Case study
Škoda Auto relies on Atrea TPV ventilation ceilings
The largest industrial kitchen in the Czech Republic,
located at the Škoda Auto headquarters.
located at the Škoda Auto headquarters.
Mladá Boleslav, the Czech Republic
Unique place, unique requirements, unique solution
860 m2
main kitchen ceiling
Up to
90 000 m3 / hr / AHU
28 m2
show kitchen ceiling
- Heating
- Cooling
- Ventilation
- Year of Realization 2021
introduction of the place
Where it is
In 2021, Škoda Auto completed the construction of a new central kitchen on its main production campus in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic. Designed as the core catering hub for the brand’s extensive operations, the facility serves meals for staff across multiple plants and offices, including remote sites such as Kvasiny. The kitchen is not only the largest of its kind in the country, but also one of the most technically advanced in Europe.
The kitchen spans over 7,600 square metres, with a dedicated cooking zone of 860 square metres. Thanks to its high level of automation and ergonomic layout, the operation is capable of preparing up to 35,000 meals per day. The project was delivered by Metrostav and represents a significant leap forward in terms of kitchen engineering, capacity planning and food service logistics in the automotive sector.
Customer's requirements
The challenge
Škoda Auto has some of the strictest internal requirements for building technology and hygiene in the Czech Republic. In the context of kitchen ventilation, this meant that conventional systems with standard extractor hoods were quickly ruled out. They simply would not meet the airflow demands, cleanliness thresholds, or architectural integration needed for such a high-capacity and continuous operation.
The solution had to ensure optimal air quality in a space where heat, steam, and aerosolised grease are generated on a massive scale. It also needed to protect ceiling infrastructure and lighting from contamination, allow easy access for maintenance, and support smart, automated control. In short, the client was looking for a highly efficient, hygienic, and scalable ventilation concept that would meet not only today’s standards but also tomorrow’s expectations for energy efficiency and operational excellence.
kitchen ventilation & commercial line
The solution
Atrea supplied a customised TPV ventilation ceiling system that addressed all key requirements of the project. The TPV ceiling is based on a fully sealed, wall-to-wall design that extracts waste air evenly across the entire kitchen area. The system ensures not only safe and efficient air handling but also a visually clean and cohesive ceiling appearance that integrates seamlessly with lighting and building services.
With an airflow capacity of 90,000 m³/h, the ceiling is able to replace the entire air volume of the cooking hall up to 40 times per hour. This helps maintain a stable indoor climate even under full load. Integrated LED luminaires provide uniform light distribution, reducing eye strain for staff and eliminating shadows over work surfaces. The airtight ceiling design prevents grease and moisture from accumulating above the visible ceiling line, protecting structural components and reducing long-term maintenance.
All system functions are governed by an intelligent control unit that adjusts air exchange based on real-time temperature and humidity values. This not only ensures a comfortable working environment but also minimises energy consumption and supports low operating costs.
Principle of our ceilings
How does the ceiling connected to the unit work?
Our highly efficient (99%) Atrea ventilation ceilings have the option of using a DUPLEX Basic heat recovery unit for efficient air exchange in the kitchen.
Polluted air is extracted and filtered through high quality stainless steel filters and then also as an option eliminated by the UV-C filtration technology.
The ceilings are a closed system which means air-tight solution that preserves the building construction and eliminates smell into the premises. This solution provides optimal working conditions for the kitchen staff.
Atrea offers a complete system – ventilation ceiling with filtration together with air-handling unit and control system. All delivered and installed by one supplier!
Feedback from the customer
“ATREA solution meets all our requirements for functionality, design, and quality, with provisions for regular servicing to ensure long-term system reliability and performance.”
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From concept to construction
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The result
Compactness
Compact dimensions with an emphasis on depth and smart solutions for limited installation spaces.
Constant temperature
Constant temperature maintained between 18 and 20 °C.
High efficiency
High efficient heat recovery cores developed and produced by ATREA and energy saving top class fans.
RD5 control system
The high-tech control system developed and manufactured in house is tailored to our air handling units and used throughout the whole portfolio.
Installed products
DUPLEX Basic
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