Project Description
This project involved supplying and wiring a new commercial make-up air unit (MUA) for a Korean restaurant kitchen with heavy grill, pan-fry, and wok cooking. The goal: bring in clean tempered air to balance the exhaust hood and keep the kitchen safe, breathable, and compliant. Work included electrical distribution to the new unit, disconnect and controller installation, integration with the existing exhaust hood system, wiring cleanup in the ceiling space, and final testing — all while the restaurant remained open for service.
Scope of Work
- Power feed & disconnect — ran a new dedicated circuit to the make-up air unit, with a properly rated disconnect and overcurrent protection
- Controls & interlock — wired the control panel and enable signal so the make-up air starts with the exhaust hood, maintaining airflow balance
- Conduit & support — installed EMT routing through tight ceiling space and rooftop penetration points, with secure support and labeling
- Ceiling cleanup — removed old abandoned wiring and reworked lighting and receptacle feeds around the hood area to meet code and improve serviceability
- Testing & verification — checked voltage, amperage draw, fan rotation, and air delivery with the mechanical contractor during startup
Benefits to Client
- Balanced airflow and reduced heat load on the cook line — a safer, more comfortable kitchen
- Cleaner electrical layout around the commercial hood for easier future service
- Startup supported and documented with the mechanical contractor
