Frequently Asked Quastions

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What is The Zula System and what is it used for?

The Zula System is an advanced mechanical ventilation solution designed to improve air circulation and indoor air quality in structures such as sheds, barns, chicken coops, and Residential Home garages.

Sheds and garages often suffer from stagnant air, which can lead to mold growth and the buildup of allergens. The Zula System addresses this by using a powerful fan configuration: two intake fans pull fresh air into the space, while one exhaust fan pushes stale air out. This continuous airflow helps eliminate stagnant air and airborne particles throughout the entire structure.

Powered by solar energy, the system operates independently of your main electrical supply—eliminating the need for wiring, permits, or ongoing utility costs. With a total airflow capacity of 630 CFM (cubic feet per minute), the Zula System effectively reaches all corners of the space to maintain a cleaner, healthier environment.

How did you come up with the idea?

I write about it in my Blog on my website. The Zula system came up as part of working in the garage and talking with friends about, “wouldn’t it be nice to have … “ kind of talks. After about 1 year, I spent more time in my garage when the door was closed and noticed the windows in the top row of the garage door and figured that would be a great place to get some air in. since its high enough from water to get in, small enough for thieves to get in and if I can fill in the space, no other insects will be able to come in, especially snakes, I do not get a long with Snakes.

Using my local hardware store, I started building model units from wood, buying fans and calculating power usages for the fan and mounting options. Long story short, I used local manufacturing companies in my area and built The Zula solution with the help of local garage door service companies and Shed builders to better understand the need.

I wrote a blog on my website www.mobenosolarsolutions.com make sure to check it out

Why not use the roofing vent or gable vent in a shed?

in order to get air ventilation there are few options to get the air to move, Passive or Mechanical. Passive means it is waiting for a windy day to move the air and Mechanical means it is a motorized solution, to operate a fan, blower or other type of wind flow

The Roofing or gable vents are a passive solution, just like opening windows at the house across from each other, you will need to have a windy day and hopefully create that air flow.

With a Mechanical solution, you are forcing the air to flow and keep moving. Just like in a river, it is not recommended to touch or drink the standing water, you want to be in the river flowing water since they can’t build any bacteria in the water.

What about bird nest or other insects getting into the Shed or Garage?

The Zula System is constructed with an ABS plastic that seals the fans and in the front it is covered by the solar panel. The solar panel has a 2-3 inch opening at the bottom to allow for the air to move in and out. The Solar panel activates the fans as long as there is day light, not only a direct sun, but indirect day light can also provide enough solar power to activate the fans. The fan blades are very small in order to be powerful enough to move the air and are about an inch and a quarter (1.25”) long. the Zula system has the ability to have an air filter on the back or the front to create another layer of filtered air flow as well as protection from other insects going in between the blades.

The unit is mounted at the top of the shed or top panel of the garage door, meaning that a bird should be smaller than an inch and a quarter (1.25”) to go in or build a nest in a daily moving fan

Also, when you are traveling or away from the shed or Garage, the system still ventilate the room.

What temperature difference should I expect with the Zula system?

The Zula System is a ventilation solution, not an air conditioner. It uses strategically placed fans to circulate air and reduce indoor heat buildup—similar to how a room fan helps cool a space by improving airflow.

In our real-world testing, we compared two identical two-car garages located side by side, both facing the same direction and under the same conditions. One garage was equipped with the Zula System; the other was not.

Here’s what we observed:

The garage with the Zula System consistently stayed 20–25°F cooler than the outside temperature during the hottest parts of the day.
In the garage without the Zula System, temperatures spiked rapidly between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
In contrast, the garage with the Zula System showed a much slower temperature increase, taking 6–8 hours to reach 80°F—even during peak summer heat in August.

This slower rise and lower peak temperature make a significant difference in comfort and can help protect stored items from heat damage.

What should I do after i install the Zula System?

After installing your Zula System, follow these simple steps to ensure it operates efficiently:

Check the Solar Panel Positioning:
Make sure the solar panel is angled toward direct sunlight, ideally facing south (in the Northern Hemisphere). Clear away any debris or shading that could block sunlight.
Inspect Fan Operation:
Once the panel receives sunlight, confirm that the intake and exhaust fans are spinning. The system is designed to run automatically when solar power is available—no switches or manual controls are needed.
Secure Wiring and Components:
Double-check that all wiring is securely connected and tucked away to prevent damage or obstruction.
Monitor Performance During Sunny Hours:
Observe the system during peak daylight to confirm strong airflow and proper ventilation. You should feel fresh air entering and stale air exiting the structure.
Perform Routine Maintenance:
Every few months, wipe down the fan grills and solar panel to remove dust or dirt that might reduce efficiency. No advanced maintenance is required.
Register Your Product:
Visit mobenosolarsolutions.com to register your product and access warranty support or future updates.

What are other Air ventilation solutions are available for the Garage or Shed?

There are many options to consider in ventilating a garage or Shed but you need to evaluate the power source first for any mechanical solution. Unless you counting on keeping the windows open year round. Here are some of the options I came across, I also listed them in my website blog

Open a window or the Garage door - remember my answer about insects, thieves and what to do when you away??
Ceiling fan or Floor Fan – the air may be circulating, but it is kept within the room, there is no air replacement to bring new air in and get the old air outside
Install an Air Condition – remember costs, permits, running cables and power lines as well as making sure the room has to be fully insulated to preserve utility bills and keep the room temperature
Exhaust fans – similar to an air conditioning, it does pull the air out of the room , but brings in new air only when the garage door is opened or shed windows and doors are open wide to create the air circulation.

what is the future of the Zula system?

At Mobeno, innovation doesn’t stop after installation. We're committed to continuously improving the Zula Ventilation System by actively listening to feedback from customers, industry professionals, and installers.

Our goal is to make the Zula System smarter, easier to install, and more adaptable to different use cases. We’re currently working with users to understand how they use their sheds or garages, what features they value most, and what improvements they’d like to see. This real-world feedback directly shapes our product development.

Looking ahead, we’re exploring ways to integrate the Zula System into new shed and garage designs—either as a built-in option at the manufacturing level or as a seamless retrofit. We're open to partnerships and custom integrations to make Zula a standard feature in modern outdoor structures, offering homeowners a truly unique ventilation solution.

Meet the Zula

During COVID we realized that regardless to the size of your home, we could always use more space to do our thing... Hobbies, workshop, fix/improve our toys (small or big), get together with friends or just chilling

Zula means chilling/ relaxing

The garage space is another key room in our home even if we use it for parking or storage, it is one of the main entry way to the home and when we are not using it, its circulating the air!

The Shed is growing to be that other room, not only for our tools storage, but also a place to hangout and when we are not using it, its circulating the air!

At MOBENO, we want to change the way we look at garage spaces, we want to make sure the garage is also utilized as an important room in the house from protecting our belongings to ensure its another clean and healthy room to use

Part of any new innovative solution, I am trying very hard to work with subject matter experts, home owners, installers, manufactures and other experienced individuals to learn and improve air quality in the garage or shed. I would love to hear back your feedback, thoughts, suggestions