Our Story
From a small recycling yard in Nashville to a nationwide force in sustainable IBC solutions — this is how ABC IBC became the trusted name in giving industrial containers a second life.
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Born in Nashville, Built on Purpose
ABC IBC was founded in Nashville, Tennessee, with a straightforward idea: used IBC tanks deserve better than the landfill. What started as a small operation — buying surplus intermediate bulk containers from local manufacturers and giving them a thorough cleaning — quickly revealed a massive, overlooked opportunity in the industrial supply chain.
Our founders saw firsthand how hundreds of perfectly functional IBC totes were being discarded after a single use. Chemical producers, food processing plants, and manufacturers across Middle Tennessee were throwing away tanks that still had years of service life left. That waste did not sit right with us. So we set up shop at 2417 Kline Ave, Nashville, TN 37211, rolled up our sleeves, and got to work.
From Local Roots to Nationwide Reach
In those early days, our operation was hands-on and hyper-local. We would drive out to factories and warehouses across Nashville, load up used IBC tanks, haul them back to our facility, clean and inspect every one, and resell them to businesses that needed affordable bulk liquid storage. Word spread fast. Our customers appreciated that they could get quality containers at a fraction of the cost of new ones — and they loved knowing their purchase kept another tank out of a landfill.
As demand grew, so did we. We invested in professional cleaning and reconditioning equipment, expanded our fleet of transport vehicles, and built partnerships with manufacturers, distributors, and recycling facilities across the Southeast. Before long, we were serving customers in every corner of the country. Today, ABC IBC is a nationwide provider of used, reconditioned, and recycled IBC totes, with the infrastructure to pick up, process, and deliver thousands of tanks per month.
Extend the Lifecycle of Every IBC Tank
Our mission is simple and unwavering: to extend the lifecycle of every IBC tank and reduce industrial waste. Every tote we recondition, every container we recycle, and every pickup we schedule moves the needle toward a more sustainable industrial economy. We believe that responsible resource management is not just good for the environment — it is good for business.
Our Core Values
Sustainability
Every decision we make is filtered through an environmental lens. From optimizing our transport routes to minimize fuel consumption, to recovering up to 98% of materials from end-of-life tanks, sustainability is not a marketing buzzword for us — it is the foundation of everything we do. We track our environmental impact rigorously and hold ourselves accountable to reducing waste year over year.
Quality
A used IBC tank from ABC IBC is not just “used” — it is inspected, pressure-tested, cleaned, and certified. We hold our reconditioned totes to the same performance standards as brand-new containers. Our multi-point inspection process ensures every tank that leaves our facility is ready for reliable service, whether it is storing water, chemicals, or food-grade liquids.
Integrity
We believe in honest, transparent business. Every quote we give is fair. Every tank we sell is accurately graded. Every promise we make is one we keep. Our customers return to us because they know they can trust what we say — about pricing, about condition, about timelines. In an industry where quality can vary wildly, we stake our reputation on consistency and honesty.
Customer Service
Behind every order is a real person with real needs — and we treat every interaction that way. Whether you need a single tote for a backyard rain collection system or a fleet of 500 reconditioned tanks for a manufacturing line, you get the same attentive, knowledgeable service. Our team is here to guide you to the right product, at the right price, delivered on your schedule.
Our Journey
Key moments that shaped ABC IBC into the company we are today.
Founded in Nashville, TN
ABC IBC opens its doors at 2417 Kline Ave, Nashville, TN 37211. Starting with a small team, a single truck, and a commitment to reducing IBC waste, we begin collecting used tanks from local manufacturers and cleaning them for resale.
First 1,000 Tanks Recycled
We hit our first major milestone — 1,000 IBC tanks recycled and reconditioned. This achievement validates our model and proves that there is strong demand for quality used IBC totes at fair prices. We reinvest in industrial-grade cleaning equipment and expand our inspection protocols.
Expansion Across the Southeast
Demand from farms, chemical distributors, and food processing plants pushes us beyond Nashville. We build a regional pickup and delivery network spanning Tennessee, Kentucky, Alabama, Georgia, and the Carolinas. Our fleet grows to multiple trucks running routes daily.
Nationwide Service Launched
ABC IBC goes coast to coast. Through strategic logistics partnerships and an expanded transportation network, we now pick up and deliver IBC totes to customers in all 50 states. Volume processing capabilities increase to thousands of tanks per month.
50,000+ Tanks Diverted from Landfills
We surpass 50,000 IBC tanks recycled and reconditioned, preventing an estimated 12,000 tons of CO2 emissions and recovering millions of pounds of reusable plastic and steel. Our material recovery rate reaches 98%, setting an industry benchmark for responsible IBC processing.
Building the Future of IBC Sustainability
Today, ABC IBC continues to grow our capabilities, invest in cleaner processing technology, and expand our service offerings — from custom IBC modifications for rain harvesting and aquaponics to a full line of replacement parts and accessories. Our goal remains unchanged: every IBC tank deserves a second life.
Comprehensive IBC Solutions
Our story is built on the services we provide. Explore what ABC IBC can do for your business.
Buy & Sell Totes
Quality used and reconditioned IBC tanks at competitive prices. We also purchase your surplus totes.
View ProductsCleaning & Reconditioning
Professional triple-rinse cleaning and full reconditioning to restore totes to like-new condition.
Learn MoreRecycling & Pickup
End-of-life IBC tanks are dismantled and recycled. We recover up to 98% of materials from every tote.
Our ProcessReady to Work with a Team That Cares?
Whether you need to buy, sell, recycle, or transport IBC totes, ABC IBC is here to help. Join thousands of businesses that trust us for sustainable, cost-effective IBC solutions.