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Safety Trash Cans for Oily Waste


Style A	Style B	Style C	Style D

For temporary storage of oil- and solvent-soaked towels and brushes, these containers protect flammable contents from potential fire sources and spontaneous combustion.

Styles C and D—Styles C and D have a raised ventilated bottom to promote air circulation and heat dispersion.

	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Lid Type	Message	Certification	Features	Choose a Color		Each
Plastic



	A	6	13 1/2"	16"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved	—	Red, Yellow	40655T11	000000


	A	10	18"	18"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved	—	Red, Yellow	40655T12	000000
	A	14	18"	21"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved	—	Red, Yellow	40655T13	000000


	Steel



			B	2	10"	9 1/2"	Flip Up	Empty Every Night	FM Approved	—	Red, Yellow	4045T7	00000


			C	6	12"	16"	Flip Up	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T51	00000
			C	10	14"	18 1/2"	Flip Up	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T52	00000
			C	14	16"	20 1/2"	Flip Up	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T53	000000
			C	21	18 1/2"	23 1/2"	Flip Up	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T54	000000
			D	6	12"	16"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T61	00000
			D	10	14"	18 1/2"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T62	000000
			D	14	16"	20 1/2"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T63	000000
			D	21	18 1/2"	23 1/2"	Step Open	Empty Every Night	FM Approved, UL Listed	Raised Bottom	Red, Yellow	4070T64	000000

Safety Cans


Style A	Style B	Style C	Style D

Style E	Style F	Style G

Also known as Type I safety cans, these have a single opening for both filling and pouring. Safety cans are a safer choice than fuel cans for storing flammable liquids. They have a spring-loaded, self-closing lid; pressure-relief cap; and a flame arrester.

Powder-Coated Steel


Style A	Style B	Style C	Rigid Plastic Pour Spout	Flexible Steel Pour Spout

Powder-coated steel cans are for petroleum-based liquids.

Color—Color-coding typically indicates usage: red for gasoline, yellow for diesel, blue for kerosene, and green for other liquids.

Cans										Rigid Plastic Pour Spouts		Flexible Steel Pour Spouts
Style	Cap.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Certification	Flammability Rating	Choose a Color		Each		Each		Each
A	16 fl. oz.	4 1/2"	6 3/4"	7/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	4290T11	0000000	———	0	———	0
A	32 fl. oz.	4 1/2"	8 1/4"	7/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	4290T12	000000	———	0	———	0
B	64 fl. oz.	9"	5 1/4"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1926.152	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T37	00000	———	0	———	0
C	1 gal.	9 1/2"	11"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T5	00000	4290T36	000000	4290T35	000000
C	2 gal.	9 1/2"	13 3/4"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T151	00000	4290T36	00000	4290T35	00000
C	2 1/2 gal.	11 3/4"	11 1/2"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T181	00000	4290T36	00000	4290T35	00000
C	5 gal.	12 1/2"	16 1/2"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T171	00000	4290T36	00000	4290T35	00000

316 Stainless Steel


Style D	Style E

Stainless steel cans are corrosion resistant and often used with liquids such as acetone, ether, toluene, and xylene.

Style E—Style E have a steel rim at the base for added support.

Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Certification	Flammability Rating		Each
D	1	—	8"	4 3/4"	13"	1 1/2"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1926.152	4291T19	0000000
E	2 1/2	11 1/4"	—	—	9 3/4"	1 1/2"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1926.152	4291T21	000000
E	5	11 1/4"	—	—	16"	1 1/2"	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1926.152	4291T22	000000

Polyethylene


Style F	Style G

Polyethylene cans won't rust, dent, or pit and are for chemicals and corrosives.

Color—Color-coding typically indicates usage: red for gasoline, yellow for diesel, blue for kerosene, and green for other liquids.

Style	Cap.	Dia.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Certification	Color
F	64 fl. oz.	—	7 3/4"	4 3/4"	9 1/2"	1 5/8"	FM Approved	Red	4479T21
F	1 gal.	—	7 3/4"	4 3/4"	12 3/4"	1 5/8"	FM Approved	Red	4479T22
G	2 1/2 gal.	10 3/4"	—	—	14 1/4"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, FM Approved	Red	3994T18
G	5 gal.	12 3/4"	—	—	16"	1 5/8"	UL Listed, FM Approved	Red	3994T19

Safety Cans with Faucet

A self-closing faucet provides controlled, one-handed dispensing of flammable liquids. These safety cans also have a flame arrester and a self-closing pressure-relief cap.

