How To Keep Grain From Sticking To Bin Floor

How To Keep Grain From Sticking To Bin Floor CROP STORAGE Handling Equipment 19-1-33 "We've discovered that if we cover the floor of grain bins with insulation, we can keep grain from sticking to the concrete floor," says Matthew Hempel, Eldridge, Mo. "We have a 3,000 bu. bin with a concrete floor. We covered the entire floor with 3/4-in. construction-type cellulose insulation with foil on both sides ("Tuff R" is one name for it) four years ago.- It comes in large, flat panels. Our bins now sweep out clean every time we empty out. Even with the bin full, the weight of the corn does not crush the insulation. It seems like you need at least 3/4-in. insulation. We tried using 1/2-in. and there was a slight mold problem at the bottom. "The insulation is still in good shape even after four years of use." Contact: FARM SHOW Followup, Mat-thew T. Hempel, Semper Fidelis Ranch, Rt. 1, Box 52, Eldridge, Mo. 65463 (ph 314 363-5213).

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