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ManufacturingCalifornia, United States201-500 Employees
Zephyr is a mid-sized manufacturing company based in Alameda, California, specializing in residential kitchen ventilation hoods. Founded in 1997, it emphasizes design-driven innovation and technology within its category, partnering with noted designers to shape high-performing, aesthetically integrated hood systems. The company has introduced industry-leading concepts, including a DCBL Suppression System, intended to deliver quiet operation and energy-efficient performance. Its products target homeowners and design-minded buyers seeking effective ventilation that complements kitchen design. Zephyr has earned multiple recognitions, including consumer-focused ratings such as the Consumer Report Buy Rating and the Consumer Digest Best Buy Rating, along with design honors from Chicago Athenaeum, ADEX, Appliance Design, Spark, and Architectural Products. In 2024 the company expanded its Presrv line with the Presrv Pro Wine & Beverage Coolers, signaling ongoing product diversification in the kitchen category.