Viking Inc. — Odessa, Texas
Decades of Expertise,
Proven in the Field.
Three leaders. A lifetime of industry experience. Every vessel we build carries that collective knowledge.
The Experience Behind the Engineering.
We started Viking with a clear mission: to engineer oilfield equipment for performance rather than just price. Based in the heart of Odessa, we’ve spent the last 15 years balancing shop-floor precision with the rugged durability the field demands.
Viking was built on a foundation of trust and technical integrity. By overseeing every stage of the manufacturing process—from initial engineering to the final coat—we ensure that every vessel reflects the high standards we’ve spent our careers upholding. For us, reliability isn’t just a metric; it’s a personal commitment.
You can depend on us for the critical-path equipment that keeps your operations moving—from heater treaters to separators and API storage tanks. Partnering with Viking means getting equipment built to outlast the job, backed by a team that truly understands the field.
Our Leadership Team
We bring decades of field experience. View our leadership profiles below.
Michael S. Ashton
President
Michael S. Ashton
President
Michael S. Ashton graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baylor University, where he built the foundation for a distinguished career in the oil and gas industry. A respected leader in the field, he has proudly served on the board of the Permian Basin International Oilfield Show for 30 years, a testament to his deep ties to the industry and his ongoing commitment to its growth and community.
Taylor Grimes
Vice President
Taylor Grimes
Vice President
Taylor Grimes leads Viking’s operations, directing day-to-day manufacturing and overseeing the trucking fleet that delivers and sets equipment on location. Educated at Kilgore College and with over 45 years across manufacturing and oilfield services, he keeps production and logistics moving in sync — making sure every order is built to Viking’s standards and reaches the field on schedule.
Joe Keith Martin
Operations Manager
Joe Keith Martin
Operations Manager
Joe Keith Martin brings a well-rounded experience to Viking Inc. from his extensive work history as a Quality Control Manager, Engineering Manager, Code Shop Foreman, Manufacturing Sales Specialist, and Machinist. He completed AWS welding classes and attended Odessa College for ASME CODE Div 1 section VII and section IX and is PEC certified, giving him expertise in manufacturing quality products and the training required to do it safely.
Our Odessa Facility.
Our 40,000-square-foot Odessa facility is purpose-built for the full production cycle. We've consolidated the entire process under one roof: heavy steel fabrication, ASME-certified welding, precision coating, and quality inspection.
By maintaining our own fleet of crane and haul trucks on-site, we eliminate third-party delays and logistical gaps.
Everything under one roof means tighter control and faster turnaround for operators who can't wait.
Odessa, TX 79763
Credentials That Define Our Standards.
Industry-leading compliance backed by 50+ years of oilfield expertise.
ASME Certified
Authorized to manufacture code-stamped pressure vessels. Every unit is engineered to Section VIII standards for reliable performance under high-pressure conditions.
National Board Registered
We provide permanent documentation and traceability for every vessel. This ensures your assets remain fully compliant and verifiable for their entire lifecycle.
R-Stamp Certified
Certified for critical repairs and alterations on pressure-retaining equipment. We provide the code-compliant documentation required to return your assets to service.