Author: Viking Marketing

Large Capacity Grease Trap Case Study

Large Capacity Grease Trap: Viking Plastics recently fabricated a 20,000 litre large capacity grease trap for Bayside Shopping Centre, Frankston, Victoria.  This was the largest capacity grease trap Viking has manufactured – the previous being a 13,000 litre tank for Chobani. Bayside Shopping Centre worked with Viking Plastics to upgrade their trade waste system.  Viking’s 20,000 litre tank will service the Centre’s large food court and … Continued

Paint Collection Tanks: National Art School Case Study

The National Art School (NAS) has around 30 trade waste tanks onsite including paint collection tanks, acid neutralizing tanks and plaster traps. NAS is a higher education provider offering specialised study in studio arts practice.  NAS has been in operation on the historic Darlinghurst Gaol site in East Sydney since 1922.  NAS are going through the process of replacing their old metal paint collection tanks with plastic tanks … Continued

Grease Trap Regulations

Grease trap regulations are overseen by the water authorities governing the different states, territories, urban and rural areas with Australia.  In larger metropolitan cities, water supply companies oversee grease trap regulations.  In rural areas, regulation is overseen by local councils. Before discharging trade waste to a sewer, a trade waste agreement with the local water authority is required. Australian metropolitan water authorities include: Melbourne: City West Water; … Continued

Grease Trap Suppliers Sydney

Grease Trap Suppliers Sydney: Looking for grease trap suppliers Sydney?  Viking Plastics supplies grease traps and trade waste tanks to all states and territories of Australia – even to the most remote locations. Viking Plastics’ products can be ordered through major merchants like Reece Plumbing and Tradelink. Alternatively, call Viking Plastics directly on 03 9587 2297.  Viking can supply standard above ground and below ground … Continued

Grease Trap Fabrication: Plastic extrusion welding

Grease trap fabrication: Viking Plastics specialises in grease trap fabrication. This video shows a plastic extrusion welder in operation.  The welder is showing set temperature. In tank fabrications, the main use of extrusion welding is to weld the bases and tops. In certain applications, the body panels are also welded using this technique. Extrusion welding is used where it is necessary to produce large volume, homogeneous seams … Continued

What is a Settling Tank?

Settling tank: A settling tank slows the flow of waste water to allow plaster, clay and other material to sink to the bottom of the tank and cleaner water to flow out to the sewer. In general, the capacity of a settling tank needs to be sufficient to retain the contaminated waste water for at least one hour before being discharged to sewer. The most common … Continued

Custom Made Grease Trap

Custom Made Grease Trap: Viking Plastics was recently contacted by a large retail butcher shop who needed a custom made grease trap “chop, chop!” The butcher shop located in regional Victoria, had a “need it now” requirement for a 2400 litre below ground custom made grease trap. At Viking Plastics the answer is always “yes”!  We pride ourselves on customer service and were happy to oblige. Custom made products normally require … Continued

Grease Trap Suppliers Melbourne

Grease trap suppliers Melbourne: If you’re looking for grease trap suppliers Melbourne, look no further than Viking Plastics! For over 50 years, Viking Plastics has manufactured and supplied a diverse range of trade waste tanks to the plumbing industry.  Located in the Melbourne suburb of Braeside, Viking’s modern factory is well-equipped and boasts manufacturing and administrative facilities spanning 2600 square metres. Tanks are available in … Continued

New Paneltim® Below Ground Grease Trap Lid

Below Ground Grease Trap Lid: Viking Plastics has developed the Paneltim® below ground grease trap access cover as an excellent alternative to metal access covers. Paneltim® is an innovative 50mm thick, dual skin sandwich panel.  It has an internal cross-rib cell structure that is lightweight yet offers superior strength and rigidity in both length and width. Paneltim® below ground grease trap access covers have a lower installation weight and … Continued

Why do I need a Grease Trap?

Grease Trap: A grease trap (also known as a grease interceptor or triple interceptor) is needed to ensure the disposal of cooking oil and waste water via drains and sinks does not cause plumbing and environmental problems.  There are specific requirements for the Water Authorities in each state and territory of Australia.  Most authorities prohibit liquid waste being discharged on the ground or to a stormwater drainage … Continued