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Why Grease Is the Hidden Enemy of Restaurant Floors—and How SIMIX Solves It

Why Grease Is the Hidden Enemy of Restaurant Floors—and How SIMIX Solves It

by | Jan 24, 2026 | Food Service

How SIMIX Solves the Grease Problem at the Source

SIMIX approaches restaurant floor safety and cleanliness differently—by targeting grease at the molecular level instead of just masking it.

SIMIX Cleaner & Degreaser: Designed for Real Kitchen Conditions

SIMIX Cleaner & Degreaser is engineered to:

  • Break down grease films, not just loosen surface dirt
  • Lift embedded oils from pores and grout, where slip hazards begin
  • Rinse clean without leaving residue, improving traction and appearance

Instead of spreading grease thinly across the floor, SIMIX removes it—helping floors stay cleaner and safer longer.

What Restaurants Notice After Switching to SIMIX

Restaurants that adopt SIMIX into their cleaning programs often report:

  • Improved floor traction, especially near fry stations and dish areas
  • Cleaner-looking floors that stay clean longer
  • Less time spent re-cleaning problem zones
  • More consistent results across shifts and staff

Because grease is fully removed, routine mopping becomes more effective instead of fighting buildup left behind by previous cleanings.

Fits Real-World Restaurant Operations

A cleaning product only works if it fits how restaurants actually operate. SIMIX supports:

  • Fast training and simple procedures
  • Use with mops, auto-scrubbers, and professional cleaning equipment
  • Repeatable results across day, night, and weekend crews

This makes it easier for managers to enforce standards and maintain consistency—even during peak service periods.

Beyond the Kitchen: Whole-Facility Impact

Grease doesn’t stay confined to the cooking line. SIMIX helps control grease migration across:

  • Back-of-house corridors
  • Walk-ins and storage areas
  • Service entrances and delivery zones
  • Transition areas between kitchen and dining spaces

By stopping grease at the source, restaurants protect the entire facility—not just the obvious hotspots.

The Bottom Line: Remove Grease, Reduce Risk, Improve Operations

Grease is one of the most underestimated threats to restaurant floors. It hides in plain sight, undermines safety, and drives up labor and maintenance costs.

SIMIX addresses the root of the problem by completely removing grease residue, not just covering it up. The result is:

  • Safer floors
  • Cleaner kitchens
  • More efficient cleaning routines
  • Reduced operational risk

For professional restaurants, that’s not just better cleaning—it’s smarter operations.

Looking to reduce slip risk and improve floor performance in your restaurant?

SIMIX delivers professional-grade solutions for the most demanding kitchen environments—day after day.

Cleaner Kitchens, Safer Floors, and Less Downtime

Cleaner Kitchens, Safer Floors, and Less Downtime

by | Jan 23, 2026 | Food Service

Cleaner Kitchens, Safer Floors, and Less Downtime — Built for the Most Demanding Requirements: SIMIX for Professional Restaurants:

Professional kitchens don’t get “light use.” They get heat, grease, humidity, spills, heavy foot traffic, constant washdowns, and nonstop service pressure. Every surface—from tile and quarry floors to stainless prep areas and back-of-house corridors—has to perform under punishing conditions while meeting strict food-safety and sanitation requirements.

That’s where SIMIX products stand out. Designed for tough commercial environments, SIMIX helps restaurants achieve deep, reliable cleaning, safer walking and working surfaces, and lower maintenance burden—without disrupting operations.

Why Restaurants Need More Than “Basic” Cleaning Products

Most restaurant cleaning programs fail in one of three ways:

  • They clean the surface—but not the embedded contamination. Grease films, soil, and food residue can remain in pores and textured floors even after repeated mopping.
  • They solve one problem and create another. Strong chemicals can be harsh on surfaces, create unpleasant odors, or require extra rinsing and labor.
  • They demand too much time. If a product requires long dwell times, multiple passes, or complicated procedures, it simply won’t be used consistently during peak operations.

Restaurants need solutions that are fast, repeatable, scalable, and effective across multiple surfaces—especially in high-risk areas like kitchens, dish rooms, walk-ins, corridors, and service entrances.

