Maize is the foundation of South Africa’s agriculture and food sectors. As a staple grain, the country grew 15.6 million metric tonnes of maize in 2023. To ensure food security and economic prosperity, this precious commodity must be stored and transported efficiently. For millers and growers of maize in South Africa, bulk bags are the perfect packaging solution.
Bulk bags, also known as flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs), are superior to conventional packaging solutions for storing and transporting maize. Their enormous capacity makes it possible to handle huge quantities, which lowers manpower costs and loading and unloading times. Bulk bags are also more affordable and eco-friendly than single-use packaging because they can be reused.
Custom Bulk Bags is a leading manufacturer and supplier of FIBCs in South Africa. We produce up to 3.5 million bulk bags per year and our products can safely hold between 500kg and two tonnes of material per bag. We offer several UN-certified designs and attachments, making our products fully customisable to meet your unique needs.
Benefits of using FIBCs to store maize
- Flexible and lightweight – Bulk bags are made of strong, durable yet lightweight polypropylene fabric, which makes handling and transporting them simple. They are a highly adaptable packaging choice that can fit into a variety of storage spaces, making the best use of the areas that South African farms have to offer.
- Breathability – The quality of maize must be preserved by keeping moisture levels at a minimum. Many bulk bags are made of breathable fabric that promotes enough airflow and inhibits the formation of mould and mildew. This is especially important given the humid environment of many South African provinces.
- Durability – Maize is a heavy grain, so bulk bags need to be strong enough to support the grain’s weight and pressure. To ensure durability and guard against rips and punctures, Custom Bulk Bags uses high-tensile strength fabrics and reinforced stitching when manufacturing bulk bags for agricultural use.
- Affordability – FIBCs are reasonably priced when compared to other packaging solutions. The fact that they may be reused helps South African millers and farmers cut their long-term expenses.
- Protection from pests – To keep maize free of insects and rodents during storage and transport, bulk bags can be treated with certain coatings or equipped with inner liners. This will guarantee that the grain maintains its excellent quality.
- Food safety – Our FIBCs are produced under sanitary conditions and adhere to strict guidelines for food safety, ensuring that your maize remains usable and edible.
Extra things to think about while storing maize
Although bulk bags have several benefits, maintaining the quality of maize requires appropriate storage conditions too. It is important to keep a close eye on variables including ventilation, humidity, and temperature. Furthermore, it’s important to regularly check bulk bags for signs of contamination or damage.
Custom Bulk Bags knows the particular difficulties that South African millers and farmers encounter. We provide a variety of customised bulk bag options that are suited to your unique needs. To ensure the best possible storage and transportation for your maize, our team of professionals can help you design and choose the best bulk bag.
Investing in premium bulk bags can help South African maize farmers increase productivity, cut expenses, and safeguard their precious crops. For more information about our bulk bags or to get advice on the ideal design specifications, please contact us today.
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Custom Bulk Bags is a leading South African manufacturer of woven polypropylene bags for various industries, such as mining, chemicals and food. We are able to produce over 3.5-million bulk bags per year, keeping our customers in stock at all times. Our bags adhere to the highest levels of quality as a result of our stringent in-house testing and quality control programmes.
Custom Bulk Bags holds ISO 9001 certification and we currently have a number of UN-certified designs. We are a Level 2 B-BBEE manufacturer and supplier and fall under the ownership structure of Deneb Investments Limited. For more information on our products, contact sales@custombulkbags.co.za. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram for our latest news and industry insights.
