Field Bins
APPLICATIONS
Kotzur field bins are designed for short term storage needs. With class leading size the Kotzur field bin has the capacity to service the growing category of B-double freight and with a 300 mm PTO drive auger has the out load speeds to maximize your efficiency.
Field bins by Kotzur can be supplied with a PTO auger (FBU models) or without (FB models).
With a ground operated winch driven opening system, Kotzur field bins innovative lid design maximizes opening width to increase efficiency in the field.
OPTIONS
- Fully factory assembled and delivered ready to use.
- Zincalume walls/roof and galvanised hopper/support structure.
- Large, ground operated openings for direct fill from header.
- Ground opening achieved with easy hand operated winch.
- 3 sight glasses per side.
- All silo models can be varied/modified to specific customer requirements.
- Covered by Kotzur 5 year warranty.
- Internal epoxy coating option for short term fertilizer storage.
PRODUCT GALLERY
Specifications
| Model | Capacity M3 | Capacity Wheat T (1) | Max Load T (2) | Header Fill Height Min M (3) | Nom. Diameter M | Cone Angle | Bottom Outlet mm | Base Style | Sight Glass Level Indication (4) | 4 Wheels and Walking Beam (5) | New Rims Second-hand Tyres | New Rims New Tyres | Hydraulic Wheel Lift | Unloading Auger (6) | Base Manhole |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| K452FB | 52 | 42 | 48 | 3.9 | 4.9 | 40/30° | 300 | Ring | STD | STD | STD | OPT | OPT | N/A | STD |
| K452FBU*52 | 52 | 42 | 48 | 3.9 | 4.9 | 40/30° | - | Ring | STD | STD | STD | OPT | OPT | STD | STD |
*Supplied with PTO auger.
- Wheat capacity based on typical consolidated/compacted bulk density in silo.
- Max. Load based on engineering design. This may not apply to products other than grain.
- Header fill height may be reduced with a corresponding reduction in capacity – 3.8 M3 reduction per 200mm.
- Four Sight Glasses per side are standard on larger models. Additional Sight Glasses are optional.
- Walking Beam and 4 wheels per bin standard on 4.9 dia. Bins. This option comes standard with ratchet lift screws which are fully interchangeable with 200mm (8”) stroke hydraulic cylinders.
- Unloading Auger is standard with PTO drive shaft and heavy duty gearbox drive to auger, protected with slip clutch. Auger is 300mm (12”) diameter with 4.2m (14’) discharge height. Minimum recommended tractor size is 50 PTO HP. Nominal capacity in wheat 180TPH.
Brochures & Manuals
Ordering Process
1. Orders
Kotzur's experienced sales team will help you find the best Storage Solution and delivery date to suit your needs.
2. Made to Order
All our silo parts are made to order at our factory based in Walla Walla (NSW). Other handling and processing parts are made at our factory based in Toowoomba (QLD).
Earthworks and Site Preparation
Get ready for the installation of additional storage by completing any necessary earthworks.
Delivery and Installation
Kotzur Silo delivery and building teams will be in touch with you to let you know when your order will be delivered and installed. The duration of the installation process varies depending of the complexity of the set up.