flexible intermediate bulk container

DON'TS
 
 Do not fill your bag to more than its safe working load.
 Do not jerk the fork lift while handling your bags.
 
 Do not lift or drop your bag at high speed.
 
 Do not tilt the forklift towards the front.
 
 Do not stack your bags unevenly.
 Do not use a single trip bag for multi trips. 
 Do not re-use a multi trip bag without inspection after each trip. 
 

DO'S
 
 Select the right design of FIBC's.
 
 Read instructions and safety label on your bag.
 
 Check the discharge spout before filling.
 
 Fill your bag evenly.
 
 Close the inlet spout correctly.
 
 Use lifting equipment of sufficient capacity.
 
 Adjust lift arms and insert the arms well into the loops.
 
 Use rounded hooks, lift arms and all lifting gear coming in direct contact with your bag.
 
 Protect your bag from rain and sun.
 
 During transportation secure your bags well.
 
 Use safety helmets and other safety equipment while working your bag. 
 
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USEFUL APPARATUS FOR HANDLING TUFBAGS USING FORKLIFTS AND CRANES
 
    
This cradle for ship loading can be made to accommodate 4 x 1 ton bags or 2 x 2 ton bags. It will allow maximum use of the crane lift.
A typical spreader bar used on truck and tractor cranes.
Using these steel tubes with hooks for the loops, means no modification to the forklift is required. The sleeves are simply slipped over the fork tines.
This simple framework fitted over the fork tines allows the lifting of bags which might have tilted on the stack or rail.
Using these steel tubes with hooks for the loops, means no modification to the forklift is required. The sleeves are simply slipped over the fork tines.
 
 
 
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 Discharge spout protected by circular flap
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CLOSURES
 

OUTLETS
 
 Draw Cord Closure
The bottom spout is protected by a draw cord closure. Efficient protection and discharge is easy to control by tightening the draw cord around the spout. 
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INLETS
 
 Duffel or Skirt Top
The top can be completely opened for filling. Used extensively by packers who rely on manual filling. 
 Top Spout
Allows convenient filling of powder and granular products. Diameter of spout varies from 22cm to 60cm depending on filling method. 
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 Four Point Lift Bag
Webbing for lifting loops extends full length of the bag. A universally accepted bag allowing weights up to 2000kg to be carried.
 
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 Single & Two Point Lift Bag
Bag with integrated lifting from a central point can be used to carry materials up to 1500kg.

Omega Style
Produced from circular woven fabric. This bag is used extensively throughout the world to carry up to 2000kg.

Omega Style
Produced from circular woven fabric. This bag is used extensively throughout the world to carry up to 2000kg.