FIBC Bulk bag is also known as Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (FIBC) or jumbo bag, which is an economical and ideal packing used for the storage & transportation of powdered, granulated, or bulk products. The FIBC bulk bags have undoubtedly created a great revolution in the field of packaging and transportation.
FIBC bags are manufactured by polypropylene woven fabrics that are stabilized against UV degradation. Each bulk bag can contain load capacities between 500kgs to 2000kgs with the safety of 5:1 or 6:1, depending on the bag design and size. The popularity of these bags is owning to the fact of being environment friendly in nature.
Currently, industries that are using bulk bags are:
- Petrochemical & Chemical products manufacturers
- Food manufacturers (e.g. sugar, flour, spices, wheat, milk powder)
- Construction related (e.g. cement, granite, sand)
- Agricultural related products (e.g. fertilizers, animal feed, grass). Industrial applications (e.g. scrap materials, copper coils & slag, sludge waste)
FIBCs Bulk bags are classified according to one of four types: Type A, Type B, Type C, and Type D. The types of bags are defined by the construction of the bulk bag, the nature of their intended operation, and associated performance requirements. The information below identifies which type of FIBC/Bulk bag is appropriate depending on the sensitivity to ignition of the product being packaged, and of the surrounding atmosphere.
