Recent changes to grease interceptor sizing by Metro Vancouver have led to a relaxation of what may connect into a grease interceptor. Below is a short list of what DOES NOT need to connect into a grease interceptor any longer: Bar Sinks Glass Washer Espresso Machine Further on online sizing app allows the user to… Read more »
Category: Plumbing
Ritual Restaurant Living Wage Policy
Ritual Restaurant located near the corner of Robson street and Denman brings a Gas Town feel to the Westend. The twist with this restaurant is the Living Wage policy, that is there is no tipping required. BEFORE: AFTER: BEFORE: AFTER: BEFORE: AFTER: BEFORE: AFTER: I sat down with owner and executive Chef Nevada Cope to… Read more »
Restaurant Grease Interceptors 101
What is a grease interceptor and why is it required in a commercial kitchen? One of the most misunderstood mechanical devises in a restaurant is the grease interceptor. The purpose of a grease interceptor is to remove the oils and fats from your sanitary system before connecting into the city main. If we didn’t install… Read more »
Before & After
Original Cafe Mexicano in New Westminster sky train station finally opened it’s doors a few weeks ago serving authentic Mexican cuisine. Some of the major issues included installing an ecologizer because of proximity to residences above. The grease interceptor was a challenge as it had to be installed in the parkade on structural/ seismic supports. Often… Read more »