FIBC bags are playing an important part in our daily life. So do you know how many types of FIBC bags are there and what are their characteristics and features? If you do not know, please read this article to the end for EPP Vietnam to help you find out.
The general definition of FIBC bags
The bulk bag is also known in English as Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container. This is a large-sized bag, often used for the purpose of containing, packing goods, building materials, industry and many other things.
PP super sacks are usually made of polypropylene (PP) fabric, with strong characteristics and high bearing capacity. Each FIBC bag has a capacity of several hundred pounds to several tons. Currently, there are many types of bulk bags, which are used for many different needs and purposes.
Depending on the intended use of the customer, the manufacturer will make big bags with designs and features to ensure the requirements are set out. But in general, all FIBC bags today are flexible in design to be load into containers or have extremely sturdy belts for crane transport.
Introduction to the most commonly used FIBC bags
Thanks to its versatility, FIBC jumbo bags are widely used. But each type of big bags is manufactured with unique features to apply to different situations. Below is reference information about the most popular types of FIBC bags today.
Standard FIBC bag
The standard FIBC bag is the most commonly used container type. This product has a simple and diverse design, often chosen to pack and transport a variety of goods.
Its distinguishing feature is that it has a rectangular square shape with 4 sides and a large storage compartment in the middle. In terms of size, the product usually has a width of 85cm – 110cm, a depth of 85cm – 110cm and a height of 200cm.
In addition, the standard bulk bags can be collapsed by folding the top and fixed with wire or metal rods.
Container bag
The container bag is also a large FIBC bag, with the same design as a container. The bag is also in the shape of a rectangular box, with dimensions usually manufactured according to international standards to be suitable for arranging goods to be transported into containers.
FIBC container bags are also manufactured from polypropylene fabricor PE liners, with high thickness and durability. Therefore, the bag can withstand the pressure of the large amount of goods inside.
The application of this container bag is often applied in the import and export of industrial raw materials, plastic granules, ore, sand, stone, wood grain and other bulky goods. It has the ability to protect the goods very well during transportation.
Fireproof FIBC bag
Fire resistant jumbo bags are also known as heat-resistant bulk bags. Because the floor is specially made from specialized fireproof materials such as polypropylene fabric containing flame retardant compounds or heat-resistant coating. The purpose of the fibc manufacturer when designing this type of FIBC bags is to prevent and slow down the explosion process. Thereby it will create time to process and control the situation.
Practical application of fireproof FIBC bags is often used to ensure safety during the transportation and storage of flammable and explosive goods such as coal, ores, and fertilizers… However, fireproof big bags are still not as an absolute protection measure, the carrier still needs to comply with other fire prevention regulations.
Antistatic bulk bags
Big bags are designed to reduce the risk of static electricity generation and are fire-resistant during the transportation and storage of flammable or electrostatically sensitive goods.
The product is made from a flexible polypropylene material for better electrical conductivity, reducing the chance of static charge during use. At the same time, the bag also has the ability to release static electricity, protecting the goods inside.
This type of FIBC bags is commonly used in industries such as chemical, oil industry, plastic processing, minerals, electronics, and electrostatic-sensitive materials.
Notes when choosing bulk bags
FIBC bags are often used to store goods, so choosing the right type of big bag for the situation is essential. When buying a jumbo pạkaging, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
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Learn and understand the features of Big bags before buying.
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Determine the capacity and nature of the goods to be contained before purchasing PP super sacks.
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Be aware of the environmental conditions that will affect the bags during transportation.
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Understand how to transport, load, and discharge goods to choose the right FIBC bag for your requirements.
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Estimating the standard space for stacking bulk bags after filling, to select the right bag size.
Above is the reference information about the most popular types of FIBC bags on the market. We hope that our article has brought useful values to readers. If you have any need for advice or order products, you can contact us directly at the address below.