Bacteria and chemical solutions for grease management in septic services provide effective ways to break down fats, oils and grease; reduce odors; and prevent blockages in grease traps and sewer lines. Products like those below utilize bacteria, enzymes or microbial ecosystems to digest organic matter, ensuring optimal system performance and reducing maintenance needs.
Cape Cod Biochemical BIO-REM E-D
BIO-REM E-D from Cape Cod Biochemical is a powdered bacteria/enzyme waste digester. It is an industrial-strength product for use in grease traps and problem sewer and drainlines. It contains several strains of enzyme-producing microorganisms formulated to break down grease and the other sewage that causes blockages, backups and odors. It provides immediately available enzymes plus live bacteria for continued solids digestion and odor control, according to the maker. It provides organisms to break down the fatty acids produced by primary digestion, with its fermentation factor stimulating bacteria already present, the company states. It requires no special equipment, as applications can be mixed manually. It will not damage plumbing, as it contains no caustics or acids. It is also nonhazardous, containing no pathogens, chlorinated benzenes or U.S. EPA priority pollutants. 800-343-8007; www.septiconline.com
Century Chemical Bio-Snake Blocks
Bio-Snake Blocks from Century Chemical are an environmentally friendly, easy-to-use grease trap and drain treatment product that decreases grease buildup by 96%, according to the maker. Hanging a block in the grease trap continues release of new bacteria over time and will cause an immediate reduction in grease buildup and a reduction in odor. They also reduce effluent biochemical oxygen demand levels by up to 80%. 800-348-3505; www.centurychemical.com
Jet Inc. Bio Jet 7 Plus
Bio Jet 7 Plus from Jet Inc. is a nonhazardous and nontoxic bacterial aid used to degrade FOG, fatty acids and lignin while lowering BOD, COD and nitrates. When added to a system, the bacteria attack the grease and organic materials, converting them into liquid and then into carbon dioxide and water. Continuous use can lead to a significant decrease in odor, maintenance and emergency blockages. 800-321-6960; www.jetincorp.com
J&J Portable Sanitation Products Evergreen Grease Trap Treatment
Evergreen Grease Trap Treatment from J&J Portable Sanitation Products is developed and formulated to be used for continuous application to grease traps specifically to address the unique problems of institutional kitchens and restaurants. It also performs when applied during downtime. It contains specially selected bacterial strains, enzymes and growth promoting factors to facilitate the breakdown of oils, grease and wastes. It will also break up caked grease in neglected traps. 800-345-3303; www.jjportable.com
Lenzyme High Count
High Count from Lenzyme is a blend of bacteria strains with enzymes. Enzymes are what break down all food sources for bacteria. It follows the process by which complex organic compounds in the presence of water, bacteria and enzymes are broken down or transformed into simpler compounds. The enzymes serve as organic catalysts that speed up or alter the rate of chemical reactions without the substance being altered or used up in the process. The formulation also contains highly active strains of bacteria that digest the broken down organic fragments. Once the bacteria consume the organic matter, they turn it into carbon dioxide and water. 800-223-3083; www.lenzyme.com
Oatey Hercules PT-BIO1
Hercules PT-BIO1 from Oatey eliminates drainline buildup and controls odors with grease and waste-digesting bacteria and biodegradable grease and soil removers. It is a concentrated liquid blend of fast-acting grease, waste-digesting bacteria and safe, biodegradable grease and soil removers to eliminate drainline buildup and control odors. It continues its grease-digesting action in grease traps and sewer lines and improves the performance of cesspools, septic tanks and drainfields. The waste-digesting bacteria biodegrade greasy matter en route, preventing redeposition and problems such as interior (crown) corrosion and sewer gas formation. This product contains no acids, caustics, solvents or other harsh chemicals. It is safe for use in all types of drainage plumbing and is USDA authorized for use in food processing plants. It is offered in four variations of sizes, ranging from 32 ounces to 15 gallons. 800-321-9532; www.oatey.com
RootX Grease-X
Grease-X bioenzyme from RootX is a highly concentrated microbial ecosystem containing specialized natural microorganisms that are not genetically modified and are safe for humans. Using microbes as a maintenance program can prevent costly and environmentally impacting SSOs. It contains over three billion cells per gram of product called cell-forming units, or CFU. Microbes are nature’s own method of eliminating organic waste. However, many systems build up faster than nature can keep up with. An effective preventive maintenance program with Grease-X can help prevent and eliminate build up in collection systems. It is applied once a day for five days during the inoculation period, and one to two times a week after the inoculation period is completed. Once the microbes have had a chance to build up in the targeted collections system, the microbes will colonize and secrete enzymes that assist the microbes in digesting the FOG. 800-844-4974; www.rootx.com
Walex Bio-Active Enzymatic Grease Digester
Walex Bio-Active Enzymatic Grease Digester digests grease and oil, keeping grease traps functioning well and free from clogs. The formula contains both bacteria and enzymes. The enzymes start working to digest the oil immediately. Once established, the bacteria will carry out the work effectively to completion. The formula contains 200 billion colony-forming units per kilogram, and is available in 1- and 5-gallon pails. 800-338-3155; www.walex.com
