IBC totes
Sizes, grades, pricing and logistics for ibc totes, from the people who broker them.
What to Do With IBC Totes You No Longer Need
Five options for a surplus IBC tote, from selling and reconditioning to recycling and disposal. Only one of them costs you money, and it should be the last resort.
What You Can and Can't Store in an IBC Tote
Diesel usually yes, gasoline never. Flash point decides what a plastic IBC may hold, and this guide covers fuels, water, food products, chemicals, and the rules behind each.
IBC Tote Valves and Fittings: Sizes, Adapters and Replacement
There is no universal IBC outlet thread, which is why so many adapters do not fit. How to identify the valve you have, pick the right adapter, and replace a worn one.
IBC Tote Stacking: Load Limits, Safety and Best Practice
IBC totes stack, but how high depends on the data plate, the cage condition, whether they are full, and how long they sit. The load limits and the safe way to stack them.
How Long Do IBC Totes Last? Lifespan by Use Case
An IBC tote's bottle, cage, and valve wear at different rates, and a five-year transport limit sits on top of all three. What shortens each clock and how to tell when a tank is done.
UN / DOT Markings on IBC Totes Explained
Decode the UN marking stamped on an IBC tote — the UN symbol, the IBC code (like 31HA1), packing group, gross mass, test pressure, year, and retest dates — and learn when it actually matters.
Food-Grade Packaging: What It Means for Used Containers
Food-grade describes materials safe for direct food contact. For used totes, drums, and boxes, that status depends entirely on documented prior contents, proper reconditioning, and paperwork — never on appearance.
IBC Tote Cleaning & Inspection Checklist
Before you reuse a used IBC tote, identify the prior contents, clean it to the right level, and inspect the bottle, cage, pallet, and valve. A practical, safety-first checklist for operators.
IBC Tote Conditions: Reconditioned vs. Rebottled vs. Rinsed vs. Used
How a used IBC tote was processed — reconditioned, rebottled, washed, or sold as-is — sets both its price and what you can safely put in it. Compare the grades and pick the right one.
How to Inspect a Used IBC Tote Before You Buy or Fill It
A component-by-component inspection guide for used IBC totes — what to check on the bottle, cage, valve, fittings, and UN markings, and the red flags that should end a deal.
What Is an IBC Tote? The Complete Guide (275 vs 330, Grades, Food Grade & Hazmat)
An IBC tote is a reusable 275 or 330 gallon caged container for liquids. This guide covers the grade ladder (new, rebottled, reconditioned, used), why prior contents and SDS sheets decide a tote's value, and how totes actually load on trucks.
IBC Tote Dimensions: Complete Sizing Guide (275 vs 330 Gallon)
Standard IBC totes are 275 or 330 gallons (1,000 / 1,250 L). 275 gallon: 48" x 40" x 46". 330 gallon: 48" x 40" x 53". Full dimensions, weights, and ISO specs in one place.
I Only Need a Few Totes or Drums — Where Should I Go?
There are times when you need less than a full 53' truckload of totes or drums. Perhaps you are a hobbyist that is undertaking a small project, you need to store some water, or need a few containers for transport or storage
The Rise of Autonomous Robotics in Modern Recycling: Pallets, Gaylord Boxes, IBC Totes, and Metal Drums
The need for automation in recycling is higher than ever. Economic trends, tech advancements, and new private sector initiatives are pushing companies to use autonomous robots for better productivity and efficiency.
IBC Tote Recycling and Cleaning Process
Explore the eco-friendly IBC tote recycling process. Learn how to collect, sort, clean, and recycle intermediate bulk containers for a sustainable future.