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The Importance of Tempered or Heated Makeup Air Units
• October 26, 2023
Categories:FAN FACTS
Introduction
In regions with colder climates, local building codes often mandate the installation of Tempered Makeup Air Units in restaurants and commercial spaces. The primary role of a makeup air unit is to expel exhaust air from the premises and replace it with fresh outdoor air. This essential exchange not only addresses ventilation concerns but also significantly improves air quality. Additionally, it effectively eliminates grease, smoke, and cooking odors from the indoor environment. Without proper makeup air ventilation, issues like unbalanced air pressure, temperature control difficulties, and humidity imbalances can arise.
 
Balancing air pressure and temperature regulation within a restaurant is crucial. The absence of a makeup air unit can result in negative air pressure, making it challenging to open and close doors. Moreover, these units play a pivotal role in preventing potentially hazardous backdrafts near kitchen cooking appliances. However, in colder climates, the need for a tempered or heated makeup air unit becomes evident. As makeup air units pull air from outside to replace the indoor air, introducing frigid external air can disrupt indoor comfort. To counteract this, tempered makeup air units act as heaters, tempering the cold outdoor air before reintroducing it into the building.
 
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• September 19, 2023
Categories:HOOD FACTS, PRODUCT CARE, FAN FACTS
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• September 11, 2023
Categories:FAN FACTS
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• March 28, 2023
Categories:FAN FACTS
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Save Money And Go Green With Direct Drive Make-Up Air
• September 28, 2022
Categories:HOOD FACTS, PRODUCT CARE, FAN FACTS
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