You may have seen the vans around, or wondered about the various flyers you have seen at a franchise expo. Or perhaps you’re just looking into starting up your own franchise and started to wonder about Filtafry, as it’s been noted for being a more environmentally friendly franchise. There are many different reasons that people ask questions about Filtafry, whether they are food service professionals interested in the services provided, or perhaps regular people just looking into a new franchise option. No matter who you are, understanding just what Filtafry does is important- this is no ordinary franchise. Filtafry has been on the forfront of green innovations since the 90’s and they continue to grow and change with the times.

You may have really wondered what exactly Filtafry does- and that answer is a fairly simple one. Filtafry service is something that almost every food service establishment can use- waste oil and fryer maintenance. The oil is removed completely from the deep fryer, run through a micro filtration system which purifies it, making the oil both taste better and last longer. Most restaurants or other food service establishment noted a fifty percent reduction in the amount of cost spent towards waste oil once starting to use the Filtafry service. As the fryer is deep vacuum cleaned and temperatures are checked, it continues to be filtered and all debris removed. As you can see, this is something that would benefit most businesses that use a fryer, if not all, and that does suggest a strong client base, especially when you consider that most businesses will need a once or twice weekly visit. Once the oil reaches the end of its then extended life, it is disposed of by the Filtafry technician in a way that complies with all local standards for waste oil disposal.

For so many people who have been looking into making it on their own, being their own boss and stepping into being self employed- Filtafry has already groomed more than one or two success stories. Often, if you ask yourself a few key things prior to looking into perhaps buying a Filtafry franchise you will find the answer to the question: Can I succeed?
If you can answer yes to the following, you definitely have what it takes to be a successful FiltaFry Franchise Owner:
•Are you self motivated and hard working, wanting to see things through until you feel satisfied with the outcome?
•Do you understand that there’s much, much more to running your own business with Filtafry apart from simply servicing the restaurants? Though there is an extensive business and sales training portion of the four part training session, not everyone is cut out for the sales part, even with the impressive free demonstration available.
•Are you driven and willing to put in some long hours during those critical start up times?

These are just a few of the common questions that really, before starting any small business one should consider, but certainly, buying a franchise with Filtafry is no different.

Many businesses are making changes to the way that they do things so that they can adopt more environmentally friendly ways of doing things. Some people also, are looking for ways to build a more stable financial future. Others still yet are business owners, trying to find a way to reconcile going green with cutting costs and the amazing thing is, there is one franchise out there that has been doing all of this and more for quite some time now. Many people in the franchising industries are aware of Filtafry- actually, quite a few very well known hotel chains across the nation already use the services provided by Filtafry in their own food service areas. After reading all of this, you may be wondering how such a green company has kept such a low profile. It’s simple, Filtafry technicians are too busy succeeding in their own green businesses.

The core concept behind Filtafry is eliminating waste- and this starts with the oil that is used in most restaurants and food service establishments. Think about the last time you were in a fast food restaurant- did you sit down to fries that tasted just a little off, or perhaps found some kind of little unidentifiable something in your fried foods? That comes of poorly cleaned and maintained fryers. But the side note on that is, often, these oils are pretty pricey by the gallon and have to be disposed of in special ways, adhering to local law. This is where Filtafry comes in, and the approach is rather simple. A microfiltration system is used to clean the oil, which does give it a much longer life span- one area of cost reduction in food service, right there. While this is being done, the technician thoroughly cleans the fryer itself and makes sure that the temperature is appropriate, and general maintenance. When you consider the number of restaurants out there, the implications of this are pretty impressive. Each and every one a potential client.

As a FiltaFry franchisee, you may find that your services are in hot demand.  Filtafry supports its new franchisees in ways that not many at home franchises do- from a comprehensive and deep training addressing many of the different aspects of running your own franchise, to exact details about the Filtafry business itself, that it just the first step. Then, you are coached and advised by experts in the business who know what it takes to be a success and are looking out for you, and your new business to ensure that you not only build up a great, stable client base, but that you’re well on your way to the success you want. Each and every day, during those critical first weeks, you’ll have constant support and education from Filtafry so that you can begin your own business with a solid foundation that leads into a great way to be your own boss for the long term.

You probably already know that since 1996, Filta has been offering amazing, eco friendly services to many large businesses. Aramark has this to say about their experience with the powerhouse franchise:

“Since using your FiltaFry service we have noticed a decrease in our incidents that have occurred due to the deep fryer.”

- Aramark, managing a University in TX

And it’s very little surprise that food service establishments that specialize in fried foods, like Chik Fil A are also very impressed with their weekly or biweekly visit from their friendly Filtafry technicians:

“In general, FiltaFry’s unique filtering system has earned high marks for consistent cleanliness, cost-effectiveness, and safety improvement and performance. I would, and have, recommended this service to other accounts, as well as other businesses in the local area.”

- Chick-Fil-A, GA

But that isn’t all. Areas you may not expect are also benefiting from this franchise that has been gaining steam since its inception in 1996, and shows no sign of slowing down, yet. An executive chef from Central Florida Regional Hospital sent the following glowing endorsement. Sodexo, is also a client of a Filtafry franchise. Here is what their chef had to say:

“This letter is to commend The Filta Group on the ingenuity and creativity of the product line they bring. I was introduced to FiltaFry through a sister account at Orlando Regional Healthcare Systems, who had been using the service and were looking for other size operations to join the service testing process. The representatives came out to do a lengthy demonstration of the filtering and cleaning systems and I have been a fan from that first day.”

