Frequently Asked Questions
A Bulk bag (FIBC) is a large-capacity flexible bag designed for the storage, handling and transport of bulk products. Made of woven polypropylene fabric, it is available in various sizes, capacities and configurations according to needs.
To choose a Bulk bag suitable, take into account the product to be packaged, the load to be transported, the volume required, the filling method and emptying as well as the handling conditions. The characteristics of each model are indicated on the product sheets.
The load supported by a Bulk bag depends on the model chosen. MyPalletsOnline offers Big Bags with a payload suitable for various uses. Consult the product sheet to find the maximum admissible load (SWL) and the safety factor (SF) for each reference.
The useful load (SWL) corresponds to the maximum weight that the Bulk bag can carry safely. The safety factor indicates its usage classification (single use, reusable, helicopter transport) according to its design and the purpose for which it was certified. This information is specified on each product sheet to help you choose the model suited to your use.
Some Big Bags are reusable. This characteristic depends on their safety factor (SF 6:1 & SF 8:1). The reusable models are clearly identified on the product sheets. Check the specifications of each reference before any reuse to comply with the intended conditions of use.
Yes, under certain conditions. Big Bags can be stored outdoors, even for an extended period, provided they are protected from the elements and sunlight. MyPalletsOnline nevertheless recommends storage indoors or under a suitable tarp.
Not all Big Bags are leakproof. Some models are specially designed with a laminated fabric and leakproof seams to limit ingress and product loss. Here, "leakproof" is understood as preventing flows from outside to inside. A bulk bag is not leakproof in the sense of being able to contain liquids
Check the product sheet to verify the level of leakproofing for each item.
No. Big Bags are not designed to carry liquids. MyPalletsOnline offers, however, leakproof models or models fitted with a liner for packaging powdery products or products sensitive to moisture. Consult the product page to choose the appropriate model.
Yes. A Bulk bag can be handled with a forklift by lifting it by its four straps. Use a spreader bar if necessary. The forks must have rounded edges and be in good condition. Never use forks or hooks with sharp edges and never lift a Bulk bag by a single strap!
Store Big Bags in a clean, dry place protected from UV rays. If stored outdoors, protect them from the elements with a suitable tarpaulin. Avoid any contact with sharp objects or anything that could damage the fabric and the straps.
Builders Bags
The different types of Builder's Bag
We offer you different types :
- Essentially equipped with 4 lifting loops, with full open top & flat closed bottom models. Several volume capacities from 0.25m3, (0.5m3, 1m3, 1.5m3) up to 2m3.
- A wide range of resistances (SWL) available from 200kg to 1 ton and up to 2 tons.
Our Range of Builder's Bags & Rubble sacks
MyPalletsOnline offers you its complete online range of Bulk bags and PP bags dedicated to the world of building trades.
You will find the widest choice of model available in delivery 48h00. All adapted to your trades for the storage and the transport in full safety of your rubble, soiled earth, and various waste. Essentially composed of 4 straps, our range of FIBC (Flexible intermediate Bulk Container) solutions is declined around dimensions, volumes as well as resistances according to your use.
For your regulated waste (13H3Y or 13H2Y) and related Asbestos, you can find our products in the corresponding universe.
In addition, we have also developed a range of Filtering solution for the settling of soil/cement sludge as well as the flocculation of paints and adhesives. This product range is directly accessible from our menu.
From the classic to the more technical, the Bulk bag range that we offer is available directly online. You thus have the freedom to order as you wish 24/7.
How to select your Builder's bag ?
On all our categories - Universe pages, you will find a set of criteria. These allow you to filter and search easily either by finding the model you are already using or by selecting those that will correspond to your future use. These criteria are multiple and will allow you to reduce or expand your choice by positioning several values of the same criterion.
Our search filter is interactive, each time you select a criterion, it selects and presents you directly the Bulk bag and Jumbo Bag. For more details on a product, simply click on the photo or "details" and you will go directly to the product page where we have added all the useful specifications to your choice.
To select your own, we advise you to know above all the weight or volume. A bulk bag can easily contain several hundreds or thousands of kilos, we advise you before packing to check that your means of handling and lifting are adapted.
Visually, all the drawings of our builder's bags include:
- Dimensions per arrow and mention of Width x Depth x Height
- Logo-pictograms of m3, weight resistance and volume equivalence litres
If bags are composed of either filling skirts, filling or emptying spouts, a second photo drawing integrates the measurements of these elements.
Dimensions of Empty Bags
Width and depth
We offer you the widest range of Builders bags. They are all classified by Width x Depth (ex: 62.5 X 62.5) to minimize your search time and facilitate your selection.
