Used bins for sale: bulk storage and handling solutions for powders and solids

Explore in-stock used, secondhand and surplus bins from IPP for clean and efficient containment

Save time and money with IPP’s ready-to-ship bins for manufacturing, blending, and storage operations

When your process requires safe, efficient handling and temporary storage of bulk solids, powders, or granular materials, industrial bins offer flexible, reliable solutions. With over 47 years of process equipment expertise, IPP delivers immediate access to a wide selection of used bins, all sourced from 20 complete plant sites and included in our inventory of over 15,000 ready-to-ship pieces of equipment. Choosing used bins from IPP helps companies reduce capital costs, accelerate timelines, and ensure dependable material handling.

Industrial bins are essential in manufacturing, processing, and packaging operations for storing, transporting, and staging bulk materials. They are available in numerous configurations—stackable, mobile, hopper-bottom, and discharge-ready—to meet the needs of specific industries and processes.

Primary uses across industries

• In chemical manufacturing, bins store powders, catalysts, and intermediate materials before further processing.
• In pharmaceutical production, sanitary bins stage raw materials and finished powders in cleanroom environments.
• In food and beverage processing, bins hold ingredients, flavorings, and bulk solids ready for batching and blending.
• In agriculture, bins store seeds, grains, and feed products for easy handling and transport.
• In plastics and resins, bins manage pellets and powders for molding and extrusion processes.

Types of materials processed

• Free-flowing powders and granules
• Sticky or cohesive materials requiring hopper discharge
• Food-grade and pharmaceutical powders requiring sanitary storage
• Recycled or regrind materials for manufacturing reuse

Common materials of construction

Bins are constructed based on the type of material handled and regulatory requirements:

• Stainless steel for sanitary, food-grade, and pharmaceutical applications
• Carbon steel for general industrial storage
• Aluminum for lightweight material handling
• Polyethylene or polypropylene for corrosive or specialty materials

Key features of industrial bins

• Stackable and mobile options for efficient use of space
• Hopper-bottom designs for easy discharge and metering
• Sanitary finishes for food, beverage, and pharmaceutical operations
• Heavy-duty designs for abrasive or dense materials
• Options for lids, valves, and discharge fittings to match process needs