Exhaust air purification for food service areas and front cooking counters
Compact, mobile, and odorless—even without an exhaust vent
Whether in canteens, cafeterias, company catering, or event catering:
More and more often, cooking is done where people eat – openly, visibly, and mobile.
This brings fresh cuisine to the experience, but also odors, grease mist, and legal requirements.
Oxytec offers flexible solutions for front cooking counters, mobile food service areas, and compact kitchen units that reliably ensure clean air and approvable conditions even without exhaust air ducts to the outside or to the roof.
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Typical emission sources in mobile and stationary food service operations
| Source | Pollutants | Special features |
|---|---|---|
| Induction hobs, teppanyaki, woks | Grease mist, VOCs, smoke | Localized pollution directly in the guest area |
| Deep-frying modules, cooking islands | Oil vapors, organic aerosols | High odor potential, often without exhaust ventilation |
| Regeneration & keeping warm | Protein compounds, steam | Underestimated exposure with open serving |
Why choose Oxytec for front cooking and mobile units?
- No roof ducting or central ventilation required
- Hoods with integrated plasma or UV ozone technology
- Compact and mobile systems – also available as add-on solutions
- Odorless operation possible in the dining area
- Approved in accordance with VDI 2052 and TA Luft
Legal requirements
VDI 2052 & VDI 3894
- Mobile systems are also subject to requirements for grease and odor reduction
- Proven effective methods are eligible for approval – e.g., plasma and UV ozone
Fire protection & hygiene
- Stainless steel housing, easy to clean
- No open flames – safe for use in guest areas
- Compatible with HACCP concepts
Front cooking with a clear head—and clean air
oxytec keeps odors and grease under control, even in confined spaces.
Our hood and filter systems for front cooking and food serving areas fit into any concept—whether mobile, stationary, or temporary.
Get advice now—we will plan the right solution for your counter.
Perfect for deep fryers, woks, or griddles
Highly effective odor reduction with a compact design
Exhaust possible at room level—no external ducting required
Ideal for temporary or decentralized applications
Can be combined with aerosol separators, UV, ozone, or plasma
Available as an add-on module for counters or compact kitchen units
Typical areas of application
Canteens with front cooking counters
Company catering with show kitchens
School catering with mobile serving stations
Trade fairs, events, food trucks, system catering
Catering systems in hospitals or retirement homes
Your advantages with oxytec
Clean air directly at the cooking area
No central ventilation or exhaust air duct required
Odor-free even in the dining area – for a more pleasant atmosphere
Compact, flexible solutions for stationary and mobile use
Quiet, low-maintenance, and eligible for approval
Can be individually combined – also suitable for retrofitting
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Is exhaust air purification really necessary for front cooking if only light cooking is involved?
Yes—even with minimal cooking, grease mist, odors, and VOCs are produced, which spread throughout the guest area.
- spread throughout the guest area,
- settle on ceilings, surfaces, or clothing,
- and, depending on their intensity, may trigger regulatory requirements.
Our systems ensure clean air – even without central exhaust air ducting.
What distinguishes Oxytec solutions from normal hoods?
Our hoods and systems:
- feature active air purification technology (UV ozone or plasma),
- do not require an exhaust air duct to the outside or onto the roof,
- are compact, quiet, and hygienic,
- and are equally suitable for mobile and stationary applications.
Are mobile devices also eligible?
Depending on the state and program: yes – e.g., via:
- Subsidy programs for school meals
- BAFA funding for energy-efficient ventilation systems
- Municipal subsidies for emission-free catering
We are happy to help with the technical description and application process.
Is a recirculation solution without external exhaust air ducting sufficient for approval?
Yes—provided that a technically effective reduction in odor can be demonstrated, as is the case with our systems.
The processes comply with, among other things:
- VDI 2052 (kitchen ventilation)
- VDI 3894 (odor assessment)
- TA Luft (VOC emissions)
For mobile devices or special solutions, we create measurement reports or technical statements for submission to the authorities.
How often do filters or components need to be serviced?
UV lamps: replace approximately every 8,000–10,000 operating hours
Plasma units: generally maintenance-free, visual inspection may be necessary
Pre-filters (e.g., grease separators): clean regularly – easily accessible
No activated carbon → no ongoing consumption costs
Are there also solutions for heavily used mobile stations, such as deep fryers?
Yes. Oxytec offers the following products specifically for grease-intensive applications:
- plasma filters with high oxidation performance,
- Combination units with pre-separators, UV, and ozone,
- Systems with multi-stage odor reduction,
- Also suitable as an add-on module for mobile cooking islands.
How much space do the systems require?
Very little:
- Hoods with integrated technology are hardly larger than standard hoods
- Mobile versions with oxytec module fit on counters or cooking trolleys
- No external ventilation ducts or technical rooms required
How loud are the devices?
Our systems are designed to be particularly quiet, so they can also be used:
- in guest areas,
- at events,
- or in schools, cafeterias, or clinics
can be used without any problems and without disturbing the room acoustics.
How can the air be vented if there is no shaft?
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Return to the room (recirculation) with odorless cleaning
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Side discharge, e.g., via window, facade, or technical area
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Integrated active extraction with filter module and sound insulation available
