Environment archives

Environment 26 August 2025 2 min. read

Mechline Developments achieves ISO 14001 environmental management certification

Mechline Developments has officially received ISO 14001 certification – an internationally agreed standard for environmental management systems (EMS). Serving to strengthen Mechline’s already impressive environmental credentials, the ISO 14001 certification is awarded to companies that have laid a foundation for a sustainable and future-ready approach to environmental management. This goes hand-in-hand with the portfolio of

Press Releases 15 July 2024 2 min. read

GreasePak just got even greener

Mechline Developments is excited to announce that the replacement fluid boxes for their award-winning GreasePak FOGS management solution are now created from 100% recyclable packaging. Featuring less packaging in total, which itself is made from responsibly sourced paper, the new boxes complement GreasePak’s environmentally friendly Class 1 biodegradable bio-fluid, providing customers with an overall more

Case Studies 8 June 2022 4 min. read

Mechline’s 5 Star FOGS solution at The Landmark

The five-star Landmark Hotel opened its doors in 1899 and for the last 123 years has provided an oasis of luxury in central London – welcoming guests into their iconic Winter Garden, an eight-story courtyard covered by a glass roof. The Winter Garden Restaurant is just one of many dining areas in the Landmark which

Environment 3 May 2022 5 min. read

Enzyme Dosing vs Biological Dosing: What is the Difference?

The distinction between bacteria and enzymes is often misunderstood, which leads to poor decision making when it comes to choosing FOGS management equipment. This can lead to drain blockages, equipment breakdown, and even prosecution, if your venue is found to be responsible for problems in the sewer network. Whether you’re using a Biological solution, or

Environment 11 March 2022 10 min. read

Living with Covid: The Role of Clean Indoor Air

What will I learn? The challenges of maintaining clean air The effectiveness of different solutions The importance of doing your research The importance of testing manufacturers claims How to find a simple solution that can effectively provide you with clean air Life is starting to feel a bit like old times. In some parts of

Environment 2 March 2022 3 min. read

Mechline to showcase Clean Air Solutions and Grease Management at HRC

21-23 March – ExCeL London Mechline Developments will be showcasing a range of innovative hygiene and FOGS (Fats, Oils, Grease and Starches) management solutions at HRC to help foodservice and hospitality operators move forward with confidence, as we embrace living with Covid. HyGenikx – tested and effective air and surface sanitisation One of the highlights

Environment 24 February 2022 3 min. read

HyGenikx helps protect Kauai staff, despite serving 200,000 customers

Since opening its first UK store in 2020 during the Coronavirus pandemic, healthy fast food and casual dining chain, Kauai has served over 200,000 customers at their Edinburgh store. Despite such significant customer footfall, not one of their staff has caught Covid during this time. This is not however, purely down to luck but, according

HyGenikx 24 January 2022 4 min. read

A Health and Safety Checklist For Your Customers

Are you showing your customers that you take their health and safety seriously? New research shows 62% of consumers agree that hospitality hygiene standards have become MORE important to them since COVID-19. And 55% want to see hygiene measures evident and transparent. The study also revealed that consumers will be unwilling to give venues a

Environment 10 December 2021 6 min. read

Why HyGenikx is an effective and eco-friendly alternative to open windows

The emergence of new coronavirus variants always brings air quality back into the spotlight. Masks are put back on and people are reminded to open windows. This is because we now know the risks of airborne transmission. If an infected person talks, coughs, or even just breathes, aerosols laden with virus are released and can

Environment 11 November 2021 3 min. read

Campden BRI testing proves HyGenikx kills airborne Coronavirus

Independent trials conducted by Campden BRI have confirmed that the HyGenikx air and surface sanitisation system, from UK manufacturer Mechline Developments is effective at removing airborne Coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2 which causes Covid-19. The results of the trials proved that HyGenikx removed up to 99.99% of an airborne Covid-19 surrogate in under 3 hours.* These results

Environment 10 September 2021 2 min. read

Mechline to present Coronavirus killing technology and complete FOGS management solution at Commercial Kitchen

23-24 September 2021, ExCeL London Mechline Developments will be presenting its range of innovative hygiene, food waste management and Fat, Oil, Grease & Starch (FOGS) removal solutions at the Commercial Kitchen Show on the 23rd and 24th September at ExCeL in London. A visit to Mechline’s stand (A31) is a must for any operator serious

Environment 10 September 2021 3 min. read

Mechline’s four steps to clean drains and FOGS compliance

Mechline Developments has launched a comprehensive four step FOGS management service – to help operators prevent the build-up of fats, oils, grease and starches in their drains and sewers and to ensure that they are compliant with all relevant UK legislation. Mechline’s four step FOGS management service involves: assessing the FOGS management needs of a