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• Direct-drive performance — TP-series direct drive design reduces maintenance and keeps output consistent in demanding duty cycles.

• Massive airflow — moves up to 36,200 CFM (48″, 5 HP @ 880 RPM) to clear heat, insects, and fumes quickly in open, high-load environments.

• Extreme-duty construction — all-welded steel with a flared orifice for efficient, high-velocity discharge under tough conditions.

• Industrial handling built in — integrated forklift pockets and lifting eye speed staging, placement, and relocation on busy job sites.

• High-efficiency propeller — cast-aluminum, non-overloading airfoil blades deliver smooth, powerful, spark-resistant airflow.

• Durable finish — polyester powder coat resists corrosion and wear for long service life in harsh industrial environments.

• OSHA guard standard on every unit — shipped with OSHA-compliant guarding across all TP Bug Blaster models for safer operation in industrial settings.

• Motor readiness for industry — TE 3-phase standard with a Hazardous Location 3-phase model available for specialized applications.

• Built for the toughest sites — engineered for extreme duty on oil rigs, steel mills, and heavy industrial facilities.

Sizes & models (48″)

• All models are direct drive (no belts/pulleys) for lower maintenance and consistent high-velocity output.

• Standard diameter: 48″ (TP Bug Blaster configuration).

• Airflow (open air):

  • 3 HP @ 880 RPM: 32,700 CFM (TPBB4818T-X-900)

  • 5 HP @ 880 RPM: 36,200 CFM (TPBB4819T-X-900)

  • 5 HP @ 1170 RPM: 34,500 CFM (TPBB4819T-X-1200 / TPBB4819HL-X-1200)

• Propellers: High-efficiency, non-overloading cast aluminum airfoil blades.

Construction & finish

• Drive arrangement: Direct drive.

• Frame & orifice: All-welded steel with a flared orifice for efficient airflow.

• Guards: Heavy-gauge OSHA-compliant guard.

• Finish: Durable polyester powder coat.

• Origin: Made in USA (with domestic and foreign components)

• Handling features: Integrated forklift pockets and lifting eye for safe, easy placement in heavy industrial environments.

Motor types & horsepower range

• Standard motor: TE (Totally Enclosed) 3-phase; Hazardous Location (HL) 3-phase model available.

• Horsepower range: 3–5 HP (model-dependent).

• Notes: HL builds are made to order and not returnable; application suitability and wiring must meet codes.

Mounting flexibility

• Standard handling/mounting aids: Forklift pockets and lifting eye for rapid deployment on rigs, mills, and other heavy-duty sites.

• Custom mounting: See factory for application-specific brackets or integrations.

Triangle Engineering’s 48″ direct-drive TP Bug Blaster delivers high-velocity, reliable airflow for demanding environments. Ideal for oil & gas drilling rigs, steel mills, mining operations, and other heavy industrial sites requiring precision air movement and rugged construction.

Oil & gas drilling and service rigs

• Rig floor and V-door cooling

• Shale shaker and mud pump rooms

• Generator, utility, and doghouse ventilation

• Laydown yard/staging airflow for crews and equipment

Steel and metals

• Melt shops, caster platforms, and rolling lines

• Furnace charging and slag bays

• Scrap/recycle infeed and shear stations

• Bay doors and crane cabs for heat relief and fume dilution

Mining & aggregates

• Crusher houses and screening decks

• Conveyor transfer points and load-out areas

• Maintenance shops and mobile equipment bays

• Portal and shaft collar ventilation assist

Heavy manufacturing & fabrication

• Foundries, forge shops, and fabrication bays

• Shipyards and railcar/rolling stock facilities

• Large welding booths and paint prep (as allowed by code)

Utilities & power

• Turbine halls and boiler rooms

• Transformer yards and switchgear buildings

• Cooling-tower service areas and pump rooms

Waste, recycling & materials recovery

• Shredder bays, MRF lines, and compactor areas

• Transfer stations and tipping floors

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Placement notes

• Aim the 48″ direct-drive discharge to wash the work zone or opening for high-velocity spot cooling and fume dilution.

• For wide spans, stagger multiple units and adjust elevation/angle to cover the target area.

• Direct-drive reliability: no belts or pulleys—fewer wear items and consistent output in demanding duty cycles.

• Serious airflow: up to 36,200 CFM (48″, 5 HP @ 880 RPM) to move heat and contamination fast in large industrial spaces.

• OSHA guard included: ships with OSHA-compliant guarding on every model for safer operation.

• Built for extreme duty: all-welded steel construction, flared orifice for efficient discharge, and a polyester powder-coated finish.

• Easy to stage and relocate: integrated forklift pockets and lifting eye streamline handling on busy sites.

• Industry-ready motors: TE (Totally Enclosed) 3-phase standard, with a Hazardous Location 3-phase model available when the application requires it.

• Made in the USA: built in Arkansas with a mix of domestic and foreign components for fast support and parts availability.

We recognize that not every job can use a stock model. When your application calls for something beyond the catalog, we tailor the TP Bug Blaster—motors, voltages, mounting, controls, and finishes—to your environment to meet performance, safety, and compliance targets. Beyond standard specs and finishes, our engineers partner with you to deliver fans that excel in performance, reliability, and longevity, even in the most demanding industrial conditions.

Examples of our custom services

Non-standard diameters (project-based)
While the TP Bug Blaster is a 48″ direct-drive platform, we can evaluate adjacent builds (e.g., within the TP family) or project-specific diameters when your application requires it.

Motor and drive configurations (direct drive only)
Choose from application-specific motor packages and horsepower selections (e.g., 3–15 HP options, inverter-/VFD-ready, high-ambient, hazardous location). Where available, we can source specialty motors (chemical duty, arctic duty, etc.) to match your environment and controls strategy.

Electrical and voltage options
Alternative voltages and frequencies can be reviewed (e.g., 50/60 Hz, regional voltages). We’ll help align motor selection with your available power, starters, or VFDs.

Controls and wiring packages
Factory-mounted disconnects, cordsets, junction boxes, and VFD or starter panel pairings can be configured to simplify installation and commissioning.

Mounting and integration
We can design custom mounting plates, brackets, or interface patterns to match existing structures, stands, or enclosure frames—reducing field fabrication and install time.

Special bolt patterns and anchoring
If you’re tying into existing bolt circles or base hole patterns, we’ll align mounting geometry to your site conditions for a clean, drop-in fit.

Finish and environmental protection
Beyond our standard polyester powder coat colors, we can evaluate specialty colors or material selections (aluminum/stainless steel) based on corrosion exposure, washdown routines, or cleanliness requirements.

Hazardous location builds
Hazardous-location (HL) motor packages are available on request. These builds are engineered and made to order; overall hazardous-atmosphere suitability depends on the complete installation and must meet local, state, and national codes.

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Whether you need minor tweaks to our standard design or a purpose-engineered solution, our team will collaborate on the details, airflow, throw distance, controls, mounting, and safety, to meet your exact performance and compliance targets. Ready to spec your build? Contact Triangle Engineering and we’ll get an engineering review started.