FIBC (flexible intermediate bulk container) bags, also known as bulk bags or super sacks, are industrial containers made of flexible polypropylene. FIBC bags are designed to store and transport dry products like fertilizer, plastics, chemicals, fiberglass, grains, construction materials, seeds, peanuts, and more.
FIBC bags can be coated or uncoated and usually measure 45-48 square inches in diameter, with heights varying between 39 and 79 inches. Weight capacity is around 2,000 pounds. We offer options for closed tops and bottoms and spout tops and bottoms for versatility in loading and unloading.
Coated vs. Uncoated FIBC Bags
Coated FIBCs
Coated FIBCs are designed with a layer of protective coating that enhances their moisture, chemical, and UV resistance. This makes them ideal for storing and transporting products that are sensitive to environmental factors. The additional strength and durability the coating provides these bags make them suitable for heavy-duty applications. Coated FIBCs are often used in industries where product integrity is crucial, such as food storage and chemical transport.
Best Applications for Coated FIBCs:
- Food products that require protection from moisture and contamination
- Chemicals that are sensitive to environmental exposure
- Products that need to be stored outdoors or in harsh conditions
- Pharmaceuticals and other sensitive materials
Uncoated FIBCs
On the other hand, uncoated FIBCs are made from woven polypropylene without any additional coating. They are lightweight and cost-effective, making them suitable for a wide range of applications where moisture and chemical resistance are not critical. Uncoated FIBCs are often used when the contents are less sensitive to environmental factors and benefit from more breathable fabric during storage.
Best Applications for Uncoated FIBCs:
- Agricultural products like grains, seeds, and fertilizers
- Construction materials such as sand, gravel, and concrete
- Bulk powders and dry goods that do not require moisture protection
- Recycling materials that are not sensitive to environmental exposure
Unsure whether coated or uncoated is right for your application? We can help!
FIBC Bags are Easy to Order with Commercial Supply Co.
For more than 75 years, Commercial Supply Co has been a Midwest leader in working with customers to understand how they need to use the bags that provide them the most benefits for their jobs.
- We take the time to understand how you need to use the FIBC bags. We want to make sure you find the right product for your needs and budget.
- We have more than 75 years of experience, working with customers in diverse industries across the country.
- We deliver to the Des Moines metro and ship across the country.
- Our customer service can’t be beat and we stand behind all sales and services.
- Contact us via phone or email to start the process.
FIBC Bulk Bags Available for Quick Shipment
4,000 LBS CAPACITY; COATED FABRIC; U-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-30CDS | 35x35x30 | 25 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-30CSS | 35X35X30 | 25 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-35CDS | 35X35X35 | 29.5 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-35CSS | 35x35x40 | 29.5 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-40CDS | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-40CSS | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-45CDS | 35x35x45 | 38.6 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-45CSS | 35x35x45 | 38.6 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-48CDS | 35x35x48 | 41.3 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-50CDS | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-50CSS | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-52CDS | 35X35X52 | 44.9 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-52CSS | 35x35x52 | 44.9 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-55CDS | 35x35x55 | 47.6 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-55CSS | 35x35x55 | 47.6 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-60CDS | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-60CSS | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-65CDS | 35x35x65 | 56.7 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-65CSS | 35x35x65 | 56.7 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-70CDS | 35x35x70 | 61.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-70CSS | 35x35x70 | 61.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom: Sift Proof |
*NEW* 4,000 LBS CAPACITY; COATED FABRIC; U-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-40CDS4K | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-40CSS4K | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-45CDS4K | 35X35X45 | 38.6 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-45CSS4K | 35x35x45 | 38.6 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-50CDS4K | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-50CSS4K | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-55CDS4K | 35x35x55 | 47.6 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-55CSS4K | 35x35x55 | 47.6 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-60CDS4K | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
| BB-60CSS4K | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Sift Proof |
