Our Oklahoma roots
We started as a small farm-chemical tote recycler and grew into a statewide IBC exchange with a focus on reuse.
Built on practical reuse.
In 2009 we began washing and rehabbing totes for a handful of agricultural customers in Tulsa County. Today, our fleet supports food, chemical, and manufacturing partners across the state.
Milestones
Our timeline includes new recovery programs, water-reuse systems, and safety certifications.
View the milestone timelineOur mission
Keeping containers in circulation
Our mission is simple: extend the useful life of IBC totes through professional reconditioning and responsible recycling. We believe that industrial packaging should be reused, not discarded.
Environmental commitment
Every tote we recondition represents approximately 150 lbs of plastic and steel diverted from landfills. Our closed-loop model creates real environmental impact.
Diverted annually
Material recovery
Values that guide the work
Keep totes in circulation
We prioritize repairs and reconditioning before recycling. A tote that can be safely reused is always better than one that gets dismantled. Our grading system ensures that usable containers find new homes.
Clear documentation
Cleaning and inspection records follow every tote we sell. We believe customers deserve complete information about container history, prior contents, and reconditioning process.
Secure handling
OSHA- and DOT-aligned workflows keep your team protected. We follow established protocols for chemical handling, transport, and workplace safety.
Consistent standards
Every tote we sell meets our documented quality standards. We inspect, clean, and test containers to ensure they perform as expected for your application.
Customer-first approach
We answer phones, return calls promptly, and follow through on commitments. Our business is built on relationships with Oklahoma companies who count on us.
Local investment
We hire locally, buy from Oklahoma suppliers when possible, and support local recycling infrastructure. Our success is tied to the health of Oklahoma's industrial community.
Facility highlights
Our Tulsa yard includes segregated storage, controlled wash bays, and staging zones for faster outbound loading.
Regional partnerships
We work with Oklahoma recyclers and haulers to keep materials local.
Yard snapshots
Our growth story
Foundation
Started with a single flatbed truck and relationships with local farmers needing help managing surplus chemical totes. Initial focus on agricultural containers in Tulsa County.
First facility
Opened our first dedicated yard with cleaning capability. Added pressure washing equipment and began offering reconditioned totes alongside basic recovery services.
Food-grade certification
Invested in steam cleaning and sanitization equipment. Achieved food-grade certification to serve beverage and food processing customers.
Fleet expansion
Added dedicated delivery trucks and expanded pickup routes to cover all of Oklahoma. Began serving customers in neighboring states.
Water recycling system
Installed closed-loop water recycling for wash operations. Reduced water consumption by 70% and improved environmental footprint.
Current facility
Relocated to expanded facility at 4631 West 61st St S in Tulsa. Doubled storage capacity and added covered inspection bays.
Detailed timeline
| Year | Milestone | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Company founded | Began serving agricultural customers in Tulsa County |
| 2010 | First recurring customer | Established weekly pickup schedule with local manufacturer |
| 2012 | First dedicated facility | Opened yard with pressure washing capability |
| 2013 | Added repair services | Began offering valve replacement and cage repair |
| 2015 | Food-grade certification | Expanded into food and beverage market |
| 2016 | OKC route established | Extended service to Oklahoma City metro |
| 2017 | Fleet expansion | Added two dedicated delivery trucks |
| 2018 | Recycling partnerships | Formalized relationships with Oklahoma recyclers |
| 2020 | Water recycling system | Reduced water consumption 70% |
| 2021 | Extended service area | Began serving Arkansas, Texas, Kansas |
| 2023 | New facility | Relocated to 4631 West 61st St S, Tulsa |
| 2024 | 10,000 totes milestone | Surpassed 10,000 totes processed annually |
By the numbers
Industry experience
Totes handled annually
Active customer accounts
Service coverage area
Operational milestones
Processing capacity
Our facility can process 50+ totes per day through the full reconditioning cycle including cleaning, inspection, repair, and documentation.
Transportation fleet
Our fleet includes flatbed trucks, box trucks, and pickup vehicles for flexible service across our coverage area.
Inventory capacity
Our yard can hold 500+ totes in organized staging areas, segregated by grade and prior contents for efficient order fulfillment.
Our team
Oklahoma IBC Totes is a family-owned operation with deep roots in Oklahoma's industrial community. Our team combines decades of experience in logistics, manufacturing, and environmental services.
Core team
Our facility
Tulsa headquarters
Our main facility is located at 4631 West 61st St S in Tulsa. Convenient access from I-44 and Highway 75 makes pickup and delivery efficient throughout the region.
Wash and repair shop
Our enclosed shop handles cleaning, repair, and reconditioning operations. Climate control allows year-round processing regardless of weather.
Inventory yard
Our secure yard provides organized storage for incoming, in-process, and ready-to-ship inventory. Fenced perimeter with controlled access.
Community involvement
Industrial training programs
We partner with local technical colleges to provide hands-on training in logistics and industrial packaging. Internship opportunities available for students.
Recycling education
Regular presentations to business groups about sustainable packaging practices. Free consultations for companies starting recycling programs.
Oklahoma business support
Active member of Tulsa Regional Chamber. Prioritize partnerships with Oklahoma-based suppliers and service providers.
Certifications and compliance
Industry standards
We maintain compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Documentation capabilities
Our documentation systems support customer compliance and audit requirements.
Looking ahead
Future plans
We continue to invest in capabilities that serve Oklahoma's industrial community.
Our commitment
As we grow, we remain committed to the values that built this business: quality service, fair pricing, and environmental responsibility. Oklahoma businesses can count on us for years to come.
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