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A selection of articles relating to FOG (Fat, Oil & Grease), sometimes funny, but always education and helpful

Why you can trust Magnete

Why you can trust Magnete

We believe that our reputation as a trusted industry Expert is our most valuable asset, so it is vital that our advise is always of the highest quality.

January 3, 2024
What is the future for commercial kitchens

What is the future for commercial kitchens

The future for commercial kitchens is likely to involve a greater emphasis on automation and technology, as well as an increased focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. Additionally, there may be more demand for small-scale, specialized commercial kitchens that can be used for niche food products or for delivery-only restaurants. Some trends for the future of commercial kitchens include:

January 2, 2024
WHY GREASE TRAP TO FUEL TANK MAKES SENSE

WHY GREASE TRAP TO FUEL TANK MAKES SENSE

For the past couple of decades, yellow grease, or used fryeroil, has been the goto source for biodiesel production. Each gallon of yellowgrease produces almost the same volume of biodiesel. Though the biodiesel yield is much lower for brown grease(50 percent), pioneering organisations are discovering uses for all types ofgrease trap waste.

January 2, 2024
What are the key turn offs for restaurant customers?

What are the key turn offs for restaurant customers?

There are many areas to think of when running a restaurant and we cannot help with all of them. But protecting you form bad smell coming form your grease trap is our speciality.

January 2, 2024
What are the new trends in green technology?

What are the new trends in green technology?

There are several new trends in green technology, including:

January 2, 2024
The Sustainability Jargon Buster

The Sustainability Jargon Buster

Magnete is looking for transparency in everything we do to make sure everything is clear and understood when talking about our green journey. True to our values we have created a Sustainability Jargon Buster.

January 2, 2024
Q&A on venting Grease Traps

Q&A on venting Grease Traps

Q: Why is venting a grease trap so important? A: Water isn’t the only thing flowing into your grease trap. Air gets in, too. As water levels rise inside your grease trap, this air compresses. This isn’t just any air, either. It’s some of the funkiest air you’ll ever smell. Without proper grease trap venting, it will affect you in one of two ways:

January 2, 2024
The circular economy is not just about recycling

The circular economy is not just about recycling

As the world is moving to a resource-efficient and environmentally sustainable future the need for businesses that use a ‘circularity model’ is rising.

January 2, 2024
How will a restaurant kitchen look like in 10 years time?

How will a restaurant kitchen look like in 10 years time?

It's difficult to predict exactly how restaurant kitchens will look in 10 years, as technology and trends are constantly evolving. However, some potential changes that may occur in restaurant kitchens in the next decade include:

January 2, 2024
How grease traps support the journey to Net Zero
FOG fines are often result of confusion not malintent by FSE (Pubs, Restaurants, Take Away, Fish & Chips)

FOG fines are often result of confusion not malintent by FSE (Pubs, Restaurants, Take Away, Fish & Chips)

Not enough time, other more pressing issues, lack of clear guidance from experts and general confusion around standards are probably the main reason around the recent increase of breaches of the Water Industry Act 1991.

January 2, 2024
Circular economy as a key contributor to the EU's strategic autonomy

Circular economy as a key contributor to the EU's strategic autonomy

Against the backdrop of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the prospect of energy prices shooting up it makes sense to speed up the transition to a circular economy and increase strategic autonomy.

January 2, 2024
10 Best Kitchen Grease Management Practices

10 Best Kitchen Grease Management Practices

Though having a grease trap is required in virtually all commercial kitchens, there’s much more to controlling fats, oils and grease (FOG). Why should you care? It’s not just about staying in compliance with government regulations and avoiding fines or even potential shutdowns. Best management practices to control FOGs in your kitchen will also save you money on maintenance and reduce the risk of costly, emergency plumbing repairs inside your building. Here are ten best management practices to control grease, save money and protect your business’ reputation.

January 2, 2024
The Sustainability Jargon Buster

The Sustainability Jargon Buster

Magnete is looking for transparency in everything we do to make sure everything is clear and understood when talking about our green journey. True to our values we have created a Sustainability Jargon Buster.

January 2, 2024
Discover the Big-Dipper Automatic Grease Trap: The Epitome of Hygiene and Efficiency

Discover the Big-Dipper Automatic Grease Trap: The Epitome of Hygiene and Efficiency

In the fast-paced world of commercial kitchens and food establishments, the need for efficient grease management is paramount. Introducing the Big-Dipper Automatic Grease Trap, a revolutionary solution designed to tackle grease buildup effectively while prioritising hygiene and convenience. In this blog post, we will explore the exceptional features and benefits of the Big-Dipper, with a particular focus on its odor-sealing capabilities. Get ready to experience the pinnacle of automatic grease trap technology!

January 2, 2024