Overview
In 1946, TOTE® Systems invented the first bulk container—and an entire industry was born. What started as a simple plywood bin to handle flour in Seattle, Washington evolved into the global standard for Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) technology. Today, all IBC producers are descendants of that original TOTE® design, and the worldwide standards for size and configuration were established by our engineering.
TOTE® Systems is your domestic manufacturer and single source for stainless steel tote bins, blenders, discharge stations, bin lifts, wash stations, and complete material handling systems. Our equipment serves manufacturers requiring absolute containment in sanitary environments, including major industrial, food, pharmaceutical, chemical, nutraceutical, and aerospace producers such as Nestlé, Kraft, Pfizer, and DuPont.
We specialize in FDA-compliant and cGMP-certified solutions built from high-grade 304 and 316L stainless steel with TIG welds and food/pharma-safe finishes. Every bin can be customized for volume, outlet size, discharge method, lift height, and application-specific needs.
Our comprehensive product line includes Premier Line Bins, Valu Line Bins, Side Door Bins, Industrial Blenders, Discharge Stations, Bin Lifts, Tilt Discharge Systems, Wash Stations, and Liquid IBC Tanks. We also offer tote refurbishment services, replacement parts, and engineering services to support installations worldwide.
With nearly 80 years of experience, TOTE® Systems delivers American-engineered reliability that scales with your operation—from GMP-compliant tote bin systems to custom container lifts designed for your specific process requirements.
