Fibc emptying stations for powder processing
Streamline your bulk powder handling with single-operator FIBC emptying stations, designed for efficient discharge and dust-free operation in demanding production environments.

Discharges and Processes Bulk Powders Efficiently
The GEA FIBC Emptying Stations are designed to enhance your bulk powder discharge processes with precision and efficiency. Uniquely offering a hygienic method for emptying and discharging powdered products, such as infant formula and dietary supplements, this equipment is an ideal choice for food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Featuring a ceiling-mounted or frame-integrated hoist, it enables single-operator handling. The operator-friendly design ensures easy clamping and sealing of liners to maintain product integrity and prevent contamination. With the capacity to empty 5-6 bags per hour, it supports semi-automated, streamlined operations.
Customize your setup with options like an integrated vibrating sifter or 25kg bag tipping, optimizing the stations to fit your specific processing needs. Constructed with durable materials to ensure longevity and resistance to corrosion, these stations comply with industry standards for safety and sanitation. GEA also provides engineering support and services to facilitate seamless integration into your production line, ensuring consistent performance and reducing downtime with minimal maintenance requirements.
Benefits
- Facilitates efficient bulk powder discharge, reducing manual handling time.
- Ensures product purity with hygienic design and dust containment.
- Enhances operational efficiency with adaptable integration options.
- Minimizes contamination risk via secure clamping and sealing of liners.
- Customizable features optimize line performance for diverse applications.
- Applications
- Food,Chemicals,Supplements,Detergents,Nutraceuticals,Pharmaceutical powder,Beverage,Minerals,Powder formulations,Dairy
- End products
- Mineral supplements,Laundry detergent,Effervescent drink powders,Protein powders,Chemical reagents,Infant formula,Bakery premixes,Nutraceutical tablets,Instant drink mixes,Dietary supplements
- Steps before
- Purification,Drying,Grinding
- Steps after
- Packing,Sterilization,Coating
- Input ingredients
- bulk bags,powder,plastic liners,bags with spouts,25kg bags
- Output ingredients
- powder processed system,discharged bulk materials
- Market info
- GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.
- Emptying Rate
- < 5-6 bags/h depending on bag type and size
- Bag type
- Bulk bags with plastic liners and spouts
- Hoist type
- Ceiling mounted / Integrated in frame
- Sealing method
- Clamp and seal to hopper
- Working mechanism
- Powder process system integration
- Integrated steps
- Integrated 25kg bag tipping
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Automation level
- Single operator operation
- Cleaning method
- Sanitary manner with liner clamping
- Emptying rate
- <5-6 bags/h
- Cleanability
- Sanitary design with clamped and sealed liners
- Discharge method
- Bulk bag to powder process system
- Clamping/sealing for dust containment
- Yes
- Hoist Type
- Ceiling mounted / Integrated in frame
- Integration Options
- Integrated 25kg bag emptying station
- Vibrating Single Screen Sifter
- Integrated
- Buffer Hopper
- Integrated
- Hoist type
- Ceiling mounted / Integrated
- Bag tipping integration
- 25kg bag tipping available
- Screen sifter
- Integrated vibrating single screen
- Buffer hopper
- Integrated buffer hopper