Author: Halton
-
Cal/OSHA’s New Heat Illness Prevention Regulation: How Proper Kitchen Ventilation Can Help
With the introduction of California’s new Heat Illness Prevention regulation by Cal/OSHA, businesses across the state are facing new requirements to protect employees from heat-related risks. While outdoor workers have traditionally been the focus of heat illness prevention, this regulation now extends protections to employees in indoor environments, such as restaurants, warehouses, and manufacturing facilities.…
-
My kitchen exhaust hood is noisy, what can I do?
In the past most exhaust hood systems were designed at minimum code airflow values that were based on the square footage of the hood reservoir. This meant when the hoods were longer and deeper the required exhaust airflow went up accordingly causing large amounts of air to be exhausted through the hood system. Today, most…
-
A Guide to Commercial Kitchen Ventilation: Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Hood Placement and Capture Efficiency.
This article focuses on the hood design and their placement, capture, and containment. The hood system U.L. 710 listing only provides the minimum installation requirements based on fire safety requirements. There is significantly more involved when designing for energy optimization and excellent indoor environmental quality. From a code perspective, commercial kitchen exhaust hoods are the…
-
A Guide to Commercial Kitchen Ventilation: Design Considerations, Relevant Codes, and Standards Influencing Design
Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Design is often considered a subdiscipline of general commercial ventilation design. Exposure to commercial kitchen ventilation design may limited when compared to general ventilation design. Although the principles and physics are similar, there are some significant differences when designing for commercial kitchens. Principle among the differences are the focus on fire safety…
-
A Dive into Commercial Kitchen Exhaust Filters
In the bustling heart of any culinary haven lies the kitchen, where delicious meals are crafted and magic happens. But behind the scenes, there’s a crucial component that ensures the kitchen’s smooth operation – the exhaust system. An efficient kitchen exhaust system not only ensures a comfortable environment for chefs and staff but also guarantees…
-
Embracing Tradition: The Revival and Surge in Solid Fuel Cooking’s Popularity.
In recent years, there has been a resurgence of interest in solid fuel cooking, mainly using wood-fired ovens and grills. While it is difficult to determine the exact popularity of solid fuel cooking compared to other cooking methods, there are a few reasons why it has gained attention: Flavor and Aesthetics: Solid fuel cooking, such…
-
A Breath of Fresh Air: Maintaining and Cleaning Your Restaurant’s Ventilation System
Running a restaurant is a challenging but rewarding endeavor. Beyond crafting delicious dishes and delivering top-notch service, it’s essential to prioritize the maintenance and cleanliness of your restaurant’s kitchen ventilation system. A well-maintained ventilation system ensures a comfortable dining experience and plays a critical role in maintaining air quality, energy efficiency, and overall safety. This…
-
Heat Recovery Ventilation of Commercial Kitchen Exhaust is Gaining Traction.
An Exploration of factors to keep in mind and the advantages of heat recovery in commercial kitchen exhaust. With rising energy costs, food service operations are looking to leverage every energy dollar to reduce waste and minimize their environmental impact. Heat recovery systems have been around for a long time. Still, commercial kitchen exhaust systems…
-
What you should know about kitchen ventilation when designing for Solid Fuel Cooking
Your Comprehensive Guide for Kitchen Ventilation Design of Solid Fuel Cooking. Of all the commercial kitchen ventilation designs, solid fuel cooking presents some significant challenges. The design should consider not only source capture, but mitigation of fire risk and system maintenance when designing. Several important factors must be considered. Here are some key points to…
-
How Might ‘Big Data” be Used to Improve Commercial Kitchen Operations?
The pace of technological advancements in commercial kitchens is increasing. They are driven by connectivity and IoT (Internet of Things) platforms collecting vast amounts of data. How can this data be analyzed and put to good use by the operator? Operators can leverage data in commercial kitchens to optimize operations, improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences,…