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Requirements to store grains safely
Most often, the value of the grain (in dollars-per-tonne) is usually greater than the cost of the structure in which it is stored. Minor expenditure in improving the quality of the storage can thus be quickly recovered if commodity losses are commensurably reduced....
Storing grain to reduce post-harvest losses and protect its quality
The proper performance of all the processes involved in the post-harvest handling of grains and oilseeds, which includes their storage, transport and post-harvest conditioning, is essential to maintain the highest quality. Adequate conservation measures are...
Silos Spain participates in the Bolivia International Business Roundtable
Silos Spain will soon participate in the Bolivia International Business Roundtable, an event organized by the Chamber of Industry, Commerce, Services and Tourism of Santa Cruz (CAINCO). During three days of meetings, participants from around 20 countries will have the...
Steel structures for grain silos
The harmony between structural, conveying and grain storage systems is key for the proper functioning of a storage plant. Grain silos are not isolated structures; instead, they have steel structures that enable various functions. For instance, these metal structures...
Irrigation Water Reservoir with Full Lining and Opaque Roof Tarp
The reservoir is entirely lined with a protective cover, safeguarding both the metal sheet and the stored water. This lining not only enhances resistance to corrosion but also guarantees 100% watertightness. Moreover, this reservoir boasts an opaque roof tarp designed...
Thermal insulation system for extreme climates
The new thermal insulation system developed by Silos Spain is specially designed to guarantee the quality of stored grain in countries with extreme temperatures and it is very easy to install. Guaranteeing the quality of grain during its storage is one of our main...
Installation of an Additional Silo at a Pig Farm in Spain
A new farm silo has been added at a pig farm in Huelva, Spain. The new silo, model 3.82/3, significantly strengthens the farm’s storage infrastructure by providing an additional capacity of 53.84 m3. In addition, green pre-lacquering has been chosen, a coating that...
Recommendations for Safe Rice Storage in a Silo
Rice is one of the most important human food crops in the world, directly feeding nearly half of world's population. Adequately performed rice post-harvest handling operations contribute to prevent food losses and consequently to achieve food security. The key to...
Successful Completion of Storage Plant Expansion in Romania
The six new silos tripled the plant's storage capacity. The installation of six new silos at a major storage plant in Romania has just been completed. It is a major upgrade that has significantly increased the plant's storage capacity. The three previous silos, used...