3,000 LBS CAPACITY; UNCOATED FABRIC; U-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-354160UDS | 35x41x60 | 61.8 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-40UDS | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-46UDS | 35x35x46 | 39.5 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-50UDS | 35X35X50 | 43.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-52UDS | 35x35x52 | 44.9 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-52USS | 35x35x52 | 44.9 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-60UDS | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-60USS | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-3760UDS | 37x37x60 | 58.5 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-70UDS | 35x35x70 | 61.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-70USS | 35x35x70 | 61.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-35UDS | 35x35x35 | 61.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-55UDS | 35x35x55 | 47.6 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-55USS | 35x35x55 | 47.6 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
2,500 LBS CAPACITY; COATED FABRIC; U-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-45C5DS | 35x35x45 | 38.6 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-45C5SS | 35x35x45 | 38.6 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-50C5DS | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-52C5DS | 35X35X52 | 44.9 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-60C5DS | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-70C5DS | 35x35x70 | 61.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-70C5SS | 35x35x70 | 61.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
2,200 LBS - 2,600 LBS CAPACITY; UNCOATED FABRIC
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-24UOF | 31x31x24 | 15 | Open/Flat; U-Panel, 2,600 LBS |
| BB-35UOF | 35x35x35 | 29.5 | Open Top; Flat Bottom, 2500 LBS |
| BB-40UOFCOLOR | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Open/Flat; U-Panel, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-40UDF | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Duffle/Flat; U-Panel, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-46U5DS | 35x35x46 | 39.5 | Duffle/Spout; Circular, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-46U5SS | 35x35x46 | 39.5 | Spout/Spout; Circular, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-50UDF | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Duffle/Flat; U-Panel, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-50UOF | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Open/Flat; Circular, 2,500 LBS |
| BB-50UOFCOLOR | 35x35x50 | 43.1 | Open/Flat; U-Panel, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-50U5DS | 35X35X50 | 43.1 | Spout/Spout; Circular, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-54U5DS | 35x35x54 | 46.7 | Duffle/Spout; Circular, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-54U5SS | 35x35x54 | 46.7 | Spout/Spout; Circular, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-40UOF | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Open/Flat; Circular, 2,500 LBS |
| BB-40UFF | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Flap Top/Flat; Circular, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-60U5DS | 35X35X60 | 52.2 | Duffle/Spout; U-Panel, 2,200 LBS |
| BB-60U5SS | 35X35X60 | 52.2 | Spout/Spout; U-Panel, 2,200 LBS |
BAFFLE BAGS; 3,000 LBS CAPACITY; 4-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-384163 | 38x41x63 | - | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-4048UDS | 40x48x48 | - | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-4048USS | 40x48x48 | - | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-424240 | 42x42x40 | - | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-4240CDS | 42x42x40 | - | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Coated |
| BB-424240SS | 42x42x40 | - | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-424244 | 42x42x44 | - | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-4244CDS | 42x42x44 | - | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Coated |
| BB-44DSC | 42x42x44 | - | Duffle/Spout; w/Cross Corner Loops |
| BB-424244SS | 42x42x44 | - | Spout Top; Spout Bottom |
| BB-44SSC | 42x42x44 | - | Spout/Spout; w/Cross Corner Loops |
VENTILATED BAGS; 2,200 LBS CAPACITY; UNCOATED FABRIC; U-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-354154VENT2 | 35x41x54 | - | Open Top; Spout Bottom (18x22); 13 Ventilated Strips Per Panel |
| BB-354158VENT2 | 35x41x58 | - | Open Top; Spout Bottom (18x22); 13 Ventilated Strips Per Panel |
PE LINER BAGS; 3,000 LBS CAPACITY; UNCOATED FABRIC; U-PANEL
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-50UDSL | 35X35X50 | 39.5 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Tabbed Liner |
| BB-50USSL | 35X35X50 | 39.5 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Tabbed Liner |
| BB-60UDSL | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Tabbed Liner |
| BB-60USSL | 35x35x60 | 52.2 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Tabbed Liner |
| BB-40UDSL | 35X35X40 | 34.1 | Duffle Top; Spout Bottom; Tabbed Liner |
| BB-40USSL | 35x35x40 | 34.1 | Spout Top; Spout Bottom; Tabbed Liner |
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| BB-4024 | 40x40x24 | 26.3 | Concrete Washout Bag w/ PE Liner |
| BB-APC | 34X41X63 | 63.3 | APC Peanut Bag |
CIRCULAR WOVEN POLYPROPYLENE BAGS
| Item # | Size | Cubic Ft. | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| - | 19x30 | - | 10X10 WEAVE; 800D/850D |
| - | 20x32 | - | 10X10 WEAVE; 800D/850D |
| - | 22x36 | - | 10X10 WEAVE; 800D/850D |
| - | 40x54 | - | 10X10 WEAVE; 800D/850D |
Benefits of FIBC Poly Bags
Contractors and construction professionals use FIBC bags because of their lightweight and sturdy qualities.
