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How to Easily Separate Plastic Storage Bins? Few Useful Methods

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Plastic storage bins have a high prevalence rate because it’s light and tough, able to bear high weights while being able to stack. When many cases of storage cases are superimposed on top of one another, they stick closely together due to sealing and static electricity; hence, they are hardly separated. For the realization of the means, here are simple but practical means put together in an effort to separate the closely stacked plastic storage bins easily.

Why are Storage Bins Difficult to Separate?

Before separating storage bins, we need to understand the root cause of the problem:

  • Vacuum effect: Stacked storage bins may form a vacuum due to tight sealing, and the air pressure between the boxes is unbalanced, making it more difficult to separate.
  • Static adsorption: Plastic materials are prone to static electricity, which increases the friction between the boxes.
  • Material deformation: Long-term stacking may cause plastic deformation, making the boxes fit more tightly.

Practical Methods to Separate Plastic Storage Bins

Use the temperature difference between hot and cold water

  • Operation steps: Soak the outer part of the storage box in hot water, and pour cold water into the inner box at the same time. Hot water will expand the outer plastic, while cold water will shrink the inner plastic, making it easy to separate the boxes.
  • Note: Make sure the water temperature is moderate to avoid damaging the plastic box due to excessive temperature.

Use lubricant

  • Operation steps: Spray a small amount of lubricant (such as liquid soap, cooking oil or silicone oil) on the edges and contact surfaces of the storage box, then gently rotate and pull out the box.
  • Advantages: Lubricants can reduce friction, especially suitable for boxes with strong sealing.
  • Cleaning advice: Clean the box with clean water after use to ensure that there is no residual oil stains.

Shake or rotate separation method

  • Operation steps: Tilt the storage box, shake it up and down or left and right with force, and try to rotate the two boxes at the same time.
  • Applicable scenarios: Suitable for lighter plastic storage bins or boxes that have been stacked for a short time.

With the help of tools

  • Use rubber gloves: Wear rubber gloves to increase grip and use your hands to apply force from both sides to separate the boxes.
  • Use a flat-head screwdriver or plastic pry bar: Carefully insert the tool into the gap between the boxes and gently pry them open.
  • Pay attention to safety: avoid using sharp tools to avoid damaging the plastic surface or causing scratches.

Use a hair dryer to heat

  • Operation steps: Use a hair dryer to evenly heat the edges of the outer storage box to make it expand slightly, and then try to separate.
  • Scope of application: Suitable for small storage bins or plastic boxes with thinner materials.

Tips to Prevent Storage Bins from Getting Stuck

  • Add spacers before stacking: Place thin towels, plastic films or cardboard between the boxes to prevent vacuum effects and static adsorption.
  • Avoid excessive stacking: Long-term stacking may cause the box to deform. It is recommended to control the number and time of stacking.
  • Regular inspection and maintenance: Regularly clean the dust and dirt on the edges of the box to keep the storage box clean and dry to reduce the possibility of getting stuck.

Summary

Stacked plastic storage bins are not that difficult to separate. As long as you master the above methods and pay attention to some tips, you can easily solve it. In addition, taking some precautions before stacking can greatly reduce the number of stuck storage bins.

Lebo Plastics is committed to providing you with high-quality storage solutions. Our wholesale plastic storage bins are not only reasonably designed, but also pay special attention to detail optimization to reduce the problem of difficult-to-separate stacking. If you have the need to purchase or customize plastic storage bins, please feel free to contact us!

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Choose LEBO, we will be your reliable household plastic manufacturer partner. From design to finished product, we offer high-quality plasticware for you.

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