Why Heating an IBC Is Important
At room temperature, many materials become viscous, making them difficult to discharge from an IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container). Products such as syrup, sugar, fats and similar substances often become too thick to flow easily, which can result in product remaining inside the container.
This can lead to unnecessary product loss and additional operational costs unless the container is heated first. Heating the contents reduces viscosity, allowing materials to flow more freely and making the container easier to empty.
Efficient Heating with an IBC Heater Jacket
An IBC heater jacket provides an effective solution for quickly and safely heating fluids and materials stored inside an IBC. By warming the container evenly, the heater helps reduce viscosity and makes liquids easier to pour or pump from the container with minimal product loss.The IBC tank heater is equipped with three thermostats adjustable from 0–90°C, allowing controlled and consistent heating. This ensures liquids are heated safely while maintaining the required viscosity of the container contents.
Durable Design for Industrial Use
The IBC heater jacket is designed with a durable, long-lasting lightweight construction suitable for demanding industrial environments. The design incorporates strong fastening straps and quick-release buckles, allowing the heater to be easily fitted to any standard 1000L IBC container.
This secure design also makes the heater suitable for use when transporting containers that require controlled temperatures or maintained viscosity during storage or handling.
Flexible Heating for Multiple Applications
IBC tank heaters can also be used alongside container heating cabinets, where the jacket is fitted directly to a single container. They can also operate together with heating cabinets or heating ovens, making the transportation of heated containers easier while keeping heat loss to a minimum.
The heater can be used for warming a wide range of industrial liquids including water, oils, diesel fuel, resin, wax, fats, butters such as ghee, glue, and adhesives, allowing them to be poured or pumped more easily.
Tip! For faster and more efficient heating, we recommend using the IBC insulated lid (sold separately). The lid attaches easily to the top of the container and helps reduce heat loss during the heating process.
Technical Specifications
- Teflon-coated polyester material
- Polyester Insulation
- Silicone Heating Wire
- Adjustable quick-release buckles
- 3M Power Cable (no plug)
- Safety Thermostat
- Standard sizes, e.g. IBC 1000L
- 3 Digital Thermostats 0-90º
- IP40 Protection (Optional IP54)
- Insulation lid sold separately
- Warm-up duration approx. 48h (1000L drum with water starting from +15º C to +50º C with 2×1000 W heaters and isolation lid)
- Warm-up duration approx. 48h (1000L drum with water starting from +15º C to +70º C with 3×1000 W heaters and isolation lid)
Ideal for Heating Up
- Water
- Oils and diesel fuel
- Resin
- Vaseline
- Wax, e.g. lanolin (wool wax or wool grease)
- Fats
- Butters e.g. Ghee
- Glue and adhesive
