Extraction canopies in commercial settings are necessary for health and safety regulations. And they are much more than simple extraction systems – extraction systems are necessary for removing grease, potentially dangerous gas, steam and even carbon monoxide that may be released from gas cookers. As a device designed to collect contaminants from above cookers and stoves, advances in technology and design mean that today's extraction canopies are highly efficient tools crucial for eating establishments across Europe.

 

 

The design of extraction canopies varies according to the needs, size and space restrictions in the commercial kitchen. Extraction canopies can feature full-length grease filter housing. Commercial extraction canopies are made of stainless steel for hygiene and cleaning – which is 1.2mm thick. The filter housing can contain double or single sided filters. The condense channel features a drain plug if required. The extraction canopies will draw in grease to the collection drawers in the filter housing. These should be cleaned regularly to reduce the build up of grease that can be a potential fire hazard. Baffle filters are easy to clean, constructed from stainless steel.

 

Extraction canopies fulfill four crucial functions in a commercial kitchen. Firstly, they remove smoke, helping to keep the environment clear and safe. Secondly, they expand air from the heat around the cooker or stove. Third, vaporous gases, steam, cooking odours and grease are all extracted by powerful extraction canopies. And lastly, as most chefs prefer to cook with gas, extraction canopies are necessary to remove exhaust fumes and gases that are produced from combustion. They also remove exhaust fumes from cooking devices that use charcoal or mesquite (for barbecuing).

 

Specialist extraction canopies can be designed and fitted in all kinds of kitchens. Commercial extraction canopies need to be of the highest standard to cope with the volume of cooking and demands placed on them. Extraction canopies are available in a number of designs to suit your commercial kitchen – most are wall mounted over the cooking appliance. Extraction canopies can also feature vapour-proof fluorescent light fittings

Extraction canopies for commercial use need to be purchased from specialist suppliers who build, design and install the canopies to meet current regulations. 

 

CK Direct are one of the UK’s top providers of catering and commercial kitchen equipment. We boast many years experience in the field of commercial kitchens and offer a wide range of extraction canopies to meet your requirements. So, if you’re looking for extraction canopies or other forms of commercial ventilation, CK Direct are sure to have just the product for you. To find out more about our range of commercial kitchen equipment, just give us a call on 0808 178 0001 or fill in our online enquiry form.