Structure ventilation system and method

Abstract

A ventilation system having a cylindrical reducer, a pair of adjustable structural supports and a ceiling electrical box concentrically mounted to the structural supports. The electrical box is configured to support the weight of a ceiling fan assembly. The pair of adjustable structural supports include a first member and a second member that pass through the reducer. The members are hollow so that a first slidable strut extends from within a first end of the first member to a desired length and the second slidable strut extends from within an opposing second end of the first member to a desired length. Similarly, second member is hollow so that a third slidable strut extends from within a first end of second member to a desired length and fourth slidable strut extends from within an opposing second end of second member to a desired length.

Description

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]1. Field of the Invention[0002]The present invention relates generally to ventilation systems for structures, and more specifically to a novel vent apparatus for installation of a ceiling fan and / or light assembly that increases air circulation within a room.[0003]2. Description of the Prior Art[0004]It is common in the construction industry to install a number of vents in the ceiling for the distribution of air within a structure. A vent is placed in each room and a properly sized air duct supplies air of the desired temperature. The ventilation system functions to heat and cool a space as well as controlling air quality such as humidity. Accordingly, it is important function that the ventilation system be as efficient as possible. However, typically the location of air vents is not in the center of a room but rather in a corner or along the edge of the room. The ceiling space in the center of the room is typically reserved for a fan and / or light as...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

[0014]It is therefore a primary object of the invention to provide an improved ventilation that improves air circulation within a room using a standard electrical ceiling box well known in the industry for mounting ceiling fan kits.

[0015]Another object of the present invention to provide an improved ventilation system that can be easily retrofitted to an existing heating and air conditioning system.

[0016]Another object of the present invention to provide an improved ventilation system that can support a significant structural load from a fan and / or light assembly.

[0017]Another object of the present invention to provide an improved ventilation system that is aesthetically pleasing.

Problems solved by technology

Therefore, the conditioned air is not distributed efficiently throughout the room but rather “hot” and “cold” spots are created.

A shortcoming of this prior art is that the motor is susceptible to condensation from cool air and electrical damage because it is located within the air duct.

Images