company to introduce automatic
coil winding, which enhanced the life of fans. Besides 3500 dealers
in India, Orient exports fans to 20 countries. .
4. Which company in
India has tied up with Hunter Ceiling Fans of US?
a) Usha
International
b) Polar Fans
c) Ralco
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The correct answer is Hunter Group.
Usha International, a Siddharth Shriram group company started
manufacturing fans in 1948. Usha with its presence in 60 countries
tied up with Hunter, leading fan manufacturer in US to offer premium
fans under the brand Usha-Hunter. The father and son duo - John
and James Hunter made their first ceiling fan in 1886. Hunter
fans are known for their innovative designs and durability. These
fans can rotate in a clockwise and anti-clockwise direction so
it can be used in summers for cooling and in winters for warm
air. Some fans also have wooden blades.
Correct!
Usha International, a Siddharth Shriram group company started
manufacturing fans in 1948. Usha with its presence in 60 countries
tied up with Hunter, leading fan manufacturer in US to offer premium
fans under the brand Usha-Hunter. The father and son duo - John
and James Hunter made their first ceiling fan in 1886. Hunter
fans are known for their innovative designs and durability. These
fans can rotate in a clockwise and anti-clockwise direction so
it can be used in summers for cooling and in winters for warm
air. Some fans also have wooden blades.
5. The Modern
Ceiling Fan Company is known for fans designed by?
a) Dr Schuyler Skaats
b) Helene Alexander
c) Ron Rezek
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The correct answer is Ron Rezek .
Ron Rezek, founder of The Modern Fan Co, designed the world's
first contemporary-styled ceiling fan in 1986. He was granted
patent for the fan's design and mechanics. Ron has created a number
of innovative fans. In 1997, Ron started The Modern Fan Co in
Ashland, Oregon. The company develops and sells only contemporary
ceiling fans. In 2005, Ron introduced six new fan designs.
Correct!
Ron Rezek, founder of The Modern Fan Co, designed the world's
first contemporary-styled ceiling fan in 1986. He was granted
patent for the fan's design and mechanics. Ron has created a number
of innovative fans. In 1997, Ron started The Modern Fan Co in
Ashland, Oregon. The company develops and sells only contemporary
ceiling fans. In 2005, Ron introduced six new fan designs.
