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Problem: High plumbing costs due to particles being ingested into drains.
The Drain-Net Solution: In a pro-active measure, Starbucks began installing Drain-Net floor baskets, typically found near the ice bin, dump sink, drive-through dipper well, ice machine, and the sink. The Drain-net baskets were able to successfully catch milk caps, coffee beans, charging canisters, and other particles from going down the drain.
Cost Savings: Starbucks estimates annual savings per store to be $200 to $300 due to fewer reactive plumbing service requests. In addition to preventing backed up drains, Starbucks also found that the proper use of drain baskets mitigated potential pest issues.

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