SIMIX Cleaner & Degreaser: Commercial-Grade Cleaning That Keeps Up With Service

SIMIX Cleaner & Degreaser is built to attack the most stubborn restaurant challenges: grease buildup, soil loading, food residue, beverage spills, and traffic grime.

Key benefits for professional restaurants

  • Cuts through grease and grime quickly: Ideal for kitchens, dish areas, prep zones, and trash/utility spaces where grease migrates and clings.
  • Multi-surface capability: Simplifies purchasing and training by reducing the need for multiple specialty cleaners.
  • Supports consistent sanitation workflows: Works well in scheduled cleaning programs so teams can follow a repeatable standard across shifts.
What this means operationally
  • Less time re-cleaning the same spots
  • More predictable results across staff and shifts
  • Cleaner floors and surfaces that “stay clean longer” because residue is removed instead of smeared
Safer Floors, Fewer Slip Hazards, Better Customer and Staff Outcomes

Slip-and-fall risks aren’t theoretical in restaurants—they’re one of the most expensive and disruptive incidents you can face. Grease films and residue can turn flooring into a hazard, especially near fry stations, dish areas, entrances, and transition zones.

SIMIX helps address this at the root: remove the invisible film that reduces traction and makes floors difficult to maintain. When floors are thoroughly cleaned, restaurants often see:

  • Improved day-to-day floor appearance
  • Reduced “slick feel” in problem areas
  • Better results from routine mopping (because the mop isn’t fighting buildup)
Meet the Most Demanding Requirements: Speed, Consistency, and Professional Standards

Restaurant decision-makers care about results—but they also care about execution. SIMIX aligns with the most demanding operational requirements:

1) Fast training and simple repeatability

A product that’s easy to apply correctly will get used correctly. SIMIX helps teams follow a standard process across day and night crews.

2) Works with professional equipment

Restaurants commonly rely on:

  • mops and buckets for quick response
  • auto-scrubbers for dining areas and hallways
  • pressure washing for back docks and exterior zones

SIMIX fits into these real-world workflows so you’re not reinventing your cleaning program.

3) Better lifecycle maintenance

For restaurants, “clean” isn’t a one-time event—it’s daily repetition. SIMIX supports a maintenance approach that reduces the need for aggressive rework and deep-clean emergencies.

Beyond the Kitchen: Whole-Facility Benefits for Restaurant Operations

SIMIX isn’t only about kitchen floors. Professional restaurants gain value across the facility:

  • Front of house: cleaner floors with better appearance and fewer sticky areas
  • Restrooms: improved cleanliness and surface performance
  • Walk-ins and storage areas: better control of grime and tracked-in soil
  • Service corridors and delivery entrances: improved removal of heavy soil, oils, and traffic buildup

When your cleaning products perform everywhere, you simplify your supply chain, training, and consistency.

The Business Case: Reduce Labor Drag and Protect the Brand

Restaurant profitability is often won or lost in the small operational drags:

  • extra minutes spent re-mopping
  • repeated deep cleaning of the same areas
  • preventable accidents and complaints
  • inconsistent appearance across shifts

By improving cleaning effectiveness and supporting repeatable workflows, SIMIX can help restaurants:

  • reduce cleaning labor time
  • increase cleaning consistency
  • improve safety perception and compliance readiness
  • protect the guest experience and brand image
Recommended Implementation: A Practical SIMIX Restaurant Program

Here’s a simple program restaurants can adopt immediately:

Daily (High-Traffic Zones)

  • Spot clean spills and grease zones using SIMIX Cleaner & Degreaser as needed
  • Prioritize fry lines, dish area transitions, and entrances

Weekly

  • Full back-of-house floor cleaning with emphasis on grease migration zones
  • Detail corners, edges, and under-equipment zones where buildup starts

Monthly / Quarterly

  • Deep-clean schedule based on volume and layout
  • Use results as a benchmark (before/after photos help standardize expectations)
Conclusion: Professional Restaurants Need Professional Solutions

SIMIX products are designed for environments where “good enough” fails. For professional restaurants, the benefits are straightforward and measurable:

  • Cleaner kitchens and surfaces
  • Safer floors and reduced slip-risk conditions
  • Less maintenance burden and better consistency
  • A cleaning program that meets demanding operational and sanitation expectations

When restaurants choose SIMIX, they’re not just buying cleaning chemistry—they’re upgrading the reliability of their daily operations.

