a device used for removing oil and grease from wastewaters
A tank that "traps" grease from kitchen wastewater before it reaches the sewer system. Restaurants and other facilities that do lots of food preparation will have grease traps. Home septic systems rarely have grease traps. The purpose of a grease trap is to prevent the fats and other food waste from getting into the pipes to the sewer system laterals where they can cause clogging and system backup. Grease traps require frequent cleaning, according to local agency regulations. There are two basic types of commercial grease traps: an outdoor style with access via a manhole that typically holds 1,000 gallons, and a smaller, indoor type.
An in-ground chamber similar to a septic tank, usually used at restaurants, markets, and inns to trap grease from the kitchen wastewater before it reaches the septic tank. Unusual to find in private homes.
a device designed to retain grease from one to a maximum of four fixtures. Such traps must be cleaned frequently by purging. If not cleaned, hot water will liquefy the grease and carry it through the trap and into the sewer system , possibly clogging the pipes.
A device that captures grease entering a system before it reaches the sewer lines. Usually used in commercial applications such as restaurants or cafeterias.
also grease interceptor; commonly used in commercial establishments to separate processing grease from effluent wastewater
