Grain Storage Bins are structures where grain is stored in bulk. A familiar example would be an agricultural silo used for storing grain as well as other food products, cement, coal, carbon black, woodchips, and sawdust. The silo serves to protect the grain from many different types of weather. The storage bins typically have strong roofs designed to withstand high winds and snow loads. If you need Grain Storage Bins in Oregon, you may want to call the Leon James Construction in Ontario, OR. The company has more than 30 years of experience in the service, sales and repair of grain processing equipment. They also offer superior millwright work which extends the life of most equipment. You can count on prompt service within 24 hours, and innovative solutions to your specific needs.
Grain Storage Bins in Oregon ought to satisfy certain conditions for optimal results. First of all the grain must be dry. The moisture content of stored grain should be reduced to a point where the growth of mold and fungi is inhibited. Second, the temperature of the grain should be uniform. Lowering the temperature can also help reduce growth of fungi and mold. Lowering grain temperatures can also decrease insect activity. If you live in a tropical climate, mechanical refrigeration is very effective. An acceptable maximum temperature in storage is about 18 degrees Celsius or 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Third, grain ought to be protected from attack by insects. Insect infestations can often be prevented with good sanitation. For example grain handling equipment should be thoroughly free of all old grain. Finally, the grain should be protected from birds and rodents.
The drying of grain may be natural as in field drying where the crop is left standing in the field during the dry season. Another natural method involves spreading the harvested crop on a hard surface or platform and letting the sun dry it. Although natural drying sounds nice, it is impractical for large scale grain operations. Commercial hopper bins and drying bins are often used for simple storage and drying. Grain conditioning systems include fans, heaters, raised floors and duct systems. Additional material handling equipment includes bucket elevators, towers, and catwalks. There are many more pieces of equipment for feed, seed, and grain processing you may want to investigate.
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