IBC transportation in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio.

Tote moves are available through partner suppliers in our network and the carriers they work with — for totes you buy, sell, or already own.

30-Second Form

Quote a move.

Fill in a few details — quantity, product type, the work you need done. A partner supplier follows up with you.

Typical vehicle options

Flatbed (48-ft): around 22 caged composite IBCs single-stacked. Common for larger loads.
Box truck (26-ft): a smaller number of IBCs, more if empties can be double-stacked. Common for local pickups.
Pickup with trailer: a handful of totes for small local runs.

Service area

Requests are matched with partner suppliers serving Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. Longer moves can often be handled by LTL or full-truckload carriers; include the origin and destination in your request.

What affects the price

Distance and lane — local moves are usually priced flat; longer moves by mileage.
Quantity — a full flatbed is usually cheapest per tote.
Loading and unloading — whether there's a dock or forklift at each end.
LTL (less than truckload) — typically priced per pallet position.

What can and can't be hauled

Empty totes — generally straightforward.
Totes containing water or food-grade content — usually fine.
Totes containing fertilizer, soap base, mild ag chemistry — often fine with paperwork.
Hazardous materials — not arranged through this site. Use a qualified hazmat carrier and check current regulations.

Rush moves

If you need a move quickly, say so in your request. Some suppliers can accommodate short-notice local pickups, usually for an extra charge.

Transportation — flatbeds and LTL

The long-form file.

Pickup and delivery of totes are available through partner suppliers, either with their own vehicles or via freight carriers. Here's how to think about the options.

Deep dive

The detail behind the surface.

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When LTL, when a dedicated truck

For small quantities, less-than-truckload (LTL) freight is often cheaper. For larger loads, a dedicated flatbed or box truck can become more economical, and it usually means fewer handlings — which matters for empty totes, whose cages can be damaged in transit.

The crossover point depends on distance, tote count and whether totes are empty or full. Partner suppliers quote pickup or delivery as part of their reply.

If your timeline is flexible, say so — a supplier may be able to combine your move with other work in the area.

FAQ

Quick answers.

01When is LTL cheaper than a dedicated truck?

Usually for smaller quantities. The crossover depends on distance and tote count, so suppliers include delivery options in their quotes.

02How many totes fit on a truck?

It depends on the truck, tote height, and whether totes are empty (and can be stacked) or loaded. Ask the supplier for specifics.

03Who handles the transport?

The partner supplier you choose, using its own vehicles or a freight carrier. This site doesn't operate trucks.

04Can totes I bought elsewhere be moved?

You can request it. Some partner suppliers move totes for customers; include pickup and drop-off locations in your request.

05Can my move be combined with another to save cost?

Sometimes. Mention a flexible timeline in your request and suppliers can tell you whether it helps.