Tag: commercial hood filters

Flame Gard Type III Hood Filter

The performance of any commercial kitchen ventilation system relies heavily on the type of hood filters you use. If you want to maximize your filter’s available capture area and increase the free area of your hood filter, there’s nothing better than Flame Gard Type III frameless hood filters.

Flame Gard frameless filters are designed to get grease out of your ventilation system before it has a chance to enter the ductwork. As with most grease hood filters, the Flame Gard frameless filter uses baffles to divert and collect fats, oils and grease effluent from a variety of cooking applications from griddles to grills and woks to fryers. Once the grease is collected, it can be easily removed.

Having the proper hood filter installed plays an important role in the effectiveness, efficiency, and the safety of your commercial kitchen. The Flame Gard frameless filter offers some unique benefits to your ventilation system. Learn more about this filter and check out our brief Flame Gard Frameless Hood Filters Review video to find out if it’s right for you. Continue reading →

Captrate Hood Filter

The first thing to know about Captrate Hood Filters is that they are specifically designed for use with CaptiveAire Exhaust Hoods. They cannot be used with other commercial kitchen vent hoods.

This is because of a pre-installed hanging hook that is built into the design that would just get in the way with other set-ups. And if you do have a CaptiveAire hood ventilation system, there’s a whole lot more to know about the benefits of using this filter. Continue reading →

Baffle Filters

With so many different types and styles of baffle filters to choose from, one of the most common questions we get at HoodFilters.com is “which filter is right for me”.

The answer to that question depends on the cooking environment and how much you want to spend to ensure durability and corrosion resistance. When it comes to durability, the main factor to consider is how the filter is constructed.

There are two primary construction options: welded and riveted.

Both hood filter types do an effective job of collecting grease, however, each type offers unique attributes that may be better suited for one commercial kitchen than the other. Continue reading →

Trine Baffle Filter

For over 50 years, the Trine baffle filter has been one of the most popular commercial kitchen grease filters on the market. With a solid enclosed construction, this filter is built to withstand the rigors of any kitchen environment.

A unique feature of the Trine filter is its ridged baffles which are designed to aid in grease removal. In addition, the entire line of Trine baffle filters are UL listed and NFPA approved so you can rest assured they will meet local fire codes and insurance requirements. Continue reading →

EZ Kleen Metal Mesh Filter

Air filters are some of the true workhorses in any commercial kitchen. When you consider the sophistication of a restaurant ventilation system, your air filters become an integral part of maintaining a viable cooking and eating environment.

One of the most popular items we offer at HoodFilters.com are EZ Kleen metal mesh filters for commercial make up air units. They provide everything you need in a filter including easy cleaning, great performance and affordability. Continue reading →

Trine Baffle Filter
When it comes to choosing the right baffle filter for your restaurant or commercial kitchen, there are three features to compare: material, design and construction.

Baffle filter material is usually the most important feature to consider and the right material depends on a few things. Are you looking for value over longevity? Is appearance important? Are you cooking in a high volume kitchen?
The good news is, there are only three material types to choose from: stainless steel, galvanized steel or aluminum. Continue reading →

The Hood Filter Magnet Test

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Stainless steel is by far the most popular material used for baffle hood filters. It’s everything you want in a baffle filter – long lasting, durable, corrosion resistant and visually attractive with it’s bright shiny finish.

When choosing a stainless steel baffle filter, keep in mind that all stainless steel is not created equal. There are varying grades of metal used that impact corrosion resistance – which is one of the most important features of any hood filter.

While different grades of stainless steel do have some visual distinctions, the simplest way to determine stainless steel quality, is by performing a magnet test. Continue reading →

Flame Gard Type II Hood Filter

Safety, performance, efficiency and code compliance are all important factors when selecting a hood filter. Reduce grease buildup in your hood system and help extinguish your chances of a grease fire by choosing the Flame Gard Type II hood filter as your kitchen’s first line of defense.

Unsurpassed Performance

The Flame Gard Type II is known for its unsurpassed grease capturing, flame blocking, and air flowing performance. It is an extremely durable baffle filter that never needs replacing. It offers trouble-free operation and is UL tested and classified, NSF listed, and meets NFPA 96 requirements.

Flame Gard Type II filters are constructed of high quality solid stainless steel and weigh about twice as much as comparable filters. They provide a positive flame barrier and are designed to handle high-heat, high grease applications. The filter maintains its structural integrity even when directly exposed to flames and can withstand temperatures in excess of 2200°F. Continue reading →

Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Hood Grease Cups

Exhaust hoods are an essential investment in any commercial kitchen. The needs of a commercial kitchen place high demands on a hood capable of filtering out grease, dirt and other possible contaminants.

The most effective hoods are designed to incorporate other components to further increase the efficiency of your filtering system. Among these accessories are grease cups, also known as grease trays.

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Commercial Kitchen Ventilation

A kitchen ventilation system is as important to the safety and functioning of a commercial kitchen as the cooking appliances. The ventilation system maintains a balance between air that’s removed and fresh air that’s returned to the kitchen. It also offers built-in fire suppression features, ensuring the safety of everyone and everything in the workspace.

The process of ventilating a commercial kitchen is tricky. Air has to move through ductwork swiftly and efficiently. The placement of venting equipment requires thoughtful consideration because most industrial kitchens don’t have unused space.

The purpose of any kitchen ventilation system is to remove contaminates in the air by drawing them out through an exhaust fan. After contaminates are removed from the kitchen, fresh air from outside re-circulates back inside.

Since the upblast exhaust fan draws out contaminants, another system must bring fresh air back inside. The system that replaces extracted air is called a make-up air supply unit. It sucks up fresh air from outside and brings clean air inside. These two components are the most essential parts of a commercial kitchen ventilation system.

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