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What is the Difference Between DOAS and Tempered Makeup Air Units for Restaurants?
• May 27, 2025
Categories: Fans
As a restaurant owner or manager, maintaining a healthy and comfortable environment for your staff and guests is essential. Proper air quality and ventilation are key components of achieving this. Two common solutions for commercial kitchens:
• Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS)
• Tempered Makeup Air Units
But how do they compare? And which is best for your restaurant? This guide breaks down the differences and benefits of both systems.
What is a Dedicated Outdoor Air System (DOAS)?
A DOAS is a sophisticated HVAC system that uses only fresh outdoor air. It conditions the air to the perfect temperature and humidity levels before it enters your restaurant.
Key Benefits of DOAS for Restaurants:
• Precise Climate Control: Keeps kitchen temperature and humidity stable year-round.
  • In summer: Cools and reduces humidity.
  • In winter: Warms incoming air.
• Humidity Control: Removes excess moisture, preventing mold and mildew. Keeps staff comfortable during high-heat cooking.
• Energy Efficiency: Uses variable-speed fans and advanced controls to adjust energy use based on needs. Lowers operating costs over time.
• Better Air Quality: Works with your kitchen ventilation system to remove smoke, grease, and odors, while circulating fresh air.
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HoodMart’s AV-100 Integrated Concession Hood and Fan System: A Game Changer for Food Trucks
• August 20, 2024
Categories: Fans
AV-100 Integrated Concession Hood and Fan System Serving up delicious food on the go? Make sure your food truck runs efficiently and safely with HoodMart’s top-of-the-line ventilation systems. The confined spaces of food trucks and concession ...

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Integrated Hood and Fan Systems for Container/Pop-Up Restaurants
• August 02, 2024
Categories: Fans
Ventilation is crucial for container and pop-up restaurants, ensuring a comfortable and safe environment for both patrons and staff. HoodMart’s AV100 Integrated Hoods, featuring an integrated fan design, offer a simple yet effective ventilation...

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Rooftop Exhaust Fan Installation Guide | Hoodmart
• January 02, 2024
Categories: Fans
Selecting the Ideal Spot for Your Exhaust Fan If you're setting up a new kitchen or planning to enhance your existing kitchen space, installing a new exhaust hood system is a crucial consideration. While the visible exhaust hood in the kitchen holds...

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Upblast Exhaust Fans and Why You Need Them | HoodMart
• December 29, 2023
Categories: Fans
When it comes to maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment, the significance of a robust exhaust hood system cannot be overstated. At the heart of this system lies the upblast exhaust fan, a key component designed to extract water ...

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