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A guide to buying the right cardboard boxes
Cardboard boxes are among the most commonly-used type of packaging because they are convenient, affordable and durable. However, it is not as simple as choosing

The different types of drums and their benefits
Drums are a fantastic way of storing and transporting several different types of materials and resources. They are used widely across industries including waste management,

Are fibre drums sturdy?
Fibre drums are a low-cost, environment-friendly way to store or ship a huge range of products or materials, from hazardous waste to various foodstuffs. They are durable,

What can you use fibre drums for?
Fibre drums are an excellent choice if you’re looking for a versatile storage container. These storage cylinders are kind to the environment, cost-effective and incredibly light

What is the difference between a reconditioned and a rebottled IBC?
Intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) are reusable. This is one of the reasons why they can be such a cost-effective method for storing and transporting bulk

Which substances can you store in an IBC?
WHAT IS AN IBC? The intermediate bulk container (IBC) is an industrial-grade, reusable container that is pallet-mounted. It is ideal for storing and transporting liquids

Drum or IBC: Which is easier for storage?
Drum or IBC: Which is easier for storage? 06 APRIL 2020 When it comes to storing large quantities of items such as chemicals, there is

Are reconditioned IBCs safe?
Reconditioned intermediate bulk containers are previously-used containers that have been professionally cleaned for reuse. A vital factor is what materials these IBCs contained previously. Therefore, to ensure

Coronavirus Update
We hope you are all well and managing your business and personal life in this c UPDATE 20th April 2020: We are still operating as normal,

Coronavirus
UPDATE 24th March 2020: We are still operating as normal, within Government Guidelines, due to the supply of products to critical businesses. We hope you are

Happy 7th Birthday
This month marks our 7th Birthday and everyone here at ITP Packaging is proud of the work we have achieved over the years, especially during

UV IBC Covers recently added
Just over a month ago we added UV IBC Covers to our catalogue following a request from a customer. In just a few weeks the

Our Carbon Neutral Plan
A vast number of the products we supply can help our customers reduce their carbon footprint which we are proud to be part of. However,

A guide to materials
There are a number of different materials used to produce our products which will be briefly explained on each product page. In addition to this,

A guide to measuring polythene thickness
The thickness of our polythene products is measured in microns (mu) as standard throughout our site. However, although this is the standard ITP Packaging use,
- Why is cardboard used for packaging? 16/04/2021
- What is an IBC water tank? 16/04/2021
- How to reduce Protective Packaging costs 16/04/2021
- How to Safely Handle and Store Oil Barrels 26/03/2021
- How to Protect Your IBC From UV Damage 26/03/2021
- Is Plastic Packaging bad for the environment? 26/03/2021
- How to choose the right packaging materials 18/02/2021
- Why choose ITP Packaging as your steel drum supplier? 18/02/2021
- How to clean chemicals out of plastic barrels 17/02/2021
- Packaging for the Manufacturing Industry 02/02/2021
- What should you consider when transporting liquid? 22/01/2021
- Is a cardboard shipping barrel suitable for my product? 22/01/2021
- What Are the Key Industries That Require Protective Packaging? 15/12/2020
- What is a UN Rated Drum? 15/12/2020
- Are steel drums food grade? 18/11/2020
- Are empty oil drums hazardous waste? 18/11/2020
- What are the different types of Food Grade plastic? 17/11/2020
- Everything you need to know about reconditioned steel drums 17/11/2020
- The Impact of Covid-19 on the Packaging Industry 15/11/2020
- Covid-19 November Lockdown Update 04/11/2020
- A Guide to Steel Drums 23/10/2020
- Is Polyethylene Plastic Safe for Diesel Fuel Storage? 23/10/2020
- How do you repair a damaged plastic barrel? 25/09/2020
- The Importance of Protective Packaging in Transport 23/09/2020
- How heavy is an empty intermediate bulk container? 17/09/2020
- How long will water stay fresh in a plastic drum? 09/09/2020
- The history of blue plastic drums 21/08/2020
- Can you store fuel in a plastic drum? 21/08/2020
- How do you safely dispose of plastic barrels? 21/08/2020
- Why is industrial packaging important? 21/08/2020
- ITP Packaging on the move 21/08/2020
- What substances can you store in a plastic drum? 21/07/2020
- A guide to transporting hazardous chemicals 21/07/2020
- Plastic drums for the food industry 21/07/2020
- What is the difference between an open-head and tight-head plastic drum? 19/06/2020
- A guide to industrial packaging 19/06/2020
- Double wall cardboard boxes: Uses and design guide 19/06/2020
- The different types of drum liners: which should you choose? 19/06/2020
- What is food grade plastic? 08/06/2020
- Using IBCs for water tanks: What do you need to know? 03/06/2020
- What are the different types of packaging materials? 03/06/2020
- How to reduce packaging waste in manufacturing 03/06/2020
- What is an IBC? 03/06/2020
- What can you store in plastic barrels? 03/06/2020
- What are the different types of IBC covers? 15/05/2020
- A guide to buying the right cardboard boxes 15/05/2020
- The different types of drums and their benefits 15/05/2020
- Are fibre drums sturdy? 29/04/2020
- What can you use fibre drums for? 28/04/2020
- What is the difference between a reconditioned and a rebottled IBC? 06/04/2020
- Which substances can you store in an IBC? 06/04/2020
- Drum or IBC: Which is easier for storage? 06/04/2020
- Are reconditioned IBCs safe? 06/04/2020
- Coronavirus Update 25/03/2020
- Coronavirus 19/03/2020
- Happy 7th Birthday 24/01/2020
- UV IBC Covers recently added 08/07/2019
- Our Carbon Neutral Plan 10/05/2019
- A guide to materials 02/04/2019
- A guide to measuring polythene thickness 24/02/2019
- New product range now available 30/01/2019
- ETI Base Code 16/01/2019
- ITP Online Store Launch 02/01/2019