When to use a grounded antistatic bulk bag
Handling dry bulk solids in bulk bags can produce electrostatic discharges. In a potentially explosive environment, the result can be a damaging dust or flammable vapor explosion. This article describes the factors that create a potentially explosive environment in your plant, how to assess your explosion risks, and one type of antistatic bulk bag that dissipates electrostatic charges using conductive fabric and a grounding device.
If you don't take proper precautions, a dust or flammable vapor explosion can occur in your bulk bag handling operation. A fire or explosion is also possible if you handle solids in small bags or drums, but the consequences are much greater with bulk bags because of their larger volumes. If your plant environment is potentially explosive, you can eliminate explosion hazards to your workers and prevent catastrophic damage to your plant and equipment by using antistatic bulk bags.