FIBC (Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container) bulk bags are the workhorses of the mineral extraction sector, found in mines and quarries throughout the UK and internationally. Whether they are filled with gravel and crushed rock, iron, zinc, and copper ore concentrates, or powdered bentonite, silica, or cement, FIBC bulk bags provide a versatile solution for operators to safeguard materials while streamlining their transport, storage, and handling tasks. Read on to discover the benefits of high quality FIBC bulk bags for your mining or quarrying operation.
Built for Performance in Harsh Conditions
First and foremost, FIBC bags are designed to endure the stress of the demanding conditions found in quarries and mines, making them perfect for transporting heavy granular materials such as clay, sand, salt, lime, and calcium. If used correctly and safely, the bags won’t rip, they won’t spill, and they won’t allow excessive dust to escape into the environment during transit, which could pose a hazard to human health, plant and vehicles, and ecosystems.
Straightforward to Load, Transport, Store, and Unload
FIBC bags are extremely efficient and versatile logistical tools. Using them to transport granular materials simplifies and streamlines every element of the supply chain, from loading to transportation, right through to the unloading of minerals. This helps to reduce labour costs and improves operational efficiency, while also minimising wastage from product loss.
Cost-Effective and Reusable
FIBC bags are an excellent choice for the mineral industry due to the reusability of specific grades of bag which contributes to a circular economy as certain bags can be reused and repurposed many times before end of life, contributing to lifetime cost savings and environmental benefits. (Note that not all FIBC bags are designed for multiple usage. Please check the bag’s safety factor ratio before purchase)
Safety and Contamination Control
Dust is a major hazard in the mineral extraction sector, requiring significant machinery and infrastructure investment to protect the health of workers and prevent contamination of water sources and local environments. FIBC bulk bags support your efforts to contain material and prevent dust becoming airborne. With the right specification, FIBCs can keep contaminants and unwanted moisture out, so that the weight, composition, and purity of the product at its final destination is the same as when it was first loaded. By containing dust and reducing material loss, FIBC bulk bags serve the dual purpose of promoting safer working conditions and maintaining the quality of transported materials.
Find Out More
If you’d like to find out more about our FIBC bags for sale and how they can support your material handling efficiency, please contact one of the experienced team at Cliffe Packaging today to discuss your FIBC bulk bag specifications.
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