Conductive FIBC Bags | Type-C FIBC Bags

How Conductive Bulk Bags Work :

Type C FIBCs are constructed of fabrics with conductive carbon, silver core, or steel threads woven into them no more than a certain maximum allowable distance apart, creating a Faraday cage. Therefore, when one part of the FIBC is connected to a grounding cable, or comes into contact with any other conductor that is grounded, the entire bag then becomes safely grounded.

Even though not all of the product contacts the conductive threads, the spacing of these threads is such that any isolated charge that develops on the surface of the bag is drawn toward the grounded threads, effectively neutralizing that charge. Once grounded, the bag technically cannot hold onto enough electrostatic energy to cause ignitions of a flammable environment. Although Type C FIBCs still require a great deal of care and caution from operators to ensure they are grounded, they are an effective means of preventing dangerous static discharge hazards.

Where & When Type C FIBCs Work

Using Type C or Groundable FIBCs can be a very effective guard against incendive electrical discharges as long as the bags remain grounded during both filling and discharging of product. If the bag becomes ungrounded during either of these processes for any reason, it can create an extremely dangerous and explosive situation. Great care must be taken by operators to ensure a positive ground is achieved and maintained before beginning to use the FIBC.

When used correctly and consistently, Type C bags can be used in nearly any flammable or combustible environment with very low MIEs (Minimum Ignition Energies). However, Procon Pacific recommends that you consult an expert to determine the most appropriate package for use in your particular environment. With our full understanding of Type C and all other classifications of FIBCs, Procon Pacific can answer any questions you might have about the bulk bag solutions that work best for your particular applications.

Some companies refuse to use anything else other than Type C FIBCs in their sensitive processes. For that reason, this is the most common type of FIBC for use in flammable and combustible environments. There is, and always will be a large demand, for these types of packages. If you desire to learn more about using Type C FIBCs, please contact us and we would be happy to consult you on your specific situation. Our professional, experienced and courteous staff can answer just about any question you may have about any type of FIBCs.