A decarbonizer machine for commercial kitchens is designed to remove carbon buildup from cookware and removable kitchen equipment. Heated soak tanks are one type of kitchen equipment decarbonizer, using a heated cleaning solution to loosen grease and carbon deposits during soaking.
The FOG Tank® uses heated water and Tiger Carbon Remover Powder® to clean items such as pots, pans and removable hood filters without manual scrubbing. This guide explains how the process works, what you can clean and what to consider when choosing a tank for your kitchen.
How Does a Kitchen Equipment Decarbonizer Work?
In a heated soak tank, cookware and removable kitchen equipment are submerged in a heated cleaning solution. The items soak while the solution loosens grease and carbon buildup.
With the FOG Tank®, staff fill the tank with water, add Tiger Carbon Remover Powder® according to the operating instructions, and load the items into the lifting basket. After soaking, they lift the basket and rinse away loosened residue. No manual scrubbing is required.
For more answers about the process, visit our kitchen equipment decarbonization FAQ
What Cleaning Solution Does the FOG Tank® Use?
The FOG Tank® uses Tiger Carbon Remover Powder® mixed with heated water to remove grease and carbon buildup from removable kitchen equipment. The cleaning solution can be reused for up to a month, as stated in our product guidance.
Staff should follow the operating instructions for the amount of powder required for their tank and for solution changes. Preparing the solution is part of setting up the tank before loading items into the lifting basket.
What Can You Clean in a FOG Tank®?
The FOG Tank® removes fat, oil, grease and carbon buildup from cookware and removable commercial kitchen and bakery equipment. Items include pots and pans, hood filters, fry baskets, sheet pans, grill grates and removable oven racks.
Choosing a Heated Soak Tank for Your Kitchen
When choosing a heated soak tank, start with the cookware and removable equipment you need to clean. Check the dimensions of your largest items against the tank’s specifications, and measure the space available in your kitchen.
FOG Tank® models are available in 25, 40, 80, 120 and 126-gallon sizes. Comparing the dimensions as well as the capacity helps you choose a tank that accommodates your equipment and fits your available space.
View our FOG Tank® sizes and specifications, or contact us to discuss your kitchen’s cleaning needs.