Why Coil Filters Are Essential in Commercial Kitchen Canopies

VIA Equip
Apr 15
2 min read

In a professional kitchen, a well-designed extraction system isn’t just a luxury — it’s a legal, safety, and operational necessity. One of the most effective components in modern kitchen ventilation is the coil filter. At Via Equip, we specialise in commercial kitchen canopy systems and integrate coil filter technology to ensure top-tier safety, performance, and hygiene.

✅ What Is a Coil Filter?

A coil filter is a stainless-steel filtration unit installed inside a commercial kitchen canopy. Its tightly wound coil design increases the surface area, slowing down airflow to trap and remove more grease particles before they enter the ductwork.

Unlike basic mesh or baffle filters, coil filters are designed for high-grease environments and provide greater protection, efficiency, and ease of maintenance.

🔍 Top Benefits of Coil Filters

1. 🔥 Enhanced Fire Safety

Grease build-up in ductwork is a leading cause of kitchen fires. Coil filters capture up to 98% of airborne grease particles, reducing the fire risk significantly and supporting compliance with UK regulations, including:

TR19® (Grease Management and Duct Cleaning Standards)
BS EN 16282 (Commercial Ventilation Guidelines)

2. 💰 Reduced Maintenance & Cleaning Costs

With coil filters, grease is trapped at the canopy, not further down the extraction system. This means:

Less frequent duct cleaning
Longer equipment lifespan
Lower maintenance costs
Minimal kitchen downtime

3. 💨 Better Airflow and Working Conditions

Clean filters ensure consistent and powerful extraction airflow. This improves:

Kitchen comfort for chefs and staff
Ventilation performance
Overall hygiene in food prep areas

4. 🧽 Easy to Clean and Replace

Coil filters are removable, washable, and durable, making them ideal for busy kitchens. Many kitchens simply clean them weekly with no downtime or complex servicing needed.

5. 📈 Improves Hygiene and Compliance

In high-output kitchens (especially those cooking with oil or wok stations), coil filters keep the air clean and reduce contamination risks — a critical factor in maintaining a 5-star Food Hygiene Rating.

🏪 When Should You Use a Coil Filter?

Ideal for:

Restaurants with heavy oil or wok cooking
Chinese, Indian, Thai, and Korean kitchens
Charcoal grill, BBQ, or deep-fried menus
High-output catering kitchens
Urban locations where frequent duct cleaning is expensive or impractical

If your restaurant produces a large amount of airborne grease, or you’re designing a new compliant kitchen layout, coil filters are a smart investment.

🛠️ Coil Filters with Canopy Systems by Via Equip

At Via Equip, we design and install bespoke commercial kitchen ventilation systems with optional coil filters. Our services include:

Bespoke canopy design
Ductwork and airflow planning
Extraction and fresh air balance
Fire-safe and regulation-compliant solutions

Whether for a high-end restaurant, dark kitchen, or production facility, our team delivers precision-built systems with long-term value.

📞 Ready to Upgrade Your Kitchen Ventilation?

Investing in coil filters not only boosts kitchen performance — it improves safety, reduces maintenance, and supports regulatory compliance. Contact Via Equip