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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 →

How to Keep Your Commercial Kitchen Ventilation in Top Shape

 

The efficiency and safety of your commercial kitchen ventilation system are critical. In fact, not only does a well-maintained hood and ventilation system ensure a comfortable and safe working environment, it also plays an important role in the longevity of your kitchen equipment. Ensuring your hood and vent system is in top condition not only contributes to a healthier work environment, it also helps you stay in compliance with safety regulations. At HoodFilters.com, we understand the importance of keeping your kitchen running smoothly and safely. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of products designed to meet all your commercial kitchen ventilation needs. From hood filters and upblast exhaust fans to grease containment systems and hood cleaning supplies, we’ve got you covered. With that in mind, let’s take a look at how you can keep your commercial hood systems functioning at its best with the right care and products. Continue reading →

rooftop grease containment

Fats, Oils, and Grease

If your restaurant or commercial kitchen cooking appliances produce any grease, fat or oil, the vapors from your cooking will discharge along with the air you are exhausting through your upblast exhaust fan. If your exhaust fan is located on a roof, it is required to have some form of a grease containment system installed. Learn more about why rooftop grease containment is required and the variety of options available to you for keeping your ventilation system in compliance with rules and regulations including the NFPA 96 fire code. Continue reading →

 

It doesn’t take harsh chemicals to get a greasy, dirty commercial kitchen really clean. In fact, you can actually save both time and money using environmentally conscious restaurant cleaning products that get the job done without dangerous acids, caustics, solvents and surfactants.

If you’re looking for a safe replacement to help you keep everything from your commercial vent hood to your rooftop free of grime and grease buildup, here’s what you need to know about the top 4 eco-friendly green restaurant cleaning products.

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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.

Centrifugal Upblast Exhaust FanExhaust Fan Accessories Required By Law

When 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 →

Grease Gutter Sidekick

No matter what type of kitchen is being ventilated, having a rooftop grease containment system like the Grease Gutter Sidekick installed isn’t an option – it’s a necessity. So what exactly is the Sidekick, and is it right for you? Let’s find out.

The Grease Gutter Sidekick is a rooftop grease containment system designed to mitigate rooftop damage and maintain the utmost safety for your commercial kitchen. The Sidekick was designed specifically for lower volume applications where a single sided exhaust fan grease catchment system is desired or necessary. Continue reading →

Grease Gutter 360 Rooftop Grease Containment System
We all know it’s important to keep fats, oils, and grease off of your rooftop but it shouldn’t be difficult or expensive. With the Grease Gutter 360 rooftop grease containment system, it’s easy, efficient, and affordable!

Featuring a 360-degree duct design, this high quality grease containment system is made to withstand the demanding conditions of commercial or industrial cooking operations and protect your roof system for years to come. Continue reading →

Rooftop Grease Containment System

Whether your facility is a restaurant, a banquet hall, or a senior center, managing a commercial kitchen takes a lot of skill, expertise, and hard work. It also requires a significant amount of both time and money. And chances are, when you spend that much effort on your business, you’ll want to protect your investment with a rooftop grease containment system.

Want to keep your commercial kitchen operating smoothly and safely? Read on to learn 5 ways a rooftop grease containment system is a simple and easy way to protect your business from a variety of costly, time consuming, and sometimes deadly rooftop grease related hazards. Continue reading →

Access Armor Duct Access Doors

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 →

Driploc Grease Catcher System

As with any rooftop grease containment system, a Driploc grease catcher includes absorbent pillows that soak up the fat, oil and grease and keeps it off the roof. Normally, these pillows are replaced every 3 months or with your regular kitchen exhaust cleaning.

Thankfully, when it comes time to switch out the old pillows for new ones, you’ll be able to complete the process in a few short minutes regardless of which Driploc grease catcher system you have. Continue reading →