Fryer Oil Recycling
Providing the Best Fryer Oil Recycling in Atlanta and Throughout Georgia!
Other vendors will often tell you they are paying you a great rate per gallon (or per pound) for your oil, the question is… are they reporting when and how many gallons they are collecting? Might their seemingly “great” rate be offset by inaccurate reporting? How do you know for sure?
At Southern Green Industries, we avoid this situation by providing a detailed pickup history with every payment. We also provide 24/7 online account access with pickup history that shows you every oil pickup date and quantity, giving you 100% transparent accounting.
By comparing your oil pickup totals to your oil purchase totals (minus reasonable loss due to cooking) you can ensure you are getting paid a fair rate for every drop.
The Southern Green Industries Difference
Our fryer oil recycling service couldn’t be simpler – if your restaurant or commercial kitchen, that is located in or around Atlanta metro, has a deep fryer and waste cooking oil, give us a call.
FREE DROP-OFF
For Atlanta restaurants and commercial kitchens, we will deliver a FREE oil collection container suited to your operation’s volume and location
EASY CLEANUP
Your staff disposes of your used fryer oil and grease into the provided oil container
EASY DISPOSAL
We collect the oil on a regular schedule, recycle it into biodiesel and pay you top dollar for it
Ditch the Bin
Don’t want to deal with the hassle of a bin behind your business or even the hassle of having to empty your fryer and drag the waste oil back to the bin all the time? Consider our unique integrated oil management system (iOMS). Our iOMS sucks the oil right from your fryer and transfers it directly to a sealed oil storage tank. The iOMS eliminates the:
All the Mess
Messy, smelly oil bin and associated nuisances
All the Heaving Lifting
Risk of injury (and workers' comp claims) associated with handling hot fryer oil
All Cleanup
Messes associated with carrying pots of oil out to an oil bin
All the Risk
Risk of oil theft
One Size Does Not Fit All
Your operation is unique, and so are your oil recycling needs.
Atlanta's own, Southern Green Industries, offers several different options for how your waste oil is managed, stored and collected. We provide free oil containers ranging in size from 5 to 500 gallons. If one of those is not right for you, no problem. We fabricate all our equipment at our facility here in Atlanta, so we can custom-build the container that will suit your needs and requirements.
Storage Options
No two kitchens operate the same, which is why Southern Green Industries offers flexible storage solutions designed around your specific needs. Whether you run a small café or a high-volume commercial kitchen, having the right container setup is key to preventing spills, odors and operational slowdowns.
We provide FREE oil collection containers in a wide range of sizes, typically from 5 to 500 gallons, so your storage matches your actual oil output.
Because we fabricate our equipment locally, we can also design custom storage solutions for unique layouts or space limitations. The result is a cleaner, safer and more efficient way to manage your used cooking oil.
Pickup Cadence
A consistent and reliable pickup schedule is essential to keeping your kitchen running smoothly. At Southern Green Industries, we tailor your pickup cadence based on your actual oil usage, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
We also account for seasonal fluctuations, helping you adjust your schedule during peak business periods or slower months. Our team works proactively to monitor your needs and make adjustments as your operation grows or changes.
With a dependable pickup cadence in place, you can focus on running your business while we handle the logistics. You will always have the capacity you need, when you need it, without the stress of managing waste oil buildup.
Dashboard, Reporting and Credits
Your waste oil stream can generate consistent credits, but only if it’s tracked properly. Reliable reporting on pickup volumes and payments gives you a straightforward way to confirm you’re being compensated fairly.
Every payment you receive is backed by a detailed pickup history that shows exactly when your oil was collected and how much was removed. In addition, you get 24/7 online account access, allowing you to review your pickup data anytime.
This level of visibility makes it easy to compare your oil collection totals with your oil purchasing records. By factoring in normal cooking loss, you can confidently verify that you are being paid fairly for every gallon.
Unlike other vendors who may offer attractive rates without clear reporting, we provide full accountability. You always know what was collected, when it was collected and what you were paid.
As Green as it Gets
In addition to getting the best economic value, working with Southern Green Industries will also reduce your operation’s negative environmental impact.
What makes our services so green? All recovered cooking oils get recycled into cleaner-burning biodiesel, a direct replacement for petroleum-based diesel fuel. Our entire fleet of vehicles runs on recycled content biodiesel, from the largest tractor-trailer rigs right down to our sales reps’ cars.
We also provide zero-landfill recycling. Even those little bits of fried junk you toss out with your fryer oil gets put to use. We compost all food residuals recovered from your oil and we treat and recycle all the water in our own onsite water treatment plant.
Converting Waist Fryer Oil into Biodiesel
Frequently Asked Questions
How does fryer oil recycling work?
Used cooking oil is collected from your business, transported to a processing facility and converted into biodiesel and other reusable products. This process keeps waste out of landfills and puts it to productive use.
How can you verify you’re being paid accurately for used oil?
Accurate reporting is key. Reviewing pickup logs alongside your oil purchasing and usage patterns allows you to account for normal loss and confirm that collected volumes and payments are consistent.
How often should my oil be picked up?
Pickup frequency depends on your oil usage, storage capacity and site conditions. Most restaurants schedule service every two to four weeks, while higher-volume kitchens may require weekly pickups. The goal is to prevent overflows, reduce theft risk and keep storage areas clean without over-servicing.
What size oil container do I need?
Container size depends on how much oil your business produces. Southern Green Industries can recommend the right size to prevent overflow while maximizing efficiency.
What is an integrated oil management system (iOMS)?
An iOMS is a system that pumps used oil directly from your fryer into a sealed storage tank. It reduces manual handling, prevents spills and improves overall safety.
Is fryer oil recycling required for restaurants?
Restaurants in the Atlanta area are required to handle used cooking oil in accordance with local FOG and waste disposal regulations. This means oil cannot be dumped into drains, grease traps or thrown out in standard dumpsters. In practice, most businesses use a recycling or collection service to stay compliant, since it provides a controlled and documented method of disposal.
What happens if my oil container overflows?
Overflow can create safety hazards, odors and potential compliance issues. If your container is nearing capacity, it usually indicates that your pickup schedule needs to be adjusted or that a larger storage solution may be more appropriate.
For one-time volume spikes, such as special events or temporary increases in production, requesting an additional pickup can help prevent overflow and keep your operation compliant.
Is Used Cooking Oil Theft a Real-World Problem?
Yes. Used cooking oil has resale value and is commonly targeted for theft, especially when containers are unsecured or pickups are inconsistent. Theft often leads to spills or damaged containers, creating safety hazards, odors and cleanup issues beyond the loss of the oil itself.
Secure storage and reliable, well-documented pickup service help protect your oil and ensure you’re properly compensated.
Call Today for Fryer Oil Recycling
We serve Atlanta (and all of Georgia) businesses of all sizes, from single-location mom and pop restaurants, multi-location franchises and sports facilities to universities, institutions and industrial clients. Call (404) 419-6887 today for a free quote.
