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Venture Clienting with ebm-papst – Shape the Future of Advanced Fan Silencing

ebm-papst is looking for partners to develop next-generation silencing solutions for large axial fan installations—delivering strong noise reduction while keeping efficiency impacts low. Selected innovators gain access to ebm-papst’s test environment and acoustic measurement capabilities for rapid PoCs and a clear path toward scalable collaboration. 

Who can participate? 

All innovators working on advanced silencer systems with a functional or testable approach— including startups, scaleups, established technology companies, research teams, and independent engineering groups. 
If your concept can be validated with measurable data (noise reduction and efficiency impact) and is suitable for outdoor, real-world installations, it is in scope.

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Process 

ebm papst follows a structured Venture Client process to evaluate, compare and pilot different solution approaches. 

1. Application via Platform 

Solution providers submit their application through the ekipa platform until the deadline. 

2. Get-to-Know Conversations 

Short digital sessions (30–45 minutes) with selected providers to: 

  • clarify open questions 
  • understand your silencing concept, current maturity and reference deployments 
  • discuss integration with large axial fan installations, including interface/mounting logic and available performance data 
  • outline a first PoC idea (test setup, roles, timeline) and discuss expected value and early assumptions 

This step ensures both sides know what a collaboration could look like. 

3. Kick-Off Workshop & Scoping 

Selected providers join an on-site or virtual workshop to: 

  • align on success criteria (technical, commercial, and validation-related) 
  • define the target application envelope together with ebm-papst (fan type/size range, outdoor conditions, key operating points) 
  • specify mechanical integration of your silencing concept with the fan setup (interfaces, mounting, structural loads, footprint) 
  • agree on how to measure and compare results, including noise reduction and pressure-loss / efficiency impact, and required test setups 
  • clarify responsibilities, milestones and expected deliverables on both sides 
  • finalize the PoC scope, timeline, setup and potential costs 

The outcome is a clear joint plan for the PoC. 

4. Boost Phase 

The Proof-of-concept (PoC) should run around 4-8 weeks and focuses on: 

  • validating noise reduction performance of your solution in a comparable setup, ideally using ebm-papst’s acoustic measurement capabilities 
  • assessing pressure loss / efficiency impact and key trade-offs (noise vs. pressure drop vs. size/weight) 
  • collecting structured measurement data (e.g., noise metrics, operating points, pressure drop indicators) to populate and refine the ebm-papst evaluation matrix 
  • testing integration and operability in realistic conditions, including mounting/handling, outdoor robustness assumptions, and any control elements (if applicable) 
  • deriving first business insights such as expected benefits versus today’s silencers (e.g., installation/logistics effort, footprint/weight advantages, indicative cost drivers) 

5. Rollout Evaluation & Next Steps 

Based on PoC performance, ebm papst decides on: 

  • extension of the PoC  
  • possible co-development steps 
  • commercial model and scaling roadmap