Among the many benefits of using FIBC bags is the fact that these bags are reusable and recyclable. This makes FIBC bags not only cost-effective but environmentally friendly as well. However, since FIBC bags are used for a variety of purposes such as storing food, chemicals, other dry products, etc., it should be noted that reusing or recycling bags need to be done following some protocols and conditions.
Here are the things to keep in mind while recycling or reusing FIBC bags:
- Sorting the bags: The first step is to separate the lot of FIBC bags into three categories namely A, B and C. These categories basically define if the bags are in good condition, intermediate condition, or worse condition respectively. Based on their category, you can separate the bags that are fit for reuse or recycle and those that need to be discarded. Remember, only multi-trip bags can be reused, otherwise it’s not recommended to reuse the bag. Lastly, it is recommended to use homo/single polymer design FIBC bags for recyclability.
- Cleaning and sanitizing: One of the key steps in the recycling/reusing process is sanitizing to ensure safety. It is especially important if the material stored in the bag during its earlier use was toxic in nature. In fact, in that case it is recommended to either reuse the bag to store the same material or discard it. Recycling the bag may pose some danger to its potential future users. However, even to reuse, the bag should be thoroughly cleaned.
- Revamp the bag: Sometimes, while in use, the FIBC bag may suffer some damage such as a small tear or a broken rope, etc. In such a scenario, it is important to not use the bag. Only FIBC manufacturers can repair the bag and approve it for reuse.
- Track usage: Although it is wise to reuse FIBC bags as far as possible, it is important to maintain a record of how many times the bag has been used and what has been stored in it each time. This will give the user a fair idea of the wear and tear of the bag as well as its potential as an effective means to store goods.
- Conduct tests: The durability and safety of a FIBC bulk bag is best done through established tests and standards. If an organization agrees to reuse their FIBC bags, it becomes all the more important to conduct regular safety tests to make sure that they are in good shape and safe for use so that there is no danger to the product as well as the user.
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More about EMMBI
EMMBI Industries Ltd is one of the leading FIBC bulk bag manufacturer. Additionally, the company is also engaged in manufacturing and selling FIBC jumbo bags, geo bags, and other polymer-based woven goods such as canal liners, pond liners, flexi tanks, car covers protective, irrigation system, etc. EMMBI is present across 65 countries in 5 continents. This gives us ability share cross learnings and apply it to designing and manufacturing the products for our customers. EMMBI’s very own ‘single homo-polymer” technology, creates products that are fully recyclable & industrially compostable in a single process fulfilling a vital need for eco-friendly polymer processing. EMMBI is an ISO-certified organization and have been successfully been in the industry for over 20 years. We are a SEDEX-approved organisation with a score of 53. This ensures our credibility and continuity of good and ethical practices with our people working with us.
