Epoxy Coated Steel Bolted Tanks for Silo Storage: Bulk Containment for Dry Goods
Attribute |
Value |
Steel plates thickness |
3mm to 12mm, depends on the tank structure |
Corrosion Integrity |
Excellent |
Chemical Resistance |
Excellent |
Capacity |
20 m3 to 18,000 m3 |
Service life |
≥30 years |
Permeability |
Gas / liquid impermeable |
In the industrial and agricultural sectors, the safe and efficient storage of dry goods is a critical component of the supply chain. From grain and animal feed to plastics, chemicals, and various powders, these bulk materials must be stored in a way that protects them from moisture, pests, and environmental contamination while maintaining their quality and integrity.
The Fortress of Plenty: The Indispensable Role of Secure Silo Storage
A well-designed storage silo is a vital piece of a facility's operational infrastructure. It serves several critical functions that contribute to profitability and safety:
- Product Preservation: Protects bulk materials from external elements like rain, snow, and humidity, as well as pests, insects, and rodents.
- Operational Efficiency: Enables streamlined material handling processes for loading and unloading.
- Space Optimization: Vertical structures maximize storage volume with minimal footprint.
- Safety: Reduces risk of dust explosions and other hazards associated with bulk powder storage.
- Long-Term Asset: Durable, low-maintenance solution offering strong return on investment.
The Specific Challenges of Bulk Dry Goods Storage
Storing bulk dry goods presents a unique set of challenges that require a specialized canister solution:
- Extreme Internal Pressure: Must withstand immense pressure from bulk solids.
- Moisture Protection: Requires completely weather-tight and sealed construction.
- Product Contamination: Needs smooth, non-porous interior surface that's easy to clean.
- Corrosion Resistance: Requires strong exterior coating against environmental factors.
- Flow and Discharge: Must allow for controlled, consistent material flow.
- Durability: Built to last decades with minimal maintenance.
Center Enamel's Resilient Solution
Our Epoxy Coated Steel Bolted Tanks provide an unparalleled combination of structural strength, superior sealing, and hygienic interior for bulk containment of dry goods.
Key Features:
- Robust Structural Integrity: High-strength steel panels engineered for bulk solids.
- Weather-Tight Construction: Modular design with high-performance sealants.
- Hygienic Interior: Multi-layered epoxy resin coating creates non-reactive surface.
- Corrosion Protection: Fusion-bonded epoxy (FBE) provides resilient external barrier.
- Easy Installation: Modular, bolted design for quick on-site construction.
- Customizable: Various hopper bottom designs and access options available.
Center Enamel: Your Trusted Partner
Our products meet stringent international standards including ISO9001, NSF61, EN1090, ISO28765, WRAS, and FM. Beyond silo storage, our epoxy coated canisters serve diverse applications:
- Potable Water Storage
- Fire Protection Water
- Wastewater Treatment
- Chemical Storage
- Industrial Water Storage