The kitchen is a special room in every home. In addition to pleasant and appetizing aromas, the air in this room is filled with excess moisture and gas combustion products. The walls are covered with plaque, suffer from condensation. This happens when kitchen exhaust fans are not used , which are indispensable assistants in improving the air exchange in the room.
It is not necessary to arrange an uncontrollable draft in the apartment, swinging open windows and doors, it is more advisable to choose modern equipment for forced ventilation.
Types of fans
Existing kitchen exhaust fans can be divided into three groups: window, wall and duct. What is the difference?
Channel
Such forced ventilation is mounted directly in the duct. These kitchen exhaust fans are hidden from view behind a conventional patch grill. Admittedly, they work very efficiently.
Wall
Today, wall constructions for standard rectangular or round openings are becoming increasingly popular. Moisture-proof models and systems that have humidity sensors are made for bathrooms. Kitchen exhaust fans are equipped with automation, which independently controls the power. This allows the rational use of electricity and extends the life of the equipment.
Window
Quite rarely, window kitchen exhaust fans are now used. The characteristics of such models make it possible to say that such a unit copes with exhaust air quite successfully, pulling it into the street. But such a fan does not have a check valve, so in winter it can become a source of drafts.
Selection rules
According to sanitary and construction standards, the exhaust system in the kitchen should provide ten to twelve times (combined with the room) replacement of the air volume. In other words, it should exceed 10-12 times the cubic capacity of the room. To this indicator should be added 30% of the margin of productivity. As a result of simple calculations, you will get the necessary fan power for your kitchen.
The purchase of low-power samples is justified if it is necessary to help a little with normal working channel ventilation. If the draft in the mine is weak, the coefficient of air renewal is laid in the calculation of productivity, which is on average equal to 15.
Do not forget about the level of noise produced. It is advisable to choose a model that does not exceed the threshold of 35 dB - this is only slightly higher than the human whisper (30 dB).
And now we will introduce the most popular models of foreign and Russian manufacturers
Shuft ks
This is a European engineering holding, which specializes in the production of ventilation equipment - automatic appliances for domestic and industrial use. The company began operations in 1998 in Denmark.
Shuft kitchen exhaust fans have been represented in our country for more than six years. During this time, the equipment has proven itself and received good marks not only from ordinary customers, but also from professionals. Every year, the company's lineup is replenished with new, more advanced models.
EF 200
The kitchen exhaust fan EF 200 is designed to remove air containing increased amounts of fat and moisture. Fans are delivered to distribution networks ready for connection. They can be installed in any position, depending on the direction of air flow. Installation should include access for servicing the device.
Shuft EF 355
One of the company's new products is the EF 355 fan for the kitchen. A distinctive feature - the maximum temperature of the air (transported) can reach 120 ° C. The double case of this model is made of galvanized steel sheet (thermal insulation 40 mm).
The design allows you to create a horizontal air discharge. Effective impeller with backward curved blades. Centrifugal motors are out of the air stream. Ball bearings do not require additional maintenance. There is a grease and drainage system. Fans are delivered ready for installation. Installation in rooms where air contains heavy dust (flour, etc.) is not allowed.
Ruck company
One of the most famous European manufacturers engaged in the production of equipment for forced ventilation. The company was founded in 1992 (Germany) and initially specialized in the modernization of existing models.
In the 2014/2015 season, Ruck introduced many new products to its customers, which were designed with energy efficiency and consumer benefits in mind (noise reduction, size reduction, etc.).
Ruck kitchen exhaust fans are well known in the Russian market. This model has backward curved blades. This helps to create the smallest noise and easy start-up in harsh environments.
According to VDI requirements, the fan motor is removed from the air stream. Fans of this type are able to change the position of the exhaust pipe in three directions. Changing the design does not require special equipment and professional skills. The model provides pallets for collecting and draining fat.
MPC TW
Equilateral fan for the kitchen in the form of a cube. It is very convenient and compact. The engine, like all modern fans, is separated from the air flow. There is a drip tray in the housing, as well as a 3/4 drain pipe.
Soler Palau
The Spanish company is well known in the international market for ventilation equipment. The products of this brand are famous for their reliability and high technical performance.
HCM – 150 N
HCM series Soler Palau kitchen exhaust fans with self-closing shutters are designed for the kitchen and other living spaces. Axial fans of this series are used for installation on walls or windows. Glass thickness - not more than six millimeters.
The fan casing is made of molded plastic and reinforced with a metal support frame. Single-phase motor with overload protection.
TD 500/150
These fans are equipped with two-speed two-phase electric motors protected from overheating. They are equipped with terminal boxes (external). Protection class - IP55.
The inner case has a special design that refracts sound waves and directs them to a sound-absorbing base. In places where the case is connected to the mounting bracket, material is used that prevents transmission of vibrations.
Kitchen Exhaust Fans (Russia)
Most experts believe that Russian-made ventilation equipment is in no way inferior, and in many ways surpasses foreign analogues. Moreover, its cost is much lower.
Era LLC (Kaliningrad)
The company was founded in 1997. Then it was called Ecovent LLC. It was a small production association with an assortment of no more than fifteen items. Ekovent LLC became one of the first companies in the post-Soviet space to start producing ventilation systems. Every year she increased her production capacities, expanded her assortment and sales market.
Today the company is equipped with modern technological equipment. An independent three-level control system has been introduced, which guarantees 100% product quality.
Overhead fans EURO
They are used for periodic and permanent ventilation of kitchens. Both ceiling and wall mounting are possible. They are installed in ventilation shafts or connected to air ducts with a diameter of one hundred to one hundred and sixty millimeters.
Advantages: existing blinds perform the function of protection against backdraft. The body, blinds and front panel are made of high-quality and reliable ABS plastic.