Kitchen Exhaust Design AI
AI design of commercial kitchen exhaust and makeup air systems.
Definition
Kitchen Exhaust Design AI optimizes the design of commercial kitchen ventilation including exhaust hoods, ductwork, and makeup air systems. It ensures adequate capture and containment of cooking effluents while meeting fire codes and energy efficiency requirements.
In Depth
Commercial kitchen exhaust design follows the International Mechanical Code and NFPA 96 (Standard for Ventilation Control and Fire Protection of Commercial Cooking Operations). The exhaust hood type, size, airflow rate, and fire suppression system depend on the cooking equipment type and arrangement.
Type I hoods serve equipment that produces grease-laden vapors (fryers, grills, ranges) and require fire suppression systems, grease duct construction to UL 1978 standards, and grease filters. Type II hoods serve equipment that produces only heat and moisture (dishwashers, ovens) without the grease protection requirements. AI determines the correct hood type for each piece of equipment and sizes the exhaust and makeup air systems accordingly.
Examples
Sizing exhaust hoods
Designing makeup air systems
Planning exhaust ductwork
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Frequently Asked Questions
Kitchen Exhaust Design AI optimizes the design of commercial kitchen ventilation including exhaust hoods, ductwork, and makeup air systems. It ensures adequate capture and containment of cooking effluents while meeting fire codes and energy efficiency requirements.
Sizing exhaust hoods. Designing makeup air systems. Planning exhaust ductwork.
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