Commercial kitchen ventilation is typically sized for maximum cooking demand. In practice, kitchens operate across a wide range of conditions throughout service. Matching airflow to actual demand reduces energy use while maintaining safe capture and containment.

Intelli-Hood IH4

IH4 is a demand control kitchen ventilation system that adjusts extract and supply airflow in real time. Temperature and optic sensors within the canopy detect cooking activity and fan speeds respond automatically via variable speed drives.

The strength of the system lies not only in its perfomance but also in its reporting capability.

IH4 provides live and historical operational data through its management portal, including:

• Real-time fan speed levels
• kWh savings
• Heating and cooling impact
• Carbon reduction estimates
• Financial payback tracking

This gives customers clear visibility of system performance in use. Energy savings are recorded and evidenced, not estimated.

Across global installations, average fan energy reduction has reached up to 70 percent, with simple payback commonly between 1-2 years

Retrofit Capability

IH4 can be integrated into many existing ventilation systems. Sensors and drives are added to current infrastructure, meaning canopy replacement is often unnecessary.

This provides:

• Controlled capital expenditure
• Limited operational disruption
• Immediate performance monitoring
• A repeatable model across estates
• UV-C and Correct Engineering

For more information on Intelli-Hood IH4, visit the Intelli-Hood UK website, email info@intelli-hood.co.uk or call 01636 707813 to arrange a free site survey.

Jimco Kitchen Pollution Control KPC

UV-C grease systems only perform properly when they are designed to match the airflow within the duct.

It is essential that the efficiency of the UVC is delivered relative to the air volume passing through the system. If UVC output is too low for the airflow, grease and odour reduction performance falls significantly.

When calculated correctly, UV-C reduces grease accumulation within ductwork. This can:

• Reduce fire risk
• Extend cleaning intervals
• Lower maintenance costs
• Improve long-term duct hygiene

Integrating DCKV and UV-C Within the Ventilation Strategy

Elgin Bay works alongside consultants and contractors at design stage to support airflow assessment, KPC calculation and performance modelling. Early engagement helps ensure IH4 and UV-C systems are correctly engineered and deliver the expected operational results once commissioned.

For project support, system design guidance or to discuss a specific site, visit the Elgin Bay website www.elginbay.co.uk, email info@elginbay.co.uk or call 01636 707 813.