An initial “seeding” of the drain/grease trap is carried out in order to introduce the microbes into the system. Large numbers of these microbes then attach themselves to surfaces of the pipe and trap as well as any grease deposits where they continue to consume grease and organics converting them to carbon dioxide, water, and more bacteria.

The microbes that adhere to surfaces continue to grow and thrive in the grease trap. Microbes are protected from short-term exposures to high temperature (when the dishwasher discharges), from pH swings, or from chemical toxicity (when cleaning or sanitising chemicals are discharged).

The product is very safe. Studies have been conducted to make certain that the strains in our products are not hazardous to people or pets. This testing includes studies on inhalation, ingestion and skin contact. Common antibiotics kill all of the bacteria within the product.

Our biological products are used in applications where microbes can survive. Every niche in our environment that can support microbial growth has already established a population of “naturally occurring” strains. We use bio-products in these niches when we want to change the conditions (i.e. reduce grease).

As bio-products are seeded into the environment, they must grow and establish a place in that population. They work with the naturally occurring strains often breaking down large, more complex molecules into smaller units that actually feed many of the native strains.

Transference of grease downstream would defeat the purpose of the grease trap allowing grease accumulation in the receiving collections systems. Numerous municipalities have raised this concern. We have tested this potential in laboratory microcosms to verify that when grease traps are treated as recommended, we can safely conclude that no net transfer of grease from the grease trap occurs.

They will continue to work and degrade organics in the drain line, collection system, or treatment systems downstream. They will provide benefit by degrading organics wherever they travel in the waste collection system.

Although the frequency of emptying the grease trap will be greatly reduced, the trap will still need to be emptied, particularly if the water flowing through the trap contains non organic material (soil etc.) which is not biodegradable or large food particles, which take a long time for the micro-organisms to digest.

There will be a noticeable difference after 4 -6 weeks from commencement of the treatment. There will be a reduction in odours from the grease trap. In addition to this, the grease accumulating in the trap will be different in appearance. Instead of it forming a thick solid crust, the grease in the trap will remain liquid looking.