What is BS EN 765 – Transport sacks about?
Sack (a container) made of woven polyolefin fabric other than polypropylene only, closed at least at one end, possibly in combination with other flexible materials used for the liner, to provide the properties required for filling and the goods distribution chain.
BS EN 765 specifies the general characteristics, requirements and methods of test for sacks made of woven polyolefin fabric other than polypropylene only.
BS EN 765 is applicable to sacks made of woven polyolefin fabric other than polypropylene only, having a filling mass up to 50 kg, intended for the transport of food aid.
The determination of the breaking strength of the material of the sacks shall be carried out in accordance with ISO 5081 using the conditioning requirements specified in BS EN 765.
Who is BS EN 765 - Transport sacks for?
BS EN 765 on transport sacks is useful for:
- Transport sacks manufacturers
- Goods packaging products manufacturers
- The goods packaging and distribution industry
- Inspection bodies
- Quality control personnel
- Testing laboratories
Why should you use BS EN 765 - Transport sacks?
Transport sacks are made of woven polyolefin fabric, which makes them very resistant to external damage and abrasion, as well as possible damage caused by the load itself. Light plastic buckles ensure comfortable and safe transport.
BS EN 765 provides you with the dimensions and the dimensional tolerances of the sack. The closure of the filled sack shall be designed to prevent leakage of the product during transport. Following the description of the dimensions, the method of measuring the dimensions and the dimensional designation of the sack, manufacturers will be able to design appropriate sacks.
BS EN 765 provides you with test methods and test requirements for the sack materials used while manufacturing. The various tests including drop test, UV-resistance test as described will be carried out in the same atmospheric conditions.
Following the specifications provided in BS EN 765 lets you manufacture and supply high quality sacks to your customers. These customers will be able to safely use the sacks.
