Why Every Food Truck Needs a Fire Suppression System (and How to Get One Installed?)

Running a food truck means more than serving up great eats — it also means keeping your kitchen-on-wheels safe. Mobile kitchens face unique fire risks from fryers, griddles, and other high-heat cooking equipment in tight spaces. A single flare-up can quickly escalate, putting your staff, customers, and investment at risk.

That's why a fire suppression system for food trucks isn't just recommended — it's required by code in most areas.

With HoodMart, you'll find UL300-listed fire suppression systems designed specifically for food trucks and concession trailers. These systems provide dependable, automatic fire protection while helping you stay compliant with NFPA and local fire codes.

Why Fire Suppression is Essential for Food Trucks

• Small space, big risks: In a food truck, heat and grease build up quickly. Without proper protection, a minor fire can spread fast.
• Code compliance: Fire marshals require food trucks to have a suppression system before opening for business. UL300 wet chemical systems are the gold standard.
• 24/7 protection: HoodMart's Kidde^® and Ansul^® systems are designed to detect and suppress fires within seconds — even when your truck isn't staffed.
• Peace of mind: With automatic fire detection and quick flame knockdown, you can focus on cooking and serving customers, knowing your business is protected.

Choosing the Right Fire Suppression System

HoodMart offers both Kidde and Ansul fire suppression systems for food trucks, each designed to perform in compact, high-heat environments.

• Kidde Systems – Appliance-specific nozzles provide targeted protection, ensuring the fastest flame knockdown and maximum performance in limited space.
• Ansul Overlapping Systems – Flexible coverage with overlapping nozzles that protect your entire cooking line, even if appliances are rearranged.

Both systems are UL300-listed, NFPA 17A & 96 compliant, and designed to pass city and state inspections nationwide.

The Fire Suppression Installation Process Made Simple

We've partnered with top certified fire suppression installers across the country to make install hassle-free. When you order your fire suppression system with a HoodMart hood, you get:

• Maximum savings with your hood, fan, and fire system
• Factory-installed Ansul^® or Kidde^® pre-piped systems
• Help with permitting (additional cost)
• Professional install with a local fire installer

Our goal is to save you time, money, and stress — while ensuring your fire suppression system is code-compliant from day one.

Need fire suppression installation? Bundle and Save - Combine your hood, fire suppression, and fire install to save you time, money, and hassle^*

* Must purchase hood & fire system from HoodMart for installation services; Only includes fire installation, does not include hood installation