- Lightweight and strong: Before FIBCs are filled with materials, their value is in their lightweight nature. When empty, these bags can fold flat, taking up a fraction of the space required for other industrial packages. While they are lightweight, FIBCs have the lowest package weight to product carrying ratio, meaning a 5 lb bag can hold 3000 lbs of material.
- Versatility: Because the bags can hold powders to bulk goods, their versatility makes them suitable for many industries ranging from construction to agriculture.
- Cost-effectiveness: Compared to traditional packaging methods like boxes or drums, FBIC bags reduce the need for additional packaging and can be reused or recycled, further reducing costs.
- Space-saving: FBIC bags are collapsible and stackable, allowing for efficient storage and transportation. This can be particularly beneficial for contractors with limited storage space or those who need to transport materials to remote locations.
- Durability: FBIC bags are designed to withstand the rigors of transportation and handling. They are made from durable materials such as woven polypropylene, which helps protect the contents from damage during transit.
- Ease of handling: The bags are often designed with lifting loops or handles, making them easier to transport and handle with forklifts, cranes, or other equipment.
FIBC Case Study: Farmer Found the Right Bag
Finding the right bag was vital for Iowa farmer Chris Gaesser as he made plans for harvesting his cereal rye cover crop for seed and for sale to a local distillery. He found the bulk bag he needed at Commercial Supply Co.
Bulk bags are used in many agricultural and industrial applications and Commercial Supply Co. has access to a variety of types and sizes.
“We are bulk bag experts and work closely with our customers to understand what they need and how we can meet those needs,” says Brad Lilienthal, president of Commercial Supply Co. “We offer competitive pricing and can ship anywhere. We love the opportunity to find creative and affordable solutions for our customers.”
Chris and his wife, Shannon, run GX Agriculture in southwest Iowa, raising soybeans, corn, and cereal rye. The rye is part of his cover crop program, a carefully-designed piece of his operation that improves soil health and prevents erosion. In addition to this cover crop’s soil benefits, it’s profitable to the farm. He harvests a portion to sell as cover crop seed and about 1,000 bushels are sold to Revelton Distillery in Osceola to make the company’s rye whiskey.
On Revelton’s website, Taylor is proud to tout this “grain to glass” process. “We’ve put a lot of time and effort into perfecting the rye recipe and we’re proud to say that this whiskey is handcrafted in small batches from Iowa grains.”
It was a great business model and Chris needed a great bag to move the seed and rye.
“We wanted large bags with baffles,” explains Chris. “The baffles make the bags stronger and distribute the weight more equally.”
Chris uses the bags to transport the rye to Revelton. Finding the right bags at the right price made the purchase from Commercial Supply Co. the right fit. Working closely with Brad, Chris purchased 42” x 42” x 40” spout top and bottom poly bags.
“The bags have worked great and they are more affordable than what I could find online or elsewhere,” says Chris.
Shannon says the recent release of the whiskey was a huge success for Revelton, with customers lined up to get the first bottles. “We absolutely see Commercial Supply Co. as a piece of this success,” she says. “Making sure we had the right bags to move the rye was important.”
Customer Supply Co. raises a glass (of Revelton Distiller’s Edition Rye Whiskey, of course) to Chris Gaesser on the successful venture!
Let us fulfill your bulk poly bags!
Commercial Supply Co. is conveniently located in Des Moines, Iowa, which is the heart of the Midwest! Our central location allows us to supply cost-effective textiles to commercial farmers, construction companies, and food suppliers in the Midwest and beyond.
