We received an online enquiry from a new Geelong business about setting up a commercial bakery in Newtown. The client had no existing services on the proposed site and wanted to know the best way to set up their new bakery which was both cost-effective and functional. We sent out Peter one of our leading hands to design the hydraulics and help with the permits required by Barwon Water for the new bakery.
Arrival on Site – Inspection & Service Testing
Peter met with the owners on-site to run through the full scope of works required and performed a water line pressure test and CCTV drain inspection to check capacity and space constraints for the new installation. Having designed & installed multiple commercial restaurants in the Geelong region previously, our team were highly experienced with the process and what permits/standards were required by Geelong council, Barwon Water, and the health department. Being a commercial bakery, it was a requirement to have a minimum 1200-litre grease interceptor installed in the food prep area. Commercial trade waste contains food, fat, oils, and grease which can solidify in sewers, causing blockages and damage to Barwon Water’s assets.
Installation
With cost & time being a factor, we proposed installing a custom above-ground unit and raising the bench height to achieve a grade in the drainage to the grease interceptor. This would speed up the installation process and lower the cost by saving on concrete cutting, space, and machinery hire. We could utilise the unused void under the stairwell for the new services by removing the existing kitchen and installing a new wall and service door. This allowed for access to pump-outs of the food and oil interceptors which is required as the fat, oil and settled food particles and solids accumulate over time.
It also allowed us to reconfigure the existing water, modify the hot water service location and install the new ventilation lines while the frame was exposed — maximising space for the new kitchen. This type of clean-slate plumbing setup is where our new home plumbing expertise really shines, especially in commercial environments.
Outcome
By working closely with clients and utilising existing unused spaces, our team were able to design, install and provide a cost-effective solution for the new commercial kitchen on time and within budget.
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