Hopper Bottom Silo

Hopper bottom silos from LGS Projects offer the perfect solution for industries ranging from agriculture and food processing to mining and chemical manufacturing.  These silos are engineered for gravity discharge, streamlining your operations and minimizing material handling costs.  Let's dive into the technical details that make them such a valuable asset:

Understanding the Mechanics of Efficiency:

Hopper bottom silos are designed with a conical or pyramidal hopper at the base, allowing materials to flow out under the force of gravity. This eliminates the need for manual labour or complex mechanical discharge systems, saving you time and money. At LGS Projects, we understand that every material is unique. That's why our hopper bottom silos are customizable to accommodate a wide range of products, from free-flowing grains to more cohesive powders.

Precision Engineering for Optimal Performance:

• Hopper Angle: Our expert engineers meticulously calculate this angle based on the unique properties of your stored material. This ensures optimal flow, preventing issues like bridging or rat-holing, which can disrupt operations and lead to costly downtime. The standard hopper angle is 45 degrees, ideal for most free-flowing materials. We also offer customizable hopper angles of 30, 50, 55, 60 degrees upon request, ensuring optimal discharge for even challenging materials.
  
  
• Material Analysis: A thorough understanding of your material's properties is crucial. We analyze factors like flowability, bulk density, moisture content, and angle of repose to determine the perfect hopper geometry, outlet size, and construction materials. This ensures a silo that performs flawlessly, regardless of the material stored.
  
  
• Robust Construction: LGS Projects utilizes premium-grade steel, chosen for its strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. Every component, from the hopper and cylinder frame to the support legs, is crafted from Zincalume steel and hot-dip galvanization for enhanced protection against the elements. We employ bolted and nut assemblies with waterproof washers on circular purlin and vertical stiffeners, guaranteeing a robust and weatherproof structure.
  
  
• Capacity and Size:  LGS Projects can design and fabricate hopper bottom silos to meet your precise capacity requirements. We consider factors such as site constraints, material throughput, and potential future expansion to optimize the size and layout of your silo system. LGS Projects offers hopper bottom silos with capacities from 20 to 1000 tons.  Our silos range in capacity from 50m³ to 800m³ and diameters from 2.7 meters to 12.8 meters.
  
  
• Structural Integrity: LGS Projects provides robust support systems, including steel columns, beams, and foundations, engineered to withstand the weight of the silo and its contents, as well as external forces like wind and seismic activity. Zincalume steels sheets are used in the manufacturing of the silos, which are able to withstand strength 350Mpa. We conduct dynamic structural analysis, taking into account the specific seismic zone and wind loads of your installation area, ensuring the safety and stability of your silo. Our designs adhere to stringent standards, including European EUROCODE and US ANSI, guaranteeing compliance and peace of mind.

LGS Projects is your trusted partner for high-quality, reliable, and cost-effective hopper bottom silo solutions. Contact us today to discuss your project requirements and let us help you find the perfect storage solution for your business.