Some are used to tutting at health and safety laws, viewing them as finger-wagging and micromanagement that has started dominating our lives, from the workplace to just walking down the high street. But in industries where the hazards and dangers are very much real, health and safety regulation is necessary and enforced. 

Any business or manufacturer that uses hazardous liquids in some way will understand the caution that must be exercised. Not only are there potentially massive dangers for staff, but the environment and local wildlife will suffer profoundly if hazardous waste and liquid isn’t treated with, and disposed of, with care. 

To get some insight into the right apples, the fermentation process and what container you'll need, read our post on the Real Cider blog and join in the conversation here.

We have been supplying stainless steel IBCs to the food and drink industry for many years now and we realise that each individual company and product requires a unique container. Therefore, we decided not only to sell the standard models for different industries, but to also offer tailor-made IBCs.

For the first time in 5 years, beer sales are reportedly on the rise. Cheap alcohol deals available in supermarkets, and the introduction of the smoking ban in 2007, have made drinking in pubs increasingly unpopular over the years, with numbers decreasing since 2009.

Stainless steel is quite literally everywhere, from buildings to product packaging and from storage containers to kitchen utensils; the material’s possibilities are endless. Due to its marvellous material properties, stainless steel has formed a fundamental part of our everyday lives from construction to transportation and household appliances

Christmas is a fond memory, and 2015 is in full swing with spring is almost upon us; but that doesn’t mean the icy weather has left us just yet! Accidents caused by slips and trips are never higher than during the winter and autumn months. This is due to a number of reasons; such as the lack of daylight, fallen leaves and icy roads/pavements. When ice and snow builds up on pathways it can make the simple task of walking extremely precautious and dangerous. What can your business do about it?

A lot of industries use IBC containers for oils, paints, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, paints, resins and food and beverages. However, more and more people have found really smart ideas for IBC containers.

It is not always easy to know which IBC container to order. There are many different type of IBC containers and then you have to choose from 3 different type of pallets. Here are a couple of tips that might help you making the right decision.

Bunds are there to protect the workplace but also the environment in general. If you have oil product or dangerous goods such as acids or chemicals, you have to protect the workplace but also the ground you work on for the environment. This is of course for you own safety but also required by EU law.