Smiths of the Forest of Dean Ltd
Tank and drum experts - call in or order over the phone - 01594 833308.
We can do same day despatch on most
stocked products when you ring before 11am.
Registered with the Environment
Agency and members of the Federation of Small Businesses
IBCs and
Baffled Tanks
Best selling IBC Tanks - available both recycled and new. Scroll down to new Baffled Tanks.
These Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) are industrial standard
tanks suitable for a multitude of liquid storage uses.
Excellent stability for stacking. They are made from High
Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and the new ones are suitable
for
all classes of liquid foods. IBCs can be used as an Emergency
Tank for milk. If needed, we can provide details of its Statement of Conformity. Email or phone for a
copy.
Do you need
IBCs now? We can despatch or you can call in and collect.
IBCs are from stock and we hold stocks of both
new and recycled.
Please note that we source food grade recycled tanks and sometimes
they are difficult to come by,
so phone first to check stocks. Talk to
us to discuss your
needs on 01594 833308.
| Recycled IBC Tanks - ex food containers | ||||
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| Recycled
600 litre 132 gallon Temp out of stock |
Recycled 1000 litre /220 gal |
Reconditioned 1000 litre /220 gal |
Example of a
metal tap on an IBC tank |
Example of an
outlet on a recycled IBC. |
New IBC Tanks |
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| New
640 litre 141 gallon |
Hard-to-get 640 litres |
640 litre on back of truck |
Two
IBCs linked together - Fittings |
IBC Bunds
- protect your environment |
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| New
1000 litre 220 gallon |
New Black 1000 litre /220 gal |
Example of an IBC outlet |
This measures 60 mm |
This measures 100 mm. |
| To learn how to measure an IBC outlet, see our You Tube video | ||||
| Sample IBC Fittings | ||||
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| Taps | Adaptors | With hose lock | Bends and ball valve | Adaptors |
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| IBC cap and tap |
IBC with
T fitting and taps |
IBC hoselock for outlet tap |
IBC hoselocks for outlet taps |
IBC with hoselock |
| All IBCs are palletised with a galvanised steel cage. Recycled are food grade and sourced from known suppliers. Our reconditioned tanks are to an extremely high standard. Our new IBCS are excellent and comply with all necessary regulations. Ring before 11am for same day despatch or call in and collect. Check stocks on 01594 833308. | ||||
| Select your IBC Tank from these capacities. | ||||
| IBC Tank | Litres / Gallons | Height | Width | Length |
| Recycled White | 600 / 132 | 1.15m/3'9" | 0.8m/2'8" | 1.20m/3'11" |
| Recycled White | 1000 / 220 | 1.15m/3'9" | 1.02m/3'4" | 1.20m/3'11" |
| Reconditioned White | 1000 / 220 | 32.5cm/12.75" | 82.5cm/32.5" | 1.20m/3'11" |
| New White | 640 / 141 | 1.00m/3'3" | 0.80m/2'7" | 1.20m/3'11" |
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New White - Steel Pallet |
1000 / 200 | 1.15m/3'9" | 1.02m/3'4" | 1.20m/3'11" |
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New White - Black Plastic Pallet |
1000 / 220 | 1.15m/3'9" | 1.02m/3'4" | 1.20m/3'11" |
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New Black - Black Plastic Pallet |
1000 / 220 | 1.15m/3'9" | 1.02m/3'4" | 1.20m/3'11" |
| New White
- Large Lid |
1000 / 220 | 1.15m/3'9" | 1.02m/3'4" | 1.20m/3'11" |
| Comes with: | Comes complete with a tap. | |||
| Material: | New are manufactured from quality high density polyethylene - HDPE. | |||
| Certifications: | New have a manufacturer's warranty (subject to conditions)
Statement of Conformity available. |
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| Availability: | Stock items. Ready for collection or delivery. If collecting ring to confirm stock levels especially for recycled tanks as stocks fluctuate. | |||
| Optional extras: | Choice of taps and IBC adaptors, camlocks etc. See our
Fittings page. Tanks can be linked together. |
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| Prices and more information: | Give us a call on 01594 833308 and speak to an OFTEC trained adviser. Price List available. | |||
| Note: | Buy one or a lorry load. Quantity discounts available. | |||
| Capacities and dimensions are approximate. | ||||
Slim Jim Baffled Tanks - White and Black are made new from WRAS approved material*
These are quality UK manufactured Tanks - the white and black
versions are made from WRAS approved material*.
These tanks
are a practical choice for valeting companies and window cleaners.
Each tank comes with a vented lid
as
standard and a threaded nickel-plated brass outlet. They can be customised to your requirements
with the tap at any
height
and various size outlets. Tanks can
be linked together if needed.
