Big bag emptying station for bulk product handling
In industries where handling large volumes of bulk materials is common, such as food production, pharmaceuticals, or chemicals, efficient and safe emptying of big bags is crucial. This process often requires a system that minimizes labor while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Efficiently empty big bags without a forklift
The SBB Big Bag Emptying Station by GEA is designed to lift and empty big bags containing various types of products. Featuring a painted carbon steel structure and an electric hoist, it allows a single operator to handle and empty bags without needing a forklift. The station supports safety and regulatory compliance and can be augmented with optional features like load cells for bag weighing, a dust extraction system, and a bag shaker. Additionally, the station can be equipped with a stainless steel hopper for product conveyance, and if used as an accumulator, it can also include an extraction belt or vibrating extractor to discharge contents accurately and efficiently.
Benefits
- Single-operator handling reduces labor costs
- Electric hoist eliminates need for forklifts
- Optional load cells for accurate bag weighing
- Compliance with health and safety regulations
- Customizable with various optional features