What Are IBC's - A Complete Guide
What Are IBC Containers?
IBC's or Intermediate Bulk containers are large, cost-effective containers used for storage or transport of industrial goods. The Tank is surrounded by a galvanised steel frame - some times called an IBC caged tote, making them robust and ideal for stacking (when empty). With an integrated pallet base mount that provides forklift and/or pallet jack maneuverability, you can see why they are popular choice.
Why Should I Buy A New IBC Container?
New IBC's have never been used and are in their virgin state. Manufactured from the highest quality HDPE, a new IBC has not been tampered with so all fittings and seals have a tamper seal, securing that nothing can contaminate the tank itself. Once an IBC has been used, residual of the previous stored liquid can remain, so making suitable for non potable liquids.
Tanks Direct's New IBC's are UN Approved. What does that mean - Un Approved?
A UN-approved IBC container is capable of storing certain most non-hazardous goods. They have passed legal regulations which aim to avoid accidents and protect humans, materials and the environment from corrosive liquids.
Our IBC's can be supplied with steel or plastic pallets.
What Different Types Of IBC Container Are There?
New IBC's
Frame:-
- Galvanised mild steel
- Large ‘Ticket’ identification plate above valve outlet, Large documentation plate on back (opposite side to valve) 4 way entry galvanised mild steel perimeter pallet
- Dimensions 1200 x 1000 x 1160mm
Inner Container:-
- 1000 Litre light duty blow moulded High Density Polyethylene bottle
- Litre/Gallon markers to indicate the amount of liquid within the tank
Fittings:-
- 50mm integral butterfly valve, inner seal ETFE, with S60 x 6 male thread and screw cap
- 150mm top centre screw cap with TPE seal, pressure vent and rain cap
Please note all fittings are sent out separately and not with the tank
UN Certified for packaging groups II & III to a maximum SG of 1.6
Water tanks can be extremely hazardous when transporting large volumes of liquids. Please make sure that they are installed and secured by a suitable qualified person before transportation.
Black IBC's
Frame:
- Plastic
- Large 'Ticket' identification plate above valve outlet, Large documentation plate on back (opposite side to valve)
- Dimensions 1200 x 1000 x 1160mm
Inner Container:
- 1000 Litre light duty blowmoulded High Density Polyethylene bottle
Fittings:
-
50mm integral butterfly valve, inner seal ETFE, with S60 x 6 male thread and screw cap
-
150mm top centre screw cap with TPE seal, pressure vent and rain cap
Please note all fittings are sent out separately and not with the tank
UN Certified for packaging groups II & III to a maximum SG of 1.6
FSSC Approved IBC's
- IBC (TOTE) containers made from strong durable blow moulded HDPE high-density polyethylene.
- UN approved.
Frame:-
- Galvanised mild steel
- Large 'Ticket' identification plate above valve outlet, Large documentation plate on back (opposite side to valve) 4 way entry galvanised mild steel perimeter pallet
- Dimensions 1200 x 1000 x 1160mm
Inner Container:-
- 1000 Litre light duty blowmoulded High Density Polyethylene bottle
- FOODCERT FSSC Approved
Fittings:-
- 50mm integral butterfly valve, inner seal ETFE, with S60 x 6 male thread and screw cap
- 150mm top centre screw cap with TPE seal, pressure vent and rain cap
- UN Certified for packaging groups II & III to a maximum SG of 1.6
- Supplied shrouded and top cap secured with tamper evident sequentially numbered tie
IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE
These tanks are suitable for most Non Hazardous materials.
Washed IBC's
Tank Frame:-
These units will be supplied either plastic or steel pallets (supply dependent) with the following dimensions :
- 1200 x 1000 x 1160mm
Tank Bottle:-
These products are washed and kept to a high standard, however we cannot guarantee what they were used for previously. Therefore we do not recommend they are used for products consumed by humans or animals, including the food, drink or pharmaceutical industry. These tanks are :
- USED 1000 Litre light duty blow moulded High Density Polyethylene bottle
- Litre/Gallon markers to indicate the amount of liquid within the tank
Please note no other fittings are sent out with the tank as standard
UN Certified for packaging groups II & III to a maximum SG of 1.6 when new.
Water tanks can be extremely hazardous when transporting large volumes of liquids. Please make sure that they are installed and secured by a suitable qualified person before transportation.