Defender Kitchen Hood Qatar by FilcomFire delivers high-performance kitchen ventilation engineered for the Gulf climate, combining efficient smoke and grease extraction with robust fire safety and civil defense compliance. Designed for restaurants, hotels, cloud kitchens, and premium villas, Defender systems improve air quality, reduce maintenance, and support smooth approval processes.

Why a Kitchen Hood System Matters in Qatar

• Removes heat, smoke, grease, and odors to maintain indoor air quality.
• Supports staff comfort and equipment longevity in high-heat environments.
• Reduces fire risk by managing grease-laden vapors.
• Helps meet Qatar Civil Defense and AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) requirements.

What Is Defender Kitchen Hood Qatar?

Defender is FilcomFire’s complete kitchen ventilation solution covering hoods, ducting, fans, filtration, and optional fire suppression. Systems are custom-sized for appliance lines, duty ratings, and layouts, including wall, island, and proximity configurations.

Key Features

• High-efficiency extraction with customizable CFM.
• Multi-stage filtration: baffle filters, grease cups, and optional spark arrestors.
• Stainless-steel construction for durability and hygiene.
• Low-noise fans and balanced airflow design.
• Integrated fire safety: dampers, detectors, and wet-chemical suppression (optional).
• Compliance-ready documentation and layouts.

Defender Kitchen Hood Qatar focuses on lifecycle value—reducing grease buildup, simplifying cleaning, and minimizing downtime through accessible components and service-friendly design.

Types of Kitchen Hood Systems in Qatar

• Type I Hoods: For grease and smoke (grills, fryers, ovens, tandoors).
• Type II Hoods: For heat and steam (non-grease appliances, dishwashers).
• Make-Up Air Systems: Replace extracted air to stabilize pressure and comfort.
• Ecology Units: Advanced filtration and odor control for urban/indoor sites.

Ideal Applications

• Restaurants, cafés, quick-service lines.
• Hotels, banquets, and catering kitchens.
• Cloud/dark kitchens and food courts.
• Industrial commissaries and canteens.
• Luxury villas with heavy cooking use.

Compliance and Safety in Qatar

Meeting local codes is essential for approval and insurance. Defender designs streamline civil defense compliance by aligning hood type, duct rating, and suppression with appliance duty and kitchen layout.

• Type I hoods with baffle filters for grease appliances.
• Fire-rated ducts and proper clearances from combustibles.
• Accessible grease cleanouts along duct runs.
• Automatic fire suppression for commercial lines.
• Documented inspections and cleaning logs.

Benefits of Choosing Defender Kitchen Hood Qatar

• Cleaner air, cooler kitchens, and fewer odors.
• Lower fire risk and smoother inspections.
• Reduced grease accumulation and easier maintenance.
• Custom fabrication to fit space and workflow.
• Optimized for the Qatar climate and building types.

How to Choose the Right Kitchen Hood System

• Map appliance list, duty level, and line length.
• Size airflow (CFM) and ducting for extraction needs.
• Select hood type: wall canopy, island, or proximity.
• Plan make-up air and ecology units if odor control is needed.
• Review AHJ/civil defense requirements upfront.
• Integrate suppression for grease-producing equipment.

Installation and Maintenance Best Practices

• Site survey and CAD-based coordination with MEP and structure.
• Proper overhang: typically 150–300mm beyond appliance edges.
• Short, straight duct runs with minimal elbows.
• Grease-rated fans positioned for access and service.
• Routine filter cleaning; scheduled duct inspections.
• Maintain logs for compliance and insurance.

Why FilcomFire for Defender Kitchen Hood Qatar

FilcomFire provides end-to-end delivery—design, supply, installation, testing, and certification—backed by expertise in fire suppression and civil defense approvals. Dedicated maintenance and rapid-response support keep operations running and compliant.

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