Domestic technical textiles Industry Segment-wise consumption of ...

Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC)
Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC), popularly known as “Jumbo Bags”, is similar to the
HDPE/PP bags but that of a larger size. FIBC’s are one of the most cost effective and ideal types of
packaging for shipping and storing dry bulk products. They can be produced from either tubular or
flat polypropylene (PP) woven fabrics. These fabrics can be coated or uncoated and vary in terms of
weights depending upon the requirements of the Safe Working Load (SWL), or Safety Factor (SF).
There are three types of FIBC bags
• Panel Type
• Circular woven
• Baffle type (Square bags)
The general bag specifications used in the industry are as follows:
Capacity
(cubic feet)
Empty size
width (inches) X
depth (inches)
Filled diameter
(inches)
5 to 20 29 X 29 to 31 X 31 38
21 to 75 35 X 35 to 37 X 37 46
76 and above 41 X 41 to 43 X 43 53
In general the approximate weight of FIBCs is as follows:
Type of bag Weight in grams
Builder bag 900-1200
Technical bag 1800-2200
Speciality bag 1800-2400
Applications
For higher bulk density products
or smaller weight requirements
Most common sizes for all
products. Used in truck shipments
and export containers
For smaller bulk density products
or where height restrictions occur.
Used for rail shipments
Source: Industry survey, IMaCS Analysis
These bags have capacities ranging from 500-4000 kgs. The weight of fabric varies from 180-275
gsm. FIBCs can vary from 900 gms to 3 kgs in weight depending upon the bag properties and weight
to be carried.
FIBC Bag Capacity Weight of the FIBC Bag (100% TT)
500 kgs 1-2 kg