The Common FAQs For FIBC Super Bags
We spend a lot of time answering all kinds of knowledge from buyers of bulk bags. The questions we receive range from construction to specific questions about our inventory bags and the many different applications they can be used for.
Here are the 6 questions we often hear about buyers who use FIBC or are just beginning to realize their usefulness in transporting/storing products.
1) What is the coating or expansion board on the bulk bag?
Coating, also called laminate, is an additional polypropylene film that is added to the fabric of the bag to seal the smaller gaps in the polyethylene weave The film can be added to the inside or outside of the bag.
For some applications, polyethylene lining is a better choice to protect the contents.
2) How many products can one bulk bag contain?
The safe working load (SWL) of jumbo bags ranges from 1,000 to 4,000 pounds. Some special bags can withstand a weight of 5,000 pounds when they are manufactured, but these bags are uncommon and difficult to find.
3) Are bulk bags recyclable?
FIBC is made of 100% polypropylene and can be recycled. There is a warning about recycling bags. Most recyclers can only collect in large quantities. Generally, recycling is only feasible for businesses that use a large number of bags or can store used bags over time.
4) Can the FIBC be reused?
The bag can be reused under certain conditions. The bag must be designed and rated and can be used multiple times. In order to reuse the bag, the bag must have a safety factor of 6:1.
5) What does 5:1 and 6:1 SF mean?
The safety factor ratio (SFR) of these disposable bags is 5:1, which means they can withstand up to five times their rated safe working load (SWL). . However, for safety reasons, we do not recommend loading the bag within the safe working load range.
The safety factor ratio of these multi-use/multi-travel bags is 6:1, which means they can withstand up to six times the safe working load. Similarly, for safety reasons, we do not recommend loading bags within the safe working load range.
6) What is the difference between U-Panel, Circular and 4-Panel bulk bags?
The U-panel bag is composed of three main panels-one piece runs through the entire length of the bag to form the bottom and two sides, and two pieces of fabric are sewn onto the joined piece to form the other two sides. Similar to other construction types, it can provide high safe working load (U-shaped panel bag is the industry standard, too). SWL) and sturdy durability.
The circular bag is made of a tubular fabric that forms all sides of the bag, allowing only the top and bottom of the bag to be sewn. . It is a common misunderstanding that circular bags will have a shape when filled. They are not actually circular; They are suitable for square bags, but when filled, they will maintain the smallest building type shape.
The 4-panel bag consists of four separate parts sewn together to form a square structure. After filling, the four-panel bag will maintain its square shape. Generally, the shape of the four-panel bag is better than that of the U-panel bag, and the shape of the U-panel bag is better than the round bag. The biggest disadvantage of the 4-panel bag is that it requires a lot of sewing to secure the bag together. This can make more areas of the bag prone to failure. However, since the four-panel bag can maintain its shape when it is full, it is an ideal storage method.