Do you need it now? We can despatch or you
can call
in and pick one up. Most tanks from stock. Talk to
us to discuss the tank you
need on 01594 833308.
| Joey Tank - no baffle | ||||
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You can choose from green, white or black in most capacities. |
| 85 litres / 19 gallon | Nickel-plated outlet | Inside of a Vented Lid | No baffle in Joey Tank | Taps and gauges |
| 250 litre Baffled Tank - 1 baffle | ||||
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| 250 litre
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55 gallon |
Screw top lid | Upright or Lay
Flat |
With metal tap | White, green or black |
| 400 litre Baffled Tank - 2 baffles | ||||
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| 400 litre
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88 gallon |
Choice of
fittings |
Upright or Lay Flat | Lay Flat - screw top | White, green or black |
| 500 litre Baffled Tank - 1 baffle | ||||
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500 litre /
110 gallon |
Upright or Lay Flat | Screw top lid | See All-in on 500 ltr | 500 litre tank |
| 650 litre Baffled Tank - 2 baffles | ||||
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Tanks come with an 8 inch Vented Lid. Want your tap in a different place? Just let us know when you phone. |
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| 650 litre / 143 gallon | Variety
of outlets. |
A Hozelock tap | With a
metal tap |
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| 1000 litre Baffled Tank - 2 baffles | ||||
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11am for same day despatch or call in and collect. Check stocks on 01594 833308. |
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1000 litre/220 gallon . . |
Threaded
nickel- plated brass outlet - stainless available |
Made from WRAS
approved material . |
Stocks
of baffled tanks . |
See all dimensions in the table below. . |
| These tanks are baffled and come with a vented lid plus a threaded nickel-plated brass outlet. Want your tap at a different height? Just let us know when you phone as these tanks can be customised to your requirements e.g. overflow to drain or a different outlet size. Various taps and valves available - popular ones are shown. Tanks can be linked. Phone before 11am for same day despatch or call in and collect. Check stocks on 01594 833308. | ||||
| Select your tank from these capacities. | ||||
| Litres/ Gallons | Tanks - White (Wh) Green (Gr) Black (Bl) |
Height | Width | Length |
| 85 / 19 | White Joey | 50cm/19.75" | 31cm/12.25" | 60cm/23.75" |
| 250 / 55 | Upright - Wh, Gr or Bl | 82.5cm/32.5" | 32.5cm/12.75" | 1.1m/43.5" |
| Lay Flat - Wh,Gr or Bl | 32.5cm/12.75" | 82.5cm/32.5" | 1.1m/43.5" | |
| 400 / 88 | Upright - Wh, Gr or Bl | 1.01m/39.75" | 36cm/14.25" | 1,25m/49.75" |
| Lay Flat - Wh,Gr or Bl | 36cm/14.25" | 1.01m/39.75" | 1.25m/49.75" | |
| 500 / 110 | Upright - Wh, Gr or Bl | 92cm/36.25" | 62cm/24.5" | 1m/39.5" |
| Lay Flat - Wh or Bl | 62cm/24.5" | 92cm/36.25" | 1m/39.5" | |
| 650 / 143 | Upright - Wh,Gr or Bl | 1.01m/40" | 57.5cm/23" | 1.25m/49" |
| Lay Flat - Wh,Gr or Bl | 57.5cm/23" | 1.01m/40" | 1.25m/49" | |
| 1000 / 220 | Upright - White | 1.24m/49" | 59cm/23.25" | 1.59m/62.5" |
| Lay Flat - White |
59cm/23.25 | 1.24m/49" | 1.59m/62.5" | |
| Comes with: | Threaded nickel-plated brass outlet and Vented Lid. | |||
| Material: | New. Manufactured in UK from quality high grade polyethylene with moulded-in fittings. | |||
| Certifications: | White and Black Tanks are made from WRAS approved material | |||
| Manufacturer's warranty (subject to conditions) | ||||
| Availability: | Stock items. Ready for collection or delivery. If collecting ring to confirm stock levels. | |||
| Optional extras: | A
stainless steel threaded outlet can be fitted. You can have a tap positioned wherever you would like it. Give us a call to discuss or, send a drawing of where you would prefer it located. Choice of taps and float gauges. See our Fittings page. Tanks can be linked together. |
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| Prices and more information: | Give us a call on 01594 833308 and speak to an OFTEC trained adviser. Price List available. | |||
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Joey tank is not baffled. 2/ The White and Black Baffled Tanks are made from WRAS approved materials and are suitable for water and foodstuffs. |
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| *WRAS is a Water Regulation Advisory Scheme. Capacities and dimensions are approximate. | ||||
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IBC Tanks
Baffled Tanks
Stocks:
These are stock items.
Collection:
Available for collection from one of our Gloucestershire depots. If collecting ring to confirm Stock levels.
Delivery:
We can despatch nationwide to
most postcode areas.
Phone before 11am for same day despatch.
Need prices and information?
Ring and talk to an
experienced member
of staff.
Ready to buy?
Call in or phone
your order through.
Tel: 01594 833308
Email us:
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Address and location
Our stand at NEC Birmingham
Our drums and barrels have featured in films
and the theatre. See them in:
The Dark Knight and Atonement. Or on TV in BBCs
Waking the Dead and ITV's Primeval.
Theatre credits include West End Productions and Cirque du Soleil.
Latest - the up and coming movies Gambit, Jack the Giant
Killer, and World War Z