Corrugated Silos
Corrugated Silos
Corrugated Silos provide an efficient method of storing bulk quantities of material for process. Not only does bulk storage ensure that the materials needed to keep an operation running are always there, it also provides a way to buy raw material at less cost. Minimizing waste, contamination, and freeing up valuable floor space are additional advantages of the bulk storage system. Silos are constructed from an FDA approved galvanized metal which provides a maintenance free surface. The silos are sealed with FDA approved crosslinked polyethlene foam sealant to prevent water infiltration. Various capacities, methods of fill and discharge are available. Accessories and safety equipment to OSHA specifications are available as well.
REQUEST A QUOTE Find a rep- A bulk storage silo can be a good fit when a facility needs to store large quantities of raw material for ongoing production. Centralizing material storage can support material availability while reducing the amount of indoor floor space required for packaged resin storage.
- Bulk storage can allow processors to purchase raw materials in larger quantities rather than relying solely on smaller packaged deliveries. Depending on purchasing arrangements and material requirements, this can provide opportunities to lower raw material costs.
- A dedicated bulk storage system keeps material contained as it moves from storage into the material handling process. This can reduce unnecessary material handling and help limit opportunities for contamination or material loss.
- Processors should consider material consumption, delivery quantities, required storage capacity, available installation space, and production demand when determining an appropriate silo capacity.
- A storage silo can serve as the bulk material source for downstream conveying equipment. The appropriate fill and discharge configuration depends on how material arrives at the facility and how it needs to be transferred from storage to production equipment.
- Silo planning should account for storage requirements, available site space, filling and discharge methods, material handling connections, and applicable local structural and safety requirements. The AEC product page specifically notes that local standards and code requirements should be verified when planning the installation.
- FDA Approved Galvanized Coating, Interior and Exterior
- 22” Top Access Hatch
- FDA, HDPE, Foam Seal, Double Row
- Perimeter Railing and Toe Plate (10° Roof Silos)
- Manguard Assy, 8’ Dia. Expanded Metal Level Platform (30° Roof Silos)
- All Accessories are Galvanized or Aluminum
- Bolted Construction
- Corrugated Sidewalls, Smooth Wall Hopper Section and Roof Section
- Seismic zone 2A per UBC1997
- 120 MPH Wind, Exposure C, I=1.0 per ACSE 7-98
- NOTE: Verify local standards and code requirements, i.e. IBC Standard, P.E. Stamp, etc.
- Vacuum discharge packages
- Air filter kits
- Gravity discharge chutes
- Level indication
- Silo skirting packages with walk-in door
- Air fill kits
- Crosswalks
- Ladder and cage assemblies
- Roof ladders and safety railings (30º roof silos)
- Manguards (30º roof silos)
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