Ready to improve kitchen cleanliness, safety, and maintenance consistency?


Explore SIMIX solutions for professional restaurants and build a cleaning program that performs under pressure—day after day.

Why Restaurants Should Consider Using SIMIX Products

Why Restaurants Should Consider Using SIMIX Products

by | Dec 18, 2025 | Food Service

Why Restaurants Should Consider Using SIMIX Products

In the fast-paced world of food service, cleanliness isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about safety, compliance, and your bottom line. Traditional cleaning chemicals are often caustic, expensive, and require a rotating door of specialized products for different surfaces.

Simix is changing the game with nano-engineered, high-pH solutions that simplify kitchen maintenance while drastically reducing costs. Here is why your restaurant should consider making the switch.

  1. Drastic Cost Savings

One of the most immediate impacts of switching to Simix is the reduction in your overhead. Most commercial cleaners are sold as "Ready-to-Use" liquids, meaning you are paying for water and plastic packaging.

  • Highly Concentrated: A single 5lb bag of Simix Multi-Surface Cleaner can make up to 136 gallons of heavy-duty degreaser or 544 spray bottles of sanitizer.
  • Price Per Gallon: While traditional degreasers can cost as much as $4.50 per gallon, Simix averages $0.08 to $0.48 per gallon, depending on concentration.
  • Consolidated Inventory: Simix replaces multiple products, including floor cleaners, window cleaners, sanitizers, and even laundry detergent for aprons and linens.
  1. Superior Grease Management and Drain Health

Grease is the natural enemy of any commercial kitchen. It leads to slippery floors, foul odors, and expensive plumbing bills.

  • Eliminate Hydrojetting: By mopping with Simix and pouring the remaining water down the drains, the high-pH formula emulsifies grease in the pipes. Many restaurant owners report they no longer need professional "hydrojetting" or snaking services.
  • Grease Trap Maintenance: Regular use of Simix keeps grease traps free-flowing and significantly reduces the putrid odors that can drift from the kitchen into the dining area.
  1. Enhanced Safety: Non-Slippery Floors

Slip-and-fall accidents are one of the leading causes of workers' comp claims in the industry. Traditional soap-based cleaners often leave a "tacky" film that becomes dangerously slick when wet.

  • High Traction: Simix removes the deep-seated grease and biofilm from tile and grout, leaving a surface that is "squeaky clean."
  • ANSI Certified: When used as a coating, Simix products are rated for high traction even when wet, providing a safer environment for your line cooks and servers.
  1. Continuous Sanitization with High pH

Bacteria and viruses (including E. coli, Salmonella, and Coronaviruses) typically thrive in environments with a pH between 4.8 and 9.2.

  • The "Never-Sleep" Clean: Simix maintains a permanent high pH (above 11) on surfaces. This creates a hostile environment for pathogens, meaning the surface continues to fight germs long after the cleaning crew has gone home.
  • Hospital-Grade Clean: In ATP meter testing (which measures live microbial matter), Simix often brings surfaces down to a reading of less than 10—a level considered sterile by hospital operating room standards.
  1. Better for Your Staff and the Planet

Harsh chemicals can cause respiratory issues and skin irritation for your employees.

  • Non-Toxic & Odorless: Simix is hypoallergenic, contains zero VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), and has no harsh fumes. Your staff won't need specialized PPE to use it for daily tasks.
  • Sustainability: By using concentrated powders, you eliminate hundreds of plastic bottles from landfills every year, significantly reducing your restaurant's carbon footprint.

The Bottom Line

Switching to Simix isn't just a change in soap; it’s a shift toward a more efficient, safer, and more profitable business model. You save money on chemicals, save time on labor, and protect your most valuable assets: your staff and your customers.

