Modern grain storage has evolved a long way from the simple barn silo. Preserving a harvest until it can be delivered to market has become a science in and of itself. So too has the design of grain storage bins and grain handling systems.
The contemporary farm has it’s own small-scale version of the grain elevator. Retailers for Grain Storage Bins in Southern Idaho can offer farmers a variety of erectable structures depending upon the particular needs and average harvests of the farmer’s operation. Stiffened or unstiffened bins, ranging in sizes from fifteen to over fifty feet can be assembled on-site. The rolled corrugated panels fit together snugly to ensure all-weather protection to keep that precious harvest tight and dry.
But mere bulk storage in and of itself is only part of the equation when it comes to grain handling. The modern grain storage system consists not only just the bin itself, but also mechanical conveyors for moving tons of grain from harvester to storage, fans, heaters, and electronic controls for the whole system. Preventing the buildup of grain dust which could result in a fire and explosion is part of the safety design for the modern grain bin. Fans keep air circulating and also help de-humidify the interior spaces to prevent rotting. Internal heaters speed up drying and de-humidification of the grain to keep the harvest fresh until it can finally be off-loaded for final delivery. Grain sweeps, both single- and dual-armed, operate while fully submersed to speed up emptying of the bin when it’s time to transfer all that grain to the trucks.
A grain processing and storage system is at the core of every farm’s operation. How complex it is depends upon the scale of the operation. Professional consultants will assist the farmer in determining the right solution to fit his needs of the moment as well as anticipated future needs for expanded storage and handling of bulk grain.
Check Out Domain. The website has a quick guide to the various brands and systems available to select from. Dealing in all-weather grain storage bins in Southern Idaho has been part of the business for over thirty years.
