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# Tote Talk Blog

## [Superior IBC Design Features](https://metanousa.com/blog/superior-design-features-of-ss-ibcs)

- Posted: November 27, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

[Stainless steel Intermediate bulk container](https://metanousa.com/stainless-steel-ibc-tote-tanks#_ga=2.120834507.2142232511.1605892850-950762915.1605892850) (IBC) is the superior choice when it comes to the storage and transport of bulk liquids. Reusable with design features that make filling, discharging and transporting easier and more effective. See what sets ss IBCs apart from antiquated drums and makes the [switch](https://metanousa.com/blog/bid/341000/Why-Tote-Tanks-Are-Better-Than-Drums)a no-brainer.

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/superior-design-features-of-ss-ibcs)

## [SS IBCs: Renting vs. Buying](https://metanousa.com/blog/rent-vs-buy-ssibcs)

- Posted: November 18, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

Different business scenarios present different potentials. The [rent](https://metanousa.com/ibc-rental-benefits)vs. [buy](https://metanousa.com/stainless-steel-ibc-tote-tanks)decision can depend on various factors, from the position of the company's financial goals to the stability of the company's production or manufacturing volume.

Renting and buying both have their pros and cons. Here is a common checklist to help  determine which may be best for your industrial or manufacturing needs:

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/rent-vs-buy-ssibcs)

## [Your All-In-One IBC Resource](https://metanousa.com/blog/yourall-in-oneresource)

- Posted: October 28, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

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> At Metano, we want to help you reach an informed decision about your intermediate bulk containers. Below are 5 of our most commonly used resources for all things IBC:

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/yourall-in-oneresource)

## [IBC Myths](https://metanousa.com/blog/ibcmyths)

- Posted: October 12, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

## Avoid These Common Misconceptions About IBC Totes:

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/ibcmyths)

## [IBCs and the DOT](https://metanousa.com/blog/ibcsandthedot)

- Posted: September 11, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

The DOT have specific requirements when it comes to transporting regulated liquid products, especially when it comes to chemicals. There are also certain qualities you should look for in an IBC tote tank in order to move your liquids safely;[this great article in PCI Magazine](http://www.pcimag.com/articles/100813-complying-with-dangerous-goods-transport-regs)help us better understand some of the best practices direct from the DOT.

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/ibcsandthedot)

## [4 Signs Why a Rental Fleet Is The Right Choice](https://metanousa.com/blog/4-signs-rental-fleet-is-the-right-choice)

- Posted: August 12, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

There is no doubt IBC tanks are the best choice when it comes to storing and transporting your liquid goods. For many manufacturers, production levels can ebb and flow, which can make the job of planning and procuring your IBC tanks a real challenge. Is it a better investment to purchase your IBC tanks or is preserving  capital more of a necessity?  We can help you take the guesswork out of managing this important asset with the right planning tools,[such as our IBC Rental Guide](https://metanousa.com/benefits-of-renting-stainless-steel-ibc-containers-free-guide).  Metano can ensure that you have the tanks you need, when you need them; here are 4 quick signs why a rental fleet may be the right choice for you.

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/4-signs-rental-fleet-is-the-right-choice)

## [The 101 on IBCs: Everything You Need To Know About Intermediate Bulk Containers](https://metanousa.com/blog/101-on-ibcs)

- Posted: July 27, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

#### Stainless steel totes or poly tanks? 350-gallons or 550-gallons? What are the DOT restrictions?

Ultimately, your container selection will depend on the type (and quantity) of liquid you need to move and how often you plan to move it. Need to move paint resins to a long-term client?  [Stainless steel tote tanks](https://www.metanousa.com/stainless-steel-ibc-tote-tanks) are the way to go. But for a one-time transport of agricultural pesticides, [poly tanks](https://www.metanousa.com/poly-tanks-ibcs) might be the better fit. [The IBC shipping pros at Metano](https://metanousa.com/contact-us#_ga=2.170071136.1115974919.1595266035-683341904.1595266034) can help you find the right container in the correct size for your application. 

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/101-on-ibcs)

## [Dump the Drums: Reduce Costs with IBC Totes](https://metanousa.com/blog/dump-the-drums-reduce-costs-with-ibc-totes)

- Posted: June 22, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

Traditional methods of moving and storing liquids rely on standard 55-gallon round drums, an antiquated practice that has been [proven](https://www.marketresearchblog.org/2019/12/17/remarkable-need-for-stainless-steel-ibcs-offers-a-plethora-of-prospects-in-the-ibc-rental-business/)to be less efficient and not nearly as cost effective as using stainless steel IBC tote tanks, or intermediate bulk contains (IBCs). With their ability to reduce cost via their decades of useful life, provide valuable practical storage capacities, and lower liabilities, IBCs are the modern way to ship liquids in a newer, better way.

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/dump-the-drums-reduce-costs-with-ibc-totes)

## [Stainless Steel IBC Lid Installation Guidelines](https://metanousa.com/blog/lid-installation-guidelines)

- Posted: April 13, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

Properly installing the lid on a stainless steel tote tank is crucial to ensuring the tote functions properly and safely. It is important when the stainless steel IBC leaves the shipper’s facility that the lid is installed correctly in order to comply with The Department of Transportation title 49 CFR 178.2. There are two main components to installing the lid on a tote. First the gasket must be  installed properly, and then the clamp ring must be tightened to 30 ft-lbs to comply with UN/DOT specifications.

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/lid-installation-guidelines)

## [Bottom Outlet on Stainless Steel IBCs](https://metanousa.com/blog/ss-ibc-bottom-outlet)

- Posted: March 9, 2020
- By: [Tom Wilkins](https://metanousa.com/blog/author/tom-wilkins)

   

One of the many [benefits](https://metanousa.com/blog/5-questions-about-the-stainless-steel-tote-tank-bottom-outlet) of using stainless steel IBCs is that the product can be easily discharged out the bottom of the tote. Every stainless steel tote tank is going to have a bottom outlet assembly. The standard diameter for the outlet assembly is 2”. Our stainless steel tote tanks have a sloped bottom that allows the product to flow freely to the bottom outlet with the use of gravity. This allows for nearly complete product discharge and eliminates 99.5% of product residual in the tank. There are several common questions customers have related to the outlet of the tanks.

[CONTINUE READING...](https://metanousa.com/blog/ss-ibc-bottom-outlet)

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