Grease traps on the sewer - the main types and features of

11-07-2018

Sewage

Domestic grease collectors for sewage began to be used in private building relatively recently, but their benefits for maintaining cleanliness in pipes are enormous, because such devices reduce the likelihood of deposits in the system tenfold. Therefore, in order not to wrestle in the future, how to clean the sewer pipe from grease, it is best even at the installation stage to take care of the inclusion of a special device in the system, which will be used to clean the drains.

Basic solutions used in the cleaning units

The facilities of this type use several basic cleaning technologies, which we consider in more detail:

Coaliscent Filtration	Devices based on this principle work as follows: water with fat particles in the emulsified state enters the tank. After the initial cleaning, the liquid enters the coalition chamber, where under the influence of gravity and surface tension of water, small particles are combined into larger ones that accumulate in the upper part of the device, from where they are removed later
Physico-chemical method	This option is based on the use of reagents, under the influence of which the particles of fats and oils entering the container are bound into peculiar conglomerates, which precipitate at the bottom and are subsequently removed.
Flotation	In products of this type, work is based on the ability of air bubbles to hold certain substances and compositions on the surface. This option is also quite effective, but is used less often than other methods.
Filtration	Everything is quite simple here: a membrane is installed in a tank with very small cells that let only water through and retain fat and other substances.
Other options	You can also find grease separators that work on other principles: centrifugal separation, evaporation, and so on.

The device of a sewage grease trap is due to the properties of fat: it is lighter than water and always accumulates on the surface, from where it can be removed

Equipment selection criteria

If you are seriously wondering how to clean sewer pipes from fat, it is best to completely get rid of this problem forever by buying a grease separator. But it is important to choose the best solution that will best meet your needs.

Main materials of manufacture

Consider what the body is usually made of.

Most often one of three options meets:

Plastic is the most popular solution due to a number of advantages: the low price of products of this group, such a grease catcher has a service life of more than 30 years, the material used for manufacturing is absolutely safe for human health and the environment. The plastic from which the body is made is resistant to shocks and deformation effects and does not change its properties throughout the entire period of operation.

Note! One of the biggest advantages of plastic products is the ability to manufacture designs of various sizes, so you can order a grease trap specifically for your kitchen or other room.

In the photo: plastic structures are most common.

Fiberglass structures are most often used in cafes, bars and other places with a lot of sewage. Distinctive features of this option are: high durability of the case even to significant deformation influences, possibility of installation both inside and outside the premises. In addition, the products are lightweight and easy to clean if necessary.

Large installations are often made of fiberglass, which are used to clean sewage from fat in large enterprises.

The most expensive options are made of stainless steel, this grease trap for sewage has a virtually unlimited service life and looks very attractive.. It can be installed both outside and inside the premises, even if the structure is visible, it will not spoil the appearance of the room.

Stainless steel can withstand even the most adverse effects.

Location options

Another important criterion: the location of the structure, there are three main options, the choice in favor of a solution depends on the characteristics of your system and the amount of effluent.

Consider each of the options in more detail:

If you do the installation yourself, then the best option will be a compact version that is installed under the sink or in any cabinet. For the installation does not need complicated instructions, this work is for everyone. Needless to say, such systems are suitable for use in private homes and apartments or in small cafes, since their capacity is not among the highest, and with a constant flow, the quality of cleaning may not be the best.

Note! Typically, devices of this kind are equipped with standard outlets and are suitable for pipes without unnecessary modifications.

Now there is no question what to dissolve the fat in the sewage, it just will not fall into the pipes

If you need a more productive grease trap in the sewer, then you should pay attention to the larger options that are installed in the basement and on the basement. Most often, such designs are used in cafes, restaurants, hotels and other similar establishments. You can install such a separator in a private house if you have enough space in the basement. (See also the article Sewage in the cottage: features.)
The most productive and solid options are installed on the street, they are buried in the ground, and if necessary, cleaning is not done manually, and avtopompoy. Using such a system, you will never have a problem, how to dissolve grease in sewers.

Conclusion

The benefits of this kind of design is undeniable. Therefore, they are becoming more and more common every year. The video in this article will help to understand the issue in more detail.