The Difference Between Vertical and Horizontal Silos
Silos are long cylindrical structures that are used to store a variety of different materials. These structures add massive amounts of value to construction companies and a variety of different industries. When looking for cement storage silos, one of the biggest decisions you’ll have to make is whether you go with a vertical or horizontal silo.
In this article, we look at some of the major differences between these two types of silos, and hopefully, you’ll be able to determine which is the better fit for you.
Vertical Silos
Vertical silos offer a wide range of applications and are most commonly circular or orthogonal in their geometry. Most of these types of silos have funnel flow cones attached at the bottom for easy unloading of material. Vertical silos are probably the most commonly used cement storage silos and can come with a wide range of different attachments. Some of the applications for vertical silos include:
- The effective storage of granulated materials
- Ability to store sticky materials
- Storage of abrasive or dangerous materials such as broken glass
Horizontal Silos
While horizontal silos are not as commonly used as vertical ones, they offer innovative storage solutions where there is not much vertical space to work with. They are usually used for medium capacity storage and do not offer as much storage as their vertical counterparts. They are usually equipped with cutting-edge extraction systems that sit underneath the silo that can be fitted with various components. Some of the applications that horizontal silos offer include:
- Storage solutions where height capacity is limited
- Storage of materials that are most often used as alternative fuel sources such as USW, WDF, and CAS
- Sticky material storage
The type of silo that is right for you will depend on the space you have available to you and the type of materials you need to be stored.
Looking for cement silos for sale in Australia? Whether you are looking for a vertical or horizontal silo, we have the ideal solution to meet your needs. Get in touch with the expert team at Batchcrete International, and we’ll help you pick a cement storage silo that perfectly fits your needs.
