Exhaust Fan Hinges Installation in Sacramento and Stockton

Exhaust Fan Hinges Installation

Why is it important to have exhaust fan hinges for my commercial kitchen exhaust system?

According to the National Fire Protection Association Standard 96, all commercial kitchens need to have an exhaust fan kit installed in their exhaust system.  Not only does NFPA require them they are required by local codes, insurance companies, and fire marshals.  

What does the exhaust fan hinge do?

First of all, there are several types of hinge kits out there.  But, for the most part, they all have the same function.  They are there to allow the exhaust system to open and close for easier cleaning and maintenance.  The hinge kits come with a chain attachment that uses a locking pin.  This allows the turbine to tilt back and get in a secured position for cleaning or maintenance.  Once cleaned, the chain and pin can lock the system back in place.

What are some of the reasons I should have exhaust fan hinges installed in Sacramento?

Safety.  It’s important to regularly examine your exhaust system.  The commercial kitchen exhaust system is designed to remove grease, smoke, and other particles that float in the air.  It has to go somewhere and it is usually vented out on the rooftop.  

Installing an exhaust fan hinge kit will not only make it easier to maintain your exhaust system but it can keep you from damaging the lid.  If the lid has to be removed and set down on the roof, it can get dented or worse it could damage your roof because there are protruding parts and sharp edges.  

Another area that is protected when a hinge kit is installed is the electrical cords and fan.  If the lid has to be removed, many times there are electrical cords that need to be disengaged.  Damage to these cords could occur during cleaning if not properly restrained.  There is also a risk that they may not be correctly re-connected.  It also leaves the fan itself vulnerable to damage.

The hinge kit will eliminate potential hazards and make it easier to access.  It is designed to keep the lid in a secure position for inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.  Most people do not think to examine the system on the roof so it is best to have a professional come in periodically to do the hood cleaning and maintenance.

Having an exhaust hinge kit installed saves time during cleaning.

If there is no exhaust hinge kit installed, the technicians who need access to look inside will have to remove the lid.  This takes time and many times there needs to be more than one person accessing it.  The hinge kit allows the lid to open quickly and be secured.  This is a much safer way to get access.

Having a hinge kit installed is also a money saver.  It takes less time to get access and you only need one person to open it.

There are several types of hinge kits available and of course, they are all not the same price.  It is good to look for one that is fairly trouble-free to install and is made of heavy-duty steel.  It may cost a little more, but it will last longer and give you the peace of mind that you don’t have to keep going out and buying them or pay someone to come to your place and install one.

Best Hood Cleaning does keep hinges in its inventory.  We keep a supply on our vehicles so we don’t have to run back to the office causing you to have to wait around longer than you should.  

Best Hood Cleaning happily serves the greater Sacramento area for exhaust fan hinges and hood cleaning.  Our company is fully insured, bonded, certified, and licensed to do your hood cleaning and inspection today.