Grease trap

All About Grease Traps

Essence and Purpose

A grease trap is high-tech equipment designed to effectively filter wastewater from grease and oil contaminants. Structurally, it is a closed container equipped with special partitions that divide the interior space into separate sections.

Components and Materials

A modern grease trap includes the following key elements:

  • Main body, manufactured from high-strength materials: stainless steel, fiberglass-reinforced plastic, or high-quality plastic
  • Pipe system for water inlet and outlet
  • Separator partitions, ensuring flow separation
  • Settling chamber for collecting contaminants
  • Removable protective cover
  • Sealing elements for structural integrity

Grease trap drawing

Grease trap drawing


Mechanism of Action

The device`s operation is based on the physical properties of various substances. The purification process is carried out in stages:

  • Contaminated wastewater enters the primary compartment
  • Flow is slowed and water temperature is reduced by special partitions
  • Natural floating of fat fractions due to their lower density
  • Transfer of purified liquid to the secondary compartment
  • Final filtration stage
  • Discharge of purified water into the sewer system

Key advantages

Installing a grease trap provides a number of significant advantages:

  • Reliable protection of the sewer system from grease plugs
  • Compliance with environmental standards
  • Ease of installation and subsequent maintenance
  • Efficient elimination of unpleasant odors
  • Increasing the service life of the sewer system
  • Optimal price-quality ratio

Applications

The equipment is widely used in various fields:

  • Cateringof all formats
  • Food industryof various sizes
  • Food establishmentsfrom small cafes to large restaurants
  • Dairy production
  • Meat processing plants
  • Private households

Device classification

By functional purpose A distinction is made between:

  • Home models for individual use
  • Industrial systems for large-scale facilities

By purification technology, a distinction is made between:

  • Mechanical units with natural fat separation
  • Biofilters based on microbiological processes
  • Chemical systems using special reagents

Equipment selection factors

When selecting the optimal option, the following should be taken into account:

  • Water consumption intensity
  • Sewage system parameters
  • Dimensions of the room for Installation
  • Wastewater specifics
  • Number of connected water points
  • Material preferences

Installation rules

Placement recommendations:

  • Domestic models are installed under the sink or within a 5-meter radius.
  • Industrial models require a separate room or basement.
  • Optimum temperature range: from +5 to +40°C.
  • Mandatory adherence to the preventive cleaning schedule.

Final conclusions

Grease trap equipment is a critical infrastructure element in areas with high fat content in wastewater. Proper model selection, combined with regular maintenance, ensures stable and efficient system operation over a long period.

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