Powder-Coated Steel

Powder-coated steel cans are for petroleum-based liquids.

				Faucet
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Material	Outlet Thread Size	Outlet Thread Type	Seal Material	Certification	Flammability Rating	Color		Each
5	11 3/4"	17"	1 1/2"	Brass	13/16"-27	UNS	PTFE	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	9890T11	0000000

316 Stainless Steel

Stainless steel cans are corrosion resistant and often used with liquids such as acetone, ether, toluene, and xylene.

				Faucet
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Material	Outlet Thread Size	Outlet Thread Type	Seal Material	Certification	Flammability Rating		Each
5	11 1/4"	16"	1 1/2"	316 Stainless Steel	7/8"-27	UNS	PTFE	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1926.152	9890T12	0000000

Polyethylene

Polyethylene cans are for chemicals and corrosives.

				Faucet
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Material	Outlet Thread Size	Outlet Thread Type	Seal Material	Certification	Flammability Rating	Color		Each
5	13 1/2"	17"	1 1/2"	Brass	1/2"-20	UNF	PTFE	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	9890T13	0000000

Sharps Disposal Containers


Style A	Style B	Style C

Style D	Style E	Style F

Dispose of razor blades and other sharp objects with these single-use, sealable containers. They are also known as sharps containers and are puncture resistant. Not for landfill disposal.

Plastic


Style A	Style B	Style C

Style D	Style E	Style F

Style A—Style A has two ties for attaching to posts, forklift cages, and more.

Styles D and F—Styles D-F are leak resistant. The exterior can be sterilized with steam.

Biohazard—Biohazard containers can also be used for needles.

									Mounting
Style	Cap.	Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	Slot Lg.	Message	Color	Autoclavable	Location	Hardware Included	Includes		Each
A	—	6 1/4"	3 1/2"	3 1/2"	1"	Blank	Yellow	No	Post	—	Two Ties	70885A73	00000
B	—	6 1/4"	3 1/2"	3 1/2"	1"	Blank	Yellow	No	Wall	Yes	—	70885A78	00000
C	—	7"	5 1/2"	8 1/2"	—	Blank	Yellow	No	—	—	—	70885A67	00000
D	32 fl. oz.	6 1/4"	4 1/2"	4 1/4"	—	Biohazard	Red	Yes	—	—	—	39955T41	0000
E	2 gal.	10"	10 1/2"	7 1/4"	—	Biohazard	Red	Yes	—	—	—	39955T51	0000
F	8 gal.	17 3/4"	15 1/2"	11"	—	Biohazard	Red	Yes	—	—	—	39955T61	00000

Steel Pails with Flame Arrester

Mix and store noncorrosive flammable liquids, such as paints and lacquers. This pail has a flame arrester to protect against outside ignition and a grounding tab to reduce static electricity buildup.

						Lid
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Bottom ID	Color	Ga.	Type	Material	Seal Material	Autoclavable	Lock Type	For Max. Shackle Dia.	Features		Each







			Powder-Coated Steel

			5	15"	16"	11 1/4"	Red	24	Tight Fitting	Powder-Coated Steel	Cork Rubber	No	Padlockable	5/16"	Grounding Tab	1572N11	0000000

Safety Cans for Nonflammable Acids and Corrosives Disposal

Store leftover hazardous liquids until they can be properly discarded. Made of plastic to resist harsh acids and corrosives, this safety disposal can has a self-closing cap to prevent spills and a trigger handle to empty contents with one hand.

Plastic

Image of Product. Front orientation. Safety Cans. Safety Cans for Nonflammable Acids and Corrosives Disposal.

Cap., gal.	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Fill Opening OD	Graduations	Color		Each
1	7 3/4"	4 3/4"	12 3/4"	1 1/2"	1 qt./1 gal./1 L	Semi-Clear White	8989T11	000000

Push-Top Dispensers for Flammable Liquids


Powder-Coated Steel	Opaque Polyethylene

Dispense flammable liquids with these FM-approved push-top dispensers. Excess liquid drains back into the dispenser through a mesh flame-arrester plate.

