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There’s more to silo operations than just putting material into a bin and removing it - calculations are necessary if you want a successful operation with minimal mistakes. The discharge process is often overlooked, but this is one of the most detrimental parts of the whole operation. Things such as arching and ratholing can occur, so steps need to be taken in the design of the silo and feeders to prevent such events. Keep reading to find out more about silos, and what needs to be considered when designing a silo.

Silos can be as tall as 90ft, and store tonnes and tonnes of bulk material, so it’s never a straight-forward process getting them cleaned efficiently. The methods of cleaning can change depending on what’s being stored inside it, as contamination, moisture, and clumping can all occur if the silo isn’t cleaned properly - which can lead to material loss. If you haven’t cleaned your silo in a while, you may notice less material coming out than expected, or blockages may occur which can put a stop to your whole operation.  Cleaning may cause temporary downtime, but it’s a lot better than your whole operation suddenly failing. Keep reading to find out more about why you need to get your silo regularly cleaned, as well as 3 different silo cleaning methods.

Handling tonnes of bulk materials can be a difficult task, and lots of planning must go into it to make the process streamlined and efficient. An effective bulk handling system will speed up the transport of your bulk materials, saving you time and money. At Croston Engineering, we’ve got decades of experience handling bulk materials and can help you out every step of the way. Keep reading to find out what a bulk material handling system is, the various steps of the process, and what equipment is typically used.