Ditch Conventional Silo Cleaning Methods
Conventional silo cleaning, uses a high-powered pneumatic system to remove product buildup. One of the key issues with conventional silo cleaning is the time needed on-site. Typical compressed air systems are slow and have difficulty removing hardened material buildup. This can lead to increased downtime and a higher cleaning cost. For the most effective […]
Regular Silo Cleaning: An Integral Part of Maintaining Proper Flow of Materials
Just as routine silo inspections are an essential component of your maintenance program, so too are routine cleanings. Regularly cleaning your silo can help keep it operating efficiently and limit potential liabilities. Regular cleanings also increase your silo’s usable lifespan, minimize big ticket repairs, and avoid more costly cleaning expenses. Silos that are emptied regularly […]
Silo Flow Patterns: What’s the Difference Between Funnel Flow and Mass Flow?
Construction, cone angles, and the type of stored material are all factors that influence how material moves through storage silos. Funnel Flow Funnel flow silos are usually more cost effective to construct, costing between 20-30% less than mass flow silos, but are not suitable for all materials. The flow channel drains material in the middle […]
Roof-Top Silo Coating
When it comes to keeping your silo clean and running efficiently day in and day out, it’s vital that you are proactive with preventive silo maintenance. One of the most important is checking your silo roof and walls to make sure they are leakproof. Many concrete silos have either a membrane cover, a […]
Our Silo Cleaning Method
A clean silo is comparable to a clean bill of health. When a storage silo is working efficiently, it's successfully meeting production goals. If a silo gets clogged or blocked, production slows down immediately and an array of problems and issues become inevitable. Despite the problems that can arise from a poorly maintained silo, many […]