A ventless exhaust hood captures and filters grease-laden air without ductwork to the roof, so you can cook where a traditional hood isn’t practical. Babak Food Equipment is an authorized Giles dealer, offering Giles ventless hoods and ventless fryers for food courts, convenience stores, schools, stadiums, cafés, hotels and leased spaces across Vancouver and British Columbia.
Types of ventless exhaust equipment
Ventless hoods
Ventless hoods sit over approved cooking equipment and pull air through a series of filters that remove grease, smoke and odour before returning clean air to the room.
Ventless fry kettles
Ventless fry kettles combine a floor fryer with a built-in filtration hood and fire suppression in one self-contained unit.
Ventless countertop fryers
Ventless countertop fryers bring fried menu items to small spaces where counter space is available but ducting is not.
Approvals and listing limits
Ventless equipment needs approval from your local authority – typically the building, fire and health departments – before it can be used. Each ventless hood is also subject to its listing limits, which set the appliances, sizes and cooking loads it can be used with. Our team can help with the approval paperwork.
How to choose ventless exhaust
Appliance list: start with the exact equipment you plan to run and check it fits the hood’s listing.
Electric equipment: most ventless hoods are listed for electric cooking appliances, so plan your power supply.
Filters and maintenance: multi-stage filters need regular cleaning and replacement – budget time and cost for them.
Fire suppression: confirm the built-in fire suppression system and inspection schedule.
Space: check the footprint, height and clearances around the unit.
Why buy ventless equipment from Babak Food Equipment?
With more than 20 years in business and a 4.9★ Google rating from 380+ reviews, our team helps you match ventless hoods and fryers to your menu and check power and space. Delivery and installation options are available across BC – details and costs are discussed when you order. Complete the station with breading tables and dump stations or rethermalizers, and see our exhaust fans for ducted systems.
Frequently asked questions
How does a ventless hood work?
A fan draws cooking vapour through a series of filters – typically grease baffles, a fine particulate filter and a charcoal stage – and returns cleaned air to the kitchen instead of venting it outside.
Does a ventless convection oven need a hood?
Some ovens are listed for ventless use with built-in filtration, while others need a hood. It depends on the oven’s listing and your local authority’s approval.
What are the legal requirements for commercial kitchen ventilation?
Requirements come from local building, fire and health codes. Ventless systems must be approved by your local authority and used within their listing limits.
Availability, pricing, warranty terms, delivery and installation are confirmed at the time of purchase – request a quote on any model or call our team at (604) 566-9747.