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FIBC Bulk Bag Frequently Asked Questions

FIBC Types FAQs

Some of you are new to FIBCs. A bulk bag is a large bag made out of woven polypropylene used to store and/or transport dry products. Please contact us and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have that are not covered in the FAQ's section below.

Questions

  • What is a U-Panel bag?
  • What is a Tubular bag?
  • What is a Four Panel bag?
  • What is a Type "A" bag?
  • What is a Type "B" bag?
  • What is a Type "C" bag?
  • What are food grade FIBC's?
  • Answers

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    What is a U-Panel bag?

    A U-Panel bag requires 2 seams along 2 opposite sides to create 2 panels and a "U" Panel shape.

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    What is a Tubular bag?

    The tubular body design is ideal as a linerless option for fine materials. It is also an excellent alternative to the original four panel bag construction. Circular fabric with no side seams. Capacity is up to 4000 lbs.

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    What is a Four Panel bag?

    A four panel bag is the original polypropylene design which has become the industry standard. The versatile four panel construction is excellent for a variety of applications. This four panel design requires seams along four seperate pieces of fabric sewn to create a four panel bag. Capacity is up to 4400 lbs.

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    What is a Type "A" bag?

    A type "A" bag is constructed from non-treated insulating fabric. No requirements are specified for type "A" FIBC's as they are not intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. No static protection.

    • Used safely to transport non-flammable products
    • There are to be no flammable solvents or gases present around the bag
    • DO NOT USE to transport flammable products

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    What is a Type "B" bag?

    A type "B" bag is constructed from insulating fabric but has a breakdown voltage less than 4KV. This provision prevents the risk of energetic propagating brush discharges which can ignite dust-air mixture. Type "B" bags may be used in the presence of the combustible dusts with MIE of greater than 3mj but in the absence of flammable vapors of gases. Low breakdown voltage.

    • Used safely to transport dry, flammable powders
    • There are to be no flammable solvents or gases present around the bag
    • DO NOT USE to transport flammable products

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    What is a Type "C" bag?

    A type "C" bag is constructed from fabrics having inter-connected conductive threads. The bag must be electrically grounded during filling and emptying.

    • Used safely to transport flammable powders
    • Used safely when flammable solvents or gases are present around the bag
    • DO NOT USE when ground connection is not present or has become damaged

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    What is a Type "D" bag?

    A type "D" bag is constructed from antistatic fabric that includes static dissipative, antistatic yellow threads, this unique system is patented worldwide. Does not require grounding.

    • Used safely to transport flammable powders
    • Used safely when flammable solvents or gases are present around the bag
    • DO NOT USE when the surface is contaminated or coated with conductive material such as water or grease

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    What are food grade FIBC's?

    Food grade bags are bags that are made with the intent of putting food products into the bags. Food grade bags are manufactured in an AIB (American Institute of Baking) certified facility.

Packaging Products
Who Uses Bulk Bags?
Who Uses FIBC Bulk Bags from Southern Packaging LP

There are a great and varied range of uses for FIBC's. Many applications are in industrial uses such as for the storage of powder based and bulk product:

  • Food Industry - Sugar, Salt, Flour, Dextrose, Starch, Food Additives
  • Chemical Industry
  • Construction Industry
  • Agricultural Industry - Seed, Grain, Popcorn, Seeds, Nuts, Potatoes
  • Crushed Stone, Sand, Gravel, Cement Industry, Clay
  • Pharmaceutical Industry
  • Plastics Industry - Absorbent Polymer, Resin, Pellets, Etc.
  • Mining Industry
  • Steel - Rebar Industry and Specialty Minerals
  • Hazardous Materials Industry
  • Your Industry!
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Dunnage Bags and Void Fillers from Southern Packaging LP

Dunnage bags eliminate damage to goods caused by cargo shifts during transportation. They are placed in the voids in a load and then inflated with compressed air. This results in a load that is securely locked in place against other pallets or the inside wall of the container, preventing any movement.
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