Are you controlling static when handling FIBCs in potentially hazardous atmospheres?

Controlling Static when handling FIBC’s in Potentially Hazardous Atmospheres

Did you know that the movement of product during filling or emptying of FIBC bags can generate a large amount of electrostatic charge. The Flexible Intermediate Bulk Container (FIBC) causes an electrostatic charge of equal intensity, on the inner surface, but with an opposite polarity on the outer surface. This accumulated electrostatic charge will seek to balance with items at a different potential. The quantity of the electrostatic charge depends on the characteristics of the product, filling or emptying rate.

Specifying a certified static grounding system for Type C FIBC bags is the most effective means of mitigating the risk of ignitions caused by static electricity in Type C FIBC bags

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