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What are FIBCs?

  • Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (FIBC), bulk bags, jumbo bags or simply big bags are large dimension standardized containers for storing, transporting, and handling dry, granular products and/or slurry material.

  • FIBCs are amongst the most economical bags and ideal types of packaging for shipping and storing dry bulk products.

  • They can be produced from either tubular or flat polypropylene (PP Woven fabrics).

  • These fabrics can be either coated or uncoated and vary in weights depending on the requirements of the Safe Working Load (SWL) or Safety Factor (SF).

  • FIBCs are filled and discharged, the finely ground product particles could cause a buildup of static electricity. Preventing an electrical surge is essential in handling the packaging of combustible materials.

Why choose FIBC bulk bags?

  • Can carry up to 1000 times its own weight.

  • Can lift from 500-2000 kg

  • Can be handled, transported and stored without pallets due to integrated lifting loops.

  • Tailor-made and can be customized as per the manufacturing process.

  • The use of warehouse space as can be folded flat to take up a fraction of the space required for other industrial packages.

  • Woven polypropylene properties (PP) allow easy product information printing on bags.

  • Polypropylene bulk bags are cost-effective.

  • Strong yet flexible and offers a low unit cost.

  • Supplied in a variety of dimensions and filling, discharging and lifting facilities.

  • Can be used for hazardous chemicals as specified in the UN Chapter 6.5 Recommendations.

  • Does not require further packaging.

 

Industry Segments where FIBCs are widely used:

  • Chemicals & Fertilizers

  • Fiberglass

  • Agree Culture

  • Grains & Spices

  • Mining

  • Construction

  • Pigments

  • Plastics & Recycling

  • Seed & Soil Reconditioners

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FIBC Bags Handling Guide Line !

GENERAL GUIDELINES

  • Follow handling instructions printed on the Safety label of FIBC.

  • Ensure FIBC is compatible and produced as per filling product. (Whether Edible/ Non- edible or hazardous, etc.).

  • All applicable regulations and safety requirements should be followed.

  • Always consult your manufacturer/supplier regarding Technical Details before buying.

  • Protect the FIBCs from rain and prolonged sunlight, harmful UV rays and inclement weather.

  • Do dispose of FIBCs in accordance with ecological requirements.

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILLING AND DISCHARGING FIBCs

  • Ensure Discharge Spout is correctly closed prior to filling of FIBC.

  • Filling Spout / Duffle of FIBC should be closed as per FIBC manufacturer's instruction.

  • Never exceed SWL( Safe Working Load) requirement as specified for a particular FIBC.

  • Environment should be favorable for filling and emptying FIBC. Eg- Electrostatic concerns in flammable or explosive environments.

  • Ensure that the filled FIBC is stable.

  • Take appropriate measures in regard to dust control.

  • People around should never stand under a suspended FIBC.

  • Never suspend/ discharge FIBC using a single or fewer lift loop, sleeves, etc.

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING FIBC WITH FORKLIFT, CRANE OR HOIST

  • The lift truck must be in a good condition and sufficient to support the filled FIBC.

  • The driver should maintain a clear line of sight while transporting a filled FIBC.

  • The angle of the mast should be aligned/ titled to an appropriately.

  • Ensure that the edges of the forklift tines are smooth or protected.

  • Use lifting gear of sufficient capacity to take the suspended load.

  • The forklift tines must be adjusted to a correct width to prevent damaging lateral forces.

  • Forklift must be stopped prior to raising or lowering the FIBC.

  • Never subject an FIBC to sudden lifts / stops.

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIBC WITH LINERS

  • Liners should be Pre-Inflated before filling for better results.

  • Extend open liners from filling and discharge Spout while filling or emptying respectively.

  • Liners must be attached to FIBC properly so they do not come out/loose hold during discharge procedure.

  • Tie off liners with spouts as instructed by the manufacturer.

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION OF FIBC

  • Pallets used for storage and transportation of FIBC should be certified.

  • Pallets should be free of nails or protrusions.

  • Pallets should be of appropriate size and FIBC bags should not exceed out of it.

  • Never remove or repair a damaged bag without first removing all bags stacked on top.

  • Bags must be stacked against two stable walls of sufficient strength.

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Overview FIBCs

Types of FIBCs

We understand your packaging needs and specialize in three specific types of FIBC bags universally labelled as Type A, B or C.

If you are interested in these products, we welcome you to examine the elements involved in the selection of an appropriate type of bag. It is important to assess the dangers involved in the handling of hazardous products. 

Type A bulk bags

  • Type A FIBCs are made of plain-woven polypropylene and other non-conductive fabrics.

  • Static electricity is generated when the product moves against the surface of the bag while being filled or emptied.

  • Shouldn't be used for carrying inflammable materials or kept near a potentially combustible environment.

  • No static protection provided by Type A FIBCs

  • Can transport non-combustible products safely

The "don'ts" of Type A bulk bags:

  • Don't transport flammable products

  • Don't let flammable solvents or gases accumulate around Type A FIBC.

  • Don't use near a flammable atmosphere with minimum ignition energy < 1,000mJ present.

 

 

 

Type B bulk bags

Type A & Type B FIBCS are quite similar in some aspects. Let's take a look at them:

  • Also made of plain-woven polypropylene fabrics or other non-conductive material.

  • Also do not possess any mechanism for dissipating static electricity.

While the bases are similar, Type B FIBC should be handled with more care to ensure your safety. Let's take a look into a few of them:

  • Unlike Type A FIBCs, Type B is made from materials that have a low breakdown voltage to prevent an incident where highly energetic, and dangerous propagating brush discharges occur.

  • Low breakdown voltage (less than 4KV) to prevent propagating brush discharges (PBD).

  • Although they can prevent propagating brush discharges, they are not considered anti-static bulk bags because they do not dispel an electrostatic charge.

  • Can be used in the presence of the minor combustible dust with MIE more than 3mj; provided flammable vapours of gases are absent.

  • Can transport dry and flammable powders.

The "don'ts" of Type B bulk bags:

  • Don't transport flammable products

  • Don't let flammable solvents or gases accumulate around Type B FIBC.

  • Don't use in environments with dust and ignition energies more than 3mJ.

Type C bulk bags

If you are searching to fulfil Type C bulk bag needs, don't forget to take a look at the pointers mentioned below to understand its specifications:

  • Type C FIBCs or conductive FIBCs or ground-able FIBCs, are made from non-conductive polypropylene fabrics interwoven with conducting threads traditionally sewn in a grid pattern.

  • Conducting threads must be electrically interconnected as well as connected to a designated ground/earth during filling and discharging.

  • This connection to the ground/earth during filling and discharging is imperative to the safe use of Type C bulk bags.

  • Flammable powders can be safely transported.

  • Safe in the presence of flammable vapours, gases, dust or solvents around the bag,

The "don't"s of Type C bulk bags:

  • Don't use when the ground connection is not present or has been damaged.

  • Don't use them if it shows resistance from any location FIBC to a ground-able point.

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