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200°C
Standard grease
ignition temperature
500°C
Ecofix residue tested to - without ignition
36mo
Extended cleaning intervals where conditions allow
CO₂+H₂O
The only by-products
of the Ecofix process
THE PROBLEM
Grease accumulation in extract ductwork is a persistent, well-documented risk - and traditional approaches don't prevent it.
As fats, oils, and grease are extracted from cooking processes, they condense on internal duct surfaces. Standard kitchen grease deposits are known to ignite at approximately 200°C, making unmanaged ductwork a critical safety concern.
Progressive grease accumulation
Grease builds up on internal duct surfaces over time - restricting airflow, generating persistent odours, and creating a significant and growing fire risk with every service.
Reactive, access-heavy cleaning
Periodic manual cleaning, chemical degreasers, and reactive maintenance following inspection failures. Disruptive, costly, and they don't prevent re-accumulation between cleans.
Restricted airflow and performance
Grease deposits narrow duct cross-sections over time, reducing system performance, increasing fan load, and making the entire extract system work harder than it should.
Inaccessible and high-risk areas
Many duct runs - particularly risers - require specialist access such as abseiling to clean manually. Frequency is limited by cost and practicality, leaving significant sections unmanaged.
How ECOFIX works
A patented biological misting process that breaks grease down from the inside out.
Rather than removing grease after it builds up, Ecofix prevents excessive accumulation from forming in the first place — using a continuous biological process that requires no chemicals, no disruption, and no staff input.
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Biological mist introduced
Biologically active droplets are continuously generated and introduced directly into the kitchen extract and ventilation system.
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Droplets adhere to grease
The mist droplets adhere to grease, oils, and fats on all internal duct surfaces — making contact with deposits across the full system.
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Bacteria consume the grease
Selected Class 1 bacteria consume grease and volatile fatty acids — the same compounds responsible for persistent extraction odours.
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Safe by-products expelled
Grease is converted into water, CO₂, and a minimal biomass residue. The residue is safely expelled with the airflow and absorbed naturally.
FIRE RISK REDUCTION
Independent testing. Verified results.
By continuously removing grease from internal duct surfaces, Ecofix significantly reduces the amount of combustible material present within the kitchen extract system.
Standard kitchen grease
~200°C
Ignition temperature
Standard kitchen grease deposits found in unmanaged extract ductwork ignite at approximately 200°C — a temperature routinely reached in commercial kitchen environments.
Ecofix residual biomass
500°C
Tested to — without ignition
The residual biomass produced by the Ecofix biological process was independently tested to 500°C without ignition — representing a substantial reduction in fire load within protected systems.
Key benefits
Continuous hygiene, lower risk, better compliance.
Significant fire risk reduction
Continuous removal of combustible grease from duct surfaces materially reduces fire load — independently verified through testing to 500°C without ignition of the residual biomass.
Effective odour control
Volatile fatty acids — the primary cause of unpleasant odours in extract systems — are neutralised during the biological process, improving air quality in kitchens and surrounding areas.
TR19 compliance support
Ecofix maintains ductwork in a cleaner condition between inspections and reduces grease levels where manual access is limited — supporting TR19 hygiene strategies without replacing statutory inspections.
Extended cleaning intervals
In many cases, Ecofix has allowed access-heavy cleaning intervals to be extended from 12 months to up to 36 months where conditions allow — significantly reducing servicing and access costs.
Environmentally responsible
Class 1 naturally occurring bacteria. No caustic agents, no ozone, no reactive species. The only reaction products are carbon dioxide and water — safe for continuous use in occupied environments.
Fully automatic operation
Once installed, Ecofix requires no daily input from staff. Dosing happens automatically — delivering consistent performance regardless of workload or shift patterns.
Ecofix vs UV and electrostatic systems
A cleaner, safer, more practical alternative.
Unlike UV, ozonolysis, or electrostatic precipitation systems, Ecofix treats grease inside the ductwork itself — providing continuous, reliable control without the drawbacks.
Ecofix
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No radicals, ozone, or reactive species released
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No high daily energy consumption
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Only CO₂ and water as reaction products
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Treats grease inside the ductwork directly
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Consistent real-world performance
UV / Electrostatic systems
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Can release ozone and reactive species
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Often high energy consumption
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Require very long duct paths to be effective
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Inconsistent real-world performance
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Do not treat grease within the ductwork itself
Common Questions
Yes. The residual biomass produced by the Ecofix biological process has been independently tested to 500°C without ignition. By continuously removing grease from internal duct surfaces, Ecofix significantly reduces the amount of combustible material present within the system — resulting in a substantial reduction in fire load.
Ecofix supports TR19 compliance by maintaining kitchen extract ductwork in a cleaner condition between inspections and reducing grease accumulation. It continuously controls grease build-up at source, extends manual cleaning intervals, and supports compliance in areas where access is restricted. Ecofix does not replace statutory inspection requirements but plays an important role in maintaining hygiene standards and reducing risk between scheduled PPM cleans.
Yes. Ecofix uses Class 1, naturally occurring bacteria specifically selected for their ability to digest grease and volatile fatty acids. They consume grease and odour-causing compounds and break organic matter down into carbon dioxide and water — producing no hazardous, toxic, or reactive by-products. Safe for pipework, people, and the wider environment.
Unlike UV, ozonolysis, or electrostatic precipitation systems, Ecofix does not release radicals, ozone, or reactive species, does not rely on high daily energy consumption, and produces only CO₂ and water. UV and ESP systems often require very long duct paths to be effective and can deliver inconsistent real-world performance. Ecofix treats grease inside the ductwork itself, providing continuous, reliable control.
Yes. Ecofix can be designed to suit site-specific access constraints — including installation within internal or external risers and targeted treatment of discharge risers. In many cases, Ecofix has allowed access-heavy cleaning intervals to be extended from 12 months to up to 36 months where conditions allow, with the remainder of the system managed through standard PPM cleaning.
In summary
Ecofix transforms kitchen extract hygiene from reactive to controlled.
By continuously breaking down grease at source, Ecofix keeps kitchen extract systems clean, compliant, and under control — automatically.
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Continuous extract system cleanliness
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Significant fire-risk reduction
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Effective odour control
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Reduced manual cleaning frequency
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Lower servicing and access costs
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Environmentally responsible biological treatment
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TR19 compliance support
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Fully automatic — no behaviour change required
Ecofix keeps kitchen extract systems clean, compliant, and under control — automatically.