Height
As specialists, we have chosen to separate height in dimensional criteria. Indeed, according to our experience, you are many for whom the height is more important than the dimension in base (width and depth). With this selection, we give you the opportunity to search by height as the most important criterion for you. You thus have a sorting and a direct selection according to the height chosen and all the dimensions in base with their resistances and their capacities.
What is the Volume ?
It is useful to check the theoretical capacity of your sack. Normal manufacturing tolerances can increase or decrease the filling volume by a few percent. If you load your bag with a homogeneous material such as powder or animal feed, the volume (associated with resistance) is the measure for your use. However, for packaging products of various shapes and sizes (e.g. bulk bag potatoes) there will naturally be a vacuum which limits the filling capacity.
For some of our customers, we produced with the maximum filling line printed (usually in red) to visually inform operators of the safety limit. This case is very frequent for Jumbo bag sludge settling.
Definition of the safety resistance
The SWL (maximum safety load) is equal to the safety resistance. It mentions the weight limit above which the item is no longer guaranteed and secured. Beyond that, the product is no longer adapted to your needs. There is a safety coefficient for the calculation of maximum resistances but we strongly advise against filling your Bulk Bag above the limit mentioned on each page of our products and on the safety labels present and sewn inside each Builder's Bags.
What is the Grammage ?
It is the thickness of the canvas that is expressed in "grammage". It is measured in grams per square metre (gr/m²). A heavy weight indicates a thicker fabric. The thickness improves resistance and strength to the filling weight. It also allows the bag to be approved as a reusable category (class SF 6/1), depending on the case. On the other hand, the more traditional thicknesses are SF 5/1 standard, for single use.
With a higher thickness, the resistance to shocks, cutting, shearing, and heavy products will be higher.
The different lifting points and type of straps
There are mainly 4 types of lifting;
- 1 point (1 strap attached on 2 sides)
- 2 points (2 opposite straps on two sides)
- 4 points (4 straps, 1 per side of bulk bag)
- 2 tunnels ( on each side of the Bulk Bag, allowing the insertion of the forklift truck forks).
Your need is specific ?
We design your Builder's Bag from A to Z, we send you a prototype systematically before the production in order to validate all the technical characteristics and also that you can test it in real conditions.
Personalization of your builders bags
We customize on request your bulk bag (with a minimum quantity) by adding on 1, 2 or 4 printed sides, your logo or your identity.
Similarly, we can also customize the content on the security label, sewn inside each bag, with your company name, contact information and website address. You need specific information or safety pictograms, we add them and send you the printing doc for validation.
The customization does not stop there, we are able to totally adapt your Bulk Bag in using color threads for all seams and also transform straps into a specific color or reduce or lengthen the size. With a palette of over 20 standard colours available, we can also customise up to the printing of your own RAL colour code.
Impact on the Environment
Our bags are 100% recyclable in adapted network and dedicated to PP laminated or non-laminated plastic.
Conditions of use
Storage conditions
Empty Bags can be stored outdoors even for an extended period of time provided it is protected and the weather (rain, hail, sun) cannot be in direct contact.
However, we advise and prefer storage indoors and away from the sun's rays to avoid alterations due to excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays.
The safety labels sewn inside our bags present and remind the uses and best practices.
Handling conditions
The handling and filling conditions depend entirely on the model.
For example, if your bulk bag is equipped with 4 standard or crossed straps (cross-corner) you can handle them by inserting the carriage forks into its 4 lifting points.
Once loaded, you can also place it on a handling pallet of appropriate dimensions for storage and shipping.
For example, when used frequently, the builder's bag container, filled and placed on a pallet, can be racked directly.
Or the 3 or 5-soled stacking system allows you to stack safely.
We can also advise you and study for you the pallets best suited to your needs according to your logistics and storage constraints.
General and Precautions for use
When handling by hand, we strongly advise you to wear suitable safety gloves. Keep out of reach of children. These bags can be used for packaging and product and waste packaging.
In addition, our experts are at your disposal to advise you and offer you the best selection by email or phone.
Quality of builders bags
Our products are manufactured according to strict quality criteria using controlled and high quality raw materials.
Sampling tests are carried out to ensure sustainable use and use in accordance with specifications. The lifting points and seams are also checked by loading and tensioning.
Impeccable...
Très bien, matière solide. Indispensable pour la production alimentaire.
bien reçu la commande pas encore utilisé parce que pas encore moissonné
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une commande de 150 sacs de ce modèle vient d’être passé par le FCSMO pour transporter des habits de coureurs lors d'un semi marathon
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