How much does a 275 gallon tote cost?

Prices range from $35.00 to $200.00 depending on the type of 275 gallon container.

How much are IBC totes?

IBC tote capacities range from 110 gallons up to 550 gallons. Prices range from $180 to $3,500.

What are IBC Totes used for?

Intermediate bulk containers, or IBCs, are commonly used to store industrial liquids or hazardous chemicals. But these heavy-duty containers are also perfect for storing water. An IBC water tank can accommodate a huge quantity of water, and its versatile design and transportability make it a great fit for this task.

How do I know if my IBC tote is food grade?

Food-grade totes are certified by the DOT/UN. To tell if an IBC tote is food grade, check the sidewall for markings.

Can you reuse IBC totes?

For the most part, IBC totes are fairly easy to reuse. Typically they can be washed and refilled two to three times before they outlive their usefulness. Often, the determining factor in whether an IBC tote can be reused lies in whatever material was placed in the bottle initially.

What is a food grade tote?

Food grade totes are made from materials that have been regulated and certified as safe for consumable and food applications. They can store and transport liquids, semi-solids, powdered foods, solid foods and other consumable items.

How much does a 275 gallon tote weight full of water?

Poly Composite IBC Tote Tank Dimensions

Poly Composite IBCs
Nominal Capacity	275 gallon	330 gallon
Width	40 inches	40 inches
Height including pallet	46 inches	53 inches
Weight, w/ steel pallet	130 lbs.	150 lbs.

Who uses food grade IBC totes?

Food Storage Most people use food-grade IBC totes as storage for food. These containers can typically carry between 200 and 500 gallons of solid, liquid, or semi-solid materials at a time.

Are IBC tanks food grade?

Chemical Storage IBCs are called “food-grade,” but this doesn’t mean that they are built to only store food. Because food-grade materials are non-reactive, it makes them well-suited to hold chemical, flammable, or otherwise hazardous materials as well.

How can I tell if an IBC tote is food grade?

How do I know if my totes are food grade?

The easiest way to know if a container is food-grade is to read the manufacturer’s label. Food-grade containers will always be marked as such. However, if you are buying a used tote, keep in mind that it may not be safe for food just because it is labeled as food-grade.

What does IBC stand for in IBC tote?

intermediate bulk container
An intermediate bulk container (or IBC) is a pallet mounted, industrial grade reusable container that is used for storing and transporting bulk liquids and powders. Also known as a tote, the IBC is capable of stacking and can be moved by a pallet jack or forklift.

What is the difference between food grade and non food grade IBC totes?

IBCs are called “food-grade,” but this doesn’t mean that they are built to only store food. Because food-grade materials are non-reactive, it makes them well-suited to hold chemical, flammable, or otherwise hazardous materials as well. Some non-food uses of food-grade IBC totes include: Pharmaceuticals.

What makes an IBC food grade?

Food grade IBC tanks guarantee cargo integrity due to the engineering of the container. Food grade IBCs are designed to be impermeable against outside contaminates, meaning articles such as water, dust, moisture and other liquids and particles cannot reach the inside product.

Are all IBC totes food grade?

IBC totes carrying food must be certified as food grade to prevent contamination. There are different types of food grade totes, with the most popular being stainless steel tanks or poly-caged totes. Food-grade totes are certified by the DOT/UN. To tell if an IBC tote is food grade, check the sidewall for markings.

What food grade IBC totes do we offer?

We offer the following food grade IBC totes: Food grade IBC tanks are DOT/UN approved for the handling, storage, and transport of hazardous, non-hazardous Packing Group II and Packing Group III commodities.

What are caged IBC totes made of?

Caged IBC totes are blow mold manufactured from HDPE resin that is FDA food grade, ANSI / NSF 61 certified for consumables and potable water. HDPE is an industrial strength, durable plastic that is resistant to the corrosive effects of many chemicals, does not rust, and resists impacts, punctures, and tears.

What is the specific gravity of your IBC totes?

The majority of our IBCs are rated to 1.9 specific gravity (SG), with Excalibur totes offering a 1.35 SG option. Plastic IBC totes are manufactured from high density virgin polyethylene (HDPE) resin that meets FDA food grade, ANSI / NSF 61 requirements for consumables and potable water.

Why do IBC totes fluctuate in price?

As the cost of crude oil fluctuates, so will the cost of IBC totes. Therefore the primary and secondary markets for IBCs are never stable. There are a few grades of used IBC totes, unrinsed, rinsed, triple rinsed, reconditioned and rebottled. If you buy an unrinsed/rinsed IBC tote, the container may have contents left-over from its previous use.