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The “Day One” Deterioration: Why Brand New HVAC Systems Need Simix Ceramic Clearcoat

The “Day One” Deterioration: Why Brand New HVAC Systems Need Simix Ceramic Clearcoat

by | Dec 3, 2025 | Energy Cost Savings

There is a common misconception in facility management and home ownership: "It’s brand new, so I don’t need to worry about it yet." When it comes to HVAC systems, this mindset is costing you money from the moment you flip the switch. The rationale for applying Simix Multi-Surface Ceramic Clearcoat to a brand new unit isn't about fixing a problem—it’s about preventing the invisible deterioration that begins on Day One.

The "Dirty Secret" of New HVAC Units

The moment a new AC unit starts running, it begins to lose efficiency. This isn't a defect; it's physics.

  • Expansion & Contraction: As the unit cycles on and off, the copper tubes and aluminum fins expand and contract at different rates.
  • Micro-Gaps: This thermal movement creates microscopic gaps between the fins and tubes.
  • The Trap: These tiny gaps become immediate traps for salt, sulfur, exhaust fumes, and other airborne corrosives. Once lodged inside, they begin the slow process of corrosion and efficiency loss that you won't notice for years—until the energy bill spikes.

How Simix Clearcoat Changes the Equation

Applying Simix Ceramic Clearcoat to a new unit effectively "freezes" it in its peak efficiency state. Here is the technical rationale for why early application is critical:

  1. Filling the Gaps Before They Fill with DirtSimix is a "liquid glass" (silica-based) coating. Because it is nano-engineered, it penetrates the microscopic gaps created by thermal expansion. By filling these voids immediately, it prevents corrosive pollutants from ever entering. You are essentially sealing the unit's "pores" against environmental damage.
  2. Conductive, Not InsulatingUnlike many traditional polymer coatings which can act as insulators (holding heat in), Simix is highly conductive. It creates a smooth, glass-like surface on the coils. This smoothness reduces surface tension, allowing air to flow more freely and heat to transfer more efficiently. A coated new unit doesn't just stay new; it often runs betterthan factory specs because of this improved laminar airflow.
  3. The High pH Shield (Antimicrobial Protection)Simix creates a permanent, high-pH (12.4) surface. Most biological contaminants—mold, mildew, algae, and viruses—cannot survive in a high-pH environment. By coating a new unit, you are turning the evaporator coils (which are typically dark, wet breeding grounds for mold) into a hostile environment for microbial growth. This means:
  • Better Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) from the start.
  • No "Dirty Sock" Syndrome: Prevents the buildup of biological odors common in new high-efficiency units.
  1. Corrosion Protection (The Salt Air Defense)For units in coastal areas or industrial zones, salt and pollution are the enemies. A new unit can begin to corrode in as little as 30 days in harsh environments. Simix provides a sacrificial barrier that prevents salt ions from reacting with the metal of the coils, significantly extending the lifespan of the asset.

The ROI of Early Application

Waiting to coat a unit until it is dirty or corroded is like waiting to wax your car until the paint has faded. You can restore some shine, but the underlying damage is done.

  • Energy Savings: Maintain "Day One" efficiency for the life of the unit, potentially saving 15%–20% on energy costs compared to an uncoated unit that slowly degrades.
  • Extended Lifespan: By preventing the corrosion that leads to leaks and failure, you can add years to the operational life of the system.
  • Reduced Maintenance: The smooth, self-cleaning surface of a Simix-coated unit makes future cleaning easier, as dirt rests on the coating rather than pitting into the metal.

Conclusion

You wouldn't drive a new luxury car off the lot without a protective clear coat. Your HVAC system is likely one of the most expensive mechanical assets in your building. Protecting it with Simix Ceramic Clearcoat isn't an optional "extra"—it is a fundamental step in asset preservation that pays for itself in energy savings and extended equipment life.

The Escalating Data Center Energy Crisis

The Escalating Data Center Energy Crisis

by | Dec 2, 2025 | Energy Cost Savings

⚡ The SIMIX Optimization System: A Micro-Level Strategy for Data Center Macro-Level Energy Savings

Data centers face an existential challenge in managing escalating power consumption driven by AI and high-density computing.1 While industry focus is often on macro-level IT optimizations (virtualization, liquid cooling), the SIMIX Optimization System addresses a crucial, often overlooked area of inefficiency: the deterioration of heat transfer efficiency in the cooling infrastructure itself. 

