Top Commercial Kitchen Ventilation Purchasing Mistakes
Most of the time commercial kitchens produce lots of, heat, smoke and gasses into the cooking area which needs to be properly ventilated. Ventilation is just as important as maintaining cooking equipment and fridges so it is important to get correct.
1. Each System is Different
When looking at commercial kitchen ventilation, pay attention to what makes each ventilation system different from one another and understand the more minor details. Often large differences in price will indicate a difference in quality between two different systems that may appear similar.
2. Pay Attention to the Small Details
Noting the finer details in a ventilation system is key to ensuring the system performs the best it can. Small details that are important to note include filter types and how much air the system can extract.
3. Make Sure the Ventilation System Follows Regulation
The European Kitchen Ventilation Systems standard ensures that commercial kitchens stay compliant with health and safety and holds kitchens accountable that don’t follow these regulations. When looking at purchasing a commercial kitchen ventilation system, it is vital to check that the system is in line with regulations.
4. Consider Energy Costs
With commercial ventilation systems accounting for around 15% of a kitchen’s electricity costs, energy efficiency should be at the forefront of the decision-making process when looking at buying a kitchen ventilation system.
5. Don’t Disregard Maintenance
There are regulations in place that govern the regular cleaning of commercial kitchen ventilation systems due to the health and safety risks from the build-up of grease and dirt. When looking at buying a commercial kitchen ventilation system, how easy the system will be to clean should be considered as regular cleaning and maintenance will need to be carried out.
6. Hire a Professional
To ensure your commercial ventilation system is fitted properly and safely, hiring a professional to fit it for you might be best.
7. Weigh Up The Pros and Cons of Newer Models
Newer technologies often have greener ventilation, which overall lowers the cost of the system’s usage. A more expensive, modern model could be more beneficial than an older model that is less cost-effective to run because of the newer model’s more advanced, more efficient fan motors and ventilation solutions.
8. Pay Attention to Your Surroundings
Take into consideration where your commercial kitchen is going to be located. Commercial ventilation systems can be quite loud and bulky. So this is an important factor to consider if your ventilation is going to be front-of-house or close to customers – you will need something that won’t negatively impact the experience of the customer.
Commercial Kitchen Ventilation by Dolphin Fabrications
At Dolphin Fabrications, we specialise in supplying bespoke stainless steel commercial and catering kitchen ventilation systems.
We design the entire ventilation system for your kitchen by combining on-site visits with drawings to get the best ventilation system design, unique to you. The kitchen ventilation canopies that we provide come as either wall or island canopies. However, we will incorporate both styles to make sure you have the best ventilation system for your commercial kitchen.
Get in touch with our friendly expert team to learn more about our kitchen ventilation systems at 0114 276 9000 or email us at info@dolphinfabrications.co.uk.
