Mechline steps for successful management of Fats, Oils, Grease and Starches (FOGS)
By following the Mechline steps for successful FOGS management you can be assured your onsite needs are effective and meet all current legislation.
Mechline's steps for successful FOGS management
Mechline provide site assessment of all factors contributing to FOGS management, including design, equipment selection, staff training, type of menu, operational requirement and onsite working procedures. It is important to assess and understand the entire range of catering equipment used on site so it can be assessed for its potential to generate FOGS discharge and in what quantities.
We can provide operators with expertise in FOGS management and providing onsite assessment of FOGS production. We will guide you through the range of effective measures, installation of products and maintenance needed to ensure you deal with the FOGS correctly, efficiently and sustainably.
We offer:
- Analysis of site working drawings to highlight FOGS producing hotspots by reviewing plans of thesite including drainage layouts
- If necessary, visit the site to make an assessment/site survey
- Investigate and give guidance on any current onsite FOGS management issues
- A full equipment review of what Generates FOGS on your site
- CAD drawing (For access to our CAD files for you to drop into your designs please go to our resources)
- Help you with your concept design and give best advice on your design needs
We are here to help you select the right products. please contact us to discuss your needs further.
A multitude of technologies are available for food service operations. These include passive grease traps, accredited biological dosing systems, solid state biological treatment, mechanical recovery systems and Food Waste Strainers and often a combination of these technologies are required. FOGS in foodservice is a complex issue and requires the right level of management attention to avoid downstream operational issues. In many cases there is no one silver bullet solution, hence the need for a range of solutions including in some situations, a multi-technology approach.
Mechline offer a full site evaluation which identifies the most suitable solution and whether one or more applications are required to manage and/or treat FOGS discharged into your food service operation.
We offer:
- Analysis of onsite FOGS producing equipment
- The most suitable product selection or combination of products
- An equipment specification report which outlines the correct equipment solution for your operation and meets all current legislation
We are here to help you select the right products. please contact us to discuss your needs further.
Food service operators have a responsibility to employees to provide safe, clean working conditions and to customers, to serve food that is stored and prepared safely and hygienically. The chosen FOGS management system must not compromise hygiene & safety in your food service operation and must adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines. It is essential that your kitchen staff are fully trained in getting the best out of the FOGS management equipment installed and ensuring kitchens meet their operational and legal obligations. This is why Mechline offer staff training as an integral part of the installation * and commissioning service provided through Mechline’s FOGS Management solution.
Mechline will provide:
a complimentary commissioning service which includes:
- Commissioning of your Mechline BioCeptor system
- Deliver Staff training to ensure optimum use of equipment
- 10-year extended warranty on completion of complementary commissioning
* additional charges apply for installation
Mechline also provides venues with a Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) service. The plan ensures best practice in the management of FOGS discharge in your operation and provides ongoing support needed to ensure Food Service sites to meet their FOGS management obligations.
The plan includes:
BioCeptor:
- The installed Mechline FOGS management system will be serviced and cleaned at agreed intervals
- All work onsite will be carried out hygienically and risk assessed with as little interruption to your operation as possible.
- Waste contents will be removed in a sealed container from site
- A visit report will be provided to management detailing any irregularities found in the cleaning of the installed Mechline FOGS management system
- A copy of the waste transfer compliance document will be left on site after the servicing has taken place
GreasePak Management Service:
In addition to the full service offer for BioCeptor, Mechline offers a GreasePak Management Service. This will ensure that all GreasePak units are fully operational and dosing at the correct levels and frequency.
We Offer:
- Planned maintenance visits and inspection
- Fluid replacement service
SUMMARY OF FOG MANAGEMENT SERVICE BENEFITS:
- Highly effective FOGS Management Solutions
- Sustainable products
- Cost effective
- Legally Compliant
- End to end service
- Peace of mind.
For further information, to arrange commissioning or to talk to us about any of our services on offer please contact; FOGS@Mechline.com or call free phone 0800 152 2765 – Important: BIOCEPTOR COMMISSIONING IS A COMPLEMETARY SERVICE THAT GIVES YOU PEACE OF MIND AND REASURANCE.
Mechline FOGS Management Solutions
The list below are examples of equipment that generate FOGS within a commercial kitchen. Please click on the type of equipment you have installed to show the Mechline FOGS management solution.
Mechline FOGS management solution for combination, steamer and rotisserie ovens
BioCeptor Combined FOG intercept and treatment system designed to retain and break down Fats, Oils Grease and Starches (FOGS) to prevent them from entering the drainage system. Combined with GreasePak bacteria dosing system. Easy to locate and maintain. No electrical services.
Combined system designed to retain and breakdown Fats, Oils Grease and Starches (FOGS) to prevent them from entering the drainage system.
NSF Certified to meet with ASME and PDI standards.
- BioCeptor FOGS Intercept and Treatment (F.I.T) unit works in conjunction with the GreasePak bio-fluid dosing module. • BioCeptor’s F.I.T unit is highly efficient at capturing FOGS, with an average efficiency rating of 95.6%. • Utilises the traditional principles of entrapment and retention alongside the natural process of bioremediation.
- The combined technologies create a highly effective environment, perfect for permanent degradation of FOGS.
- Designed using flow control technology, allowing the F.I.T unit to be much smaller than a standard interceptor.
- Helps satisfy legislation and building regulations.
- 10 year warranty on the tank and lid.
- Simple to completely remove from situ to clean floors, walls and surrounding areas.
- Easy to remove baffles to facilitate easy cleaning and maintenance.
- Reduced frequency of maintenance/servicing due to the powerful biofluid degrading FOGS within the F.I.T unit.
