HOPPER BOTTOM SILOS

Product catalog summary

Overview: The document provides detailed specifications for hopper bottom silos manufactured by ABMS. These silos are designed for storing various grains such as wheat, corn, paddy, and sunflower seeds. The document includes a comprehensive table listing different models with their respective dimensions and capacities.

Specifications:

Model: Each silo model is identified by a unique number.
Diameter: The diameter of the silos ranges from 4.56 meters to 10.95 meters.
Number of Rings: The silos have varying numbers of rings, affecting their height and capacity.
Lower Cone Angle: The angle of the lower cone is specified as either 40º, 45º, or 60º, influencing the flow of stored materials.
Eave Height: The height from the ground to the eave of the silo varies across models.
Overall Height: The total height of the silo, including the cone, is provided for each model.
Capacity: The storage capacity is measured in cubic meters (m3) and varies significantly between models.

Grain Storage Capacities:

Wheat: Capacity ranges from 46 tons to 1,974 tons depending on the model.
Corn: Capacity ranges from 35 tons to 1,520 tons.
Paddy: Capacity ranges from 33 tons to 1,423 tons.
Sunflower: Capacity ranges from 29 tons to 1,263 tons.

Key Observations:

The capacity of the silos increases with the diameter and the number of rings.
The angle of the lower cone affects the overall height and potentially the ease of material flow.
Models with a 60º cone angle generally have a higher eave height compared to those with a 45º or 40º angle.

Conclusion: The document serves as a technical guide for selecting the appropriate hopper bottom silo based on specific storage needs and spatial constraints. The detailed specifications allow for informed decision-making regarding the storage of different types of grains.