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Airtight Storage Bin w/Spout & Measuring Cup [Grain Storage]

Airtight storage container with spout and measuring cup.

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🍚 Rice container with measuring cup and pour spout, making every pouring neat and clean.
🍚 Cereal container with BPA Free plastic, safe for food storage like flour, rice, nuts, beans, snack, cereal, pet food storage etc.
🍚 Cereal dispenser, airtight container design with 2 silicone seal, keep your food dry & safe from insects, rats or other pests, Measuring cup need screw on over the pour spout.
🍚 Cereal storage container,small and convenient fit your refrigerator and pantry organization.
🍚 Rice dispenser, enough to store 2KG of rice, perfect for your rice cooker.

Use for grain, DME, ingredient storage and more.

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IRIS Nesting 12.75 Quart Airtight Storage Container [Grain Storage]

10 lb Airtight Container by IRIS USA, Inc

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Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 10-lbs dog food, 8-lbs cat food, 15-lbs of bird seed or 18-lbs cat litter
Made in the USA with BPA-free material
Dimensions: 11.6″D x 9.1″W x 12.4″H and inside dimensions is 9.5 x 7.8 x 12.0 inches

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As of this posting, Iris’ website shows this [item 300555] as 12.75 Quarts or 3.1 gallons. My rule of thumb on grain storage is 5 lbs per gallon. With that estimate, this should hold about 15.5 lbs of unmilled grain. That’s a rough estimate, actual capacity will vary.

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container [16 Gallon, ~50 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container. Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. Wheels for easy transport. BPA free.

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Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 50-lbs dog food or 40-lbs cat food
Includes 4 wheels for easy mobility
Dimensions: 18.7 inch D x 15.7 inch W x 21.4 inch H, Inside: 16.5 x 13.5 x 18.75 Inches
Made in the USA with BPA-free material

This has a 50 lb rating. That rating is for pet food. This is model #300585. According to the manufacturer’s specs for this model number this has a capacity of 65 quarts. My rule of thumb for unmilled grain storage is about 5 lbs per gallon. 65 quarts is 16.25 gallons. At an estimate of 5 lbs per gallon, you could store about 81.25 lbs in this container. That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary.

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IRIS Nesting 12.75 Quart Airtight Storage Container [Grain Storage]

10 lb Airtight Container by IRIS USA, Inc

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Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 10-lbs dog food, 8-lbs cat food, 15-lbs of bird seed or 18-lbs cat litter
Made in the USA with BPA-free material
Dimensions: 11.6″D x 9.1″W x 12.4″H and inside dimensions is 9.5 x 7.8 x 12.0 inches

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container, 69 Quarts w/casters [~80 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container

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FOOD FOR ALL: For your cats, dogs, birds, and more. Store your cute family member's dry foods into sealable and portable pet food container. 69 Qt size food storage container is great for storing 54 Lbs of dry food
AIRTIGHT CONTAINER: Ensure your pet's food stays fresh with airtight seals and snap-lock latches, keeping moisture and humidity out. Lock in the freshness of dry food and treats while maintaining a neat and organized food storage area.
ROLL IT AROUND: The storage bins come with attachable casters, so you have the option to have them off or on. Store it on a shelf or attach the wheel to roll it from the storage area to your dog or cat bowl
CLEAR CONTAINER BODY: The translucent body allows you to check the food level in just one glance. Quickly check the remaining amount before you head to the pet store.
DIMENSIONS: 17.9 x 15.0 x 22.2 Inches (without casters: 21.88"H)

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Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. BPA free material. Lid features airtight seals. Casters so you can move as needed.

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This has a stated capacity of 69 quarts. 69 quarts = 17.25 gallons. My rule of thumb for grain storage for unmiled malt is 5 lbs per gallon. At that rate this would hold about 86.25 lbs of grain. That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary.

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Get Food Grade Buckets for Cheap – or FREE – use for fermenters and grain storage

Bucket photo courtesy of MoreBeer – Search MoreBeer for “Bucket” – For illustrative purposes, I’m not suggesting that you buy this. Read the tip below.

Why Buckets?

Buckets are super handy around your home brewery and beyond. Potential Uses: Convert to a Fermenter, Convert to a Mash Tun, Grain Storage, lugging around stuff on brew day, general storage, use to help with cleaning and sanitation.

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House Naturals 5 Gallon Plastic Bucket Pail Food Grade with Blue Screw on Lid(Pack of 3) Made in USA pails

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container, 69 Quarts w/casters [~80 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container

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FOOD FOR ALL: For your cats, dogs, birds, and more. Store your cute family member's dry foods into sealable and portable pet food container. 69 Qt size food storage container is great for storing 54 Lbs of dry food
AIRTIGHT CONTAINER: Ensure your pet's food stays fresh with airtight seals and snap-lock latches, keeping moisture and humidity out. Lock in the freshness of dry food and treats while maintaining a neat and organized food storage area.
ROLL IT AROUND: The storage bins come with attachable casters, so you have the option to have them off or on. Store it on a shelf or attach the wheel to roll it from the storage area to your dog or cat bowl
CLEAR CONTAINER BODY: The translucent body allows you to check the food level in just one glance. Quickly check the remaining amount before you head to the pet store.
DIMENSIONS: 17.9 x 15.0 x 22.2 Inches (without casters: 21.88"H)

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Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. BPA free material. Lid features airtight seals. Casters so you can move as needed.

