Grease or fat traps are engineered to prevent fats, oils or grease (FOG) getting into the drains and sewers. FOG will cool and will solidify and it then begins to stick to pipes trapping in debris. Over time, FOG hinders the flow of waste water out into the sewer and causes blockages or fatbergs. Grease or fat traps are one of the most underrated elements in commercial kitchens or factories. Your grease or fat trap is what helps you to dispose of waste the right way without clogging up the drainage system.
How often a grease or fat trap needs emptying depends on its size and how busy your kitchen is, so follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Busy commercial kitchens usually need their traps emptied and serviced more often.
Putting off a scheduled emptying of your grease or fat trap is not a great idea and is eventually going to cause a problem with the drainage systems and potentially lead to blockages and wastewater backing up into your premises.
The best way to empty and service a grease trap depends on its size, type and location. If you set up a regular emptying and maintenance schedule, your business will still be able to run safely and efficiently at all times.
See the British Water’s code of practice: Food Service Industry Fats Oils and Grease (FOG)
How we can help?
Contact us on 07968 143756, email info@tekneka.co.uk or fill in the contact form to arrange grease or fat trap emptying and servicing, or if you have any wastewater queries.