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Thermaco, Inc. • 646 Greensboro St. • Asheboro, N. C. 27204-2548 • Phone (336) 629-4651
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AST
DESCRIPTION
Thermaco's Big Dipper with Automatic Solids Transfer System (AST) is designed for those
facilities that want to take charge of their pretreatment system to meet wastewater discharge limits
by reducing their risk exposure to escalating grease and oil disposal costs.
As most food service managers already know, grease build-up within a building's plumbing
drainage system is a major cause of drain line blockage. These problems jeopardize normal
operations as well as create health and safety hazards within the facility. With the proper
installation of the Big Dipper AST these problems can be eliminated.
The Big Dipper AST traps grease, oils and solid food waste. The grease and oils are skimmed into
a collection container while the solid food waste is shredded and passed down line. The entire
process is automated and controlled by a system timer. The recovered grease/oils are virtually
water-free, so they can typically be sold to a rendering company.
FEATURES/ADVANTAGES
• Automatically removes free-floating fats and oils
• Helps reduce FOG levels and associated surcharges and fines
• Removed grease/oils are recycle ready for rendering disposal
• Handles solids without the hassle of emptying strainer baskets
• Reduces operation costs versus paying for pumping service
• Rugged stainless steel construction provides durable service
• Can save on investment for in-ground separators and traps
APPLICATIONS
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RESTAURANTS • CASINOS • CAFETERIAS • HOSPITALS • SCHOOLS
• COMMISSARIES • BAKERIES • HOTELS • CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES • RESORTS
• FOOD PROCESSING PLANTS • AIRPORTS • MEAT PACKAGING PLANTS
• CREAMERIES • UNIVERSITIES • AND MANY OTHER HIGH VOLUME APPLICATIONS
Automatic Solids Transfer
System (AST) Overview