Also known as a tote the ibc is capable of stacking and can be moved by a pallet jack or forklift.
Intermediate bulk container specification.
Intermediate bulk containers also known as ibc tote ibc tank ibc or pallet tank are reusable multi use industrial grade containers engineered for the mass handling transport and storage of liquids semi solids pastes or solids.
In an earlier article i identified and explained the requirements of 49 cfr 178 703 a that mandate the manufacturer of an intermediate bulk container ibc mark it with certain letters numerals and symbols to indicate that it is specification packaging designed manufactured and tested to meet a un standard.
The two main categories of ibc tanks are flexible ibcs and rigid ibcs.
They can be stacked two high when tank is full and four high when empty.
Their tubular design has been rigorously tested and meets international standards and models are available to handle a variety of materials.
Drums yet use up to 25 less floor space these tanks are protected by a rigid tubular steel cage.
Intermediate bulk container ibc means any rigid or flexible portable packaging other than those specified in chapter 6 1 that has a capacity of not more than 3m for solids and liquids of packaging groups ii and iii is designed for mechanical handling and is resistant to the stresses produced in handling.
But the markings required by paragraph a of 178 703 may not always be enough.
An intermediate bulk container or ibc is a pallet mounted industrial grade reusable container that is used for storing and transporting bulk liquids and powders.
Ibcs have been engineered with bases that maintain the container s footprint and dimensions to within a standard world wide.
Also known as an intermediate bulk container ibc these tanks meet un31ha1 y transportation specifications and are designed to ship liquids.
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They have the capacity of at least five 55 gal.
For further advice or verification of your special transport requirements please do not hesitate to contact your local hapag lloyd office for assistance.
Intermediate bulk containers intermediate bulk containers are closed shipping vessels with a liquid capacity from 450 up to 3 000 l 119 to 793 gallons.
Ibc containers can be 2 way 3 way or 4 way forklift pallet jack accessible.
This container specification booklet provides guidance on the main technical data for hapag lloyd containers with a focus on dimensions weights and design features.
Intermediate bulk containers ibcs have a standard transport pallet s shape and easy to integrate rectangular footprint that provides multi directional maneuverability.
