IBC - Structure, dimensions, weight, etc.
IBC stands for the abbreviation "Intermediate Bulk Container". These are extremely practical, especially due to their cubic shape, and are used in almost all areas. There are always a lot of questions about IBC containers. How big is an IBC? What is the volume of an IBC? What elements does an IBC consist of? What advantages does an IBC offer me? We would like to give you an overview and delve into the world of IBC containers together with you!
The most important thing you need to know about an IBC container: They can store up to 1000 liters of water! Or just 800 liters, 600 liters or 300 liters. Of course, you can also store or transport other liquids in it, such as chemicals or food. However, the IBC container must be compatible with the respective liquids. These properties can be found in the properties overview or article description.
Contents:
If you want to use it to collect rainwater and have a relatively large garden, 1000 liter IBC containers are perfect. The 1000 liter tanks (see illustration on the left) are also very useful in the industrial sector.
The smallest IBC tank on the market with 300 liters (see illustration on the right) proves to be extremely practical as a competitor to a standard barrel. Thanks to the pallet that can be driven under, which has the dimensions of half an EU pallet, the IBC is very space-saving compared to a drum. You can't go wrong with a 600 liter IBC container (see illustration in the middle). Whether you are a hobby gardener or a commercial customer - this IBC container is versatile.
3. what elements does an IBC consist of?
Intermediate Bulk Containers basically consist of the following elements:
The tubular steel frame, also called mesh box / mesh cage, is mounted on a pallet. The IBC pallet is a wooden, plastic, composite or galvanized steel pallet. The IBC inner container, also known as the IBC bottle, is extrusion-blown from high-quality HDPE and is usually transparent. However, we also supply IBCs with a black bottle. This guarantees optimum UV protection. At the top of the water tank there is a filling opening with a lid, which can be unscrewed and has the dimensions DN150 or DN225. The last and most exciting element is the IBC replacement valve / outlet tap. This is fitted directly to the inner container by the manufacturer. A threaded outlet allows you to connect any number of other connections.
✓ 300 - 1000 liter volume
✓ Space-saving thanks to cubic shape
✓ High load capacity
✓ Double, triple volume of 1000 liters possible thanks to tank connector set
✓ Stackable
✓ Can be driven under, nestable pallet
✓ Optimum and fast residual emptying
✓ Can be used multiple times
✓ Enormous number of connection options
✓ Inner container made of HDPE - transparent or colored
✓ Protection of the inner container incl. stored goods with mesh box
The most important thing you need to know about an IBC container: They can store up to 1000 liters of water! Or just 800 liters, 600 liters or 300 liters. Of course, you can also store or transport other liquids in it, such as chemicals or food. However, the IBC container must be compatible with the respective liquids. These properties can be found in the properties overview or article description.
Contents:
- Which size is suitable for which purpose?
- How big and heavy is an IBC?
- What elements does an IBC consist of?
- What advantages does an IBC offer me?
1. which size is suitable for which purpose?
If you are now asking yourself which IBC container is best suited for which purpose, we will clarify this for you. There is of course no fixed rule as to which IBC volume is intended for which area. However, you should always think carefully beforehand about the purpose for which you need an IBC container.If you want to use it to collect rainwater and have a relatively large garden, 1000 liter IBC containers are perfect. The 1000 liter tanks (see illustration on the left) are also very useful in the industrial sector.
The smallest IBC tank on the market with 300 liters (see illustration on the right) proves to be extremely practical as a competitor to a standard barrel. Thanks to the pallet that can be driven under, which has the dimensions of half an EU pallet, the IBC is very space-saving compared to a drum. You can't go wrong with a 600 liter IBC container (see illustration in the middle). Whether you are a hobby gardener or a commercial customer - this IBC container is versatile.
2. Wie groß und schwer ist ein IBC überhaupt?
| Volume in Liter | Weight in kg | Length in mm | Width in mm | Height in mm |
| 1000 | ca. 50 - 60 | 1200 | 1000 | ca. 1160 - 1170 |
| 800 | ca. 50 | 1200 | 1000 | ca. 970 - 1000 |
| 800 (Euro) | ca, 47 - 51 | 1200 | 800 | ca. 1160 - 1180 |
| 600 | ca. 40 - 50 | 1200 | 800 | ca. 1013 |
| 300 | ca. 23 | 600 | 800 | 1000 |
3. what elements does an IBC consist of?
Intermediate Bulk Containers basically consist of the following elements:
- pallet
- Mesh box / mesh cage / tubular steel frame
- Inner container / bottle
- lid
- Replacement valve / outlet tap
The tubular steel frame, also called mesh box / mesh cage, is mounted on a pallet. The IBC pallet is a wooden, plastic, composite or galvanized steel pallet. The IBC inner container, also known as the IBC bottle, is extrusion-blown from high-quality HDPE and is usually transparent. However, we also supply IBCs with a black bottle. This guarantees optimum UV protection. At the top of the water tank there is a filling opening with a lid, which can be unscrewed and has the dimensions DN150 or DN225. The last and most exciting element is the IBC replacement valve / outlet tap. This is fitted directly to the inner container by the manufacturer. A threaded outlet allows you to connect any number of other connections.
4 What advantages does an IBC offer me?
Whether you are a garden owner, farmer, logistics and transportation company or industrial customer - IBC containers are very popular in every sector! If you are still not convinced, we have summarized the most important advantages for you:✓ 300 - 1000 liter volume
✓ Space-saving thanks to cubic shape
✓ High load capacity
✓ Double, triple volume of 1000 liters possible thanks to tank connector set
✓ Stackable
✓ Can be driven under, nestable pallet
✓ Optimum and fast residual emptying
✓ Can be used multiple times
✓ Enormous number of connection options
✓ Inner container made of HDPE - transparent or colored
✓ Protection of the inner container incl. stored goods with mesh box
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