Noverber 10, 2003

International Apria 2003 prize to Halton's new UV-hood range

Halton Foodservice, one of the leading commercial kitchen ventilation companies, has won the Apria Equip'Hotel prize in the international Equip'Hotel exhibition in Paris. The winning Halton Capture Ray hood range is based on Halton's patented Capture JetTM solution: advanced filter technology and Ultra-Violet technology for a cost efficient and comfortable foodservice environment.

Apria Equip'Hotel prizes have a long and established position in the foodservice business. The Equip'Hotel 2003 exhibition in Paris was the 25th time the awards have been handed out. The international prize rewards technological innovations in four categories, from kitchen equipment to complete catering or kitchen installations.

The Apria 2003 prize in the high safety and hygiene performance equipment category went to Halton's new Capture Ray hood range, incorporating the latest innovation in the commercial kitchen: the Capture RayTM system with Ultra-Violet technology.

The hoods are equipped with the high efficiency Capture JetTM solution, ensuring a healthy and productive working environment by preventing heat and impurities produced by the cooking process from spreading to the working area, whilst also contributing to energy efficient operation due to lower airflow rates.

The Halton Capture Ray system exposes the cooking effluent to UV light, which breaks down grease molecules into smaller harmless compounds of carbon dioxide and water vapour. The compounds are carried out with the exhaust airflow, leaving grease-free ducts and reducing odours at the fan discharge. Efficient mechanical KSA filters add to the clean operation.

Scientifically tested and proven, the Halton Capture RayTM system increases fire safety and promotes environmental values while decreasing running costs due to the reduction of grease deposit in the ductwork and fan system. In addition, increased productivity and energy savings contribute to a fast payback time for the initial investment.