Scary descriptions of “monster fatbergs” that have blocked sewer water in Baltimore and the U.K. make for effective newswriting. But clogged-artery metaphors and gross-out tactics aside, fat, oil and grease (FOG) do pose an expensive threat to sanitary sewer collection systems.
Josam’s 60100-H-GRD Series epoxy-coated, fabricated-steel grease interceptor features a 110v-powered grease pump, reclaim tank with draw-off valve, no-hub connections, internal trap, removable diffuser baffle, gasketed non-skid center bolt cover, flow control fitting and PDI seal of approval.
MIFAB’s Big Max grease interceptor is manufactured from seamless, rotationally molded, high-density polyethylene (H.D.P.E.) for superior structural integrity and comes with an H-20 load-rated lid as a standard feature, MIFAB notes.
Zurn’s Proceptor Dual Manway is a fiberglass gravity grease interceptor that captures and separates wastewater grease, food solids and sediment. Zurn notes the fiberglass design is easy to clean and maintain and has a lightweight construction.
GreaseShield’s GS25-PF is a proactive mechanical grease trap that works in real time by taking advantage of waste thermal energy being discharged from commercial kitchens to remove FOGs before they solidify.