About Bhupati Flat Bottom Grain Storage Silo
A flat bottom silo is a large, cylindrical storage structure, typically made of galvanised steel, designed for the long-term, high-volume storage of grains, seeds, and dry bulk materials. Built on a concrete foundation, it offers maximum capacity and cost-effectiveness compared to hopper tanks. It requires mechanical unloading systems, such as sweep augers, to remove materials.
Key Characteristics and Features:
Design: Vertical cylindrical steel walls with a flat, horizontal base built on a concrete foundation.
Capacity: Highly scalable, designed for very large capacities ranging from smaller farm setups up to massive industrial storage volumes .
Discharge System: Because it lacks a conical slope, it requires internal mechanical systems (sweep augers, chain conveyors) to move material to a central discharge point.
Material: Constructed using hot-dip galvanised steel for durability and corrosion resistance.
Components: Includes roofs with air vents to manage pressure, stiffeners for structural strength, and optional aeration systems to maintain product quality.
Common Applications:
Long-term storage of grain, oilseeds, and pulses.
Industrial storage of bulk solids, cement, or fertilizers.
Facilities requiring high volume but low-frequency unloading.