BG Basic big bag filling station

Big bag filling station BG Basic — definition: The HECHT BG Basic is a compact, manually operated FIBC big bag filling station for standard powder and granulate applications in the chemical industry up to 1,000 kg, offering an entry-level containment solution with ATEX 2014/34/EU (zone 21) certification, OIML R 76 class III weighing (±0.2%), FIBC type C/D grounding control and an integrated dust extraction connection. Designed for small to medium production volumes and products with low containment requirements (OEB 1–2), the BG Basic offers reliable, low-dust FIBC filling with a minimal footprint (0.8×1.2 m) and plug-and-play commissioning within 4 hours.

Key specifications

• Filling capacity: 200–1,000 kg per FIBC; footprint 0.8×1.2 m; filling speed up to 8 t/h; OIML R 76 class III ±0.2% accuracy
• Compliance: ATEX 2014/34/EU cat. 2D (zone 21), OIML R 76 class III, EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, EN 60079-32 electrostatic grounding, CE marked
• HECHT products: BG Basic filling station with dust extraction connection, FIBC C/D grounding clamp and optional manual containment collar for OEB 1–2 applications
• Applications: packaging of food powders and granulates (FSMA, EHEDG), chemical bulk filling (ATEX St1), packaging of agricultural products, standard industrial powders with low containment requirements
• Key benefit: lowest TCO entry-level model in the HECHT BG series, plug-and-play commissioning <4 hours, footprint 0.8×1.2 m fits compact production spaces, standard ATEX and CE certified

The BG Basic is the entry-level model of the complete range of HECHT big bag filling stations. For higher containment requirements, the full BG, BG-L and BG-HS series are available, validated at our Test & Trial Centre in Pörnbach. Pharmaceutical OEB 3–5 versions are available with SMEPAC containment testing.

The BG-Basic filling station is a cost-effective filling station made of a robust tubular construction.
This can be made of square tube or a round tube frame construction. Thanks to its space-saving design, the BG-Basic can be easily integrated into existing production environments.

FAQ — BG Basic big bag filling station

What is the BG Basic and when should you choose it over the full BG filling station?

The BG Basic is HECHT's entry-level FIBC filling station — manually operated, compact (0.8×1.2 m), and designed for OEB 1–2 standard industrial and food powder applications up to 1,000 kg. Choose the BG Basic when throughput is below 8 t/h, product containment is OEB 1–2 (>100 µg/m³ OEL), and budget or footprint is constrained. For OEB 3–5 pharmaceutical or HPAPI applications, higher throughput, or GMP Annex 1 requirements, the full BG or BG-L series with automated controls and SMEPAC-verified containment is recommended.

Does the BG Basic meet ATEX requirements for explosive dust environments?

Yes. The HECHT BG Basic is ATEX 2014/34/EU category 2D certified for zone 21 (combustible dust areas), with EN 60079-32 compliant electrostatic grounding and integrated FIBC type C/D grounding clamp with continuity verification. All electrical components are Ex-rated. The unit prevents filling if FIBC grounding resistance exceeds 1 MΩ. This covers St1 class powders (Kst <200 bar·m/s) such as food starches, sugars, and standard chemical powders. For St2 (Kst 200–300) or pharmaceutical APIs, the full BG series with additional containment is recommended.

How quickly can the HECHT BG Basic be installed and commissioned?

The BG Basic ships pre-assembled and CE/ATEX certified, ready for plug-and-play installation. Typical commissioning time is under 4 hours: connect dust extraction hose (Ø150 mm spigot), attach FIBC grounding cable, connect 230V/400V power supply, and calibrate the OIML loadcell (15-minute procedure). No specialist tools or structural modifications are required. HECHT provides remote installation support as standard; on-site commissioning is also available as an option, including operator training and CE/ATEX documentation handover.

• Cost-effective entry-level version
• Simple frame version
• Folding pallet supports for easy cleaning
• Accessible from one side
• Suitable for one big bag size (usually smaller than 1500 mm)
• Integration of platform scales, E-form scales or overhead scales
• Loading with hand pallet truck only possible with E-form scale
• Product compaction with vibrating table
  (loading with a hand pallet truck is not possible with a vibrating table)
• Four-sided enclosure possible
• Square or round tube frame version possible

Frequently asked questions about the BG Basic big bag filling station