Author: Viking Marketing

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

What is a Grease Trap?

Grease Trap: A grease trap is a tank that sits between a sink and the general sewer to stop pollutants like grease and oil from entering the sewage system. Also known as a “Food and Oil Interceptor”, “Grease Interceptor” or “Grease Arrestor”, a grease trap contains baffles that slow the flow of hot greasy water.  By slowing the water flow and allowing the water to … Continued

What is a Triple Interceptor?

Triple Interceptor: A Triple Interceptor is also known as a Petrol and Oil Interceptor. Triple interceptors are used extensively in the automotive industry. They are often installed downstream of a silt pit which contains a straining basket to collect dirt and grit before it enters the interceptor. The interceptor is designed to prevent pollution from trade waste entering the sewer system. The tank has a … Continued

What is a Food and Oil Interceptor?

Food and Oil Interceptor: A Food and Oil Interceptor is also known as a grease trap.  It is a tank-like device that slows the flow of waste water into the sewer by using gravity to allow fats and oils to separate for disposal at an appropriate facility.  Retail food business that cook or serve hot food will need to install a grease trap. Waste water from food … Continued

Rapt in Plastic – Employee Retires after 38 Years

Following in the steps of his father, Martin Hickey commenced at Humes in 1976.  As a fresh young sixteen year old, Martin learned the craft of plastics fabrication.  In 1983, the plastics fabrication division of Humes was sold to Viking Plastics. Martin and his skills were acquired by Viking Plastics where he continued to work for the next 31 years as an expert in specialised … Continued

Custom Plastic Fabrication

Viking Plastics provides world class custom plastic fabrication for all types of specialised applications – including large scale products for the mining industry. Viking Plastics were set a task to manufacture large drip tray sets for the Maules Creek Coal Mine load out facility.  Four tray sets each up to 30 metres long were manufactured in Viking’s Braeside factory and transported via large crates to … Continued

Portable Grease Trap Hire

Grease Trap Hire: Mobile food vendors and food trucks represent a whole new way of dining. With locations all around town, at markets and festivals, these stalls and vans bring a variety of affordable and delicious eats to the masses. Great for the consumer but waste issues pose challenges for most vendors. Viking Plastics’ portable grease trap hire provides a welcome solution. Rafael Rashid operates two … Continued