Jun 17, 2008
A GREASE trap tank invented by a local company can help check pollution of waterways, said Pulau Tikus assemblyman Koay Teng Hai.
He said the invention was timely, as the state needed such gadgets to control kitchen discharges that are not environmentally friendly.
The grease trap tank is tested and certified by Sirim Bhd and can be fixed at homes and food outlets.
The tank can prevent kitchen wastes including oil and grease from clogging pipes including sewers.
“The gadget will help filter waste water to make sure grease is not released into waterways and ultimately into the sea,” he said.
He said this after presenting a grease trap tank to the Penang Cheshire Home recently.
He advised food outlet operators to utilise such gadgets to prevent pollution.
“Penang is a well-known hawker food paradise. It has helped contribute to the growth of the tourism industry. But our rivers are polluted, we need to make a concerted effort to keep our rivers clean,” he added.
The tank was received by Penang Cheshire Home vice-president Datin Seri Daisy Yeoh and secretary Ong Ghee Thuan.
GT Compact Technology managing director Ooi Boon Hock said they managed to create the grease trap tank with the help of Penang Municipal Council officers.
The lightweight, durable and portable fiber glass tank is a result of ongoing research that started 17 years ago, he said.
“It has the cutting edge technology that meets municipal engineering specifications and can be easily installed,” he said.
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