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Airways

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Overview: The document provides information on Airways® Air Tubes, a system designed to prevent bin wall spoilage in grain storage by managing moisture condensation. It highlights the ease and cost-effectiveness of installation, as well as the benefits of using the system to maintain grain quality.

Specifications: Airways® are available in two lengths, 10’6” and 12’, both designed to extend to the same height on the bin wall. The 10’6” tubes extend approximately 1” below the flashing, while the 12’ tubes extend through the flashing to rest on the concrete floor, providing additional support. Installation involves fastening brackets to existing bin bolts, and an optional Airway Door Kit is available for added protection.

Problem and Solution: The document explains that condensation on bin walls can lead to grain spoilage, which is exacerbated by cold temperatures and high drying temperatures. Spoilage can damage the bin wall and lead to costly losses. Airways® address this issue by using perforated triangular-shaped steel tubes to direct drying air along the bin wall, similar to a car defroster, effectively removing moisture and preventing spoilage.

Benefits: Airways® can potentially pay for themselves within a year by preventing spoilage and reducing stress on the bin wall. The system provides more airflow than competing products due to its triangular-shaped openings and strategically placed slots, which optimize air distribution and moisture removal.

Limitations: Airways® are not a substitute for bin wall stiffeners when such reinforcements are recommended. The document also notes that spoiled grain can create hazardous environments.

Contact Information: The document lists contact details for Sukup Manufacturing Co. and its distribution centers across various states, including Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, Ohio, Arkansas, South Dakota, and Illinois.

Catalog excerpts

n Prevent Bin Wall Spoilage n Easy, Low Cost Installation n Prevent Moisture Condensation on the Inside Bin Wall

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Stop Bin Wall Spoilage The Problem Condensation Causes Spoilage A Little Spoilage Can Cost a Lot • Drying grain requires removing large quantities of water - about 1 gallon per bushel (10 pt. removal). • Cool outside temperatures cause the warm, moist air to condense on the cold bin wall, making the layer of grain next to the bin wall wetter. • As the outside temperature drops, this wet grain freezes to the bin wall. • When the temperatures rise, the grain thaws, sprouts, and spoils. • Spoilage eats the galvanizing off the bin wall and can weaken the bin. • The problem worsens in colder climates...

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