IBC Parts & Pipe Fittings

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Con-Tech supplies high precision Intermediate Bulk Container (IBC) parts and pipe fittings produced by global sourcing suppliers in China, Taiwan, India, and elsewhere, many of whom are ISO certified. Our industrial packaging suppliers offer the best of advanced technology for IBC parts and pipe fittings with production under strict quality control.

The IBC as a Flexible Form of Packaging

The IBC, a reusable, flexible or rigid cross between a drum and industrial bulk transport which can be moved by forklifts or pallet trucks, has become common since first patented in the 1990s. Cube-shaped, the IBC became more popular as it was easily stored and shipped, and used space more efficiently than other containers.

According to one research study, the IBC market is set to cross a US $10 billion market soon as the packaging industry shifts away from plastics and plastic-based composites, with 80% of the IBC market being the food and beverage, industrial chemical, and building and construction industries. Growth in manufacturing is another large contributor to the IBC trend.

Serious consideration needs to be given to the transit and storage of IBCs and there are complex rules governing these issues. But all agree that there are many benefits to IBC use. And the innovations in the IBC world keep coming. Growth in manufacturing is another large contributor to the IBC trend.

IBCs may be purchased or leased and their durability and easy handling make them a preferred form of global packaging for a vast array of items from paints, chemicals, and petrochemicals to food, pharmaceuticals, healthcare products, and commodities. According to one research study, the IBC market is set to cross a US $10 billion market soon as the packaging industry shifts away from plastics and plastic-based composites, with 80% of the IBC market being the food and beverage, industrial chemical, and building and construction industries.

The stackable rigid IBC comes in many sizes from the frequently used 275 and 330 US gallon IBC up to 793-gallon IBC. The rigid IBC is made of metal, plastic or a composite and most have a built-in valve through which the contents can be poured. The flexible IBC also can be made of fiberboard, wood, aluminum, and folding plastic. Composite IBCs use plastic liners that are versatile and economical.

Con-Tech IBC Accessories

Con-Tech’s global suppliers manufacture our IBC parts & pipe fittings to exacting specifications for leak-proof performance and fully test them for compliance with our high-quality standards. Con-Tech offers a wide range of IBC parts & fittings including Voyager Ball Valves, IBC bolted rings, cam lock couplings for tote tanks, IBC container closures, IBC container covers, IBC container gaskets, IBC bels, IBC lids and components, IBC container pipe fittings, and IBC container vents.

Using the correct drum and IBC closures and accessories is critical as the area is strictly regulated. Organizations of manufacturers of reconditioned and new steel, plastic and fiber drums as well as intermediate bulk containers work hard on their members’ compliance. Manufacturers of new industrial packaging and their North American suppliers do the same while emphasizing the importance of safety and reliability.

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FAQ

A tote tank or intermediate bulk container is a cube-shaped, stackable, rigid or flexible cross between a drum and industrial bulk transport. It comes in many sizes from the frequently used 275 and 330 US gallon IBC up to 793-gallon IBC. The rigid IBC is made of metal, plastic or a composite and most have a built-in valve through which the contents can be poured. The flexible IBC also can be made of fiberboard, wood, aluminum, and folding plastic. Composite IBCs use plastic liners that are versatile and economical. Tote tanks have become common since first patented in the 1990s.

The IBC is popular as it is reusable, durable, easily handled, stored and shipped, and uses space more efficiently than other containers. It also has an advantage in that it may be either purchased or leased.

A vast array of items from building supplies, paints, chemicals, and petrochemicals to food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, healthcare products, and commodities are shipped in tote tanks. According to one research study, the IBC market is set to cross a US $10 billion market soon as the packaging industry shifts away from plastics and plastic-based composites, with 80% of the IBC market being the food and beverage, industrial chemical, and building and construction industries.

The IBC vent prevents excessive internal pressure in the IBC. When the IBC’s internal pressure reaches a certain level the vent adjusts the internal pressure to ensure safe handling. If an IBC valve is opened without venting, a vacuum can be created causing the IBC to collapse. Conversely, if an IBC is filled without venting it can explode.

If the inner receptacle of an IBC is not vented, vacuum deformation of an IBC can be caused.

When the temperature outside an IBC increases the IBC vent needs to be released in order to avoid an explosion.

When the temperature outside the IBC decreases and the IBC is not properly vented, suction can be created deforming the IBC, creating suction and making it difficult to remove the lid.

Using the right IBC gasket prevents leaks and helps keep the product clean and sanitary.

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