Hopper Bottom Silo

When purchasing a storage solution for your farm or commercial enterprise, there are many important factors to consider before you choose the type of silo that will fit your needs and budget. Herm machinery best quality commercial hopper bottom silo stand out from other storage and handling systems because they are often easier and less problematic to unload. Opening just one discharge gate on a hopper silo can allow grain to flow out by gravity, with no mechanical equipment required.

The biggest advantage of hopper bottom silos is they allow total cleanout by gravity without the use of sweep augers. There is less material handling equipment, less electricity needed for unloading, and much less maintenance required. Foundations for hopper bottom silos are more economical compared to flat-bottom silos, because they can be erected without subterranean trenches. Hopper silos with larger storage requirements can also be stiffened for extra security, expanding their capacity.