Broan-NuTone 682 Duct-Free Ventilation Fan for Ceiling or Wall

Broan's Duct-Free Ventilation Fan: Enhancing Home Comfort

In the midst of the Great Depression, two ambitious young men emerged, each launching products that would significantly impact the housing industry. In 1932, Henry Broan developed and manufactured the Motordor Fan, a kitchen ventilation system that provided quiet and efficient airflow. This creation led to the establishment of Broan-NuTone LLC. Four years later, in 1936, J. Ralph Corbett introduced a melodious door chime, replacing the obnoxious door buzzers of the time, and founded NuTone, Inc.

Both Broan and Corbett, based in the Midwest, started their companies with a single product and a small team. Over time, they expanded their businesses, creating innovative products that delivered unmatched conveniences for homeowners nationwide. As global competitors, Broan and NuTone continued to provide superior, cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of consumers.

In 1981, Broan Mfg. Co., Inc. was acquired by Nortek, Inc., becoming the lead company of Nortek's Residential Building Products Group, known as the Broan Group. During this period, NuTone was sold to Scovill Manufacturing in 1967 and later acquired by Williams plc in 1991. In 1998, Nortek acquired NuTone, merging it with the Broan Group and renaming the entity the Broan-NuTone Group. In 2000, Broan Mfg. Co., Inc. transitioned to Broan-NuTone LLC, with NuTone Inc., Aubrey Manufacturing, Inc., and Rangaire LP as subsidiaries.

Today, Broan-NuTone LLC, headquartered in Hartford, Wisconsin, employs over 3,200 people across eight countries on three continents. It is the largest producer of residential ventilation products in North America, offering a diverse range of solutions, including range hoods, ventilation fans, indoor air quality products, chimes, central vacuums, intercom systems, medicine cabinets, electric heaters, whole-house fans, paddle fans, and more.

One of Broan-NuTone's standout products is the Duct-Free Ventilation Fan, designed to enhance home comfort and indoor air quality. This versatile fan helps eliminate humidity, tobacco smoke, and cooking odors by circulating air past a replaceable activated charcoal filter. The compact design allows for easy installation between ceiling joists or wall studs, with a minimum construction space requirement of just 2 x 4 inches.

The Duct-Free Ventilation Fan features a plug-in, permanently lubricated motor with a Broan-designed polymeric blower wheel for reliable, high-quality operation. The motor assembly snaps in and out, making cleaning a breeze without the need for any tools. The torsion springs grille mounting system allows for quick and easy installation, while the paintable polymeric grilles enable seamless integration with your existing home decor.

With its versatility, efficiency, and user-friendly design, the Broan Duct-Free Ventilation Fan is the perfect solution for enhancing indoor air quality and comfort in any home. As a testament to Broan-NuTone's legacy of innovation and customer-centric approach, this product continues to deliver unmatched convenience and value to homeowners nationwide.

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