Open Kitchens
Commercial Kitchen Canopies for Open Kitchens.
Canopies that look right in front of customers and still do the job.
Request a QuoteCommercial Kitchen Canopies for Open Kitchens
In an open kitchen the canopy is part of the dining room. Customers see the finish, the welds and the filters, as well as the cooks working beneath.
We fabricate canopies with clean lines and quality stainless finishing, and match the extraction to the cooking line so heat and smoke stay out of the dining area.
Where Looks and Performance Meet
Open kitchens often involve a designer. We work to your drawings and can review finishes with you before fabrication.
- Clean, well-finished stainless steel that is visible from the floor
- Island or wall canopies, depending on the layout
- Quiet fans and well-balanced airflow
- Concealed duct routes where the building allows
- Matching stainless benches, pass and cladding
How We Build It
KS Steel Engineering has been operating for 13 years from Epping. You send us the layout or equipment list and a few site photos; we confirm measurements, scope the canopy, ducting and fan, and quote. The canopy is fabricated in our Epping workshop, then our team delivers and installs it and connects the ductwork and fan.
Because we make the canopy ourselves, changes to size, filter layout or duct connection points are handled at the fabrication stage rather than on site.
Standards, and Where We Install
Commercial kitchen ventilation in Australia is governed by AS 1668.2, and other requirements cover the fire performance of surrounding construction. What applies depends on the building, the cooking equipment and your local authority. We fabricate to the design and approvals for your project.
Our workshop is at Unit 1/22 Salicki Ave, Epping. We install across Melbourne, including the northern suburbs of Lalor, Thomastown, Mill Park, Bundoora, South Morang, Whittlesea, Reservoir, Preston, Campbellfield, Broadmeadows and Craigieburn, plus Altona, Dandenong, Clyde and Geelong. We have also completed projects in regional Victoria (Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura, Wodonga, Seymour, Moe and Drouin) and in Canberra. Stock photos on this page are illustrative and are not KS Steel projects.
Other Kitchens We Build For
Every kitchen cooks differently. These pages cover the equipment and layout of other kitchens we fabricate for.
- CafesCompact exhaust canopies and ductwork for cafe kitchens.Read more →
- RestaurantsCustom canopies and exhaust systems sized to your cooking line.Read more →
- Hotels, Pubs and BarsLarger cooking lines, long hours and bistro kitchens catered for.Read more →
- Clubs and Function CentresLarge cooking lines and banquet kitchens, scoped and installed as one system.Read more →
- School CanteensDurable, easy-clean canopies and exhaust for school and college canteens.Read more →
- Central and Production KitchensHeavy-duty extraction for production kitchens and food manufacturers.Read more →
- Dark and Ghost KitchensCompact canopies and exhaust for delivery-only and shared kitchens.Read more →
- Catering KitchensCanopies and extraction for catering kitchens and prep spaces.Read more →
- Takeaway ShopsGrease-heavy cooking handled with the right canopy and filters.Read more →
- Fast Food OutletsHigh-output exhaust for burger, chicken and quick-service kitchens.Read more →
- BakeriesExtraction for deck ovens, rack ovens and busy bakery floors.Read more →
- Aged Care and Hospital KitchensHygienic, durable stainless steel canopies and extraction for healthcare kitchens.Read more →
- Food CourtsCompact canopies for food court stalls and shopping centre tenancies.Read more →
For the wider picture, see our full range of services, completed projects and approach to compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
We can discuss finishes and detailing with your designer. Appearance is balanced against airflow and cleanability.
Need a Commercial Kitchen Canopy for Open Kitchens?
Tell us about your kitchen and cooking line and we will scope the canopy and ductwork.
No obligation. We’ll get back to you.