#$%^&*AU2013263811B220180315.pdf#####Abstract A portable blower (1), and a fan (7) for such a blower, are disclosed in which a plurality of blades (32, 132, 232) extend from one side of a generally flat fan disc (30, 130, 230). The blades are swept rearwardly relative to the intended direction of rotation of the fan disc. The blades extend from the disc and are tilted transversely and in the direction of rotation of the disc. The tilt arises either due to manufacture or rotation of the disc and constitutes an air scoop for the fan. 2939AI-A TT23 232Q