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silo unloader for farms with grain storage

SILO UNLOADERS

An effective unloader is crucial in the design of your silo facility.

OUR SILO UNLOADERS

When designing your silo storage facility, incorporating effective silo unloaders is crucial for optimal operation and efficient material handling.

 

Silo unloaders, also known as unloading augers or bin sweep systems, are mechanical devices that help remove materials from storage silos.

 

There are several types of silo unloaders available on the market, each with their own unique features and benefits. Scroll down for more information. The most common type is the enclosed auger type. The power source depends on what is available on farm. 

silo unloader for farms with grain storage

CHOOSE YOUR TYPE OF SILO UNLOADERS 

The Silo Construction Company cast the subfloor component of the unloader into the silo base.

This allows for a strong silo base and is the easiest design for internal cleaning and insect control when empty.

The choice of model is usually based on the out loading speed required and the power supply.

CONVENTIONAL ENCLOSED TUBE TYPE

Size and Power Options

Common diameter sizes.

  • 200mm usually for smaller silos.

  • 250mm diameter is the most common for 42 Ft and 48 Ft diameter silos. These will outload quick enough for most transport turn arounds.

  • 300 mm diameter. Usually fitted to large silos where rapid outload is specified.

Power supply for the subfloor.

  • Electric: 415V 3 phase. 4Kw to 18 Kw as required by size.

  • Hydraulic: Lower cost vs electric, safety vs PTO, ease of use & tractors available.

  • PTO Shaft: Common choice of the past and this option is still available. A long PTO Shaft will be required.

Power supply for sweeps.

  • Hydraulic: Use if PTO or Hydraulic is used for the subfloor.

  • Electric: 415 V 3 phase. 3Kw to 5.5 Kw as required by size.

U TROUGH SUBFLOOR

These types can be used where softer handling and higher flows are required.

Cast into the silo base, same as the conventional enclosed tube.

CONVEYOR UNLOADERS

These have been installed and silo sealed for fumigation.

They offer softer handling of grain & lower power consumption.

SILOZ AUGERS

High-Capacity Unloading Augers

Heavy-duty grain silo unloading augers capable of handling up to 400 tonnes per hour.

Innovative Intake Systems

Custom-designed road and rail intake systems for seamless grain transfer.

Efficient Sweep Augers

Heavy-duty sweep augers for grain silos, also with a capacity of up to 400 tonnes per hour.

Advanced Rail Loading

Rail loading systems equipped with weighing capabilities for accurate grain management.

Grain Flow
Control

Heavy-duty diverters and slide gates designed for precise grain control.

Roof Auger
Solutions

Grain silo roof augers for efficient grain movement and storage optimisation.

Custom Conveyance Solutions

Tailor-made screw conveyors and augers specifically for grain silos and handling needs.

Support Infrastructure

Overhead gantries for grain silos, available through our Agri Dealer Network for comprehensive storage solutions.

SILO UNLOADERS

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