New York, NY, May 1st, 2008 – Hammacher Schlemmer announces the selection of the Best Tabletop Fan, chosen over other models in tests by the Hammacher Schlemmer Institute for its superior air velocity, quietness, ease of use, and features.

The Hammacher Schlemmer Institute’s research team conducts extensive side-by-side testing of products using carefully controlled variables. After testing is complete, all of the products are rated on specific attributes such as functionality and durability.

The Best Tabletop Fan produced the greatest air velocity, circulating up to 55% more air than lesser models and providing superior cooling. Despite its high velocity, the fan did not produce excessive noise, emitting only 3.5 decibels, while other fans produced as much as 4.94 decibels.

“Many of the fans that recorded high scores for velocity also produced excessive noise,” explained Tara-Ann Dugan, Supervisor of Product Research. “But the Best Tabletop Fan generated modest decibel levels, even at the highest setting.”

The Best Tabletop Fan’s 47-watt motor spins the four 12-inch blades up to 1,550 rpm, and it oscillates 80º and tilts 15º to provide an expansive room-filling breeze. The easy-to-follow instruction manual enabled a simple, 10-minute assembly, and the metal grill removes to allow thorough cleaning of the blades.

The Best Tabletop Fan has a metal stand and housing, 11"-diam. base for optimal stability, and rubber feet to protect tabletop surfaces. It is available from Hammacher Schlemmer for $59.95. For more information, please visit www.hammacher.com or call 1-800-543-3366.

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Hammacher Schlemmer is America’s longest running catalog, offering the Best, the Only, and the Unexpected since 1848. The company provides unique products that solve problems or represent the only one of their kind, and backs its products by a rather famous Lifetime Guarantee of Complete Satisfaction. Hammacher Schlemmer’s innovative offerings are available through its catalog, online at www.hammacher.com, and at its landmark store on East 57th Street in New York City.