ibc bulk — product overview
This product is part of our ibc bulk catalog at Rackable Pallets, engineered for industrial supply-chain duty in warehousing, distribution, and material handling. Every unit is molded from virgin high-density polyethylene (HDPE) for a service life that typically outlasts wood or corrugated alternatives by an order of magnitude.
The Foldable IBC | 40 x 48 x 43 | BCE ships ready for daily cycling across cold-chain, food-grade, pharma, and heavy-industrial programs. HDPE construction is compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.1520 HDPE standards and aligns with the hygiene, load, and handling standards industrial buyers rely on.
Why plastic beats wood and corrugated
Plastic containers hold their stated load across years of daily cycling. Wood splinters, absorbs moisture, and requires ISPM-15 heat treatment for export. HDPE skips all three — it ships internationally without treatment paperwork, resists moisture and mold, and cleans with 180°F caustic washdown for hygienic reuse in food-contact programs.
Common applications for ibc bulk
- Automotive and industrial parts distribution — closed-loop unit-load shipping.
- Food and beverage processing — hygienic washdown between product runs.
- Cold-chain and freezer storage — HDPE rated from −40°F to +180°F working temperature.
- Agricultural seed and grain handling — direct-discharge configurations available.
- Chemical and ingredient bulk transfer — HDPE chemical resistance across pH 1–14.
- Export shipping to Asia-Pacific, EU, and Latin America lanes — customs-safe and ISPM-15 exempt.
Specifications buyers ask about most
Buyers comparing options typically look at five data points: static and dynamic load ratings, empty-stack or collapse ratio, bottom-runner configuration, deck material (food-grade, freezer-rated, or standard industrial HDPE), and reinforcement options (steel rods, fiberglass pultrusions, or non-reinforced). Every unit in the catalog ships with a published spec sheet so downstream decisions rest on verifiable numbers rather than marketing copy.
Shipping and fulfillment
Each unit ships from our nearest regional yard (Dallas, Atlanta, Los Angeles, or Newark) on a 5-business-day lead time for stocked footprints. Custom runs take 3–6 weeks depending on mold availability. For pricing or spec-sheet downloads, browse our full ibc bulk line or request a quote from our team.
Closed-loop program support
Most industrial buyers running ibc bulk at volume need more than unit-price quotes — they need a supplier who manages the full fleet life cycle. We run closed-loop recovery programs for every product line in the catalog: we pick up retired units from your dock, wash and inspect them against a 22-point structural checklist, and credit the recovered material (or refurbished stock) against your next order. For high-turnover programs the net cost per cycle drops well below the wood-pallet equivalent by year two. Ask about fleet recovery when you request a quote — our operations team can size a program to your annual throughput and recommend whether stock, custom, or a hybrid pallet fleet pays back fastest on your lanes.
The smooth ALPAL pallet base, rigid plastic components, and sterile steel uprights prevent any contamination risk from damp conditions, pest infestation, or compromised packaging integrity. Additionally, the unit is quick and easy to clean— always keeping your packaging in pristine condition.
The interlocking stack functionality and uncompromisable strength of the steel uprights mean ALPAL can achieve an unmatched stable stack height of six units. Eliminate the risk of stack collapses— protecting both your product and employees.
Rest assured that with ALPAL, your product is safe, secure, and free from damage anytime, anywhere. Whether in storage or transport, you can be confident that we’ve got you covered.
* A liner must be used with the container when storing and transporting small granular material. One liner included.
| Dimensions |
in. |
Capacity |
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| Exterior Height | 43.3 | Internal Volume (cu.ft.) | 32.3 |
| Exterior Width | 39.4 | Weight Capacity (lbs.) | 1323 |
| Exterior Length | 47.2 | Static Loading | 6 |
| Interior Height | 34.5 | Dynamic Load Stack | 2 |
| Interior Width | 33.5 | Max. Stack Weight | 7,000 |
| Interior Length | 41 | Floor Type | Pallet |
| Collapsed Height | 8.5 |
| Shipping |
in. |
Features |
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| 53′ Trailer Load | 60 | Drop Doors | 0 |
| 53′ Load Collapsed | 360 | Door Height | N/A |
| Empty Return Ratio | 6:1 | Door Width | N/A |
| Fork Opening Long | 7.5 x 4.5 | Ventilation | N/A |
| Fork Opening Short | 10 x 4.5 | Approvals | N/A |
| Fork Lift Entry | 4-way | Optional Lids | N/A |
| Weight (lbs.) | 110 | Brand | ALPAL |
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| Securely Stack |
Easy Assembly |
6:1 Return Ratio |
| ALPAL containers can securely stack on top of one another. | The ALPAL can be assembled by 2 trained people in under 40 seconds. |
The ALPAL can ship 60 open and 360 collapsed units in a 53′ trailer. |
Q: Do you need to use a liner with fluid and granulated substances?
A:
Yes, the four interior struts are placed at each corner of the woven box bag and attached to the pallet base through a small opening at the bottom of the woven bag. A liner is required to ensure no product loss through the four small strut corner openings. One liner is included with the ALPAL 40″ x 48″ x 43″ Stackable FIBC.
Q: Will the ALPAL ship fully assembled?
A:
No, the ALPAL arrives in flat-packed form.
The top ring housing the 12 load-bearing struts
is nestled securely on top of the pallet deck.
Q: Do I need a lid to stack ALPAL containers?
A:
No, the ALPAL does not require a lid to stack but it does require the top ring must be firmly attached to the top of all the struts in order to safely stack.