711 Jorie Boulevard, Suite 101 North Oak Brook, Illinois 60523 USA 630-573-2555 800-654-7707 Fax: 630-573-2570 E-mail: milestone@superior-carriers.com

The Industry's Most Comprehensive Tote Services

For over a decade, Milestone has set industry standards for excellence in servicing Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC's). Headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, Milestone is dedicated to the maintenance and management of tote fleets for leading national and international companies. Milestone is a recognized innovator in all aspects of IBC services, from our specialized cleaning systems and chemical analyses to comprehensive container management and leasing programs.

From cleaning to Total Tote™ management... service packages designed with your needs in mind!

Milestone's custom-developed programs allow you to purchase only the services your company requires. Milestone's experienced staff delivers these services with the expertise and cost-effectiveness of a dedicated third-party service provider.

Whether you simply need cleaning or Milestone's Total Tote™ management, Milestone will keep your distribution process running smoothly and problem-free. Milestone's commitment to the highest quality service is reflected in its policies and procedures, as well as a long history of customer satisfaction.

Environmentally friendly cleaning methods (methylene chloride free and compliant) Established hazmat collection and handling procedures Registered waste water treatment facilities Cleaning laboratory for sample testing Documented receiving / flow procedures Documented quality control program

Service & Maintenance Programs

Internal / External Decontamination

Designed and dedicated exclusively for IBC operations, the automated Milestone wash systems and procedures are at the cutting edge of cleaning technology. Milestone excells at "tough" cleans where others have failed. This includes the most difficult of adhesives, industrial coatings, resins and paints.

DOT / UN Certified Testing

Milestone provides complete compliance with mandated DOT / UN recertifications for your IBC fleet, including certified conversion. Milestone prepares and maintains all documents, and stores copies of all records for the mandatory seven years.

Total Tote™ Reconditioning

Show your customers you care about their business! Your container is your representative at your customer's site, and the impression it makes reflects on your company. Milestone's unique refurbishing system returns totes to "showroom new" condition, for a fraction of the price of a new tote. Services available for stainless steel, poly composite, aluminum and carbon steel containers.

Before	After

Expert IBC Repair

From gasket replacement to welding, Milestone puts your out-of-service totes back over the road. You'll minimize your downtime and maximize your profitability.

Tote and Accessory Resource

Long term relationships with major IBC manufacturers make Milestone your tote and accessory connection. New and refurbished IBC's are available to keep your fleet up to date.

Management Programs

Recertification Management Program

A complimentary service to all Milestone customers, Milestone's database tracks your IBC fleet and provides you with quarterly updates on your fleet's recertification requirements. It's one more way Milestone keeps your fleet updated and on the move!

Total Tote™ Management / Leasing Program

This extensive program is the most advanced, customized IBC fleet tracking and management in industry. Each tailored to meet specific needs of your customer processing methods. Milestone will provide containers (or transfer ownership if you have an existing fleet), clean, maintain, recertify, store, dispatch, manage issue reports about entire fleet. No special operation outside our service parameters. Larger customers may take advantage break bulk international shipping operations.

Total Tote™ Management Program for Private Fleets

Let Milestone handle the day-to-day challenges of operating your tote fleet! With the same services as the above leasing program, you can maintain ownership of your capital investment while maximizing its productivity. You will free storage space at your facility while increasing turnaround. Services may be added or omitted based on the specific requirements of your company. Inquire how Milestone can design a program that best suits your needs!

Stages of Milestone's IBC reconditioning process.