Grease Interceptor diagram from metrovancouver.org
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 calculate the size of their new grease interceptor. Click here for the Metro Vancouver’s grease interceptor sizing chart.
Non-simultaneous load
We get a lot of questions about this. Simply put a non-simultaneous load means that the fixture must still connect to a grease interceptor but DOES NOT ADD to the size of a grease interceptor. Below is a list of fixtures that must connect to a grease interceptor but does not add to the total size. Only exception is if the fixture below has a LARGER flow rate than the other fixtures draining to the grease interceptor then IT’S low rate must be used.
- Floor drain
- Trench drain
- Mop sink
- Self-Cleaning kitchen exhaust hood
Exception to this is if the floor drain has a dedicated sanitary discharge say from a wok. The understanding here is that the floor drain (and trench drain) are used after hours for cleaning.
***This is an estimation tool only please retain the services of an experienced and qualified Mechanical Engineer to ascertain your needs.
Metro Vancouver contact info below:
604-432-6200
Email: icentre@metrovancouver.org
metrovancouver.org (search ‘grease interceptor’)
If your establishment is in Vancouver
City of Vancouver
Email: environmentalprotection@vancouver.ca
Telephone: 3-1-1
Outside Vancouver: 604-873-7000