Spoiled goods are a significant challenge for UK businesses, particularly in the agricultural and food industries. Each year, 4.8 million tonnes of food are wasted in the supply chain, often due to perishability during transit or storage. Adding to the £1 billion that supermarkets lose every year due to waste, these figures represents an environmental catastrophe as much as a financial disaster.
Fortunately, ventilated bulk bags offer a practical solution to mitigate these risks. Here’s why these bags are essential for storage and transport.
1. Enhanced Airflow
Moisture is a significant problem for goods, and especially perishable goods. This applies to all industries, but is a particular issue in agriculture. Lack of airflow traps moisture, which can instigate mould growth and spoilage. This can kick-start a heating chain reaction, fuelling the growth and resulting in product loss.
Ventilated bulk bags combine heavy duty woven polypropylene (WPP) with mesh ‘air stripes’, producing a ventilation area of 45%. The heavy-duty design retains the strength, protection, and durability of FIBCs while maximising airflow.
2. Versatile Use
While agriculture is one of the main industries that has to cope with spoilage (with up to 40% of losses occurring post-harvest), ventilated bulk bags are versatile enough to serve a range of industries, including:
- Horticulture: For storing and transporting bark, mulch, and compost.
- Forestry: Ideal for firewood and wood chips that require drying.
- Food Industry: Useful for non-agricultural perishables.
- Recycling and Waste Management: Prevents odour and dampness when transporting materials like plastic bottles or textiles.
- Fishing: Helps preserve freshness of by-products such as shells or processed seafood waste.
Wherever moisture and dampness could pose a threat, ventilated bulk bags offer a reliable solution.
3. Durable & Recyclable Design
Ventilated bulk bags are constructed with durability in mind. Made from heavy-duty woven polypropylene, they are designed to handle the demands of transporting goods safely and efficiently. This robust design ensures the bags can withstand the stresses of handling and storage, providing reliable performance across a wide range of applications.
In addition to their strength, ventilated bulk bags are fully recyclable, supporting businesses in their efforts to reduce waste and improve sustainability. At Cliffe Packaging, we are committed to offering environmentally responsible solutions without compromising on quality or functionality.
4. Efficient Handling
At Cliffe Packaging, we understand that ease of handling is essential for operational efficiency. That’s why our ventilated FIBCs are designed with sturdy, ergonomically engineered lifting loops and handles, seamlessly woven into the fabric of each bag. These features have been rigorously tested in real-world conditions, ensuring they perform under the pressures of daily use. By working closely with our clients, we’ve honed and refined the design to guarantee not only reliable performance but also smoother, more efficient handling at every stage of your supply chain—whether in storage, loading, or transport.
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Whether you’re looking for a solution to protect your crops, streamline your supply chain, or reduce your environmental impact, ventilated bulk bags are the answer. At Cliffe Packaging, we offer a variety of designs tailored to meet diverse industry needs.
To discover more about our range, why not download our free brochure today?
