Hello
Ian Clay
Managing Director
Welcome to our website.
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I founded Ducted Solutions after witnessing firsthand the challenges my clients faced with planning applications for Ventilation Systems.
I realised there was a lack of independent advice and this fueled my passion to create a company dedicated to providing a solution.
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Our talented team has a wide variety of experience, of which many are experts in their field. Supported by industry recognised brands, we have the knowledge to help you.
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As part of the Hunsworth Food Service Design family, we have a unique perspective on the challenges you encounter. This connection not only enhances our understanding but also allows us to deliver tailored solutions that address your specific needs.
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Thank you for considering Ducted Solutions.
Clarity from Day One.
Confidence Through Planning. At Ducted Solutions, we specialise in one thing: helping commercial kitchen projects gain planning approval quickly and painlessly. Through expertly engineered Ventilation & Extraction Statements.
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We’re not just box-tickers or template fillers, our statements are:
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Designed to align with UK planning expectations
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Informed by up-to-date knowledge of ventilation best practices (such as DW172:2018)
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Reviewed with a practical eye toward real-world implementation
They provide the planning team, architect, or consultant with a solid, trusted foundation for progressing your commercial kitchen project.
Why We Exist
Planning permission can be challenging — especially when ventilation documentation is rushed, templated, or biased toward a particular supplier. That’s where we come in. Clients choose Ducted Solutions for:
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✅ Independent, non-sales-led design
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✅ Documentation that reflects council requirements
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✅ Layouts that installers respect and planners accept
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Whether you’re an architect, restaurant operator, property developer or kitchen consultant, our goal is the same: to help you move through planning with less stress and greater certainty.
What We Do and Don't Do
We specialise exclusively in:
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Producing Ventilation & Extraction Statements
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Supporting your planning application with clear, regulation-aligned documentation
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Advising based on DW172:2018 and relevant UK planning standards
We do not supply or install equipment, and we do not submit the planning application on your behalf. This keeps our service unbiased, independent, and fully flexible giving you the freedom to select your preferred suppliers and installers while benefiting from our planning expertise.
Our Expertise
Ducted Solutions is led by two directors with complementary strengths:
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Ian Clay - Managing Director
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With 30 years in foodservice design and 5 years focused on commercial kitchen ventilation, Ian leads our design and documentation service, ensuring every statement is technically sound and council-ready.
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Andrew Fletcher - Technical Director
Andrew brings over 15 years of experience in the field, including hands-on ventilation supply and installation. His insight ensures our work reflects real-world constraints and practical viability.
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We’re proud to be supported and recommended by leading manufacturers, including Purified Air
A Smarter , More Integrated Approach
While we remain proudly independent, we operate within a wider network of trusted manufacturers and installers. That means:
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If you need equipment recommendations, we can help.
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If you want a trusted installer, we can connect you.
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If you’re ready to go beyond planning, we’re already one step ahead.
Let’s talk
If you're planning a new kitchen or expanding an existing one, let's simplify the process starting with the ventilation design your council will expect.