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Educational content to help you make informed decisions about IBC totes, maintenance, and best practices.

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Buying Guide

The Complete Guide to IBC Tote Selection

Choosing the right IBC tote for your application requires understanding the different types, materials, and grades available. This guide covers everything you need to know.

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Maintenance

How to Properly Clean and Maintain IBC Totes

Regular cleaning and maintenance can significantly extend the life of your IBC containers. Learn the best practices for keeping your totes in top condition.

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Education4 min read

Understanding IBC Tote Grades: A, B, and C Explained

What's the difference between Grade A, B, and C IBC totes? This article breaks down the grading system and helps you choose the right grade for your needs.

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Industry Guide6 min read

Food-Grade IBC Totes: What You Need to Know

Using IBC totes for food products requires special considerations. Learn about FDA requirements, proper handling, and best practices for food-grade storage.

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Safety4 min read

Safe Stacking and Storage of IBC Containers

Proper stacking and storage is essential for safety and space optimization. This guide covers maximum stack heights, surface requirements, and securing methods.

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Sustainability5 min read

The Environmental Benefits of IBC Recycling

Learn how recycling IBC totes helps reduce landfill waste, conserve resources, and support sustainable business practices.

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Maintenance6 min read

Common IBC Tote Repairs and When to Replace

Know when to repair your IBC totes and when it's time to replace them. This guide covers common issues and cost-effective solutions.

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Technical5 min read

IBC Tote Valve Types and Selection Guide

Ball valves, butterfly valves, cam-lock fittings - understanding valve types helps you choose the right configuration for your application.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers about using our guides, downloads, and education

How often do you update the resources and guides?

We publish new guides regularly and refresh existing content when regulations, pricing, or best practices change.

Can I download checklists or templates from this page?

Yes. Many resources include downloadable PDFs or checklists. If you need a specific format, let us know and we can share it.

Are the recommendations specific to Southern California regulations?

Where applicable we note local requirements, especially around transportation and environmental rules in California.

Do you cover both new and reconditioned IBC totes?

Our resources span the full lifecycle-buying new or used totes, maintenance, repairs, recycling, and safe handling.

Can I share these guides with my team or customers?

Absolutely. You are welcome to share or print the guides for internal training or customer education with credit to Los Angeles IBC.

How can I request a topic that is not listed?

Send us a message with your question or topic idea. We regularly add content based on customer requests.

Do you have safety and compliance checklists?

Yes. We provide checklists for inspection, cleaning, and transport readiness. Reach out if you need a tailored version for your operation.

Are there tutorials on valve types and adapters?

We include explainer articles on valve sizes, thread types, and adapter selection so you can connect totes to your systems correctly.

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Do you provide bilingual resources?

Key guides can be provided in Spanish on request. Contact us if you need translated materials for your team.

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