California American Water Provides Tips for Disposal of Fats, Oils and Cooking Grease to Protect Residential Plumbing and Wastewater Systems
California American Water has issued guidelines for proper disposal of Fats, Oils and Cooking Grease (FOGs) to protect residential plumbing and wastewater systems. The company warns that when FOGs are washed down sinks, they can solidify into thick sludge, causing pipe blockages and system overflows. Neither dishwashing detergents nor garbage disposals can effectively break down these materials. Key recommendations include: never rinsing FOGs down drains, installing drain strainers to catch food scraps, and scraping plates and cookware into trash before washing.
California American Water ha emesso linee guida per il corretto smaltimento di Grassi, Oli e Grassello da Cucina (FOGs) per proteggere gli impianti idraulici residenziali e i sistemi fognari. L'azienda avverte che quando i FOGs vengono lavati nei lavandini, possono solidificarsi in una densa melma, causando ostruzioni nei tubi e straripamenti nei sistemi. Né i detergenti per lavastoviglie né i macinacibo possono degradare efficacemente questi materiali. Le principali raccomandazioni includono: non sciacquare mai i FOGs nei lavandini, installare filtri per drenaggi per catturare gli avanzi di cibo e raschiare piatti e pentole nella spazzatura prima del lavaggio.
California American Water ha emitido pautas para la correcta eliminación de Grasas, Aceites y Grasas de Cocina (FOGs) para proteger la plomería residencial y los sistemas de aguas residuales. La empresa advierte que cuando los FOGs se lavan por los fregaderos, pueden solidificarse en un lodo espeso, causando bloqueos en las tuberías y desbordamientos en los sistemas. Ni los detergentes para lavar platos ni los desechadores de basura pueden descomponer efectivamente estos materiales. Las recomendaciones clave incluyen: nunca enjuagar los FOGs por los desagües, instalar coladores de desagüe para atrapar los restos de comida y raspar platos y utensilios en la basura antes de lavar.
캘리포니아 아메리칸 워터가 주택 배관 및 폐수 시스템을 보호하기 위해 지방, 오일 및 요리 기름(FOGs)의 적절한 처분을 위한 지침을 발표했습니다. 회사는 FOGs가 싱크대에서 씻겨 내려가면 두꺼운 슬러지로 고체화되어 파이프 막힘과 시스템 범람을 유발할 수 있다고 경고합니다. 식기 세척 세제나 음식물 처리기도 이러한 물질을 효과적으로 분해할 수 없습니다. 주요 권장 사항으로는 FOGs를 배수구에 절대 씻지 말고, 음식물 찌꺼기를 잡기 위해 배수구 필터를 설치하며, 세척 전에 접시와 조리 기구를 쓰레기통에 긁어내는 것이 포함됩니다.
California American Water a publié des directives pour une élimination appropriée des Graisses, Huiles et Graisse de Cuisine (FOGs) afin de protéger la plomberie résidentielle et les systèmes d'eaux usées. La société avertit que lorsque les FOGs sont rincés dans les éviers, ils peuvent se solidifier en une boue épaisse, provoquant des obstructions dans les tuyaux et des débordements dans les systèmes. Ni les détergents pour lave-vaisselle ni les broyeurs de déchets ne peuvent décomposer efficacement ces matériaux. Les recommandations clés comprennent : ne jamais rincer les FOGs dans les drains, installer des filtres de drainage pour attraper les restes de nourriture et racler les assiettes et ustensiles dans les poubelles avant de laver.
California American Water hat Richtlinien für die ordnungsgemäße Entsorgung von Fetten, Ölen und Kochfett (FOGs) herausgegeben, um die Wohnungsinstallation und Abwassersysteme zu schützen. Das Unternehmen warnt, dass wenn FOGs in Spülen gespült werden, sie zu dickem Schlamm erstarren können, was zu Rohrverstopfungen und Überläufen im System führt. Weder Geschirrspülmittel noch Müllzerkleinerer können diese Materialien effektiv abbauen. Zu den wichtigsten Empfehlungen gehören: niemals FOGs in den Abfluss spülen, Abflussfilter installieren, um Essensreste aufzufangen, und Teller sowie Kochgeschirr vor dem Spülen in den Müll schaben.
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This press release about FOG disposal tips represents routine operational guidance and does not constitute market-moving news for American Water Works (AWK). While proper waste disposal practices are important for infrastructure maintenance, this type of consumer education initiative has no material impact on the company's financial performance or stock value.
The timing of this release ahead of the holiday season is standard practice for utility companies, as they typically increase public awareness campaigns during periods of higher cooking activity. This represents normal business operations rather than a significant development that would influence investment decisions.
Give thanks, not clogs this holiday season
When FOGs are washed down the sink, they cool and can turn into a thick sludge that sticks to the lower parts of the pipes. Neither dishwashing detergents nor garbage disposals can effectively break down these materials, leading to a gradual build-up over time. Eventually, this sludge can cause blockages, backups, and overflow issues, which can pose significant health and environmental risks.
Follow these helpful tips on how to properly dispose of FOGs:
- Never rinse FOGs down the drain. Regardless of how powerful your garbage disposal may be, it cannot prevent FOGs from sticking to your pipes.
- Strain it, don’t drain it. To prevent food scraps from entering the pipes, install a basket or strainer in the drain and dispose of the trapped pieces in the trash.
- Let’s talk trash. Before washing, scrape all food scraps and FOGs from plates, pots, and utensils into the trash.
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