How do you plan to attach an irrigation or washing unit to an IBC container rack?

The mounting of a watering or washing device works best when you design the tank holder, the work machine and the work stage as a single unit. First, consider where you will fill the tank, where you will use the water, and which side the hose will naturally run to the brush unit or washing nozzle. We manufacture racks for 1,000-litre IBC tanks for tractors and wheel loaders, and we customise mountings for watering and washing equipment.

The installation of a watering or washing device begins at the work route

Choose the location of the machine based on where the work is to be carried out. For brushing and washing tasks, the water must flow from the tank to the machine without the hose getting caught up in the wheels, joints or walkways. You should also plan for filling and emptying at this stage. When the valve, pump and hose connection are within easy reach, the operator can carry out the task without unnecessary stops. Find out more water for brushing -our solution.

On a tractor, the mount is usually attached to the lifting point brackets, whilst for a wheel loader we can design a customised mounting option. Please let us know which machine you’ll be using and the equipment involved at the ordering stage, so that the mounting point can be tailored to your specific workflow. It’s also useful to know whether you mainly use water for sweeping yards, washing streets or watering green spaces. This ensures the system supports an entire working day, rather than just a single stage of the job.

An effective fastening system makes water transfer part of the work process, rather than a separate arrangement.

Dimension the mounting for the watering or washing equipment according to the water flow

The method of water transfer determines whether the system requires a gravity-fed outlet, a pump, or both. We have a mounting point for an electric water pump with a flow rate of 45 l/min. A full 1,000-litre tank corresponds, theoretically, to approximately 22 minutes’ flow if the water flows at a steady rate of 45 l/min. The actual operating time depends on the unit’s settings and water demand. See also water tank for a tractor -our solution.

Keep the hose as short as possible where the water is used, but allow sufficient slack for the operation of the machinery. Protect the connectors and valves from impact by positioning them within the shelter of the frame. If the unit has several water outlets, design the branching and shut-off valves so that you can use water only where it is needed. This also makes cleaning and replacing the unit easier.

Secure the watering or washing equipment for maintenance

Ensure that maintenance points are easily accessible. The tank valve, pump, filter and hose connections must be visible so that their condition can be checked before the start of the working day. If you are using anything other than water in the tank, keep the substance labels visible and follow the product’s instructions for use. On the packaging of chemicals classified as hazardous, the labels and safety data sheets provide guidance on safe handling. Tukes labelling guidelines helps you check the basics.

When you contact us, please let us know the model of your machine, the number of IBC containers, the irrigation or washing equipment to be used, and your preferred mounting method. We will agree on the dimensions and mounting option with you. The racks are made from Finnish steel, laser-cut and powder-coated. We deliver them ready for use, and they can be installed without any special tools. You can find our contact details our contact details.