Agricultural Big Bag
Agricultural big bags
Big bags are essential for logistical efficiency and production in agriculture. We take great care to ensure that our range of big bags is suitable for the safe storage and transportation of bulk agricultural produce.
Ideal for farmers
Big bags for farmers are extremely practical and represent an ideal, versatile and robust solution that adapts to all constraints.
They can hold large quantities of material, and the woven polypropylene makes them capable of withstanding heavy loads without tearing. Grain, fertiliser, seed and finer products such as powders or granules are regularly stored in agricultural big bags, ensuring that they are also protected.
What are they used for?
Grain storage and transport
Agricultural or food big bags can have a filling spout to make it easier to handle crops, particularly very fine or even powdery grain.
- Grains and cereals: Big bags are commonly used to store and transport grains such as wheat, maize, rice and barley.
- Seeds: They are used to store seeds in optimum conditions until they are used or sold.
- Fertilisers: Big bags make it easier to handle and transport bulk fertilisers, whether chemical or organic.
Storage and transport of straw and hay
- Easy to transport thanks to integrated loops or handles, they can be quickly loaded and unloaded using forklift trucks or other handling equipment.
- Protection from the elements such as rain, snow and excess moisture, which is crucial for preserving quality and preventing mould or decay.
- Efficient storage: orderly stacking in a warehouse or under cover.
- Quantification: the use of big bags allows for better stock management, as each bag can be precisely quantified according to its content, facilitating inventory and usage planning.
- Flexibility of use: once filled with straw or hay, they can also be used as temporary barriers or supports for other agricultural operations.
Other uses for agricultural big bags
The agricultural big bags listed by Containers Service can also be used to collect and transport agricultural waste, such as harvest or production residues and soiled packaging, for easy transportation to treatment sites. Depending on how they are made, the filling and emptying chutes will guide the pouring/dumping of the material to the desired location.
The different lifting points for an agricultural container
Food big bags can have different types of lifting points, making them easier to handle with equipment such as forklift trucks or cranes.
Standard buckles (or handles) :
- Corner loops: Four loops located at each corner of the bag. This is the most common configuration, providing balanced and stable lifting.
- Side loops: Sometimes additional loops can be placed on the sides for alternative lifting options.
Crossed loops:
These loops are connected diagonally from corner to corner across the top of the bag, forming a cross. This configuration helps to stabilise the bag during lifting, distributing the load evenly and minimising deformation.
Single-point buckles:
Designed for overhead operations, such as in some processing facilities where floor space is limited. The bag has a single strong loop at the top for a central lifting point.
Skirt loops:
In some designs, the filler skirt (an extra fabric that covers the top of the bag) can also be used as a lifting point, offering extra protection to the contents during lifting.
Choosing the right agricultural big bag
To choose the right agricultural product, you need to consider a number of technical and practical aspects to ensure that it meets your needs perfectly.
Height / Width / Depth (or diameter)
- Type of product : If you're storing produce that needs to spread out (such as potatoes or onions), consider a bag with a wider base to reduce the filling height and therefore the pressure on the produce at the bottom.
- Storage/transport: Big bags with a 90x90 cm base are common and fit well on standard pallets.
- The height of the big bag is critical to ensure that the volumetric capacity matches requirements while facilitating handling and transport. The height of the bag must be such that, when filled, it is neither too full nor too empty - a detail that is important.
Volume
To determine the volume required for your use, you need to base your choice on the total quantity of product to be stored. The important thing is to choose a container that can hold the desired quantity without overflowing or underfilling.
Packaging
An important factor in choosing a container is the type of filling and emptying: with a spout or a skirt, big bags come in all shapes and configurations: the spout is particularly appreciated when filling or emptying from a hopper, while the skirt is used to make large flaps on the sides for easier, safer closing.
Grammage and strength of the agricultural big bag
The grammage per square metre (g/m² or kgtoile) indicates the thickness of the fabric used. A higher grammage generally means a thicker, more resistant fabric. The grammage of the fabric used in our big bags is clearly indicated on our technical data sheets.
For heavier or abrasive materials, opt for a higher grammage. A typical grammage for a big bag could vary between 160 and 230 g/m², but this can increase depending on strength requirements.
The strength or Maximum Payload (MPL) of a big bag depends on a number of factors, including the quality of the fabric, the type of stitching, whether or not it has been coated or treated, and the overall design of the bag. It identifies the weight the big bag can support without breaking.
We have a range of big bags for heavy loads, so don't hesitate to check them out.
Finally, reinforced seams will also ensure maximum strength when carrying heavy or sharp materials.
Tips for storing big bags
- Choice of storage location
Make sure that the area where you store your big bags is level, dry and stable, ideally on a pallet. They are generally UV-resistant and can be left outdoors.
- Regular inspection
Inspect stored big bags regularly to identify any signs of damage or deterioration, such as tears or mould.
- Compliance with safety standards
Ensure that the storage of big bags complies with all local safety and environmental standards and regulations.
Tips for transporting and handling big bags
- Inspect the big bags: Before handling them, inspect the big bags for any signs of damage; also make sure that the lifting points (buckles, hooks) are in good condition.
- Attach them properly: Use the lifting points provided on the big bag to attach it to the lifting equipment. Make sure the straps or hooks are secure and evenly distributed to avoid any imbalance when lifting.
- Lift gently: Raise the big bag slowly to minimise rocking and make sure it is stable before moving it. Don't pull it either, as this could tear the bottom of the big bag.
- Keep it low: During transport, keep the big bag as low as possible to keep the centre of gravity low and improve stability.
- Staff training: Ensure that all staff involved in handling big bags are properly trained in safe practices and emergency procedures.
- Regulatory compliance: Follow all local and national regulations regarding the handling and transport of heavy loads. This is particularly important for food use.
Second-hand or reconditioned agricultural big bags
Containers Service offers the opportunity to buy second-hand big bags for uses that do not require the same technical characteristics as a new big bag. Often used in the food industry, they are now enjoying a successful second life. The two main advantages of second-hand big bags are that they cost less than new ones, and that they allow you to reuse products destined for the scrap heap, thereby helping to reduce the carbon footprint of your business.
Find the full range here, often on special offer!
Conclusion
CONTAINERS SERVICE can help you find the right solution and the right agricultural big bag. Whether customised or standard, our team knows the agricultural world and the needs and desires of its customers: filling skirt, flat bottom, emptying spout, etc. Our range, available online or for direct sale, is designed for the transport, storage and handling of all types of bulk product. Prices are on a sliding scale depending on the units or batches you wish to order.
Ask for a free quote. We have a large stock and deliver quickly anywhere in France.
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