Knowledgeable experts in the foodservice industry have established this site to provide you with their experience and insights into the latest industry developments, code updates, and technology for commercial kitchen ventilation systems and designs.
Our articles and blogs will include reputable, knowledgeable, and easy-to-understand information on exhaust hoods, pollution control units, demand control ventilation, ventless exhaust systems, mobile cooking stations, fire protection systems, and air handling units.
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Heat Recovery in Commercial Kitchens
With the energy intensity of commercial kitchens, there are some significant opportunities to recover waste heat, save energy and reduce your… Continue to read this article
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Solid Fuel Cooking Operations
Why are they different than non-solid fuel cooking operations and what are best practices when used with a Pollution Control System?… Continue to read this article
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Improve Comfort and Save Money in Your Pizza Kitchen
In today’s highly competitive labor market, restaurant owners need to find ways to differentiate themselves to attract and retain top talent… Continue to read this article
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Replacing Fusible Links in Life Safety Systems
The National Fire Protection Association reports that in 2017 there were 499,000 structure fires. 72% of these fires occurred in residential… Continue to read this article
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What are the Requirements for automatically activating the exhaust ventilation system when the appliances are turned on?
The International Mechanical Code (IMC) provides the answers to the question. Chapter 507.1.1 Operations spells out the requirements for automatic activation… Continue to read this article