IBC Handling Systems

IBC Handling Systems

IBC Handling Systems or Intermediate Bulk Container Discharge Systems are used in for handling granules and powders is commonplace in many process industries. The standard range of discharge stations are ergonomically designed to provide safe and efficient handling whilst reducing dust emissions. There are many different types of “Big Bag” available on the market and modular system can be adapted to cater for most bag sizes, loops and discharge chutes. Safe Handling is a major concern for plant operators and the system includes techniques which allow the bags to be loaded directly from Fork Trucks or from pallets using integral certified gantrys with electrically powered hoists.

Bag tensioning devices can be fitted to retain and retract loose internal liners to avoid blockages at the outlet. The further option of a pneumatically actuated outlet spout closing device can be added to allow a part emptied bag to be removed from the discharger or to allow the contents of a bag to be closed off from the atmosphere.Dust control is equally important and Gericke can offer a range of solutions using integral or remote extraction to meet the requirements of most installations.

Within an IBC System the transfer of powder and tablets to and from the IBC is often a complex operation and an area in which IBC Systems has become popular.

Difficult flowing materials, product segregation, damage and the need to transfer highly potent materials in a high-contained manner are all challenges inherent with charging and discharging IBCs. Buck Systems' unique technology developed by its team of skilled engineers offers practicable highly solutions.

Manual or fully automatic, charging and discharging stations can incorporate a number of different options including vibration for difficult flowing products, air-blast of the valve face and dust extract, and weighing and dosing options for accurate filling and discharging.