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Homebrew Storage Options! – Base Grain, Specialty Grain and DME

When it comes to storing grain and DME, we’re concerned about keeping ingredients fresh minimizing oxygen and moisture exposure. We’re also interest in keeping Grain and DME away from possible pests. Beyond that convenient access and efficient use of space are issues to consider. This post also includes some tips and general sizing guidelines.

Buckets for Grain Storage – Pros and Cons

Pictured: Food Grade Buckets via Amazon

Buckets are one of the most basic and popular options out there and for good reason. They are generally easy to source, well made and cheap. Food safe options are also easy to find.

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Grain Storage Capacity Estimations

My rule of thumb for grain storage capacity is about 5 lbs per gallon for unmilled malt storage. That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary. A 5 gallon bucket holds about 25 lbs Two buckets = a 50 lb bag. Two 6 gallon buckets would comfortably hold a 55 lb bag.

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IRIS Airtight Container [~40 lb Capacity Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Container. Clear sides so you can see what’s inside. Casters to help you move it around.

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Airtight seals keep out moisture Humidity & pests
32.5 quart capacity: Stores up to 25-Pounds of dry pet food
Dimensions: 14.57″L x 13.77″W x 17.25″H
Translucent bodies made of BPA free and FDA Compliant material
Wide top access for easy scooping and cleaning

This has a stated capacity of 32.5 quarts. 32.5 quarts = 8.125 gallons. My rule of thumb for unmilled grain storage is 5 lbs per gallon. At that rate this would hold about 40.6 lbs of grain. That’s a rough estimate based on an assumed size, actual storage capacity will vary.

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Related: Find the Best Deal on Sacks of Malt – Tips, Tricks & Sources

Also: Storage Options – Base Grain, Specialty Grain and DME

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Van Ness 25 lb Capacity Storage Container [Grain Storage]

Van Ness Pet Food Container

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Ideal for pet owners who want to store 25-pounds of pet food
Fresh-tite seal ensures your pet’s food will stay fresh longer reducing spoilage due to pests and moisture
Made from united states food and drug administration approved plastic for food contact

Use to store base and specialty grain and more. Translucent sides so you can see what’s inside and wheels for easily moving around

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Van Ness 25 lb Capacity Storage Container [Grain Storage]

Van Ness Pet Food Container

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Ideal for pet owners who want to store 25-pounds of pet food
Fresh-tite seal ensures your pet’s food will stay fresh longer reducing spoilage due to pests and moisture
Made from united states food and drug administration approved plastic for food contact

Use to store base and specialty grain and more. Translucent sides so you can see what’s inside and wheels for easily moving around

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IRIS Nesting 12.75 Quart Airtight Storage Container [Grain Storage]

10 lb Airtight Container by IRIS USA, Inc

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Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 10-lbs dog food, 8-lbs cat food, 15-lbs of bird seed or 18-lbs cat litter
Made in the USA with BPA-free material
Dimensions: 11.6″D x 9.1″W x 12.4″H and inside dimensions is 9.5 x 7.8 x 12.0 inches

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container, 69 Quarts w/casters [~80 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container

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FOOD FOR ALL: For your cats, dogs, birds, and more. Store your cute family member's dry foods into sealable and portable pet food container. 69 Qt size food storage container is great for storing 54 Lbs of dry food
AIRTIGHT CONTAINER: Ensure your pet's food stays fresh with airtight seals and snap-lock latches, keeping moisture and humidity out. Lock in the freshness of dry food and treats while maintaining a neat and organized food storage area.
ROLL IT AROUND: The storage bins come with attachable casters, so you have the option to have them off or on. Store it on a shelf or attach the wheel to roll it from the storage area to your dog or cat bowl
CLEAR CONTAINER BODY: The translucent body allows you to check the food level in just one glance. Quickly check the remaining amount before you head to the pet store.
DIMENSIONS: 17.9 x 15.0 x 22.2 Inches (without casters: 21.88"H)

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Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. BPA free material. Lid features airtight seals. Casters so you can move as needed.

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container with Casters [~80 lb Grain Storage Capacity]

Airtight Storage Container by IRIS

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FOOD FOR ALL: For your cats, dogs, birds, and more. Store your pet's dry foods into sealable and portable pet food container. 67 Qt size food storage container is great for storing around 58 Lb of dry food (capacity depends on the kind of food you store)
AIRTIGHT CONTAINER: Ensure your pet's food stays fresh with our airtight seals and snap-lock latches, keeping moisture and humidity out. Lock in the freshness of dry food and treats, maintaining a neat and organized food storage area.
ROLL IT AROUND: The storage bins come with attachable casters, so you have the option to have them off or on. Store it on a shelf or attach the wheel to roll it from the storage area to your dog or cat bowl
DIFFERENT SIZES & COLORS: Check out the different size and color containers to store your cute friend's kibbles, pellets, seeds, and treats. Made in USA and BPA free
DIMENSIONS:19.25"L x 14.63"W x 23.44"H (without casters 21.88"H)

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I’ve seen the capacity of this container described a couple different ways. 67 quarts and 55 lbs.

