![]() ![]() Most have a built-in tap ( valve, spigot, or faucet) at the base of the container to which hoses can be attached, or through which the contents can be poured into smaller containers. Almost all rigid IBCs are designed so they can be stacked vertically one atop the other using a forklift. IBC container’s pallet base is designed for universal maneuverability via forklift/ pallet jack channels. Rigid IBC totes feature integrated pallet bases with dimensions that are generally near the common pallet standard dimension of 1,200 mm × 1,000 mm or 48 in × 42 in (1,219 mm × 1,067 mm). Most IBCs are cube-shaped and this cube-shaped engineering contributes to the packaging, stacking, storing, shipping, and overall space efficiency of intermediate bulk containers. Flexible intermediate bulk containers, made of woven polyethylene or polypropylene bags, are designed for storing or transporting dry, flowable products, such as sand, fertilizer, and plastic granules. Their sides fold inward when the unit is empty allowing the IBC to collapse into a much smaller package for return shipment or storage. Folding IBCs are also made of heavy plastic. In addition to the above materials, flexible IBCs can also be made of fiberboard, wood, aluminum, and folding plastic. Caged IBC totes are commonly used due to their low cost, wide compatibility, and versatility.Ī standard flexible intermediate bulk container can hold 500 to 1,000 kg (1,100 to 2,200 lb) and manufacturers offer bags with a volume of 285–2,830 litres (10–100 cu ft). Caged IBC totes are composite intermediate bulk containers - a white/translucent plastic container (typically high-density polyethylene) contained and protected by a tubular galvanized steel grid, common. The most widely utilized and known IBC is the limited re-use, caged IBC tote container. Stainless steel (304 and 316/316L grades).Composite: galvanized steel and plastic.Intermediate bulk containers can be manufactured from various materials based on the requirements of the application or service the IBC will be used for. Metal alloy IBC tanks are also manufactured according to NFPA and UL142 certification standards for extensive storage of materials labeled as flammable and/or combustible. ![]() ![]() Many IBC totes are manufactured according to federal and NSF/ ANSI regulations and mandates, and are often IMDG approved as well for domestic and maritime transport. Intermediate bulk containers are standardized shipping containers often UN/DOT certified for the transport handling of hazardous and non-hazardous, packing group II and packing group III commodities. IBC tank capacities generally used are often 1,040 and 1,250 litres (275 and 330 US gal). IBC totes are authorized per Title 49 CFR codes to be fabricated of a volume up to 3 cubic metres (793 US gal) while maintaining the "IBC" name and their federal shipping and handling permits. Rigid IBC design types are manufactured across a volume range that is in between that of standard shipping drums and intermodal tank containers, hence the title "intermediate“ bulk container. These containers can be made from metal, plastic, or a composite construction of the two materials. Rigid intermediate bulk containers are stackable, reusable, versatile containers with an integrated pallet base mount that provides forklift and/or pallet jack maneuverability. The two main categories of IBC tanks are flexible IBCs and rigid IBCs. Intermediate bulk containers (also known as IBC tank, IBC tote, IBC, or pallet tank) are industrial-grade containers engineered for the mass handling, transport, and storage of liquids, semi-solids, pastes, or solids. ![]()
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