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The Quickest Way to Prevent Grease Trap Smells
The Quickest Way to Prevent Grease Trap Smells
If you’re tired of foul smells, time-consuming maintenance, and costly pump-outs from passive grease traps, it might be time to upgrade.
Automatic Grease Removal Devices (AGRDs) are changing how commercial kitchens handle fats, oils and grease (FOG). Unlike traditional passive grease traps (which require frequent pump-outs and are prone to odours) AGRDs are simple to maintain and take just 2 minutes of attention a day.
But why does such a short time commitment make a difference? Let’s dive into how this brief daily maintenance routine can save your kitchen time, money, and frustration while helping you keep your grease trap clean and odour-free.
Why Passive Grease Traps Have Bad Odours
If you’ve searched “how to get rid of grease trap smells”, you’re not alone. Passive traps often sit untouched for weeks or months, becoming a breeding ground for bacteria and sulphur compounds, the main source of that rotten egg smell.
And when left unchecked, odours aren’t the only issue. Poorly maintained passive traps can:
- Increase the risk of costly callouts
- Overflow onto sinks or floors
- Attract pests
To combat this, regular cleaning and maintenance are necessary, but those methods often come with their own set of problems, like costly service calls, emergency cleanings, and unwanted downtime.
AGRDs: 2 Minutes of Daily Maintenance
Automatic Grease Removal Devices solve this problem by automatically removing grease from the unit daily, before it has time to rot and smell. By performing just 2 minutes of daily maintenance, you significantly reduce the need for grease trap cleanings and pump-outs by up to 80%. This is because the AGRD constantly removes grease, preventing it from accumulating and creating odours.
Here’s a simple breakdown of the daily tasks:
- Emptying the food strainer basket: This allows grease-laden wastewater to past through the food strainer basket freely, and frequent emptying prevents odours of food waste.
- Wiping the grease wiper blade: A quick wipe down with a paper towel to remove built-up grease ensures that the wiper blade is functioning at its best, continuously removing grease with ease.
- Emptying the external grease collection container: This step is typically done once or twice a week, depending on usage, but it ensures that your system is working efficiently.
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How This Reduces the Need for Frequent Cleanings
By maintaining the AGRD daily, grease is skimmed off before it can accumulate and cause problems. This means:
No unpleasant smells: 99.7% of free-floating grease is skimmed off automatically every day into the external collection container. Not allowing ample time for grease to accumulate and cause odours.
Less grease build-up: The AGRD actively manages grease at the source, whether this be under a sink or oven, preventing it from clogging pipes.
Fewer pump-outs: Unlike passive traps, which need to be pumped out every few weeks, AGRDs require only 2-3 pump-outs per year — that’s up to 80% fewer than traditional systems.
The Benefits of AGRDs: More Than Just a Clean Kitchen
Maintaining an AGRD not only keeps your kitchen hygienic but also makes your entire grease management system more efficient. With fewer pump-outs, you’ll save on grease trap cleaning costs, reduce your environmental footprint, and improve overall system longevity.
Plus, the grease that’s collected has less than 1% impurities — making it perfect for biofuel production. So, you’re not just improving kitchen hygiene; you’re also contributing to sustainability efforts.
Grease Guardian GGX25 (1.5 l/s, 60 Litres Capacity)
GGX Grease Trap with inbuilt Grease Removal Mechanism for automatically extracting captured fats, oils and greases. Typically installed at source onto sinks and ovens.
- Automatically Removes Grease from Wastewater
- Minimal Maintenance Required
- Only 2-3 Pumps Outs Per Year
- Fully Compliant
Make the Switch to an AGRD Today
As the commercial kitchen industry continues to evolve, manual grease traps are becoming increasingly outdated. The rising costs of maintenance, the growing demand for sustainability, and the tightening of regulations all make automatic grease removal the new standard.
If you’re still relying on a traditional passive grease trap, it might be time to consider an upgrade. With just 2 minutes of daily maintenance, you can reduce your grease trap cleanings and pump-outs by up to 80%. This means fewer smells, less time spent on maintenance, and a system that’s both cost-effective and environmentally friendly.
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Grease Guardian is a leader in grease management technology, offering high-performance Automatic Grease Removal Devices for a variety of sectors, including hospitality, marine, and industrial. Learn more about our innovative solutions here
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