KEX – Exhaust Only Commercial Kitchen Hood

The front lip and side lip on the KEX exhaust hood is designed to improve capture efficiency by guiding rising heat, smoke, steam, and vapors into the hood’s intake area. Acting like a small air dam, it reduces spillage at the front edge by preventing contaminants from escaping into the kitchen. This enhanced capture
performance allows the hood to operate effectively at lower exhaust airflows, improving energy efficiency and reducing operating costs. In addition, the front lip helps protect the hood’s edge and provides a clean, finished appearance.

Key Benefits

Capture & Containment

The KEX’s extended front and side lips guide rising thermal plumes into the hood’s intake area, reducing spillage and improving overall capture efficiency. This design supports lower airflow rates, helping reduce operating costs while maintaining performance.

High‑Efficiency Grease Filtration

Halton KSA multi‑cyclone filters remove up to 95% of 10‑micron particles and are UL and NSF classified.

Long‑Life LED Lighting

Standard LED fixtures provide bright, energy‑efficient illumination with a 50,000‑hour life expectancy.

Easy Commissioning with T.A.B.™ Ports

Integrated Testing and Balancing ports allow accurate airflow measurement and simplified startup.

Durable Stainless Steel Construction

Constructed from 18‑gauge stainless steel with liquid‑tight welded joints and polished exposed welds for a clean, professional finish.

Available Technologies & Options

KSA Cyclonic Filters (Standard)

High‑efficiency, low‑maintenance grease extraction.

Comfort Jet (Optional)

Face‑mounted plenum delivering adjustable comfort air to chefs without disturbing the cooking plume.

M.A.R.V.E.L. Demand Controlled Ventilation (Optional)

Real‑time modulation of exhaust and supply air based on cooking activity using temperature or thermal imaging sensors.

IMC Interlock Temperature Sensor (Optional)

Automatically activates the exhaust fan when heat is detected, ensuring IMC compliance.

Side Skirts (Optional)

Improve capture by blocking cross‑drafts and directing heat and vapors into the hood.

Additional Options

• Closure panels
• Backsplash
• Hood‑mounted fire cabinet
• Factory pre‑piped fire protection
• KFR filter removal tool
• MEP master electrical panels
• Face or remote switch panels

Technical Features

Construction

• 18‑gauge stainless steel
• Liquid‑tight welded joints
• Polished exposed welds
• Integrated front and side lips (minimum 6″ projection)
• Perimeter drain channel and grease collection cup
• LED lighting included

Grease Filtration

• Halton KSA multi‑cyclone filters
• UL and NSF classified
• Up to 95% efficiency on 10‑micron particles
• Pressure loss ≤ 0.50″ w.c. at UL‑approved flow rates

Airflow & Commissioning

• T.A.B.™ ports for airflow verification
• Compatible with M.A.R.V.E.L. DCV for optimized performance

Dimensions

Additional dimensional notes:

• 1″ flanged collar typical for all exhaust openings
• 42″ minimum mounting height
• Optional slope available
• 78″–84″ installation height range (KEC to verify prior to fabrication)