Ventilation Systems Cleaning and Maintenance in Scotland and the UK.

No company likes to have to get their ventilation systems cleaned as it is often a hassle to do so. So if you need to get your ventilation system cleaned, why not get the recognised experts in the field to carry out the work with the minimum of fuss? Merkland tank offer a comprehensive ventilation systems cleaning and mantenance service for Scotland and The UK. Have a look at how we approach cleaning your ventilation systems and call us now on 0141 440 6130 or contact us for an appraisal.

The condition of ventilation systems has tended to be neglected for several reasons: long lengths of often inaccessible ductwork being; a lack of any firm guidelines to inspect, maintain and clean the system.

However a number of factors have stimulated the growth of air hygiene services;

Media attention and legislation have contributed to building owners and operators becoming increasingly aware of their responsibility for maintaining a safe and health environment.
The increasing complexity of building services, particularly in commercial buildings, has reduced the ability of the owner operator to service his own plant.
A trend for building refurbishment frequently includes cleaning of existing ventilation systems.
Risk of litigation over neglect.

Against this background the Building Services Research and Information Association (BSRIA) have produced a specification, the Standard Specification for Ventilation Hygiene, which defines appropriate levels of cleanliness and methods of cleaning.

Merkland Tank undertake duct cleaning to requirements of the specification.They will recommend the appropriate method of cleaning, prepare a methodology, agree an inspection and acceptance policy, undertake the cleaning in a discreet a manner as possible, mark up drawings with access hatches (and if a false ceiling, identify the location of the hidden hatches) and on completion issue a post cleaning report. The report will include a description of the system,the location of the access doors,a report on the condition of the system, a certificate of cleaning and any recomendations. If required recomendations can include the identifications of any faults in the ventilation equipment.

Should you require any further information then please email us at info@merkland.net.

Merkland Tank Clean and Maintain Ventilation Systems for Scotland!

STANDARDS OF CLEANING

Supply ducts should be free from visible dust, a fine film of manufacturing grease may remain. Extract dust handling air which may be re-circulated, generally as for supply ducts but only 90% of area need be free of visible duct. In practice this means that a few inaccessible and low risk areas with obviously little contamination may cost effectively not be cleaned. Extract ducts discharging to atmosphere, gross contamination and loose materials shall be removed.

Kitchen extracts and ducts requiring disinfection receive special treatment.

METHODS OF CLEANING

Standard procedure is mechanical brushing and manual vacuuming using a sectional extraction method, finished by hand wash/wipe. Ducts may be blocked off to improve vacuuming and to reduce noise transmission, Other methods such as high velocity air can be used where necessary.

Where greasy or heavy atmospheric deposits are present more aggressive techniques are employed. Selected cleaning agents are used to break down the deposits and if necessary high pressure water and steam washing followed by a thorough rinsing is employed.

Prior to cleaning all dampers will be marked in the as found position. After cleaning has been completed the dampers shall be returned to the original setting.

All grilles removed shall be removed whenever practical and cleaned. Any insulation material removed when fitting access doors will be made good upon completion.

Plant will be checked for any filter bypass or any abnormalities and reported accordingly.

All debris shall be sealed in bags for disposal on site, unless otherwise agreed.

Call us now on 0141 440 6130 or contact us for an appraisal.

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“ I have known the management and team of Merkland Tank for over 20 years.They have carried out a multitude of works on tanks, lines and production vessels always safely and to budget”.

Allan Anderson.

Engineering Manager.

Loch Lomond Distillery.