Reconditioned IBCs

Sustainable Solutions Our reconditioned IBCs promote sustainable operations by extending container life and reducing the demand for new plastic and steel. Professionally cleaned and fully refurbished, they help lower your environmental impact while meeting UK and EU standards for bulk liquid storage, hazardous goods transport, and responsible material reuse—without compromising performance, reliability, or compliance.
	Cost Effective Reconditioned IBC containers offer significant cost savings without sacrificing quality. Each unit undergoes a full cleaning, inspection, and leak test, with key components like caps and valves replaced as needed. Their stackable design maximises storage and transport efficiency, while robust construction reduces downtime, breakage, and replacement needs—making them a smart, budget-friendly alternative to buying new.
Certified Safety & Technical Assurance Every IBC is reconditioned under ISO 9001-certified procedures and tested for structural integrity and leak resistance. UN-certified for transporting hazardous and non-hazardous liquids, each container features a high-density polyethylene bottle in a galvanised steel cage. Tamper-evident seals and optional UV-resistant white bottles are available, ensuring reliable compliance for a wide range of industrial applications.
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What Are Reconditioned IBC Containers?

Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) are industrial-grade containers designed for transporting and storing large volumes of liquids. They usually hold 1,000 litres, but some can be bigger or smaller. These include hazardous materials like chemicals or non-hazardous substances such as water or food ingredients. 

A reconditioned IBC is one that’s been used before but has been cleaned, checked, and refurbished for safe use again. This involves cleaning it with chemicals, testing it to make sure it doesn’t leak, and checking it carefully to make sure it’s good enough for what it will be used for. 

These secondhand IBCs work just as well as new ones, but cost much less. Reconditioned IBC containers are robust and can save businesses 40-60% compared to new containers.

Let’s look at why more and more businesses, from chemical makers to food companies and farms, are choosing to use these reconditioned IBC tanks.

Applications of Reconditioned IBC Containers

Reconditioned IBC tanks are used in many different industries, showing how versatile and reliable they are:

• Chemical Storage: UN-approved ones are great for dangerous liquids, like strong chemicals and solvents. They’re built tough and have safety features for storing potentially dangerous stuff.
• Food and Beverage: Rebottled IBCs are clean enough for food, good for storing ingredients, flavours, and even finished products. The new inner bottle makes sure there’s no contamination from what was in it before.
• Agriculture: Used for collecting water, storing fertiliser, or watering crops. They’re tough enough to use outside on farms, where they might be in harsh weather.
• Spill Containment: Important for managing leaks and spills, reconditioned IBCs can be part of systems to contain spills, helping businesses follow environmental rules and keep their workplaces safe.

The Reconditioning Process

Fixing up IBCs involves several steps to make sure they’re safe and reliable:

1. Cleaning: The inside is cleaned really well to remove all leftovers. This often uses high-pressure washing and special cleaning stuff to make sure it’s completely clean.
2. Pressure Testing: Each IBC is tested for leaks and to make sure it’s strong. This usually means filling it with water and putting pressure on it to find any weak spots.
3. Inspection: A final check makes sure it meets industry standards. This includes looking for damage, making sure all parts work (like valves), and checking that all labels are correct and easy to read.

This process makes sure that reconditioned IBC containers are good enough for even the toughest jobs. To learn more about how liquids are safely moved in these containers, check out our guide on how to transport liquids.

Safety

Safety is really important when using IBCs, especially for dangerous materials. Here are some key things to remember:

• Always use UN-approved containers for dangerous substances: This makes sure you’re following international rules for moving dangerous goods and reduces the risk of accidents.
• Check IBCs regularly for damage or wear: Set up a routine to check them often so you can catch any problems early and prevent leaks or failures.
• Follow proper labelling and documentation procedures: Accurate labels are crucial for safety and following regulations, especially when dealing with dangerous materials.
• Make sure staff are trained in handling and emergency procedures: Proper training can prevent accidents and ensure quick, effective responses if there’s a spill or other problem.

For more information on safely transporting chemicals, read our article on how chemicals are transported safely.

Why Choose Recontainers Direct?

Whether you’re handling dangerous materials, food-grade liquids, or farm products, there’s a reconditioned IBC that can meet your specific needs. 

At Recontainers Direct, we ensure that used IBC containers for sale undergo stringent quality checks to give you reliable, cost-effective storage solutions for your business needs.

From reconditioned IBC containers to rebottled options, our products deliver the performance you expect at a fraction of the cost.