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Insights, Innovation & Industry Developments
Updates from EPAS and EPAI covering commercial kitchen wastewater, product innovation, environmental performance, regulations, awards and global expansion.
The Importance of Grease Traps in Commercial Kitchens
Running a commercial kitchen, whether in a bustling restaurant, a cozy café, or a large-scale catering operation, requires meticulous attention to every detail. Among the many components that keep operations running smoothly, the grease trap stands out as an essential, yet often overlooked, piece of equipment. Let’s explore why grease
The Environmental Benefits of Proper Waste Management: How EPAS Contributes to Sustainability
In today’s world, proper waste management is more than just an environmental responsibility—it’s a necessity. With the rapid growth of urbanization, industries, and consumerism, the volume of waste generated globally is staggering. From residential trash to industrial and commercial byproducts, improper waste disposal can have detrimental effects on ecosystems, human
Sustainable Practices for Facility Managers
Facility managers have a unique responsibility in driving sustainability within organizations. The buildings they manage, whether commercial, residential, or industrial, can consume a significant amount of resources if not handled efficiently. Implementing sustainable practices can help reduce a facility’s environmental footprint, cut operational costs, and create healthier environments for occupants.
Reducing Food Waste in Restaurants: How GreaseShield® Plays a Crucial Role
Food waste is a significant concern in the restaurant industry, with millions of tons of food discarded each year. Not only does this waste impact the environment, but it also represents a substantial loss of revenue for restaurants. One of the often-overlooked contributors to food waste is the improper management
GreaseShield® Featured on ITV’s Sewermen: Tackling Fatbergs and Keeping UK Sewers Flowing
We’re excited to share that GreaseShield® appeared in Episode 1 of ITV’s Sewermen, a docuseries highlighting the heroes maintaining the UK’s water systems. This episode discusses the fatberg issue and how GreaseShield® helps combat these sewer-clogging monsters. The Fatberg Crisis Explained As highlighted in Sewermen, fatbergs form in the sewer
Fatbergs: The Silent Menace Clogging Sewers Worldwide
In cities like Sydney, massive, grotesque formations known as fatbergs are silently wreaking havoc beneath our streets. These monstrous accumulations of fats, oils, grease (FOG), and non-biodegradable materials like wet wipes are clogging sewer systems, causing costly blockages and environmental damage. From Sydney’s sewers to the bustling streets of London,
Earth Overshoot Day: Our Planet’s Yearly Resource ‘Budget’ is Already Spent
Each year, Earth Overshoot Day marks when humanity exhausts the planet’s annual supply of natural resources like water, soil, and clean air. This year, Monday, July 29, set a new record as the earliest Earth Overshoot Day, reflecting the increasing strain on Earth’s ecosystems. In comparison, 2018’s Overshoot Day fell
Commercial Kitchen 2019 Show
On Tuesday, June 4th, visitors to the Commercial Kitchen 2019 show at the Birmingham NEC voted for their favorite new appliances from an initial shortlist of 24. The event showcased innovative products aimed at enhancing the functionality and efficiency of commercial kitchens. On June 5th, the 13 finalists delivered 90-second
EPAS Wins Kitchen Innovation Award for FilterShield – FS1500 at Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation Expo 2018!
We are thrilled to announce that the Kitchen Innovation Award was awarded to EPAS at this year’s Restaurant & Takeaway Innovation Expo at Excel, London. The judges recognized our cutting-edge FilterShield – FS1500 filtration system for its innovation, efficiency, and sustainability, setting a new standard in kitchen filtration technology. About
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