What is the purpose of a grain silo?
What is the purpose of a grain silo? A silo is a structure for storing bulk materials. Silos are used in agriculture to store grain or fermented feed known as silage. Silos are more commonly used for bulk storage of grain, food products. Three types of silos are in widespread use today: tower silos, bunker silos, bag silos and silage piles.
How does grain get to the top of a silo?
First, vertical elevators transport the materials to the top of the grain silo and place it inside. Other transportation systems can be used, such as bucket elevators or blower systems, but a vertical elevator is typically the best choice, though it ultimately depends on the purpose.