IP-Backed Retrofit Filtration Platform with Recurring Service Revenue Potential

An opportunity is available to acquire a pre-revenue intellectual property platform focused on improving safety, compliance, and operating efficiency in commercial and institutional cooking environments. The company has developed a high-efficiency mist collection filtration system designed to capture grease-laden vapors and airborne contaminants before entering exhaust systems. The solution is engineered for retrofit integration into existing infrastructure, allowing access to a large installed base without requiring full equipment replacement. The business is currently in the development and pre-commercialization phase, with a defined path to market contingent on final certification and execution of a go-to-market strategy. The core product is a reusable, self-cleaning filtration device with the following performance characteristics: Captures approximately 95% of airborne mist particles at 0.3 microns and above; Separates and redirects grease into existing waste oil systems for downstream reuse; Designed for low maintenance and extended lifecycle performance; Demonstrates flame barrier and spark arrestor capabilities, addressing a key risk factor in commercial kitchen fires. The system is compatible with a wide range of existing exhaust hood configurations, positioning it as a practical upgrade rather than a replacement solution. The economic case for adoption is driven by measurable operational improvements: Reduced frequency and cost of mandated exhaust system maintenance; Lower labor and service expenses; Potential insurance cost reductions tied to fire risk mitigation; Improved environmental performance and sustainability positioning. This combination creates a cost-justified upgrade, rather than a discretionary purchase. Target end users include: Multi-unit restaurant operators; Hotels and hospitality groups; Hospitals and healthcare facilities; Universities and institutional kitchens; Food courts and shopping centers; Government and municipal facilities. The retrofit nature of the solution provides access to a large installed base of existing systems, with estimated market potential in the multi-billion-dollar range. Demand is supported by: Enforcement of fire safety and ventilation standards (NFPA); Rising maintenance and labor costs; Increased focus on environmental compliance and sustainability. The platform is supported by: Issued patents with long remaining life; Patent-pending elements; Proprietary trade secrets with no expiration. The underlying technology has prior commercial application history under a separate entity, including documented use in commercial environments. That entity is no longer operating due to non-technical factors, providing a clean re-entry opportunity with validated technology. Current stage: Pre-revenue / development; Key milestone: Certification under applicable fire and safety standards (NFPA); Estimated capital required to commercialize: ~$500K–$600K. Potential access to grant funding tied to environmental and job creation initiatives may offset a portion of the capital requirement. 100% founder-owned entity; Founder brings extensive industry experience and prior successful exits; Willing to provide transition support and assist with commercialization on a limited basis post-close. The business is currently dependent on founder knowledge, particularly around the technology and application. Strategic acquirers in HVAC, filtration, or commercial kitchen equipment; Operators with existing service infrastructure seeking recurring revenue expansion; Investors experienced in commercializing industrial or environmental technologies; Groups with regulatory and certification expertise.