VACUUM TANKERS
A vacuum truck or vacuum tanker is a type of tank truck that has a pump and a tank, designed to pneumatically suck liquids, sludges (such as fecal sludge), slurries or sand/water mixtures without the contact of any mechanical equipment. They are used to transport sanitary waste (human excreta mixed with water, e.g. from septic tanks) as well as for some industrial liquids or slurries. They can be equipped with a high pressure pump if they are used to clean out sewers from sand.
Vacuum trucks are used to transport the collected material to a treatment or disposal site, for example a sewage treatment plant.
Our fleet of modern vacuum tankers enables Observe Solutions to remove and transport a wide range of liquid wastes and deposits from various drainage systems, tanks and containment structures. Many of our vacuumation units are equipped with high-pressure water jetting capabilities, eliminating the need for additional vehicles on site and ensuring a more efficient, cost-effective service.We safely handle commercial, municipal and industrial bulk liquid wastes, including trade effluents, off-spec and contaminated products, sewage, groundwater, and spill residues. With tanker capacities ranging from 1,500 gallons to 7,000 gallons, we can accommodate projects of all sizes, from routine maintenance to emergency response.
Our vacuum tankers are typically deployed for:
- Interworks tankering
- Pump station cleaning
- Removal of debris, fats and grease, with wall and pump washing
- Septic tank and cesspit emptying
- Oil and water interceptor waste disposal
- Gully cleaning and de-siltation
- Hazardous liquid waste transport
- General effluent removal Reliable, compliant and operated by trained professionals, our vacuum tanker services ensure your site remains clean, safe and fully operational.
Efficient and Compliant Tankering Services
At Observe Solutions, we deliver cost-effective tankering services designed to keep your site compliant, safe and operational. Using tracked, measured loads and bespoke reporting systems, we provide real-time visibility of ongoing work alongside comprehensive records of completed waste movements, helping you meet environmental legislation with ease. Our advanced job management tools help streamline scheduling, maximise efficiency and reduce operational costs.
Our expertise covers all aspects of liquid waste management, including:
- Cleaning and waste removal from sewers, culverts, gullies and interceptors
- Bulk transfer of liquid sludge from wastewater treatment plants
- Leachate removal and disposal from landfill sites
- Emptying lagoons, ponds, lakes and reed beds
- Emergency tankering at pumping stations to prevent flooding and pollution
- Floodwater and spill response and removal With extensive industry experience, specialist equipment and trained operatives, Observe Solutions ensures your tankering requirements are handled efficiently, responsibly and fully in line with environmental regulations.
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Need vacuum tanker services? Call 01277 373 772 or click here to submit a support request. We’re ready for emergency support or scheduled maintenance.