Protect Your Drainage with Effective Fat, Oil & Grease Management
At GW Pumps, we help commercial kitchens and food-handling facilities reduce the risk of blocked drains and sewer damage with expert fat, oil and grease (FOG) separation systems. Our tailored solutions stop FOG at the source — preventing it from entering the drainage network where it can solidify, build up, and cause major disruption. Whether you run a restaurant, hotel, school, or industrial kitchen, we’ll help you stay compliant, reduce maintenance costs, and keep your operations running smoothly.
How FOG Separators Work — and Why You Need One
Fat, oil and grease are natural by-products of cooking — but if left unchecked, they can harden inside your drainage system and lead to costly blockages or flooding. FOG separation systems (also called grease traps or grease interceptors) are installed at key points in your kitchen’s wastewater flow to capture these substances before they cause problems.
We supply and install modern, low-maintenance systems that are easy to manage and suited to your business size and daily usage.
What We Can Help With
- Commercial kitchens
- Restaurants & cafés
- Hotels & hospitality venues
- Schools & universities
- Food manufacturing & prep sites
- Facilities with catering or canteens
Why Choose GW Pumps for FOG Solutions?
We’re more than just pump experts. Our team understands the complete wastewater lifecycle — from kitchen discharge to sewer compliance — and we use this knowledge to recommend and install the right FOG solution for your premises. With decades of experience and a strong track record across the UK, we help businesses avoid unplanned downtime, protect infrastructure, and meet environmental best practices.
A few sectors we continue to support
- Hospitality & Catering – restaurants, cafes, pubs, and takeaways.
- Hotels & Resorts – on-site kitchens, banqueting, and catering facilities.
- Food Production & Processing – bakeries, ready-meal producers, and commercial kitchens.
- Education & Healthcare – school canteens, universities, hospitals, and care homes.
- Event & Entertainment Venues – stadiums, theatres, and conference centres.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a FOG separator?
A fat, oil and grease separator (often called a grease trap) is a system designed to intercept greasy waste before it enters your drains.
Who needs a FOG reduction system?
Any site that prepares food — from restaurants to schools — should have a FOG management system in place to stay compliant and avoid costly drainage problems.
Are FOG systems legally required?
Many local authorities and water companies require food-handling businesses to install grease management systems to meet trade effluent rules.
Can you help maintain our existing system?
Yes — we offer cleaning, emptying, and performance checks on all types of grease traps and separators.
Do you operate in our area?
We’re based in Leeds and provide FOG system services across West Yorkshire and the wider UK, including Bradford, Wakefield, Huddersfield, York, and Manchester.
Our Process
How it Works
When Working With Us
Site Review
We assess your kitchen layout, flow rates, and volume to determine the right FOG reduction system for you.
We Advise
Based on your needs, we specify the most effective and compliant grease trap or separator system.
Install & Commission
Our team fits the system and ensures it’s running correctly with minimal disruption to your operations.
Maintenance Support
We offer scheduled maintenance and emptying services to keep your system in full working order.
Site Review
We assess your kitchen layout, flow rates, and volume to determine the right FOG reduction system for you.
We Advise
Based on your needs, we specify the most effective and compliant grease trap or separator system.
Install & Commission
Our team fits the system and ensures it’s running correctly with minimal disruption to your operations.
Maintenance Support
We offer scheduled maintenance and emptying services to keep your system in full working order.
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