ATEX Antistatic Big Bags - Type B, C and D
Non-conductive, conductive, and dissipative FIBCs certified to IEC 61340-4-4 and ATEX for transport in explosive atmospheres. They prevent propagating brush discharges while maintaining cost-effectiveness for moderate-risk applications (Type B) or offering advanced professional solutions for environments with gases and vapours (Type C).
Technical Features
- Material: Polypropylene with grid-woven conductive threads for Type C or non-conductive fabric with a thin coating for Type B.
- Breakdown voltage: <4 kiloVolts to prevent propagating brush discharges in Type B.
- Electrical resistance: <1x10⁸ Ω (Type B) or <1x10⁶ Ω (Type C) to the earthing point.
- Grounding system: Conductive loops with mandatory earth connection; integrated system with metallic strips and grounding cable for Type C.
- Protection: Anti-spark, anti-brush, and anti-propagating brush discharges (PBD).
- Visual safety: Yellow ATEX labelling and certified instructions.
Specialised Configurations:
- Asbestos Cement Big Bag (Bonded/Non-friable): Sheets, pipes, and asbestos-cement roofing with optimised dimensions for whole material disposal
- Friable asbestos Big Bags: With internal liner for dust containment
- Contaminated soil Big Bags: Designed for environmental remediation
Key operational benefits:
- Explosion prevention: Total safety against electrostatic ignition in ATEX-classified atmospheres.
- Guaranteed reliability: Electrical continuity tests rigorously performed on every production batch.
- Regulatory compliance: Full adherence to European directives for hazardous areas.
- Plant customisation: Capability for dedicated custom earthing systems tailored to specific production lines.
