Wool-Media Grease Filtration for Commercial Kitchens, Exhaust Systems & Base-Building HVAC-R Protection

Shepherd Filters is an Australian manufacturer of high-efficiency wool-media grease filters used to improve fire safety, hygiene and plant protection across commercial kitchen exhaust and base-building mechanical services. Using 100% Australian wool, Shepherd Filters capture up to 98% of airborne grease, preventing contamination of ductwork, fans, coils and rooftop HVAC equipment.

Shepherd Filters act as a pre prefilter prior to baffle filters to capture 98% of grease.

They support mechanical contractors, consulting engineers and FM teams across hospitality, retail precincts, food-processing, multi-tenant commercial buildings and mixed-use developments.

High-Efficiency Grease Capture for Kitchen & Base-Building HVAC Systems

Shepherd Filters’ core wool-media filtration system intercepts grease at the hood face, preventing downstream contamination.

Benefits Overview
https://shepherdfilters.com/benefits-of-kitchen-grease-filters/

Key Technical Benefits

Up to 98% grease-capture efficiency
Reduced duct contamination and slower static-pressure rise
Cleaner rooftop fans, motors, coils and housings
Fewer chemical cleaning cycles → less downtime
Enhanced fire-safety performance aligned with AS 1668.2
Australian wool media — biodegradable and sustainable

Filter Change Guide (FM/Contractor Instruction)
https://shepherdfilters.com/shepherd-filters-change-guide/

Industry Recognition & Certifications (With Third-Party Links)

AIRAH Awards – Product of the Year (2019)

Shepherd Filters won AIRAH’s 2019 Product of the Year Award, the peak technical recognition for innovative HVAC-R products in Australia.

AIRAH Winner Page:
https://awards.airah.org.au/winner/shepherd-filters-dispoable-kitchen-grease-filters/

This award acknowledges Shepherd Filters’ credible impact on fire safety, duct cleanliness, maintenance cost reduction and plant longevity across kitchen exhaust systems.

HVAC&R News (AIRAH) – AIRAH Awards Coverage

AIRAH’s own media arm, HVAC&R News, highlighted Shepherd Filters in its coverage of the 2019 AIRAH Awards winners.

HVAC&R News Article
https://hvacrnews.com.au/news/airah-award-winners-announced-2/

This further validates the product within the engineering, mechanical contracting and FM community.

HACCP International – Industry Recognition

HACCP International published a formal recognition statement congratulating Shepherd Filters on their AIRAH Award win.

HACCP International Announcement
https://haccp-international.com/haccp-international-congratulates-shepherd-filters-on-their-recent-achievement/

This supports Shepherd Filters’ adoption across food-service, healthcare, aged care and QSR industries.

HACCP Australia – Industry Feature Article

HACCP Australia published a detailed profile titled “Australian made & environmentally friendly kitchen grease filters”, focusing on the product’s sustainability, WHS benefits and performance.

HACCP Australia Article
https://haccp.com.au/australian-made-environmentally-friendly-kitchen-grease-filters/

FM Media – “The Good Shepherd” Feature

FM Media published a detailed article profiling Shepherd Filters’ origins, engineering rationale and FM-driven benefits.

FM Media Article – “The Good Shepherd”
https://www.fmmedia.com.au/sectors/good-shepherd/

FM Media emphasises reduced fire risk, reduced duct-cleaning frequency, and improved maintainability in large hospitality and retail portfolios.

Hotel Magazine (NZ/AU) – International Hospitality Recognition

Hotel Magazine reported on Shepherd Filters being named Product of the Year following its AIRAH win.

Hotel Magazine Article
https://hotelmagazine.co.nz/2019/12/26/shepherd-filters-named-product-of-the-year/

This article highlights the hospitality industry’s strong adoption of Shepherd Filters.

Why Mechanical Contractors Specify Shepherd Filters

Mechanical contractors choose Shepherd Filters because they:

retrofit into most commercial kitchen canopies
protect rooftop fans & base-building mechanical plant
reduce AS 1668.2 duct-cleaning frequency
support stable exhaust-airflow performance
add measurable value to kitchen and exhaust upgrade tenders
reduce WHS risk associated with grease-line cleaning

Why Consulting Engineers Specify Shepherd Filters

Consulting engineers value Shepherd Filters for:

reduced grease deposition → improved fan and rooftop HVAC reliability
alignment with AS 1668.2 and AS1851 performance expectations
improved airflow consistency and reduced static rise
reduced rooftop plant contamination affecting ventilation equipment
ideal for multi-tenant retail, food courts, shared exhaust risers and high-grease environments