Resources for Grain Storage Tanks

Whether you are a novice or expert, we hope you find these key terms useful for researching grain storage tanks.

These terms were chosen to help you communicate effectively with clients and other industry professionals. It reduces confusion on concepts and specifications so you manipulate products and equipment effectively.

Grain storage tank

Also called a grain storage bin, the tank is a structure generally made from metal, which holds and stores grain. Its design helps prevent the grain from rotting.

Commercial hopper tank

This type of tank has a funnel shape. Using gravity, the grain enters the top and exits out the bottom.

Corrugated steel silo

This term refers to steel shaped into parallel folds and furrows. It adds strength to a structure.

Rubber liners

You can use rubber liners to keep grain from escaping from storage bins and to keep the grain fresh.

Flat bottom tank

This is a commonly used type of tank for grain storage. They stand at ground level and hold two-week, one-month or one-year supplies of grain.

Conical grain storage tank

This type of tank allows grain to put equal pressure on storage tank walls with minimal surface area used.