A covered IBC bund is a secondary containment unit designed to hold a 1,000-litre intermediate bulk container (IBC) outdoors while preventing rainwater from entering and overwhelming the sump. Unlike open IBC spill pallets, covered bunds feature a weather-resistant frame and roof assembly – available in soft polyethene cover or hard steel cover formats – ensuring full compliance with Irish EPA bunding regulations throughout the year.

Storing hazardous liquids in IBCs outdoors in Ireland demands secondary containment that performs in all weather conditions. An uncovered IBC spill pallet will collect rainwater over time, filling the sump and reducing its effective containment capacity – creating both a compliance risk and an environmental hazard.

SSI Environmental’s range of Covered IBC Bunds is designed to eliminate this problem. Our polyethylene-framed soft-cover units feature roll-up access doors and UV-stabilised covers, providing full weather protection while maintaining easy forklift access and day-to-day operational flexibility.

All units in this range exceed the 110% sump rule required under the EPA Code of Practice for Oil Storage (S.I. 235 of 2004) and are suitable for oils, fuels, chemicals, acids, and non-flammable industrial liquids.

 

PRODUCT RANGE COMPARISON TABLE

| Product | Capacity | Sump | Cover Type | Forklift | Best For |

| BB1C – Soft Covered IBC Bund | 1 x 1,000ltr IBC | 1,100ltr | Soft poly + roll-up door | 2-way | Outdoor oils, chemicals – single IBC |

| BB2C – Soft Covered IBC Bund (Twin) | 2 x 1,000ltr IBCs | 1,140ltr | Soft poly + roll-up door | 2-way | Outdoor twin IBC storage |

| DF200 – IBC Funnel & Lid | 1,000ltr IBC | N/A | Lid + integral strainer | N/A | Decanting / overfill prevention |

 

INDUSTRY USE CASES

Covered IBC bunds are widely used in: agriculture (fertiliser, herbicide storage), commercial fuel distribution, manufacturing plants (lubricants, solvents), water treatment (dosing chemicals), and construction sites (diesel, hydraulic fluid).

 

FAQ

Q: What is the difference between a soft cover and a hard cover IBC bund?

A: A soft cover IBC bund uses a polyethylene fabric or rigid plastic cover with a roll-up door. A hard cover uses a powder-coated or galvanised steel enclosure with lockable hinged doors – offering greater security and impact resistance, ideal for high-traffic or public-facing environments.

Q: Do I need a covered IBC bund or can I use an open pallet outdoors?

A: Irish and UK EPA regulations permit open IBC pallets outdoors, but a cover is strongly recommended (and in some local authority interpretations, required) to prevent rainwater from filling the sump and creating an overflow risk. A covered unit maintains sump capacity year-round.

Q: What sump capacity do I need for a 1,000-litre IBC?

A: You need a minimum of 1,100 litres (110% of 1,000 litres) under EPA rules. All covered IBC bunds in this range meet or exceed that requirement.

 

Order covered IBC bunds online or by phone. SSI Environmental delivers across Ireland including Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, and all county locations. Call 01 8665676.