Commercial Kitchen Range Hoods Fabrication Process
Design and Customization: Each commercial kitchen exhaust hood is designed in-house to meet the strict ventilation and safety requirements of professional kitchens. We collaborate with restaurant owners, chefs, and contractors to create a custom solution, considering factors like airflow capacity, grease management, fire safety compliance, and kitchen layout.
Material Selection: We use high-quality Canadian stainless steel, primarily 304 or 316 grade, selected for its durability, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance. The material thickness is chosen based on commercial kitchen demands to ensure long-lasting performance in high-use environments.
Fabrication Process: Using advanced precision manufacturing techniques, we construct each custom exhaust hood to meet industry standards and our process includes laser cutting, press brake forming, TIG welding, and seamless assembly, ensuring durability, easy maintenance, and optimal ventilation efficiency.
Finishing Options: Our commercial exhaust hoods come in a variety of finishes, including brushed stainless steel for a professional look, polished stainless steel for enhanced cleanliness, and custom patina finishes for specialty kitchens.
Quality Assurance: Every exhaust hood undergoes rigorous quality control testing, including structural integrity checks, airflow performance testing, grease filtration efficiency, and compliance with commercial kitchen ventilation regulations to ensure optimal safety and functionality.
Frequently Asked Questions
A custom commercial kitchen exhaust hood is essential because every kitchen has unique ventilation needs based on its layout, cooking equipment, and operational demands. Standard exhaust hoods may not provide adequate airflow, grease filtration, or fire safety compliance for high-heat, heavy-use environments. A custom hood ensures proper smoke, heat, and grease removal, enhances kitchen efficiency, and meets health and safety regulations.
Restaurant Exhaust Hoods: Restaurants rely on high-performance exhaust hoods to maintain air quality, remove grease-laden vapors, and comply with health and safety regulations. A well-designed exhaust system improves kitchen efficiency, reduces fire risks, and ensures proper ventilation in high-heat cooking environments. Whether for small cafés or large-scale restaurants, these hoods are essential for keeping the kitchen safe and comfortable.
Fast Food Kitchen Exhaust Hoods: Fast food restaurants generate heavy grease and smoke from high-speed cooking equipment like fryers, griddles, and charbroilers. A commercial fume hood with powerful airflow and grease filtration is crucial to preventing buildup that can lead to fire hazards. These systems also help maintain fresh air for employees and customers in fast-paced service environments.
Hotel Kitchen Exhaust Hoods: Hotel kitchens operate at high capacity, often serving multiple meals daily across different cuisines. A properly installed exhaust hood system ensures efficient removal of cooking fumes, enhances kitchen comfort, and meets fire safety requirements. These systems also contribute to better air circulation in banquet halls and dining areas, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests.
Bakery Exhaust Hoods: Bakeries produce heat and airborne flour particles that can affect indoor air quality and pose safety hazards. Exhaust hoods in bakeries are designed to remove excess heat and improve ventilation, especially for ovens and proofing areas. Proper exhaust systems also prevent flour dust accumulation, reducing the risk of combustion and maintaining a clean working environment.
Hospital Kitchen Exhaust Hoods: Hospital kitchens must maintain the highest hygiene and air quality standards to ensure food safety for patients and staff. Exhaust hoods in medical facilities require efficient grease and odor filtration while preventing contaminants from circulating into food preparation areas. Fire safety is also a top priority, with integrated fire suppression systems often required by regulations.
We offer fully customizable fume hoods, designed and engineered in-house by our expert team. Our design and engineering specialists work closely with business owners, designers, and contractors to create tailored solutions that meet specific ventilation, safety, and aesthetic requirements. Our shop drawing team ensures precise fabrication by producing detailed technical drawings, allowing for seamless integration into any commercial kitchen or industrial setting.
From size and shape to material finishes, filtration systems, and fire suppression compatibility, we can design and fabricate fume hoods to match any operational need.
At Lukim Metal, we proudly design and fabricate our commercial exhaust hoods in Canada and provide delivery and installation services across Toronto and the GTA, including but not limited to:
- Ajax
- Angus
- Aurora
- Barrie
- Bolton
- Bradford
- Brampton
- Concord
- Downtown Toronto
- East Gwillimbury
- East York
- Etobicoke
- Georgina
- Georgetown
- Innisfil
- Keswick
- King City
- Kleinburg
- Maple
- Markham
- Milton
- Mississauga
- New Tecumseth
- Newmarket
- Nobleton
- North York
- Oakville
- Orangeville
- Orillia
- Oshawa
- Pickering
- Richmond Hill
- Scarborough
- Stouffville
- Thornhill
- Uxbridge
- Unionville
- Forest Hill
- Vaughan
- Wasaga Beach
- Whitby
- Woodbridge
In addition to our primary service areas, we can also deliver the commercial exhaust hoods to the following locations, but please note that due to the custom nature of our work, determining delivery specifics requires the project requirements, including size, weight, and exact destination:
- Acton
- Alliston
- Brantford
- Burlington
- Caledon
- Cambridge
- Collingwood
- Grimsby
- Guelph
- Hamilton
- Kitchener
- Muskoka
- Peterborough
- Port Perry
- Schomberg
- Fergus-Elora
- Waterloo
- Woodstock
Please note that due to the custom nature of our work and being located in Newmarket, Ontario, determining delivery specifics requires the project requirements, including size, weight, and exact destination. Send us your requirements today so we can determine the delivery options and availability for your project.
We ship our commercial exhaust hoods to most major cities across Canada, including:
- Ontario: Cobourg, Kingston, Port Hope, Prince Edwards, Niagara Falls, St. Catherines, Welland, Kanata, Nepean, Ottawa and London, ON
- Quebec: Montreal, Quebec City, Laval, Gatineau, Longueuil, and Sherbrooke
- British Columbia: Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, and Victoria
- Alberta: Calgary and Edmonton
- Manitoba: Winnipeg
Please note that due to the custom nature of our work and being located in Canada, determining shipping specifics requires the project requirements, including size, weight, and exact destination. Send us your requirements so we can determine the delivery options and availability for your project.
Over the years, we have had the opportunity to ship products to cities including:
- New York: NYC, Buffalo, Rochester, Yonkers, Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, The Bronx
- Pennsylvania: Philadelphia, Pittsburg
- Indiana: Indianapolis, Fort Wayne
- Michigan: Detroit, Grand Rapids
- Ohio: Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati, Toledo, Akron
- and more
