Stainless steel grease trap units cost 60% more upfront but outlast plastic by 300%. Plastic grease traps cost 40% less than stainless steel, but hydrogen sulfide corrosion kills them in 3-5 years while quality steel units run 15-20 years. Key Takeaways: Stainless steel grease traps last 15-20 years vs 3-5 years for plastic under hydrogen … Read more
Grease trap under sink installations fail inspections more than any other commercial grease trap type. Most restaurant violations happen because owners picked the wrong size or installed it wrong. Key Takeaways: Under-sink hydromechanical traps handle 20-50 GPM flow rates for small to mid-size restaurant kitchens Installation requires 18 inches minimum clearance and specific fixture connection … Read more
Types of Grease Traps: How to Choose the Right One for Your Kitchen Grease trap types confuse restaurant owners who waste thousands choosing wrong because they focus on price instead of kitchen-specific flow requirements. The commercial grease trap market offers three distinct categories, each engineered for different flow volumes and installation constraints. Key Takeaways:• Passive … Read more