My rule of thumb for grain storage is 5 lbs per gallon. 67 quarts = 16.75 gallons. At 5 lbs per gallon that’s… 83.75 lbs of grain storage. This is an estimate. It should easily hold a full 50 to 55 lb bag of grain with room to spare. These are estimates.

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Also: All Grain Tips & Gear | Storage Options – Base Grain, Specialty Grain and DME

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container [~68 lb Grain Capacity]

IRIS airtight storage container. Airtight seal. Made of BPA free material. Wide opening for easy access. Includes wheels/casters. Translucent sides so you can see contents.

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Premium airtight plastic food container features an airtight seal and snap lock latch to keep moisture, humidity and pests out.
Airtight storage bins are tapered so they’re easy to clean and scoop food from.
Airtight containers for food hold up to 45 pounds of dry pet food.
BPA free rolling dry food storage bin includes casters for easy mobility.
Dimensions (LxWxH)-Entire Unit- 18.5 x 13.6 x 22.9 Inches. Inside- 15.75 x 12.25 x 19 Inches

The 42 model has a stated capacity of… 42 lbs. That’s an estimate for pet food. According to specs on the manufacture’s website model #300662 has a capacity of 55 quarts. 55 quarts = 13.75 gallons. My rule of thumb for unmilled grain storage is 5 lbs per gallon. At that rate this would hold about 68.75 lbs of grain. That’s a rough estimate, actual storage capacity will vary.

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container [16 Gallon, ~50 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container. Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. Wheels for easy transport. BPA free.

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Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 50-lbs dog food or 40-lbs cat food
Includes 4 wheels for easy mobility
Dimensions: 18.7 inch D x 15.7 inch W x 21.4 inch H, Inside: 16.5 x 13.5 x 18.75 Inches
Made in the USA with BPA-free material

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container [16 Gallon, ~50 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container. Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. Wheels for easy transport. BPA free.

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Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 50-lbs dog food or 40-lbs cat food
Includes 4 wheels for easy mobility
Dimensions: 18.7 inch D x 15.7 inch W x 21.4 inch H, Inside: 16.5 x 13.5 x 18.75 Inches
Made in the USA with BPA-free material

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container [~50 lb+ Grain Storage Capacity]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container. Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. Wheels for easy transport. BPA free. Made in the USA.

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Airtight pet food container is the ideal solution for storing dog or cat food, other pet food, and more
Pet food bins have airtight seals and snap lock latches to keep out moisture and pests for secure dry food storage
Slim plastic container design fits into tight spaces
BPA free rolling storage bins come with casters for easy mobility
Dimensions: 18.13″L x 10.63″W x 23.78″H
Age range description: All life stages

As of this posting, the product page for this container is listing it at 47 quarts. My rule of thumb for unmilled grain storage is about 5 lbs per gallon. 47 quarts is 11.75 gallons. At an estimate of 5 lbs per gallon, you could store about 58,74 lbs in this container. That’s a rough estimate, actual capacity will vary.

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container, 69 Quarts w/casters [~80 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container

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FOOD FOR ALL: For your cats, dogs, birds, and more. Store your cute family member's dry foods into sealable and portable pet food container. 69 Qt size food storage container is great for storing 54 Lbs of dry food
AIRTIGHT CONTAINER: Ensure your pet's food stays fresh with airtight seals and snap-lock latches, keeping moisture and humidity out. Lock in the freshness of dry food and treats while maintaining a neat and organized food storage area.
ROLL IT AROUND: The storage bins come with attachable casters, so you have the option to have them off or on. Store it on a shelf or attach the wheel to roll it from the storage area to your dog or cat bowl
CLEAR CONTAINER BODY: The translucent body allows you to check the food level in just one glance. Quickly check the remaining amount before you head to the pet store.
DIMENSIONS: 17.9 x 15.0 x 22.2 Inches (without casters: 21.88"H)

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Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. BPA free material. Lid features airtight seals. Casters so you can move as needed.

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IRIS Airtight Storage Container [16 Gallon, ~50 lbs+ Grain Storage]

IRIS Airtight Storage Container. Translucent body means you can see what’s inside. Wheels for easy transport. BPA free.

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From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:

Airtight seal and snap lock latch keep out moisture, humidity, and pests
Tapered container makes it easy to scoop out pet food
Holds up to 50-lbs dog food or 40-lbs cat food
Includes 4 wheels for easy mobility
Dimensions: 18.7 inch D x 15.7 inch W x 21.4 inch H, Inside: 16.5 x 13.5 x 18.75 Inches
Made in the USA with BPA-free material

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