Vaal Bulk Bags "On Service We Grow"

Vaalbulkbags.com carries a large selection of bulk bags, ready for immediate shipment. 

 

Bulk bags (also known as jumbo bags, shipping sacks, big bags and FIBCs) are extremely versatile and can hold a variety of wet and dry materials including: chemicals, minerals, dyes, resins, detergents, foodstuffs, sugar, salt, nuts, plastics, grain, clay, cement, pharmaceuticals, fertilizers, seed, sand, flour, rice, ground rubber, beans and refractory products. Bulk bags may also be used to divert mudslides, small streams, and to hold waste on oil rigs.

The tremendous growth in bulk bag use over the last three decades has spurred bag specialization.  Some bulk bags have become extremely high tech, with features customized to meet unique requirements, while others have become simplier and less expensive.  FIBC's are a cost effective method of shipping and storing dry bulk products.  FIBC's can be designed to fit a variety of uses and users.  

 

We offer bulk bags with the following features:

 

• Full bottom discharge (Allows the bag to empty products that cake or bridge).

• Anti-static construction (For highly flammable products, this is the best choice).

• Sieve Design (Allows liquid to be release while solids remain)on ports (Allows visual inspection and sampling of product without opening the bag) .

• Offset discharge (Allows emptying the bag without elevating it) 

• What is a FIBC?A bulk bag is a large bag made out of woven polypropylene used to store and/or transport dry products.  FIBC dimensions can vary based on customer needs.  The bags typically hold anywhere from 1000 - 2000 kgs of product and generally placed on pallets by fork lifts using the attached corner lift loops.What does FIBC stand for?Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container.  Some other names that you might here are:  Bulk Bags, Big Bags, and Totes.What are FIBC's made from?100% virgin polypropyleneWhat sizes do FIBC's come in?FIBC's come in many different sizes and styles but can be customized for your product.  Most bags come with a standard base dimension of 95 x 95 but once again all bags can be customized for your product.How do you move a FIBC?Bulk bags can be lifted one of the following examples: 

  • 250mm lift loops

  • stevedore straps

  • lifting sleeves

  • single point crane lift

• The above are just a few options.  How do you empty a FIBC?FIBC's can be emptied several different ways but the most common discharge is an outlet spout which is a spout that is attached to the bottom of the bag.  Sometimes the discharge spout is inside a closure on the bottom of the bag such as a petal closure, pajama closure or star / x-cut closure.  The closure is designed to protect the spout and to prevent the product from leaking / sifting out of the outlet before required.  Discharge spouts can vary and can be custom made.We are wanting to start to use FIBC's.  How do we go about getting started?You will need the following information:

  • Style of bag

  • Fabric weight

  • Type of top and bottom openings

  • Dimensions of the FIBC

  • Safety ratio desired

  • Weight you desire in the bag

  • How many times will the bulk bag be used

  • Any extra information that you feel is important

• What is a Food Grade bag?A food grade bag has been SABS approved for use in food packaging.  Special steps are taken during the manufacturing process to ensure its safety.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 shapeWhat is a Tubular bag?Circular fabric with no side seams.  Capacity is up to 2000kgs.  The tubular body design is ideal as a linerless option for fine and hygroscopic materials.  It is also an excellent alternative to the original four panel bag construction.  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 2000kgs.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

• 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

• 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

• What is a Type "D" bag?A type "D" bag is constructed from antistatic fabric that includes static dissipative and 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

• Can FIBC's be used more than once?FIBC's can be used more than once if you have a bag with a 6:1 SF.  Some users reuse a FIBC with a 5:1 SF but this is not recommended!  If you reuse a FIBC with a 5:1 SF you have to take into consideration that the fabric might be worn down or the loops could be breaking down, etc.  If you plan on using a bag more than once it is recommended that you custom order it with a 6:1 SF.