Drying Silos

How It Works

The Kotzur drying silo uses a specially developed and patented drying cone/plenum. The air is forced into this plenum and then passes through the grain mass.

Different drying silo models, fan combinations and grain have varying specifications, however the typical airflow is 15-20 litres per second per tonne of grain or a complete change of air in the silo each 25-50 seconds.

This airflow is 10-15 times that achieved using conventional aeration. The plenum design ensures that this air flow is uniform through the grain mass and is not restricted by screens etc.

Specifications

ModelCapacity M3Capacity Wheat T(1)Max Load T(2)Height to Centre MHeight to Eave MNom. Diameter MOutlet Height mm (8)Cone AngleAuger Length(3) M (ft)Footing Plan StyleWide Load Pilots (4)Centre Fill SizeRoof Inspection Hole (6)Sight Glass Level (7) IndicationExternal Wall Roof LadderWall Ladder CageRemote Opening Auto SealingBase ManholeWhite Colorbond Walls RoofSealed Gastight
K463DS 6350587.264.260035°12.5 (41′)Round1610mmOPTSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
K474DS 74596886.84.260035°13.9 (46′)Round1610mmOPTSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
K491DS 9173848.26.94.660035°14.3 (47′)Round2610mmOPTSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
GPE 8-4-35D(5) 1541281429.57.85.870035°16.6 (55′)RoundBuilt on site680mmSTDSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
GPE 10-4-35D(5) 25721323610.38.27.370035°18.0 (59′)RoundBuilt on site680mmSTDSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
GPE 10-5-35D(5) 30325127911.49.37.370035°19.9 (65′)RoundBuilt on site680mmSTDSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
GPE 10-6-35D(5) 34929032112.510.47.370035°21.5 (71′)RoundBuilt on site680mmSTDSTDOPTOPTSTDSTDOPTSTD
  1. Wheat capacity based on typical consolidated/compacted bulk density in silo.
  2. Max. Load based on engineering design. This may not apply to products other than grain.
  3. Auger lengths are indicative only and are based on 35° angle.
  4. Pilot/Escort vehicle requirements may vary in certain locations (e.g. metropolitan areas).
  5. GPE Models are built on site – price does not include on site erection cost.
  6. Due to changes in OHS regulations, from Jan 2003 roof manhole and internal ladder are no longer supplied.
  7. One Sight Glass per wall strake is standard.
  8. Nominal outlet height

Ordering Process

1. Orders

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

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

Earthworks and Site Preparation

Get ready for the installation of additional storage by completing any necessary earthworks.

Delivery and Installation

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.