- Easy to remove, mechanical lid fittings for engineers to access tank – no special tool needed.
- Stylish, rounded modern design – no sharp corners for organic waste to collect.
Suitable for : Sinks [ Pot wash, Dishwash ] , Dishwash /Glass wash machines, Cooking equipment,
Kitchen Considerations – Please check the following –
- What other FOGS generating equipment is connected to the same drainage run
- Access needed for the BioCeptor FIT Unit
- Wall space and position of GreasePak
Mechline FOGS management solution for Dishwasher and Potwasher Machines
BioCeptor Combined FOG intercept and treatment system designed to retain and break down Fats, Oils Grease and Starches (FOGS) to prevent them from entering the drainage system. Combined with GreasePak bacteria dosing system. Easy to locate and maintain. No electrical services.
Combined system designed to retain and breakdown Fats, Oils Grease and Starches (FOGS) to prevent them from entering the drainage system. NSF Certified to meet with ASME and PDI standards.- NSF Certified to meet with ASME and PDI standards.
- BioCeptor FOGS Intercept and Treatment (F.I.T) unit works in conjunction with the GreasePak bio-fluid dosing module. • BioCeptor’s F.I.T unit is highly efficient at capturing FOGS, with an average efficiency rating of 95.6%. • Utilises the traditional principles of entrapment and retention alongside the natural process of bioremediation.
- The combined technologies create a highly effective environment, perfect for permanent degradation of FOGS.
- Designed using flow control technology, allowing the F.I.T unit to be much smaller than a standard interceptor.
- Helps satisfy legislation and building regulations.
- 10 year warranty on the tank and lid.
- Simple to completely remove from situ to clean floors, walls and surrounding areas.
- Easy to remove baffles to facilitate easy cleaning and maintenance.
- Reduced frequency of maintenance/servicing due to the powerful biofluid degrading FOG within the F.I.T unit.
- Easy to remove, mechanical lid fittings for engineers to access tank – no special tool needed.
- Stylish, rounded modern design – no sharp corners for organic waste to collect.
- What other FOGS generating equipment is connected to the same drainage run
- Access needed for the BioCeptor FIT Unit
- Wall space and position of GreasePak
Mechline FOGS management solution for Potwash, Pre-wash, Preparation Sinks
A unique sink strainer system designed and manufactured by Mechline to make it easier for kitchen staff to prevent food waste particles from entering the drainage system via the sink drain boss.
- Designed to reduce food waste particles from entering the drainage system via the sink drain boss.
- The unique, adjustable cover plates allow the system to be fitted to bowls with the drain waste on the left or on the right of the sink bowl.
- Raised angle of front end aids the rinsing of food particles into the food waste basket ready for emptying.
- Removable basket allows trapped food waste to be easily emptied into the bin – leaving no mess left in the sink bowl to deal with.
- Easy to remove and replace the whole system, to allow periodic cleaning through the dishwasher.
- Reducing the amount of food waste entering the drain will help to prolong service intervals for Grease Traps.
- Sink plug upstand can be supplied and is available in two sizes (250mm or 300mm long) which will fit a standard 1 ½ inch (40mm) waste (for the system to work efficiently, an upstand is required).
BioCeptor Combined FOG intercept and treatment system designed to retain and break down Fats, Oils Grease and Starches (FOGS) to prevent them from entering the drainage system. Combined with GreasePak bacteria dosing system. Easy to locate and maintain. No electrical services.
Combined system designed to retain and breakdown Fats, Oils Grease and Starches (FOGS) to prevent them from entering the drainage system. NSF Certified to meet with ASME and PDI standards.- BioCeptor FOGS Intercept and Treatment (F.I.T) unit works in conjunction with the GreasePak bio-fluid dosing module. • BioCeptor’s F.I.T unit is highly efficient at capturing FOGS, with an average efficiency rating of 95.6%. • Utilises the traditional principles of entrapment and retention alongside the natural process of bioremediation.
- The combined technologies create a highly effective environment, perfect for permanent degradation of FOGS.
- Designed using flow control technology, allowing the F.I.T unit to be much smaller than a standard interceptor.
- Helps satisfy legislation and building regulations.
- 10 year warranty on the tank and lid.
- Simple to completely remove from situ to clean floors, walls and surrounding areas.
- Easy to remove baffles to facilitate easy cleaning and maintenance.
- Reduced frequency of maintenance/servicing due to the powerful biofluid degrading FOG within the F.I.T unit.
- Easy to remove, mechanical lid fittings for engineers to access tank – no special tool needed.
- Stylish, rounded modern design – no sharp corners for organic waste to collect.
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- What other FOGS generating equipment is connected to the same drainage run
- Access needed for the BioCeptor FIT Unit
- Wall space and position of GreasePak
BioBrick is a Controlled release system containing a specially selected blend of non-toxic natural microbes which digest oils, fats, grease and other organic matter in wet wells, grease traps and other low oxygen situations.
HOW IT WORKS… The bacteria in the BioBrick forms a biofilm which is continually replaced and produces a continuous and renewable supply of highly active enzymes for fat and grease degradation. This biofilm adheres to the drainage system walls and is highly resistant to cleaning fluids and disinfectants, thus providing a longer lasting protection than enzyme or caustic products, which have minimal contact time.
Mechline provide free guidance on managing FOGS in your kitchen in order to prevent it from discharging into the sewerage system and to help you meet all the legislation and regulation requirements.
Mechline are here to help you to find the right product and install the correct FOGS management system that can help prevent the build-up of FOGS in sewers, and even better keep your kitchen running by ensuring internal drains are clear and blockage free.
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Alternatively for more information please contact us at
FOGS@mechline.com or +44 (0)800 1522765