The system, consisting of Simix Cleaner and Degreaser and Simix Ceramic Clearcoat, offers a distinct, high-impact method for achieving significant energy reductions by restoring and maintaining the peak performance of HVAC and cooling coils.

1. The Critical Problem of Heat Transfer Degradation

Cooling systems are the lifeblood of a data center, often consuming 30-40% of the facility’s total energy.2 Over time, the efficiency of cooling coils (in CRAC/CRAH units, chillers, and condensers) degrades due to fouling. 

  • Environmental Fouling: Condenser and evaporator coils constantly pull in air, leading to a build-up of microscopic dirt, dust, grease, salts, and airborne corrosive particles on the fins and tubes.

  • Heat Transfer Blockage: This fouling acts as an insulator, forming a thermal barrier that severely impedes the heat exchange process. The heat from the server room (or refrigerant) cannot efficiently transfer to the cooling medium (air or water).

  • Energy Penalty: To maintain the required setpoint temperature (typically $20^\circ \text{C}$ to $25^\circ \text{C}$or $68^\circ \text{F}$ to $77^\circ \text{F}$), the cooling equipment (compressors, fans, pumps) must run longer and harder, consuming substantially more electricity. Even a thin layer of buildup can cause a significant energy efficiency drop.

2. The SIMIX Solution: Cleaning and Surface Optimization

The SIMIX system is designed to reverse this degradation and protect against future fouling, targeting both the existing problem and its recurrence.

A. Simix Cleaner and Degreaser: Restoring Initial Efficiency

The first step is essential for preparing the surface and recovering lost efficiency.

  • Deep Cleaning: The cleaner/degreaser aggressively removes accumulated grime, oxidation, salt deposits, and other insulating contaminants from the delicate coil fins and tubes.

  • Exposing the Metal: By thoroughly removing the thermal barrier, the cleaner restores the metal's surface area, enabling maximum heat transfer (conduction and convection).

B. Simix Ceramic Clearcoat: Enhancing and Protecting Heat Transfer

The application of the Ceramic Clearcoat provides the sustained, long-term energy benefit.

Microscopic Surface Smoothing: Over time, the expansion and contraction of cooling system components create microscopic gaps and rough surfaces that trap pollutants.3 The clearcoat fills in these gaps, creating a smoother, non-porous surface. 

Improved Heat Conduction: The ceramic clearcoat, formulated with ingredients like Potassium and Lithium Silicates, acts as a conductor, improving the ability of the coil surface to draw heat away from the refrigeration system.4 This is a key differentiator from standard coatings, which can sometimes act as an insulator.

Anti-Fouling and Anti-Corrosion: The high-pH ceramic clearcoat creates a durable, non-stick surface.

 

    • It prevents pollutants, mold, and algae from easily adhering, keeping the surface cleaner for longer.

    • It stops the corrosive decay process that leads to permanent damage and reduced efficiency, extending the operating life of the HVAC equipment.

The result is a documented improvement in refrigerant split temperatures and a dramatic reduction in the cooling units' required runtime, which translates directly to significant savings in the data center's Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) metric.

3. The Necessity in the Age of AI and High-Density

The need for highly efficient coil performance is no longer a marginal consideration; it is critical for future data center operation.

 

Optimization Factor Traditional Data Center (7-10 kW/rack) AI/ML Data Center (30-100+ kW/rack)
Heat Load Moderate, manageable with standard cooling Extreme, requiring maximum cooling capacity
Coil Efficiency Impact Efficiency drops lead to higher cost Efficiency drops lead to thermal shutdown risk
SIMIX Necessity Cost-saving and equipment longevity Operational imperative for uptime and capacity

In high-density environments, cooling systems must operate at peak capacity just to keep the powerful GPUs and CPUs within safe thermal limits. Even a 5% drop in coil efficiency due to fouling can force the system to throttle performance or, in the worst case, trigger an emergency shutdown.

By ensuring the cooling infrastructure operates with the highest possible $\text{Coefficient of Performance (CoP)}$through surface optimization, systems like SIMIX provide the necessary headroom and resilience to manage the intense thermal loads of the AI era. This micro-level optimization is a fundamental component of a successful macro-level energy sustainability strategy.