MAKING GREEN WORK.
Prevent FOG build-up
High‑volume cooking aerosolises grease which condenses on canopies, ductwork and fans. Left untreated, deposits restrict airflow and create a significant fire risk. Vent treats the grease round the clock.
Reduce costs
Emergency cleans, downtime and call‑outs add up. Planned, proactive control keeps kitchen extract systems within safe thresholds and protects margins.
Simplify compliance
Insurers and auditors increasingly expect records showing how you control grease risk between deep cleans. VENT provides clear scheduling and logs.
What is Vent?
Until now, the only effective, economical solution to clean kitchen extract and duct systems has been to manually scrape Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG) from the surface of the duct, using degreasers with potentially harmful chemicals.
Vent by BIO-CIRCLE is revolutionising the treatment of FOG, by using a combination of cutting-edge equipment, biotechnology and auditing systems. As a results, the Vent system is raising compliance levels to a new industry standard.
The system offers a proven and continuous kitchen extract cleaning system, as well as year-round complinace in one complete package. The patented biochemical delivery system continually treats the inside of the duct to maintain FOG-free extracts and the highest levels of compliance.
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How Vent works
VENT provides round the clock protection against the build-up of Fats, Oil and Grease within the kitchen extract system, to ensure compliance all year round.
As the VENT system continually treats grease residue on the duct surface, it has the added benefit of reducing adhesion resulting in less grease build up. This significantly lowers the risk of fire, due to the reduction in build-up of grease, exceeding current levels of compliance.
With increased efficiency of the kitchen extraction system, maintenance and repair costs are reduced, alongside the added benefit of carbon filters, ESP and other complimentary treatment systems lifespan are also increased.
VENT also reduces the amount of manual cleaning required, which in turn, reduces the inconvenience and cost of kitchen down-time.
The cycle of continuous cleaning
Benefits of Vent
INCREASED COMPLIANCE
The Vent system works around the clock to stop FOG build-up before it starts, keeping ducts cleaner for longer and helping sites achieve the highest levels of compliance with ease. Vent is NSF certified and requires no labelling under the CLP Regulations.
Some of the main legislative requirements:
Workplace Regulations 1992 - "Employer must provide effective and suitable ventilation in the workplace" and "the workplace & cleaning equipment must be cleaned as appropriate."
Regulatory Reform Fire Safety Order 2005 - Introduced the role of the "responsible person," risk assessment and fire safety arrangements
REDUCTION IN BAD SMELLS & ODOURS
By reducing the build-up of FOG, the Vent system minimises the odours that typically come with it, resulting in fewer disruptions for your customers, staff, and neighbours. Vent is also dermatologically tested.
REDUCTION IN LONG TERM & HIDDEN COSTS
Do you know the true cost of your current cleaning regime? Vent enhances the efficiency of kitchen extraction systems, lowering maintenance and repair costs while extending the lifespan of carbon filters, ESP, filters and other related extraction machinery. Compliance and insurance costs are also significantly reduced.
IMPROVED FIRE SAFETY
Did you know, there is at least one fire a day in London caused by excessive grease buildup in commercial kitchens?* The Vent system continuously cleans your extract system, cutting fire risk by preventing the FOG build-up that fuels dangerous flare-ups.
*SOURCE: LONDON FIRE BRIGADE
24/7 ACCESS TO PORTAL
The Vent compliance portal is designed with our customers in mind. It’s secure, user-friendly, and intuitive, providing you with 24/7 access to compliance data right at your fingertips.
REDUCTION IN OPERATIONAL DOWNTIME
The Vent system tackles both new and existing grease, minimising the need for manual cleaning and significantly cutting the inconvenience and cost of kitchen downtime.
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The hidden costs of cleaning
When considering your true cost of duct cleaning, it is not enough to simply look at the standalone cost of the professional clean. There are many more costs involved:
LOGISTICAL
Ductwork access
Night cleaning
Agreement from surrounding businesses
ADMINISTRATIVE
Staff resource
Staff overtime
Staff training
Staff absence
OPERATIONAL
Lost revenue during closure
Key features
1 / Programmable dosing
Programmable dosing by day and time to match prep, service and close‑down.
2 / Non-hazardous fluid
Food‑service safe, NSF-approved and dermatologically-tested biological formula - non‑caustic and non‑solvent.
3 / IP-rated
IP‑rated enclosure for hot commercial kitchens.
4 / Minimal disruption for install
Quick‑fit install with minimal disruption; wall or canopy mounted.
