Stainless Steel Tanks: Fire Safety Advantages

I had an interesting conversation with a chemical distributor last week about fire safety and stainless steel tanks. While IBC safety is important in all industries, it is particularly critical when storing and moving high-risk, flammable chemicals, including materials used in Packaging Groups I and II. Because even a “small” compromise to the integrity of a tank can lead to a disastrous pool fire. 

Did you know that stainless steel tanks are virtually unaffected by fire?

Check out our fire safety videos to see a demonstration of how stainless steel tanks resist flames for over 7 minutes without any impact to the tote. Yet under the same testing conditions, poly-composite tanks are compromised in just 90 seconds. 

At Metano, we’re committed to helping you identify the right IBC for your application to minimize the risk of fire and other hazards. We can help you review your manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), or even provided a list of stainless steel tank handling tips. 

Have questions on fire compatibility? Just ask the IBC tote specialists!