In today's article, we will discuss the function of grease traps, their types, and the cases in which their use is essential.
What is a grease trap and how does it work?
A grease separator, also known as a grease trap, is a special container that separates grease, oil and sludge from flowing wastewater. While fats and oils with a specific gravity lighter than water remain on the surface of the water, solid sludge materials and heavier fats settle.
When is it necessary to use it?
The installation of a grease separator is indispensable if the goal is to ensure that the grease content of the effluent meets the requirements. Various required by law what quantity of what can flow into the public sewer, therefore, in facilities where wastewater with a high fat content is generated every day (for example, in a kitchen or any food processing facility), the installation of a grease separator is mandatory.
Varieties
There are also different types of grease traps. Depending on their material, we can distinguish between grease traps made of iron, plastic, and even concrete. Their sizes also vary, which is determined by the amount of wastewater flowing through them. The grease separator can be supplemented with acid neutralizers or starch traps as needed. Grease separators can be sink There are also under-floor, indoor recessed, indoor standing and outdoor grease traps. According to their operating principle, we can distinguish between automatic and manual grease traps.
Commissioning of grease trap equipment
The first step before installation is to completely clean the device from dirt, other material residues and glue. In the second step, we need to fill the sludge trap and the separator with clean water and carefully check, especially at the seals, whether there is any water leakage from the grease separator. Later, only such types of sewage allowed to be led into the grease trap, which will not hinder its operation or cause it to malfunction. In the event that unsuitable wastewater is introduced into it, blockage may develop. Before using it, it is also important to remember that the grease trap is most effective when first connected, as soon as grease or other residues get into it, its performance continuously decreases. It is also important that the grease trap is of the right size, because if a smaller one is installed, it will have to be replaced and cleaned frequently. When choosing the right equipment, ask a plumbing engineer specialist your help!
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