Steel Tote Boxes – Ontario Manufacturer
Heavy-Duty Welded Tote Boxes with Forklift Pockets
JT Fabrication manufactures heavy-duty steel tote boxes for industrial material handling across Ontario and beyond. Our welded steel totes are designed for scrap, parts, castings, forgings, waste, and bulk materials, with integrated forklift pockets for safe, efficient handling.
Whether you need a standard shop tote or an extreme-duty box for hot or dropped loads, our tote boxes are built to take real industrial abuse, not brochure abuse.
Industrial Applications
JT steel tote boxes are commonly used in:
Fabrication and machine shops
Foundries and forging operations
Construction and demolition sites
Steel mills and metal processors
Manufacturing plants and maintenance departments
Available in multiple wall thicknesses and capacities, with custom sizing available on request.
Duty Ratings and Construction Options
Standard Duty – 10 Gauge Steel
General-purpose use, light metals, waste, parts, and shop applications.
Heavy Duty – 3/16″ Plate
Construction debris, heavy steel parts, dense scrap, and industrial handling.
Extreme Duty – 1/4″ Plate
Severe service applications, dropped loads, and hot materials in foundries and forges.
All totes are fully welded steel construction, built in-house by experienced fabricators.
Quality Made in Ontario
Need Something Custom? We do that!
Popular Tote Box Options
Customize your tote box to suit your operation:
Forklift pockets (standard)
Heavy-duty casters in multiple sizes and styles
Drain valves and filter screens
Powder coating for corrosion resistance and durability
Colour of your choice
Stenciling for identification or asset tracking
Welded serial numbers
Custom lids and covers
Custom sizes and configurations
If you have a drawing, a sketch, or just an idea, we can build it.
Warranty
One-Year Warranty on Welding
We stand behind our workmanship. Every JT tote box is backed by a one-year weld warranty.
| MODEL | CAP | A | B | C | D | E | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JT-121212-10-TB | 1/30 Y | 16.625 | 16.625 | 12 | 14.5 | 12 | 12 |
| JT-242412-10-TB | 1/7 Y | 28.625 | 28.625 | 12 | 14.5 | 24 | 24 |
| JT-242424-10-TB | 1/3 Y | 28.625 | 28.625 | 24 | 26.5 | 24 | 24 |
| JT-363624-188-TB | 2/3 Y | 40.75 | 40.75 | 24 | 29 | 36 | 36 |
| JT-363636-188-TB | 1 Y | 40.75 | 40.75 | 36 | 40.5625 | 36 | 36 |
| JT-404036-188-TB | 1 ¼ Y | 44.75 | 44.75 | 40 | 40.5625 | 40 | 40 |
| JT-404040-188-TB | 1 1/3 Y | 44.75 | 44.75 | 44 | 44.5625 | 40 | 40 |
| JT-484840-188-TB | 2 Y | 52.75 | 52.75 | 44 | 44.5625 | 48 | 48 |
| JT-484848-188-TB | 2 1/3 Y | 52.75 | 52.75 | 48 | 52.5625 | 48 | 48 |
| JT-606048-25-TB | 3 ½ Y | 69.875 | 69.875 | 48 | 52.6875 | 60 | 60 |
| JT-606060-25-TB | 4 ½ Y | 69.875 | 69.875 | 60 | 64.6875 | 60 | 60 |
Why JT Fabrication Tote Boxes?
Manufactured in Ontario
Heavy industrial build quality
Real plate thicknesses, not “nominal” claims
Custom work welcomed
Long service life in demanding environments
If you’re tired of replacing light-duty bins, our tote boxes are built for the long haul.
Request a Quote or Custom Tote Box
We can satisfy your custom tote box requirements, from one-off builds to repeat production runs.
Contact us to discuss:
Capacity and dimensions
Material thickness
Forklift or caster requirements
Coatings and finishes
Special operating conditions (heat, impact, environment)