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  1. How to Choose the Right Exhaust Hood for Your Restaurant (Without Overbuying)

    Choosing the right commercial kitchen exhaust hood is one of the most important decisions you’ll make when building or upgrading a commercial kitchen. The right system keeps your kitchen safe, comfortable, and code-compliant — while the wrong one can lead to wasted money, failed inspections, or costly changes later.

    This guide walks through how to select the right exhaust hood for your restaurant, without overspending or overcomplicating the process.

    Start With Your Cooking Equipment

    The type of food you cook determines the type of hood you need.

    • Grease-producing equipment (fryers, grills, ranges): Type 1 hood
    • Heat or steam only (ovens, steamers, dishwashers): Type 2 hood

    If even one appliance produces grease, you’ll need a Type 1 hood. This is where many buyers accidentally underbuy — or overspend by upgrading unnecessarily later.

    Hood Size Matters — But Bigger Isn’t Always Better

    Exhaust hoods should extend beyond the cooking equipment:

    • 6 inches past the equipment on each side
    • 12 inches beyond the front edge

    Buying an oversized hood may seem safer, but it can:

    • Increase exhaust airflow requirements
    • Raise ma...

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  2. Commercial Hood System Components Explained: Fans, Ducts & Makeup Air
    A commercial exhaust hood is just one part of a fully functioning kitchen ventilation system. For a system to operate safely, efficiently, and pass inspection, each component must work together seamlessly. This guide by HoodMart walks you through th...

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  3. NAKS and Ark MFG Announce Strategic Transaction for Stainless Steel Custom Fabrication Division
    MIAMI and ELYRIA, Ohio., Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ark MFG and North American Kitchen Solutions (NAKS) today announced a strategic transaction in which Ark MFG has acquired NAKS' stainless steel custom fabrication division ...

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  4. How a Commercial Hood Fire Suppression System Protects Your Kitchen and Staff
    Fire is one of the biggest risks in a commercial kitchen. From deep fryers to open-flame grills, high-heat equipment and flammable oils can quickly create a dangerous situation. That’s where a commercial hood fire suppression system comes in. I...

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  5. What is an ANSUL Fire Suppression System?
    When it comes to protecting your commercial kitchen, having a reliable fire suppression system is non-negotiable. Between high-heat cooking, open flames, and flammable oils, commercial kitchens face a constant risk of fire. One of the most trusted na...

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