Metal drums, containers and Ex IBCs
In the handling of drums, containers or other portable conductive vessels, electrostatic charges must be minimized during agitation, dispensing (spraying our pouring), and transportation of flammable materials on or around containers and dispensing equipment. If the item of plant equipment does not have a direct connection to earth it will accumulate electrostatic charges on its surface, which will result in the voltage of the item rising dramatically in a very short space of time.