FAQ

FAQ - Frequently asked questions

We receive new questions about the IBC every day. Here you will find a small overview of the most frequently asked questions.

Do I have to empty the IBC container in winter?

YES! Basically, we recommend that you empty the IBC container in winter and unscrew all accessories!

If your IBC container has a butterfly valve, then this should remain open over the winter.

Ball valves should be dried and then closed. Between the ball and the gasket keeps a film of water which can lead to bursting.

My valve on the IBC has a fine thread. What now?

IBC valves always have a coarse thread in 90% of cases. However, if your outlet valve on the IBC container has a fine thread, you should check the following:

Is it a camlock valve?

The identifying feature of a camlock tap is the very short fine thread (little thread length). The diameter of the valve tapers all around behind the fine thread. Afterwards, the diameter becomes wider again.

Why is inch not always inch?
Everything about nominal size, threaded pipe, ...

Nominal size is the inner diameter of a pipe or hose assembly. Likewise, the nominal diameter is the size or connection dimension of a fitting.

The actual inner diameter often deviates by several millimeters. If you want to combine pipes from different manufacturers, then make sure that the specification of the nominal width DN corresponds to the same DIN standard.

How many IBC containers can I stack?

The following values are specified by the manufacturer for new IBC tanks:

Static load (IBC container at rest): max. 4 IBC

Dynamic load (Pallet / IBC container is on the move):
Product density > 1,4: 1 IBC
Product density < 1,4: 2 IBC

May I mount an adapter, hose connector, ... directly to the IBC inner tank?

No - Our accessories (not IBC replacement valves!) are mounted outgoing to the standard installed IBC outlet valve, they are not designed for a direct screw connection to the IBC inner tank.

Of course, there are also exceptional cases in which direct mounting to the liner is possible, but we strongly advise against it!