Handling IBC totes in cold weather

What freezing does to a tote and its contents, and simple ways to protect them.

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Water expands when it freezes, and that can damage valves and fittings. Many other products thicken in the cold, which makes them slow to drain.

Protecting totes

Drain water from valves and hoses when freezing weather is coming.
Store totes indoors or in a sheltered spot where possible.
Use insulation wraps or heaters made for IBCs, following the maker’s instructions.
Check the product’s data sheet for its storage temperature range.

Inspect the valve and bottle for cracks before relying on the tote again, and test with a small amount of water.