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What is the real difference between a grease trap and a grease interceptor?Grease traps are in-ground tanks that are designed to limit FOGs (fats, oils and greases) from entering the sewer system. They generally require monthly inspection and periodic cleaning. While grease interceptors are usually located near a sink and they slow down the flow of grease. Interceptors must be properly cleaned at least once a week. An Automatic Grease Removal Device, or AGRD, is similar in size and locatio …

A common issue that comes up in restaurants is the build up that forms in commercial ice machines. But having an ice machine professionally cleaned can be very expensive.The Ice Wand reduces the costs associated with cleaning an ice machine, using patented technology containing an advanced media. The ice wand is easy to install and is compatible with most commercial ice machine models. A typical commercial ice machine needs to be professionally cleaned three times a year and can c …

The floor drains in your restaurant can be full of odors, gases and different insects. One solution to this problem is to pour chlorides and bleaches down the drain. But for this to be an effective solution you would have to do pour these dangerous chemicals down the drain on a regular basis, which can become very expensive.Instead of using dangerous and expensive chemicals try the Green Drain Super Seal. This eco-friendly solution is a one-way valve that lets water drain and also creates …

What is the strangest thing you’ve found in your drain before? Plumbers find straws, silverware, cloths, plastic gloves and broken dishes regularly at restaurants and other food industry establishments.All of those items not only are strange but they can lead to major drainage and plumbing issues that usually occur at the worst time. Instead of waiting for the plumbing issues, take steps to ensure they do not happen. The Locking Dome strainer and the Domed Basketwill help to preve …

Restaurant rooftops are stained with grease and oil emitted by kitchen exhaust fans. These fans can end in unnecessary leaks, unsafe work areas, expensive roof repairs and even fire. A bucket or some kind of dish is often used on a roof as a way to catch the fats, oils and grease, F.O.G.s, coming from the fan. But the problem here is all the F.O.G.s that are coming from your exhaust fan sit on top of water. So when there is any kind of precipitation the F.O.G.s spill out of the bucket onto …

Floor signs, barricades and safety cones are used in restaurants to warn customers of wet floors, but do not help with the drying of the wet floor.The average restaurant has of 3 to 9 slip and fall accidents each year. So why not be proactive and take steps to ensure the safety of your customers? The HURRICONE Cordless Floor Drying Cone assists in drying the floor instead of just warning pedestrians of a potential fall. The HURRICONE generates a continuous flow of air in 360 degrees and up …

Stainless steel is the most popular material for commercial kitchen cleaner equipment. Why? Because it is durable and easy to clean, which are two majors keys for an efficient commercial kitchen. Some stainless steal can actually resist bacteria but even with its benefits you still need to properly clean it. If not maintained correctly it can corrode like any other metal.Our WOW! stainless steel cleaner keeps things clean and is also green! It is able to eliminate fingerprints, grime and …

Fruit flies can be one of the biggest pests that a kitchen can have. The life cycle of a fruit fly is extremely fast and they can go from an egg to an adult in just 8 days. Which means that one overly ripe tomato left on the counter can attract a small fruit fly swarm within the week.Fruit flies are also known for their persistence once they are indoors. They do not even need fruit to keep reproducing and can breed in the slime layer inside a slow-draining plumbing, or even an old mop or s …

Drain-Net Technologies is your source for Fruit Fly Eliminating products!  Fruit Fly infestation is a major problem for kitchens, restaurants, and food service facilities.  We offer multiple products to help you WIN THE FIGHT against Fruit Flies!Click here to view our products: http://www.drain-tech.com/fruit-fly-control/ …

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