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When purchasing an upblast fan for your commercial kitchen, there are several exhaust fan accessories you need. Some are required by law, while others make it easier and safer for personnel to access equipment for routine maintenance and cleaning.
Exhaust Fan Accessories Required By LawWhen installing a rooftop ventilator, you should familiarize yourself with the National Fire Protection Association’s fire code (NFPA 96) and check your local regulations.
The NFPA 96 fire codes require all commercial kitchens install a grease box, hinge kit, and access panel on all upblast exhaust fans.
Exhaust Fan Grease Box
The grease box is installed under the downspout on your exhaust fan. The grease box captures fats, grease, and oil run off from the fan. It is required because it is important to keep grease off of your rooftop. Continue reading
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
With their unique design and high quality construction, Omni Access Armor Duct Access Doors are an excellent choice for commercial kitchen exhaust systems. Not only do they provide access to your ductwork, they are also safer to install and operate than typical duct access doors. Continue reading
If you’re starting your own food truck business you have hundreds of decisions to consider, but one of the most important will be what type of ventilation system to install in your truck. Ventilation systems are the heart of any mobile kitchen, and they have to work hard in order to move a lot of smoke and debris out of a very cramped space. The best hoods are durable enough to handle the demands of a food truck kitchen, and efficiently keep the environment clean so you can do your best work. Continue reading
One of the most popular duct access doors on the market is the Flame Gard Access Door. It features a UL-listed, NFPA approved gasket that is rated to 2,300 degrees. Installing the Flame Gard door is simple and straightforward, so you’ll be able to get your duct system in compliance and easily accessible without a hassle.
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When it comes to cultivating a safe commercial kitchen space, everyone knows that counters must be scrubbed down and food products need to be handled properly.
But maintaining your exhaust hood system is just as important – if not more so – than almost anything else on your to-do list. The question is, how do you know when your system needs to be cleaned?
In the scope of kitchen exhaust cleaning, rooftop exhaust fans are an important and challenging part of the job. This is because there are more surfaces for grease to accumulate on such as fan blades and motor casing. And if it isn’t properly maintained, the system can fail due to heavy grease build up which puts stress on areas such as the fan motor, bearings and drive belt.
When cleaning fans, it is particularly important to make sure grease does not contaminate the roof. Grease and oil residue are detrimental to the roof and cause deterioration and structural damage including leaks, blistering, and cracks. They also pose a serious fire risk if left unaddressed. It’s important to make sure that no grease or oil washes off the roof during cleaning, which may result in environmental issues, code violations, and unsightly buildup around the exterior of the building.
The most common method used for cleaning upblast exhaust fans is pressure washing. Here are a few preventative steps you can take during routine exhaust fan cleanings to ensure the job is getting done effectively and efficiently without making a greasy mess of the roof.