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If you’re running a commercial kitchen, one of the most important aspects to consider is your exhaust and ventilation system. And a crucial part of that system is the rooftop grease containment. So why is a rooftop grease containment system so important? Well, allowing grease, fats, and oils from your upblast exhaust fan to drain out onto the roof of your building can be detrimental in several ways—and the benefits of keeping grease, fats, and oils off of your rooftop are numerous. Rooftop grease containment systems can save you money and headaches. So, let’s take a closer look at how installing one can help you. Continue reading →

rooftop grease containment

Fats, Oils, and Grease

If your restaurant or commercial kitchen cooking appliances produce any grease, fat or oil, the vapors from your cooking will discharge along with the air you are exhausting through your upblast exhaust fan. If your exhaust fan is located on a roof, it is required to have some form of a grease containment system installed. Learn more about why rooftop grease containment is required and the variety of options available to you for keeping your ventilation system in compliance with rules and regulations including the NFPA 96 fire code. Continue reading →

Grease Gutter 360 Rooftop Grease Containment System
We all know it’s important to keep fats, oils, and grease off of your rooftop but it shouldn’t be difficult or expensive. With the Grease Gutter 360 rooftop grease containment system, it’s easy, efficient, and affordable!

Featuring a 360-degree duct design, this high quality grease containment system is made to withstand the demanding conditions of commercial or industrial cooking operations and protect your roof system for years to come. Continue reading →

Grease Gutter Grease Containment System

The Grease Gutter grease containment system is a high-quality, easy-to-use solution that provides 360 degree protection around your exhaust fan and prevents grease from spilling onto the roof.

This popular grease collection device utilizes a single-piece absorbent pad that stops grease but allows water to flow freely through the unit. Once you’ve purchased your Grease Gutter containment system, you’ll want to have it up and running as soon as possible. The good news is that you can install it in minutes with just a few simple tools and instructions. Continue reading →

Grease Gutter Absorbent Boom

Once you install the absorbent boom in your Grease Gutter rooftop grease containment system, you’ll no longer have to worry about oil and grease stains damaging your roof or causing dangerous fire hazards.

Because the booms are hydrophobic, they absorb a tremendous amount of oil while simultaneously repelling water. The filler material is specifically engineered to spread grease throughout the boom evenly, ensuring that you don’t end up with pools of grease that could accumulate and cause damage. Also, the outer shell is UV-protected and fire retardant for additional safety.

Installing the Omni Grease Gutter boom is very easy. Let’s go through the steps. Continue reading →

rooftop grease spills

The first line of defense against rooftop grease damage is installing a grease containment system on your restaurant exhaust fan. However, you may still find oil spills that need to be taken care of as a result of routine exhaust fan cleaning and maintenance.

The presence of slippery rooftop grease can increase the chances of injury for employees or contractors who are working on the roof. Also, the acidic compounds contained in grease can damage the roof if it’s not cleaned in a timely manner.

Thankfully, you don’t have to buy expensive equipment or pay for professional cleaning services to take care of every grease stain. Grease Away is an affordable emulsifier that will quickly neutralize the harmful compounds in fats and break them down so that they can be washed away with only water. Continue reading →

Driploc Exhaust Fan Grease Catchers

Driploc’s line of exhaust fan grease catchers utilize innovative design and quality materials to ensure that harmful exhaust fan grease is kept off the roof. They are easy to install, and the entire process can be completed in minutes, with only the help of a drill and a 3/8-inch nut driver bit.

All of the other hardware and components are included so that your grease catcher works as soon as the installation is completed. Continue reading →

Rooftop Grease
Rooftop grease spills and related environmental contamination from kitchen ventilation systems cost businesses thousands of dollars each year. Managing and containing rooftop grease is a part of every commercial cooking operation. Commercial kitchens must also comply with a variety of state and federal requirements regarding grease control.

To address the many safety and environmental issues facing the restaurant industry, and in order to avoid fines and other problems like roof damage and serious fire risk, installing a rooftop grease containment system is a necessary investment. But with the leading cause of rooftop grease contamination being a poorly designed collection device, it pays to do your research.

A rooftop grease containment system is the single most important piece of equipment in the fight against rooftop grease. While exhaust fans are great at removing grease vapors from your kitchen, unless you install a rooftop grease containment system, that grease will eventually find its way onto your roof where it can cause damage, become a safety or fire hazard, create rooftop grease runoff that can contaminate the environment, and even attract pests and rodents.

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Rooftop Exhaust Fan Cleaning
In the scope of kitchen exhaust cleaning, rooftop exhaust fans are an important and challenging part of the job. This is because there are more surfaces for grease to accumulate on such as fan blades and motor casing. And if it isn’t properly maintained, the system can fail due to heavy grease build up which puts stress on areas such as the fan motor, bearings and drive belt.

When cleaning fans, it is particularly important to make sure grease does not contaminate the roof. Grease and oil residue are detrimental to the roof and cause deterioration and structural damage including leaks, blistering, and cracks. They also pose a serious fire risk if left unaddressed. It’s important to make sure that no grease or oil washes off the roof during cleaning, which may result in environmental issues, code violations, and unsightly buildup around the exterior of the building.

The most common method used for cleaning upblast exhaust fans is pressure washing. Here are a few preventative steps you can take during routine exhaust fan cleanings to ensure the job is getting done effectively and efficiently without making a greasy mess of the roof.

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