Vertical and Horizontal Silos

Understanding Vertical and Horizontal Silos

When it comes to industrial storage solutions, VIDMAR provides tailored options to meet your specific needs. Our silos are designed for both powdered and granulated materials, ensuring we select construction materials that align perfectly with the properties of the products being stored. VIDMAR's expertise allows us to implement the ideal technology of either vertical or horizontal silos along with suitable extraction systems customized for our clients.

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Vertical Silos

Vertical silos are designed to accommodate large capacities and can be constructed in circular or rectangular shapes. The choice of material for these silos is contingent upon the type of material to be stored.

At the base of vertical silos, it is possible to incorporate diverging funnel flow cones which are expertly designed to handle substantial loads. VIDMAR is committed to providing the optimal solution tailored specifically for your business needs.

Applications of Vertical Silos

• Ideal for storing granulated or powdered materials, whether in raw form or as finished products.
• Suitable for storing sticky materials characterized by high moisture content.
• Effective for storing abrasive substances like cement clinker or crushed glass.

Horizontal Silos

Horizontal silos are suited for medium capacity storage and are designed to be installed flat. These silos feature a mechanical extraction system known as a "walking floor," which is operated by a hydraulic unit. Depending on their use, these systems can be equipped with variable speed drives.

Applications of Horizontal Silos

• Optimal for locations where height restrictions are present.
• Suitable for storing highly sticky materials with excess humidity.
• Great for materials suitable for alternative fuels, including urban solid waste (USW), waste-derived fuels (WDF), and biomass materials.

Choosing the Right Agricultural Silo

Silos serve as a critical component in meeting bulk storage requirements on farms, aiding in the preservation of grains and fermented feeds. Additionally, silos can accommodate alternative fuel sources such as solid animal waste for biogas production. The selection between a vertical and horizontal silo depends on the specific needs of your agricultural operations.

Vertical Silos

In the vertical silo category, you can choose between different configurations depending on your operational needs and local weather conditions. Their footprint in the air is larger, and you have options to customize the design with diverging funnel flow cones to manage various loads.

Anti-wear materials such as stainless steel, concrete, and carbon steel are commonly used in their construction. You can select from pre-assembled containers or have a custom silo constructed on-site to meet your specifications.

Vertical silos may come equipped with various accessories to enhance functionality, such as bag filters, level detectors, manholes, pneumatic transport systems, and more.

Common Uses of Vertical Silos

1. Storing sticky and highly moist materials.
2. Preservation of powdered and granulated raw materials or finished products.
3. Handling abrasive products such as cement during extensive farm construction projects.

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Types of Vertical Silos

Open Top Silos

Typically constructed from concrete, open top silos can be prefabricated or poured on-site. They provide a unique design allowing for easy access to top unload materials, making them ideal for weather-resistant storage.

Oxygen-Limited Silos

Made from materials such as steel and concrete, oxygen-limited silos provide airtight storage solutions. They can come with galvanized steel and protective linings to prevent damage from silage acids, enabling long-term storage and safeguarding contents from external contamination.

Horizontal Silos

Horizontal silos, while requiring more ground space, are equipped with a mechanical extraction system facilitating the easy unloading of stored materials. This system varies in speed to accommodate diverse applications and is ideal for medium storage capacities.

Similar to vertical silos, horizontal silos utilize anti-wear materials such as steel in their construction. They can be strategically placed away from direct heat and underground as needed, with various accessories available to enhance operation.

Common Uses of Horizontal Silos

1. Effective in environments where height is limited.
2. Capable of storing moist and sticky materials.
3. Accommodating materials intended for alternative fuel sources, including solid waste, biomass, and waste-derived fuels.

Types of Horizontal Silos

Bunker Silos

Bunker silos are constructed above the natural ground level with solid walls and are often covered with tight-fitting tarps to safeguard the contents.

Trench Silos

Trench silos involve excavating a pit below the natural soil level, somewhat resembling a pit silo, reinforced with concrete or wooden walls.

Stack Silos

Without structural walls, stack silos allow for temporary storage and can be vulnerable to extreme weather conditions and outside contamination.

Deciding on a silo represents a significant investment in both finances and space. It's essential to evaluate your short and long-term objectives, any potential expansion plans, and other external factors that may influence your storage requirements. Collaborating with a professional fabricator and consulting farm experts before proceeding is highly recommended.

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