	Dia.	Ht.	Dish Dia.	Color	Pump Material	Certification		Each
Powder-Coated Steel



	16 fl. oz.	4 7/8"	5 1/4"	2 3/4"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4301T4	000000


	32 fl. oz.	7 1/4"	5 5/8"	5"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4301T1	00000
	64 fl. oz.	7 1/4"	7 3/8"	5"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4301T2	00000
	1 gal.	7 1/4"	10 1/2"	5"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4301T3	000000


	Opaque Polyethylene



			32 fl. oz.	5 1/4"	9 3/4"	5 1/4"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4487T76	000000


			64 fl. oz.	6 1/2"	11"	5 1/4"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4487T77	000000
			1 gal.	7 3/4"	13"	5 1/4"	Red	Brass	FM Approved	4487T78	000000

Safety Cans for Flammable Liquids Disposal

Store leftover hazardous liquids until they can be properly discarded. The spring-loaded, self-closing cap on these cans automatically vents to relieve excess vapor pressure, and a flame arrester protects against outside ignition.

316 Stainless Steel

Image of Product. Front orientation. Safety Cans. Safety Cans for Flammable Liquids Disposal.

316 stainless steel cans are for liquids such as acetone, alcohol, ether, toluene, and xylene.

Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening OD	Certification		Each
2 1/2	11 1/4"	12"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	4103T11	0000000
5	11 1/4"	18"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	4103T12	000000

Plastic

Plastic cans are for aggressive chemicals and corrosives.

Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening OD	Certification	Flammability Rating	Color		Each
2	12"	14 3/4"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	4103T23	0000000
2	12"	14 3/4"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	White	4103T27	000000
5	12"	20"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	4103T16	000000
5	12"	20"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	White	4103T28	000000

Galvanized Steel

Galvanized steel cans are for petroleum-based liquids.

Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening OD	Certification	Color		Each
2 1/2	11 1/4"	12"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	Red	4103T21	0000000
5	12 1/2"	18"	3 3/4"	FM Approved	Red	4103T22	000000

Disposable Trash Cans

Biohazard

Incinerator Carton

Shipped flat so you can keep plenty of extras on hand, these cardboard containers have a self-locking base for fast assembly.

Message	Cap., gal.	Wd.	Dp.	Ht.	Circumference	Material	Color	Includes		Each
Biohazard Incinerator Carton	14	12"	12"	27"	48"	Cardboard	White	Disposable Plastic Liner	40005T12	000000

Plastic Step Open Trash Cans

Style D

Open these plastic waste containers with your foot to discard trash without touching the lid. They help you comply with OSHA sanitation standards, which require storing waste that does not leak and keeps out rodents.

Style D—Style D waste containers are designed to temporarily store potential biohazards. They’re red in color, have a biohazard label, and won’t leak, so they’re consistent with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 requirements for exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

FM Approved—FM-approved waste containers prevent internal fires by restricting oxygen flow.

Style	Shape	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Circumference	Mobility	Message	For Use Outdoors	Material	Specs. Met	Certification	Lid Type	Color
D	Round	6	13 1/2"	16"	42"	Stationary	Biohazard	No	Plastic	OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1030	FM Approved	Step Open	Red	4334T74
D	Round	10	18"	18"	57"	Stationary	Biohazard	No	Plastic	OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1030	FM Approved	Step Open	Red	4334T75
D	Round	14	18"	21"	57"	Stationary	Biohazard	No	Plastic	OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.1030	FM Approved	Step Open	Red	4334T76

Safety Cans with Built-in Funnel for Flammable Liquids Disposal

Easily fill these cans through the detachable wide-mouth funnel, then remove the threaded plug to empty. A flame arrester protects against outside ignition.

Steel

Image of Product. Front orientation. Safety Cans. Safety Cans with Built-in Funnel for Flammable Liquids Disposal.

				Plug
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Funnel Material	Thread Type	Pipe Size	Certification	Color		Each
3	11 3/4"	12 1/4"	Zinc-Plated Steel	NPT	3/4	FM Approved	Red	9887T13	0000000
5	11 3/4"	16 3/4"	Zinc-Plated Steel	NPT	3/4	FM Approved	Red	9887T14	000000

Sharps Disposal Containers for Breakaway Blades

Slip worn blades into the side slot and safely break them off inside container. Dispose of container when full.

Plastic

Dia.	Ht.	Slot Lg.	Color	Autoclavable		Each
2 3/4"	1"	1 5/8"	Yellow	No	24525A3	00000

Safety Cans with Built-In Spout


Style A	Style B

Also known as Type II safety cans, these have two openings—one for filling, one for pouring. Safety cans are a safer choice than fuel cans for storing flammable liquids. They have a spring-loaded, self-closing lid; pressure-relief cap; flame arrester; and a vacuum-release valve for controlled pouring.

Powder-Coated Steel


Style A	Style B

Style B—Style B have a steel roll bar that protects the spout, handle, and trigger during transport.

