The Mid-Atlantic's leader for industrial container recycling and reconditioning
Tote & Drum Reconditioning Services
At Kelly Drums, we believe sustainability starts with smart container management. Our tote and drum reconditioning services are designed to help manufacturers and industrial businesses reduce waste, lower costs, and support long-term environmental goals. Reconditioning is more than just reuse. It's a reliable, cost-effective solution that keeps valuable materials in circulation and out of landfills.
Hassle-Free Pickup and Reconditioning for Totes and Drums
From scheduling to processing, our team handles every step so you don’t have to. Whether you’re dealing with steel drums, plastic drums, or IBC totes, we ensure each unit is picked up, evaluated, and reconditioned or recycled using the most sustainable and compliant methods available.
Drum Reconditioning Services
Our drum reconditioning process restores usable steel, poly, and fiber drums to safe, compliant condition. Each container is thoroughly inspected, cleaned, and processed to meet strict industry standards. Drums that pass inspection are reconditioned for reuse; others are responsibly recycled or destroyed.
Reconditioned drums require significantly less energy to produce than new drums (up to 60% less) and help keep millions of pounds of material out of landfills each year. For manufacturers and industrial businesses, drum reconditioning is a smart way to reduce costs, conserve resources, and stay compliant.
Tote Reconditioning Services
Tote reconditioning offers the same sustainability benefits, especially for businesses that depend on intermediate bulk containers. At our facility, every IBC tote is carefully evaluated and cleaned. If structurally sound, it’s reconditioned and prepared for safe reuse. Damaged totes are recycled or destroyed as needed.
This closed-loop approach to tote reconditioning supports your operation’s environmental goals while helping you avoid the high costs of purchasing new containers.
Optional Destruction Services
For businesses that require added security or liability protection, we offer full destruction services. Drums and totes are rigorously cleaned, shredded, and ground into raw material, rendering them unusable. We also provide complete documentation upon request, so you have proof for audits or internal compliance needs.
Additional Support Services
Hazardous Waste Handling:
We accept HAZ totes and drums that meet RCRA empty definitions. All residual waste is removed and disposed of at certified facilities.
Recycling Consulting:
If we can’t recondition or recycle an item at our facility, we’ll help you find a responsible alternative solution through our consulting services.
Data & Reporting:
Need year-end recycling data or administrative tracking? We’ll provide the reporting and documentation you need for compliance and internal recordkeeping.
Why Work With Patrick Kelly Drums?
Environmental Leadership
We don’t just recondition containers. We reduce waste at every level. Our facility diverts millions of pounds of drums and totes from landfills every year while minimizing energy use and emissions.
Professional Service, Every Time
Our experienced team ensures every container is processed safely and efficiently. We take pride in delivering consistent results backed by regulatory knowledge and environmental responsibility.
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Clear Scheduling and Straightforward Service
Whether you need routine tote reconditioning, large-scale drum reconditioning, or a one-time pickup, we offer flexible timelines and responsive communication from quote to completion.
Request Your Drum or Tote Reconditioning Quote Today
.Let Patrick Kelly Drums simplify your container management. Whether you’re looking to recondition used drums, refurbish IBC totes, or better align your waste practices with sustainability goals, our team is here to help.
Contact us today to request a quote or speak with our specialists about your reconditioning needs.
8000 National Highway
Pennsauken, NJ 08110
Additional Services:
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IBC Tote and Drum Pickup and Recycling: We provide convenient and cost-effective IBC tote and drum pickup services, ensuring that your used containers are transported to our state-of-the-art recycling facility for responsible disposal.
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IBC Tote and Drum Destruction: For clients with specific liability concerns, we provide a comprehensive destruction service. This involves rigorously washing, shredding, and grinding the containers into a recyclable raw material, rendering them unusable for any future purpose.
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Hazardous Waste Management: We are able to take in HAZ Drums and Totes, as long as they are RCRA Empty (all wastes have been removed using commonly employed practices and no more than 1 inch of residue remains). All waste residue is properly captured and disposed of offsite. All operational processes at Kelly Drums have a large focus on reducing materials to Landfills and keeping the environmental impact to a bare minimum.
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Recycling Consulting: We can take in steel/poly/fiber drums, gaylord boxes, and IBC totes. If you have items that we cannot take in, our service team can help find avenues for disposal. We also offer End of Year recycling reports and any other administrative data you would like to us track/collect.
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Sustainability:
We divert millions of pounds of drums from landfills annually, giving them a renewed life instead of contributing to waste disposal. Our reconditioning process is designed to be energy-efficient, reducing energy consumption by up to 60% compared to manufacturing new drums.
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Quality & Standards
We adhere to strict quality control procedures, ensuring that every reconditioned drum meets industry standards for strength, integrity, and safety. We are certified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a hazardous waste generator, demonstrating our commitment to environmental compliance and responsible handling of hazardous materials.
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Convenient and Cost-Effective:
Patrick Kelly Drums strives to make drum reconditioning a convenient and seamless process for our customers. We offer convenient and cost-effective drum pickup services, eliminating the hassle of transporting your drums to our facility.
The Sustainability Promise.
At Patrick Kelly Drums, we are committed to minimizing our environmental impact and promoting sustainable practices in all aspects of our business. We continuously invest in innovative technologies and processes to optimize our operations and reduce our carbon footprint. We also actively engage with our community and industry partners to promote sustainable waste management practices.