Tag: commercial kitchen exhaust

NFPA 96 Guide Part 1

Welcome to the first installment of our three-part series dedicated to navigating the complexities of NFPA 96 and its pivotal role in ensuring safety and compliance in commercial kitchen exhaust systems. In this series, we explore the essentials of commercial kitchen hood systems, grease removal, ducts, access doors, upblast exhaust fans, and hinge kits—each component playing a crucial role in mitigating fire hazards and enhancing kitchen efficiency. This opening blog focuses on “Exhaust Systems and Grease Removal,” laying the foundation for understanding how these critical systems and practices keep your kitchen safe and compliant. Stay tuned for the subsequent entries, where we’ll explore additional components and maintenance practices essential for NFPA 96 compliance. Be sure to check out the other blogs in this series for a comprehensive understanding of how to achieve and maintain safety standards in your commercial kitchen. Continue reading →

 

Commercial Vent Hood Cleaning System Tips

We’ve collected a few simple commercial vent hood cleaning tips to help you keep your restaurant clean and free of grease. Following these will help make sure your equipment is able to work properly, perform efficiently, and even last longer. 5-tips-fats-oils-grease Continue reading →

Watch this short video to learn about what a commercial kitchen hood system perforated supply plenum is.

Note: The Perforated Supply Plenum and AC vent work together to introduce make-up air near the hood and direct air downward into the capture area of the hood.

If you have any questions about the different components of your commercial kitchen exhaust hood system, give us a call at 877.394.9731, email us, or visit us online at HoodFilters.com. Our product specialists are always happy to help!

Low Profile Vent Hoods for Low Ceilings

Commercial kitchens come in all sizes so it’s safe to say that not every restaurant or facility will have the same commercial hood system needs. Larger kitchens will need a hood and fan that can handle full scale cooking operations. Smaller kitchens and food trucks don’t necessarily need that much power. Furthermore, the size of the kitchen doesn’t warrant it.

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OmniStandardSuperHinge3Looking for one of the best exhaust fan hinge kits on the market? The original Omni Super Hinge is a durable, versatile workhorse of a hinge that comes with a lifetime warranty.

But what is a hinge kit, and why exactly does my exhaust fan need one? If you already know and just want to hear about the Omni Super Hinge, then you can skip the next part. Otherwise, read on to learn more! Continue reading →


It’s not here yet, but colder weather is right around the corner. If you own a mobile kitchen or concession truck, we’ve got a few winter tips to help you avoid potential problems with your vehicle and your food truck ventilation system. Even if you live in a climate that doesn’t allow your food truck to stay open all winter, a lot of these suggestions will still apply.

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Whether you’re putting your food truck in storage until warmer weather returns, focusing on catering and indoor events, or simply changing your menu around, now is a great time to get your vehicle and your food truck ventilation system back in perfect working order. Continue reading →

exhaust fan access panels

What is a Flame Gard exhaust fan access panel and why should you install one? Exhaust fan access panels play a crucial role in keeping your commercial kitchen ventilation system properly cleaned and maintained.

Exhaust fan clean out access ports help you access concealed and hard to reach areas of your fan. Plus, they are required by the National Fire Protection Association. Flame Gard access panels aren’t just an affordable way to comply, they are super easy to install. Continue reading →

make up air supply unit
Your vent hood and exhaust fan are in place and now you’re ready to install your make-up air fan. If you’ve purchased our economy make-up air fan, here is what you need to know about correctly setting it up to replace your exhaust air.

Check Your Equipment

Before installing any new commercial kitchen equipment, you should always closely inspect the equipment both inside and out. Also confirm that all accessory items are damage free and accounted for. Continue reading →

Kleen Gard Stainless Steel Hood FilterKleen Gard stainless steel hood filters are one of our most popular and long lasting filters. And now, with free express shipping*, you’ll receive your order of Kleen Gard filters in only three business days or less!

Sometimes free shipping just means you’re paying a higher price for the item ― but not at HoodFilters.com. Not only do these hood filters ship fast and free, they come with our 150% lowest price guarantee. Plus, there’s no minimum order and no promotional code. That means your order for Kleen Gard stainless steel hood filters will always qualify for free express shipping. Continue reading →

How Makeup Air Units Work?

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Make Up Air Supply UnitMakeup air units provide many benefits to commercial kitchens including a more comfortable environment. This helps keep both customers and employees happy. Let’s take a closer look at how makeup air units do this.

What is a commercial kitchen makeup air supply unit?

Most restaurant owners and commercial kitchen personnel focus on what type of commercial kitchen ventilation equipment they will need to remove smoke, grease, and contaminated air. But they don’t always consider how they will replace the air they are removing. Continue reading →