Color—Color-coding typically indicates usage: red for gasoline, yellow for diesel, blue for kerosene, and green for other liquids.

Cans													Replacement Spouts
					Spout
Style	Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Lg.	OD	Flexibility	Certification	UN Shipping Std.	Choose a Color		Each		Each
A	1	9 1/2"	10 1/2"	1 1/2"	9"	5/8"	Flexible	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	—	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T31	0000000	4290T42	000000
A	2 1/2	11 1/2"	12"	1 1/2"	9"	5/8"	Flexible	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	—	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T53	000000	4290T42	00000
A	5	12 1/2"	15 3/4"	1 1/2"	9"	1"	Flexible	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	—	Red, Yellow, Blue, Green	4290T38	000000	4290T41	00000
B	2 1/2	11 3/4"	12"	1 1/2"	9"	5/8"	Flexible	FM Approved	UN1A1/Y1.2/100	Red	4290T56	000000	4290T42	00000
B	5	11 3/4"	17 1/2"	1 1/2"	9"	1"	Flexible	FM Approved	UN1A1/Y1.2/100	Red	4290T57	000000	4290T41	00000

Safety Cans with Stand

Tip cans down for controlled dispensing, then swing them back to their upright position. These cans have a pressure-relief cap with built-in vacuum-release valve for controlled pouring.

Polyethylene

Polyethylene cans are for chemicals and corrosives.

				Faucet				Base
Cap., gal.	Dia.	Ht.	Fill Opening Dia.	Material	Outlet Thread Size	Outlet Thread Type	Seal Material	Lg.	Wd.	Ht.	Material	Certification	Flammability Rating	Color		Each
5	13 1/2"	17"	1 1/2"	Brass	1/2"-20	UNF	PTFE	15 3/4"	15 3/4"	11 3/4"	Steel	FM Approved	NFPA 30, OSHA Compliant 29 CFR 1910.106	Red	4510T12	0000000

Sharps Disposal Containers for Scalpel Blades

Insert scalpel and then press the button to remove the blade. Holds 150-300 blades.

Plastic

Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	Color	Autoclavable		Each
2"	3"	1"	Blue	No	36325A14	00000

Bottle Carriers


Style A	Style B

Style C	Style D

Prevent drops and spills while you move glassware around your facility. The handle on these carriers is easier to grasp than the slippery sides of bottles and flasks and leaves your other hand free.

Style A—Style A have a centering ring at the base that keeps your bottle upright and reduces sloshing. Made of rubber, these carriers are lightweight and flexible. They won't sweat, even when holding cold liquid.

Style B—Style B have a flat lid that shields the top of your bottle. It also has a spout, so you don’t have to take the bottle out to pour liquids. The handle is made of durable steel wire with an epoxy coating to prevent corrosion.

Style C—Style C are designed to hold GL45 laboratory bottles. They fit around the bottle like a harness, with a collar that locks around the neck and straps around the body. The soft-sided handle is comfortable to grip with bare or gloved hands.

Style D—Style D have two halves that twist together to cover the surface of a bottle. They absorb shock from impacts and minimize breakage. A large, molded handle is easy to grip, so you can keep bottles steady while you pour the contents.

	Max. No. of Bottles	Dia.	Ht.	Overall Ht.	Material	Autoclavable	Temp. Range	Choose a Color		Each
Style A



	3 1/4"	1	4 1/2"	6 1/2"	10"	TPE	Yes	-50° F to 230° F	Red, Black	3439N2	000000


	6 1/2"	1	7 1/2"	10 1/2"	16"	TPE	Yes	-50° F to 230° F	Red, Black, White	3439N1	000000


	Style B



			5"	1	7 1/8"	12 1/2"	16"	Polyethylene	No	-55° F to 175° F	Semi-Clear White	3439N17	000000


			6"	1	8"	13 3/8"	18"	Polyethylene	No	-55° F to 175° F	Semi-Clear White	3439N18	000000


			Style C



					5 3/8"	1	5 3/8"	9"	12 1/4"	Nylon Fabric, Polypropylene	Yes	0° F to 250° F	Black and Yellow	3439N15	00000


					7 5/8"	1	7 5/8"	11 7/8"	15"	Nylon Fabric, Polypropylene	Yes	0° F to 250° F	Black and Yellow	3439N16	000000


					Style D



							6"	1	6 3/4"	14"	14"	Polyethylene	No	Not Rated	Semi-Clear White	3439N14	00000