About
Comprehensive washwater
disposal solutions
Industrial washwater contaminated with oil, grease, chemicals or suspended solids can’t simply be rinsed down the drain. If this waste enters stormwater systems or natural waterways it can not only pollute local ecosystems but lead to environmental compliance breaches.
We collect your industrial washwater, transport it to our EPA-licenced facilities, and decontaminate it so that it can be disposed of safely. With our end-to-end washwater service, you can meet your legal obligations, avoid environmental harm, and keep your site clean and safe.
We’re a trusted partner for businesses and industries that generate large volumes of contaminated wastewater as a byproduct of the cleaning process.
Industrial and commercial washwater
Includes wastewater from vehicle wash bays, equipment cleaning, manufacturing processes, and site washdowns containing dirt, oils, detergents, and other contaminants.
Hospitality and food service washwater
Covers washwater from kitchens, food preparation areas, and dishwashing operations containing fats, oils, grease, and food residue.
Service
Wastewater disposal services for every industry
Automotive workshops and service centres
Businesses generating washwater from vehicle cleaning, engine degreasing, and workshop floor wash-downs.
Industrial facilities and manufacturers
Sites needing collection of contaminated process water, wash-down waste, and interceptor pit residues.
Transport depots and logistics yards
Fleets with wash bays for trucks, buses, and heavy equipment that produce detergent-laden runoff.
Construction and civil projects
Projects requiring removal and treatment of washwater from equipment cleaning, dust suppression, and site runoff.
Expertise
Benefits of our industrial washwater disposal solutions
Prevent water pollution
Cleanaway’s washwater collection prevents contaminants like oils, heavy metals and chemicals from entering stormwater drains and polluting waterways.
Maintain environmental compliance
We comply with all relevant environmental regulations to collect your contaminated water, treat it at our licensed facilities and then safely dispose of the residual waste.
Reduce operational risk
Washwater collection and disposal with Cleanaway minimises the risk of costly fines, environmental incidents and reputational damage from improper handling of water waste.
Meet sustainability goals
Responsible management of your water waste contributes to your business’s broader sustainability goals.
Process
Cleanaway’s washwater collection and disposal services
Cleanaway offers a full-service solution capable of handling large volumes of industrial washwater.
Details
Equipment to collect and dispose of industrial washwater
Cleanaway provides a range of specialised equipment and infrastructure to support safe and compliant washwater management.
ADR-compliant vacuum tankers with capacity ranging from 2,000-15,000 litres
Permanent or temporary washwater holding tanks to store your waste for collection
Installation, storage and maintenance of triple interceptors and silt traps to prevent pollutants entering sewerage or stormwater systems
Onsite pump-out services to quickly and safely extract washwater from tanks and pits
Output
What happens to your washwater?
Contaminated water collected from wash bays and other sources is treated at licenced facilities and safely disposed of or reused for non-potable applications. The residual solid waste from the treatment process is disposed of in line with environmental regulations.
Our promise
Why choose Cleanaway
A one-stop solution
We offer an expansive range of services, custom waste solutions and expert support to meet the waste management and resource recovery needs of Australian businesses, councils and industries of any size.
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Optimised waste management solutions
Our team of resource recovery professionals work closely with you to find the best waste management solution for your business, helping you achieve potential cost savings while working towards your sustainability goals.
Market-leading infrastructure
Our licensed, state-of-the-art facilities enable safe, efficient waste processing and resource recovery at scale.
Making a sustainable future possible together
We’re leading the way in sustainable waste management and resource recovery, helping Australia to transition to a circular economy and investing in lasting solutions for the benefit of Australians – now and into the future.