“Benefits that I see:

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Oil usage – is cut 50% with a cost benefit of $ hundreds of dollars
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Labor Cost – the labor cost alone pays for the FiltaFry service
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Safety Factors – No chance of client or contract employee being harmed doing
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General Taste Satisfaction – oil is never “burnt” tasting and allows product to fry totally on lower temperatures.”
“In general, FiltaFry’s unique filtering system has earned high marks for consistent cleanliness, cost-effectiveness, and safety improvement and performance. I would, and have, recommended this service to other accounts, as well as other businesses in the local area.”

- Executive Chef; Central Florida Regional Hospital

On the whole, good things are buzzing with Filtafry- and many would be franchise owners are seeking new information about the company itself. Finding an environmentally friendly, cost effective at home franchise is a very important thing for many who are seeking to run their own business these days and, as the above testimonials will tell you- Filtafry is definitely well known and respected. If you have done any general reading on franchises, you are well aware the importance of having a solid reputation backing the franchise that you choose to buy into- and Filtafry is definitely a well known leader in not only satisfied customers, but very happy and successful business owners, as well.

As the economy seems to be having many Americans tightening their belts, others still yet are thinking ahead to the future, to what they can do to ensure not only a more stable financial life, but a long term commitment to taking back control of their finances and time. Looking into a Filtafry franchise, one of the very first things you’ll notice is, compared to many other franchises, the start up cost is surprisingly low. Another thing that many new Filtafry franchise owners notice, is that there is a genuine commitment to their success- from start to day to day operations, Filtafry does every thing in its power to ensure the education, training and success of each and every franchisee under their umbrella. If you have dreamed of working on a winning team, one that genuinely cares about the financial well being of their team members- then Filtafry just might be right for you.

The total average start up for a Filtafry franchise is an amazing bargain. Included in the total cost is of course the equipment package which does include everything you need to get started and begin your journey towards successful self employment, but also, an intensive training, one on one support, and many other support aspects for use for the duration of your business, class room training, and even having a seasoned Business Development Manager come to your exclusive territory and help you get things kicked off and on the right foot. There are not many franchises that include such a comprehensive training, let alone equipment and support the way that Filtafry does, and there is even a bigger package. For those who are ambitious and wish to really start something big, Filtafry also offers the Premier Package- which also includes three adjacent territories. Many franchise owners find that once they’ve got the hang of things, they’d like to branch out and the Premier Package gives them the opportunity to have those territories locked in from the beginning and so, if you’re the sort of person who has the drive and ambition to make it happen, this may be an option for you.

The prospect of owning your own business, as you can plainly see- it’s not unrealistic at all, as a matter of fact, the Small Business Administration puts out a list of franchise failure rates. This can be found at www.frandata.com, and the latest list- which goes from October 1, 2000 until September 31, 2008 showed that Filtafry was actually doing better than ever. What this means, is that Filtafry franchise owners were thriving- even during some of the most uncertain economic times seen in years. Remember, during that time frame there were whispers of another Great Depression and recession was on the lips of everyone, and yet, Filtafry franchisers were still thriving and continuing to succeed in their business. That’s a pretty big claim to make and one that is easily backed up. So it seems clear that when you have exceptional franchise owners and Filtafry, you’ve got a winning team.

For a franchise already known for its vast guidance and support in the industry, you’d think that Filtafry would be resting on its laurels a bit. However, not so, as this is one franchise that franchisees can always trust to keep them informed, educated and in the loop on the latest in company goings on. There are several offerings from Filta that make this franchise one of the most involved in its franchisees initial acclimation to the system but also to their continued success.

Training Like No Other

The Filta system of training is all encompassing. The initial training prepares you to face all manner of things involved in how the franchise is run, but also technical, general administrative, service, health, safety, marketing and finance. Initially, franchisees have a one on one visit from a Business Development Manager that works with the new business owner, getting their territory ready to have a solid base of customers. This is in addition to the full week working with an already established business under the guidance of a trainer that is also a Filta success story themselves. They will show the franchisee the ropes as they take them through the course of their day, helping them learn about all the different operating styles of the customers and their fryers, oils and every manner of running a successful Filtafry franchise.
This is generally done directly after your training courses at the facility if possible, but also made to be as close to your own location as possible for convenience.

Super Support

When there isn’t someone right by your side to help, there is always the exclusive, toll free number that will be able to help you to speak with someone at headquarters who will help you with your needs. In addition to that, there is also Filtanet, a Filta Franchisee Support Intranet which came to be in June of 2004. This gives you a direct line into just what’s happening in the Filta Group and also, the ability to interact with other franchisees just like yourself. With Q and A sections, topic oriented discussion forums, an extensive business document library and useful business links, as well as online lists of chains already being served by Filtafry technicians and on line monthly reports, you will always have the information you need right at your fingertips.

The Filta Group knows that many of the franchisees they help to succeed are in business for the very first time and this is not something that goes unnoticed. They do everything in their power and go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that this is a mutually beneficial and profitable business, not just for them, but for the franchisees as well. After all, if you don’t succeed, they don’t succeed, and from the Initial Support Commitment right on through your successful franchise running smoothly- Filta is with you every step of the way.