Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model | IBC-1 |
| Lifting modes | IBC tote, FIBC and pallet |
| Working load limit | 2,500 kg (5,512 lb), IBC and FIBC modes |
| Working load limit, pallet mode | 2,268 kg (5,000 lb) |
| Maximum gross weight | 2,651 kg (5,846 lb), including lifter and upper rigging |
| IBCs | 275 gallon (1,040 L) and 330 gallon (1,250 L) composite IBCs |
| FIBCs | Footprint 30 in. x 30 in. to 48 in. x 48 in. |
| Pallets | 40 in. x 48 in. and 48 in. x 48 in. |
| Design standard | ASME BTH-1-2020, Service Class 1, Category B |
| Safety and inspection standard | ASME B30.20 |
| Intended service | Offshore on-board lifting |
| ABS type approval | Tier 3; PDA 24-2511006, valid to March 16th, 2029 |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F) |
| Unit certification | Required for each unit |
ABS type approval
Model IBC-1 holds ABS Confirmation of Product Type Approval (Tier 3) for offshore on-board lifting of IBCs, FIBCs and pallets. The Product Design Assessment (24-2511006-PDA) is valid to March 16th, 2029, and the Manufacturing Assessment and Product Quality Assurance are valid to July 1st, 2030. Each unit requires ABS unit certification.
BPC Multi-Purpose Offshore Bulk Lifter
The BPC Bulk Offshore Lifter is a multi-purpose lifting device designed specifically for safe handling of:
The unique design incorporates the concept of “full load containment” for both IBCs and FIBCs. The IBC design protects against potential lateral loading when transporting fluids in totes by having the lift frame swallow the load encapsulating the IBC tote. In FIBC Mode, the lifting frame is designed to allow usage of a simple cargo net that enables dropped object protection in the event FIBC bag handles were to break.
- Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC)
- Flexible Intermediate Bulk Containers (FIBC)
- Palleted Loads
Key Design Features
- The upper lift frame is lowered down over the IBC tote to contain the load and mitigate risk of lateral loads resulting from sloshing fluids.
- Vertical slings sets are suspended from weld-on excavator hooks designed for easy on easy off to switch between lifting modes.
- Vertical sling sets with locking hooks are easy to inspect in the field and easily replaced if damaged.
- Multiple lengths are available to easily switch between IBC lifting and Pallet lifting.
- Weld-on excavator hooks are facing inward to protect the hook from damage during lifting activities in the offshore environment.
- Integrated “green” handles for safe hand placement if a load needs to be manipulated.
- Multiple size Cargo Nets are available to best match the various FIBC sizes on the market.
- Rigging available in both Crosby and Van Beest options based on customer preference.
Accessories: cargo nets and pallet bars
Cargo nets for FIBC mode are made of high strength polyolefin rope (3/4 in. mesh rope, 1 in. border rope) with mesh spacing from 6 in. to 12 in. The safe working load was determined by Genesis Engineering to BS 6756 at 7,000 lb (3.15 t) for the standard sizes. Nets are available with an 18 in. center hole for FIBCs with discharge spouts.
Pallet bars insert into the forklift pockets of the tote or pallet and hang from the vertical slings. Each bar has a working load limit of 1,250 kg.
- IBC tote bars, 48 in. (set of 2)
- Drum pallet bars, 59 1/2 in., for 4-drum pallets (set of 2)
- Vertical slings with hooks for pallet bars (set of 4)
- 8 ft x 8 ft cargo net, with or without 18 in. FIBC hole
- 6 ft x 6 ft and 8 ft x 8 ft FIBC cargo nets with 22 in. aluminum center ring
