Rational iCombi UltraVent Plus Recirculation Hood 61 & 101

The Rational iCombi UltraVent Plus is a recirculation canopy designed specifically to sit on top of the iCombi oven in its 6-1 and 10-1 configurations. It connects directly to the oven's internal sensors, allowing the extraction system to operate automatically — activating when the oven is running and capturing the burst of steam released each time the door is opened. Steam, vapour, and cooking odours are drawn in at source rather than dispersing into the surrounding kitchen space.

What separates the Plus from the standard UltraVent is its additional filtration capacity. The base model handles steam and condensation reliably, but the Plus includes specialist filter layers capable of dealing with smoke and grease-laden vapour generated during grilling and roasting programmes. For kitchens running the iCombi across its full range — baking, steaming, and high-temperature roasting — the Plus is the more appropriate choice.

The practical value of a recirculation canopy lies in what it removes from the installation process. There is no requirement for ductwork, overhead canopy hoods, or modifications to the building. In operational terms, this means:

• The oven can be positioned where it suits the workflow, not where ducting permits
• Retrofitting to an existing iCombi is straightforward
• Well suited to front-of-house settings, theatre kitchens, and leased premises where structural works are not viable
• Ongoing costs are limited to periodic carbon filter replacement
• Direct integration with the oven's controls requires no separate wiring

It is worth being honest about what recirculation technology does not provide. It is not a substitute for ducted extraction where heat removal from the room is a priority. In enclosed or poorly ventilated kitchens, ambient temperature will still rise during sustained service, so room ventilation should be considered separately alongside any recirculation canopy.

The UltraVent Plus suits operators who use the iCombi across its full range of cooking modes and need a clean, practical extraction solution without building work. For larger 20-1 units or high-volume sites with significant heat output, a ducted extraction approach is likely more appropriate.

If you are weighing up whether a recirculation canopy is the right solution for your kitchen environment, we are glad to talk through the specifics with you before you make a decision.