VEPs provide improved capture and containment by directing effluents into the hood and blocking cross drafts
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Allows exhaust CFM reductions up to 18%
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Equivalent reduction in makeup air
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This saves on fan energy, make-up air heating/cooling energy
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Possible equipment downsizing, reduces upfront cost
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Design
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Stainless steel matches hood finish
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Gas chase allows appliance lines to run between wall and end panel
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Double-wall insulated construction
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Adjustable feet
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May allow for a reduction in required side overhangs
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Safety
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Encloses the hood area, preventing flames or embers from escaping
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Ensures equipment is not accidentally moved outside of the hood area
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Stainless steel construction for sanitation and longevity
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Legs raise bottom of panel off floor to allow room for cleaning
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Hemmed edges prevent sharp surfaces
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Wide Vertical End Panels (WVEPs) provide an increased level of heat containment and fire protection, especially useful for high radiant load appliances such as solid fuel
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Options
nUtility Cabinet: Utility Cabinet: Listed for integral side mount and fabricated of same material as hood. Cabinet can house listed fire suppression system and listed, pre-wired electrical controls.
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nPerforated Supply Plenum: Provides low velocity make-up air for the kitchen and is discharged in front, back or sides of the hood. Perforated diffuser plates allow for even air distribution and supply riser includes a volume damper for easy balancing. Side Perforated Supply Plenums can be added to optimize the air flow if necessary.
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nEnclosure Panels: Constructed of stainless steel. Sized to extend from hood top to ceiling, enclosing pipe and hanging parts.
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nEnd Panels: Should be used to maximize hood performance and eliminate the effects of cross drafts in kitchen. Units constructed of stainless steel and sized according to hood width and cooking equipment. Exposed edges hemmed for safety and rigidity.
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nRoof Top Package: Combination ETL Listed exhaust/supply air unit with factory prewired and mounted motors, trunkline and curb vented on exhaust side.
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nSeparate Exhaust and/or Make-Up Air Fans: ETL Listed single exhaust fan, supply-air fans and curbs available.
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nFire Suppression System: UL 300 fire suppression system.
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nLighting: Recessed Incandescent, Recessed Fluorescent, Compact Fluorescent, Recessed LED, Halogen
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