Proper equipment is essential for safe and efficient handling of bulk bags, also known as Super Sacks®. The equipment you choose must conform to the specific characteristics of your product and the operating conditions in your facilities. At FormPak, we understand that you need to trust that your equipment will get the job done right. …
Bulk bags, also known as Super Sacks® or flexible intermediate bulk containers, have become a standard part of operations in many industries for good reason. FIBCs boast a number of advantages over alternatives like gaylord boxes and 50-pound small bags. They feature a light weight, flexible design that makes them ideal for storing and transporting …
Reliable bulk bag filling is an essential part of operations. Both the bag itself and the filling equipment used must be designed to ensure safety and efficiency. According to the Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container Association (FIBCA), the bag should be suited for the filling and emptying environment in which it is used. Consult the attached …
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Bulk bags are indispensable for industries that work with dry bulk goods such as flour, sugar, salt, medications and chemicals. Also known as FIBCs or Super Sacks®, bulk bags offer a number of advantages over alternatives such as gaylord boxes or small bags. But to fully enjoy the benefits of bulk bags, operators must be …
Many firms hope to save a few bucks by going with a less expensive model for their bulk bag lifting adapters or spreader bars. But as with so many things, the old adage applies here: You get what you pay for. Money saved on a lower-quality unit today could end up costing you later, in …
FIBCs, also called bulk bags or Super Sacks, offer significant ergonomic advantages over small bags, gaylord boxes, drums and other small containers. Bulk bags may help to reduce repetitive lifting injuries, while also expanding the number of personnel capable of performing the required tasks. However, FIBCs do carry some risks of their own, which must …
One company recently found itself grappling with nearly $16,000 in proposed penalties following an OSHA inspection. The inspector alleged two violations involving improper handling of flexible intermediate bulk bags (FIBCs), also known as Super Sacks. However, the company was able to correct the problem by purchasing advanced bulk bag equipment designed to facilitate safe, cost …
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The novel coronavirus has disrupted global supply chains and impacted consumer behavior. While many businesses have shut their doors, FormPak Inc. remains open as an essential business, and our dedicated employees constitute an essential workforce. That’s in accordance with the Department of Homeland Security’s Guidance on the Essential Critical Infrastructure Workforce: Ensuring Community and National …