5 / Service alerts
Service alerts for consumable replacement and maintenance checks.
6 / Data logging
Data logging (optional) for audit evidence and insurer reviews.
Quote from a well-known chain of pubs
"Having the Vent system keeping our ducts and extracts completely free from grease build-up has been a game-changer. No more disruption for duct cleaning and we've saved in insurance & compliance costs too."
The power of bioremediation
VENT Liquid is a label-free cleaner for removing contaminants from kitchen exhaust and ventilation systems. The liquid was specially developed for use in our VENT spray system.
The enzymes it contains bind contaminants such as oils, grease, and soot and break them down into free-flowing degradation products. These can then be easily removed from the duct system via grease collection channels.
The enzymes used are completely biodegradable. As biocatalysts, they are highly effective, do not wear out, and, from an environmental perspective, eliminate the need for a variety of cleaning agents such as surfactants, solvents, and complexing agents.
The service life of motors, heat exchangers, and ducts is significantly extended. The VENT Liquid utilises the waste heat from the duct and requires no additional energy input in the form of heat.
Enzymatic cleaning does not affect the material, is food safe and extends the service lives of filters, motors, and heat exchangers, minimising investment, and service costs.
On average, each restaurant will be required to change the fluid only once in-between visits.
NEW! Vent Foam
VENT Foaming Canopy & Ducting Cleaner is a sustainable alternative to aggressive chemical cleaning agents. It is a food-safe, VOC-free, caustic-free and odour-free cleaning foam designed for use in and around food-processing areas.
Ready to use and environmentally friendly, it effectively removes grease, fats and stubborn residues without leaving noticeable odours, visible residue or taint on surfaces.
Its slightly viscous foaming formula clings to vertical and overhead surfaces, allowing a brief dwell time to break down contaminants before wiping with a clean damp cloth or rinsing thoroughly with potable water.
Depending on the level of contamination, apply neat or dilute 1:1. Supplied in 2 x 5-litre containers. Price on application, subject to quantity. Delivery charged separately.
Where it fits
How VENT supports industries
The Vent System can be used in any commercial or industrial kitchen setting. We develop a bespoke programme, tailoring the treatment frequency to suit your needs.
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Fast food outlets
Fast food kitchens quickly build up fats, oils and grease (FOG), clogging extraction systems and raising fire risk. Vent uses biotechnology to break down FOG, boosting safety and compliance.
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Bars & Pubs
From pub classics to gastro dining, food prep creates FOG that strains HVAC systems. Vent cuts the load, minimises downtime, and keeps kitchens running at peak performance.
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Restaurants
Clean, compliant extraction means lower costs and less downtime. Vent boosts efficiency so your team can focus on delivering a great dining experience.
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Hotels & Leisure
Hotels run 24/7, creating constant FOG build-up that challenges safety and sustainability goals. Vent provides tailored solutions to align with your business objectives.
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Shopping Centres
Shopping centre food courts face heavy footfall and complex duct networks, making FOG control a challenge. Vent simplifies cleaning and keeps systems running efficiently.
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Cafés & Coffee Shops
As café culture and brunch menus grow, so does FOG. Vent keeps cleaning costs down while supporting a smooth-running kitchen, an essential support for smaller businesses.
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Train Stations
High footfall at rail stations creates busy food areas and tricky duct networks. Vent effectively targets and cleans FOG throughout the system.
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Airports
Busy food halls attract travellers but also create FOG build-up in ducts, increasing fire risk. Vent keeps systems safe and efficient.
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Service Stations
UK service stations prioritise convenience, but kitchens often see FOG build-up in their extraction systems. Vent keeps them running smoothly and FOG-free.
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Schools
Biovent helps schools maintain health and safety, reduce fire risk, and lower annual costs with cleaner, safer kitchens.
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Hospitals
With mass food production on site, Vent breaks down cooking emissions into safer by-products, improving site health and safety while reducing fire risk and annual costs.
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Offices
Vent helps offices uphold their values and green policies, supporting corporate social and environmental responsibility.
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Prisons
Critical operational objectives such as improved health and safety, environmental sustainability and waste management are paramount for prisons to ensure public budget isn’t wasted. Vent can help deliver these objectives and reduce operational costs.
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Tourism, Events & Attractions
Events and attractions often generate FOG and higher fire risk from fast-food outlets. Vent reduces both, keeping kitchens safe and efficient.
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Industrial Caterers & Manufacturers
Vent helps offices uphold their values and green policies, supporting corporate social and environmental responsibility.
