Supplying & Installing a Grease Trap

Recently, our contractors have been busy over at Planters garden centre in Tamworth installing a new grease trap. This tank was provided by Cotterill Civils and installed by our sister company Cotterill Contractors.
What is a grease trap?
This tank is designed to separate oil and water within a drainage system, to prevent blockages and oil build up. They are often installed near cafes and restaurants that typically discharge excess oil in instances such as cooking.
What are the benefits of installing a grease trap?
1. A grease trap will prevent blockages within waste water systems, as grease and oils are kept separate from the waste water which flows underneath. This saves time and money as costly repairs will not be necessary.
2. Having a grease trap installed helps to protect the environment by controlling and preventing water contamination. When grease and oil enters large bodies of water it can create a film on the water surface which has a negative impact on marine life, ecosystems and water quality. By trapping the grease and oils before they can make their way into water networks, this is prevented.
3. Plumbing systems can be better maintained with the addition of a grease trap, as grease and oil can corrode pipework which leads to costly repairs.
How is it installed?
1. In terms of the installation process, firstly the guys need to assess the area and decide where the best place to fit the tank is. This is usually nearby to the building to ensure that the grease is captured at an early stage of the waste process.
2. The area is then excavated to make room for the tank. The pipework is exposed to be later connected with the new tank.
3. Following this, the tank can then be placed in the ground, and then connected to the pipe network.
4. The space around the tank is then filled with concrete and allowed to set in place.
5. Inspection chambers are fitted to allow for the contents of the tank to be monitored. This also alerts the owner of when the tank needs emptying.
It is important to consider the size of the grease trap you are considering, as this can impact the product's performance. The things which influence the grease separators sizing are sizing as per values of drain fixture unit (DFU), sizing as per the volume of total flowing fixtures and sizing based on waste pipe diameter.
At Cotterill Contractors, our team are industry experts and offer installations of a number of drainage solutions. With over 25 years experience, our team are groundworks and drainage specialists who understand the unique requirements of your project. We offer a full turnkey package, whereby we can supply and install a wide variation of drainage solutions tailored to you.
We pride ourselves on our excellent customer service, and our friendly and professional team are always on hand to provide insightful guidance and advice which is tailored to you.
If you'd like to know more about the services we offer, check out our website or give us a call on 0121 461 5311.
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