Multi-Purpose Bins For Seed, Feed And More

Multi-Purpose Bins For Seed Feed And More GRAIN HANDLING Miscellaneous Topper Hoppers from Richfield Industries have found many uses since they were introduced 20 years ago The gravity feed bins range in capacity from a 1/2 ton to 3 1/2 tons Fork pockets in the all-steel frame and an optional skid steer plate make them easy to move as needed The first model a 20-bushel bin was fashioned after parts bins used in the auto industry “Richfield Industries has been building racks out of plastic and metal for the auto industry for the past 85 years ” says Tom Campbell “We recognized a need for gravity-fed bins for seed to segregate different varieties and seed treatments Soon farmers wanted them for feed too ” Campbell has a farm background and recalls handling his share of feed and seed bags He also relies on direct feedback he receives from customers “Today our main goal is to save farmers bag or environmental fees on their purchased feed ” he says “We work with Purina Cargill and others on returnable bag systems ” The bins are mounted on the frame for easy filling of 5-gal pails The different models now made are rated in bushels with the Series 20 holding 20 bushels Current models are 20 35 45 55 and 125 with a Series 75 recently added A trailer version is also being introduced Prices range from $1 500 to $4 500 Topper Hoppers are available directly from the company’s online store or some 6 000 stores in 60 countries The one-piece tanks are roto cast from high-density polyethylene with virgin food-grade material Campbell notes that food grade is a crucial feature He admits that it can be tempting for farmers to make feed bins out of used IBC totes The problem is verifying that they weren’t used for toxic chemicals or other materials With Topper Hoppers that’s not a concern While seed and feed were the reasons the portable bins were introduced they aren’t limited to those uses adds Campbell “We have people using them in restaurants to store pellets for smokehouses and golf balls at driving ranges ” he says “The list goes on and on ” Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Topper Hoppers 3020 Airpark Dr S Flint Mich 48507 ph 810-233-0440 ext 1253; orders@agcontainer com; www topperhopper com

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