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Types, Advantages, and Managing Tips for Storage Silos

A wide range of industries need storage silos for the safekeeping of materials u2013 raw, semi processed, and completely processed. But different silos have different applications, catering to a specific material or two. So how do you know which is best for you? Here are all the basics you need to know about storage silos.

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Types, Advantages, and Managing Tips for Storage Silos

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  1. Types, Advantages, and Managing Tips for Storage Silos A widerangeofindustriesneedstoragesilosforthesafekeepingofmaterials– raw, semi processed, and completely processed. But different silos have different applications, catering to a specific material or two. So how do you know which is best for you? Here are all the basics you need to know about storage silos. Types of silos and their advantages: ● Tower silos Tower silos are the most common type of silo, known for their cylindrical structures. They are typically around 10 to 90 meters in height, made of wood staves, concrete, and steel panels. These silos are best for packing substances due to their size and weight. In addition, they require less area for construction because they are longer vertically rather than horizontally. ● Bunker silos As their name suggests, bunker silos are trenches built with concrete walls. They are traditionally seen on the farm, filled and packed with tractors and loaders. However, these silos must be coveredwithplastictarpstopreventair from escaping. The greatest advantage of bunker silos is their capacity. They canholdtonsof material without sacrificing unloading rates, which is ideal for large-scale operations. Moreover, they are relatively inexpensive to maintain. ● Silo bags Silo bags are long plastic tubes that range from 2.4 to 3.6 m in diameter. They are made to be packed and sealed on bothendsafterfilling,offeringaflexible storage system for feeds and grain. These silos are some of the moreaffordableoptionsonthemarket,requiringa lower capital investment than tower or bunker silos. Additionally, they are excellent for inventory management and help lower storage losses. How to manage your storage silos? Silos are designed forthestorageofdifferentmaterials,suchasbarley,sugar, tobacco, beans, and chemicals, among other things. You may need additional equipment and accessories to manage these substances, depending on their

  2. properties—pressure relief valves, air vents, and high/low-level sensors are just a few examples. Moreover, you must consider yourloadingoptions,which can be through a vacuum device, screw conveyor, or manual loading. Are you looking for a storage silo solution tailored to your needs? Make sure to work with a trusted industrial top-of-the-line storage systems for a wide range of applications! automation company offering About The Company: Cybernetikis an Indian industrial automation companythat blends experience with innovation to design, build, and install end-to-end, customized automation solutions for the Food, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, and Manufacturing industries across the world. With 30+ years of experience and counting, we deliver value through customized, turnkey automation solutions with best-in-class productivity, safety, sustainability, efficiency, and ergonomics.

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