Problem Description

As a highly popular, high-end amusement park, Shanghai Disney Resort faces extremely stringent safety, environmental, and efficiency requirements for its kitchen operations. Traditional commercial kitchen exhaust and safety protection systems struggle to meet these rigorous standards. The conventional duct-based exhaust system—comprising a range hood, air purifier, and exhaust fan—is not only complex to install and time-consuming but also faces issues such as failing to meet environmental impact assessment standards and complaints from nearby residents; Additionally, grease easily accumulates inside the ducts, posing a serious fire hazard and violating Disney’s “safety first” operational principle. Furthermore, the high-end cooking equipment used in the park’s kitchens demands greater compatibility and stability from the exhaust system, creating an urgent need for an integrated kitchen solution that balances safety, environmental protection, and efficiency while being compatible with high-end cooking equipment.

Solution

To address the stringent requirements of Shanghai Disney Resort’s kitchen facilities, the resort adopted a powerful combination of the “MORK Indoor Direct-Exhaust Hood + Frymaster Fryer + ANSUL Fire Suppression System.” These three cutting-edge systems work together to create a highly efficient, stable, safe, and environmentally friendly kitchen solution, successfully winning Disney’s approval.

→  A Powerful Partnership Sets the Standard for Professional Frying

Founded in 1935, Frymaster is a manufacturer of high-performance frying equipment and has been a leader in fryer innovation for nearly a century. With its precise temperature control, efficient heating, and stable, durable performance, it has earned the trust of renowned global food and beverage brands. The MORK integrated indoor direct-vent hood pairs perfectly with Frymaster’s professional fryers, eliminating oil fumes from professional frying while helping kitchens operate at peak efficiency to meet the park’s high-quality food service demands.

→  Dual Protection, Fortifying Kitchen Safety

For high-traffic venues like Disney, safety is always the top priority. This solution provides dual safety protection to comprehensively safeguard kitchen operations: The MORK indoor direct-vent hood features a ductless design combined with multi-stage purification technology, purifying fumes on-site without venting them outdoors. This prevents grease buildup in ducts over time, significantly reducing fire hazards at the source; simultaneously, the equipment is equipped with the ANSUL fire suppression system—the recognized “gold standard” in commercial kitchen fire safety. As a world-leading fire suppression system, it can precisely detect, rapidly respond to, and automatically extinguish fires the moment a cooking oil fire breaks out, further reducing fire hazards in the kitchen and meeting Disney’s stringent safety requirements.

→  A New Ventilation Model Tailored for High-End Settings

The MORK integrated indoor direct-vent hood with built-in fryer revolutionizes traditional ventilation methods. Its multi-stage purification system enables direct indoor recirculation and purification, achieving zero external exhaust and eliminating complaints, effortlessly meeting Disney’s dual requirements for safety, environmental protection, and operational efficiency. Its ductless design completely resolves the issues associated with traditional duct ventilation—such as complex installation, lengthy construction periods, and difficulties in passing environmental impact assessments—making it perfectly suited for theme park environments where large-scale renovations are impractical and environmental standards are stringent.

→  Ductless, Convenient Installation: Say Goodbye to Space and Environmental Constraints

Unlike the cumbersome process of drilling through walls for traditional ducted exhaust systems, the MORK indoor direct-exhaust hood requires no exhaust ductwork. It can be installed either suspended from the ceiling or mounted flat, making it completely unrestricted by site conditions and perfectly suited to the spatial layout requirements of Disney theme park kitchens. Installation takes just one day; simply connect the power supply and it’s ready to use, significantly shortening the pre-opening preparation period without disrupting the park’s normal operations.

→  Energy-Efficient and Cost-Effective, Reducing Long-Term Operating Costs

The units support independent activation—operating only the units in use—which can reduce monthly electricity bills by nearly half compared to traditional exhaust systems. Since no ductwork is required, there is no accumulation of grease in pipes or associated cleaning difficulties. This saves over 10,000 yuan annually in cleaning costs compared to traditional duct systems, significantly reducing expenses while eliminating fire hazards caused by grease buildup in ducts, ensuring both economic efficiency and safety.

→  Flexible Adaptability for Diverse Commercial Settings

The MORK indoor direct-vent hood can be flexibly moved and positioned without location restrictions. In addition to high-end venues like Disney Parks, it is suitable for various commercial settings such as shopping malls, airports, and office buildings. It addresses the pain points of traditional exhaust systems—difficult installation, high costs, and numerous safety hazards—at the source, truly delivering “plug-and-play functionality, safety, environmental friendliness, and peace of mind while saving money.”

About MORK

MORK’s ductless recirculating and direct-vent hoods offer full-lifecycle services ranging from R&D, design, and manufacturing to commissioning and after-sales support. Differentiation through innovation is the key to our long-term competitive advantage. Our continued success stems from innovative technology, high-quality products, and comprehensive after-sales service. We consistently exceed customer expectations and create sustainable value for our clients.

Partner with MORK to explore the freedom of ductless cooking. Our innovative equipment delivers exceptional performance, enabling you to create more functional, efficient, and convenient kitchens—unhindered by ventilation constraints.