Ventus 4.0

Power, Technology & Design

The Ventus 4.0 is the result of intensive studies on shape and performance, resulting in radical changes. A compact product to facilitate maintenance and service. VENTUS 4.0 strikes a unique balance between the amount of snow produced and the amount of energy it consumes.

Best-in-class performance: Snow production up to 118 Yd³/h (90 m³/h)
27 hp (20 kW) power consumption
Stylistic design combines functionality and style

Technical Highlights

Compact zinc-coated chassis and legs with wheels
Lifting device directly on the frame of the snow gun for a convenient and safe transport by the snow groomer
Compact design with low over all weight
FRP (fiberglass composite) barrel with aluminum blade
Aluminum nozzle ring
Water module integrated in the nozzle ring
Stainless steel water nozzles and brass alloy nucleators
360° rotation controlled manually or electronically
Automatic or manual height adjustment between 0° and 45°
Oil-free compressor
LED indicator lights built into the casing
Force-ventilated weather station
User-friendly access to water filter and water module
Minimal noise

Automatic functions

Software and operating system available in various languages
Fully automatic snow production when operated in a network or in isolation
7” color touchscreen showing water temperature, pressure, water flow, snow quality, air temperature, humidity, electrical consumption as well as statistical data
Programmable oscillation from 10° to 330° as well as automatic height adjustment
Wind-tracking function integrates with Snowvisual control software (applies to tower- and inclined-elevator-mounted snowguns)

Technical data

Air flow	21 CFM
Maximal snow production	118 Yd³/h 90 m³/h
Total input power	26.8 HP 20 kW
Maximal water flow	143 GPM 9 l/s
Operation water pressure	115-725 PSI 8-50 bar
Water filter	60 US-Mesh 250 μm
Weight fan gun (incl.chassis)	1563 lbs 709 kg

Configurations

VENTUS 4.0 AMK

Automatic mobile fan gun with compressor

VENTUS 4.0 AS/ASK

With or without compressor mounted on winch tower

VENTUS 4.0 AT/ATK

With or without compressor mounted on fixed tower

VENTUS 4.0 on arm

VENTUS MMK

Manual mobile fan gun with compressor