 Kitchener
Silos provide strong and safe storage for corn and
grass silage As well as for high moisture corn.
Foundation
Experienced personnel install Kitchener Silo foundations according
to the
Particular ground conditions of each silo site. Under normal
conditions we Use a donut-shaped base with a one-foot-square
cap. The cap has a Drainage outlet and we recommend backfilling
of the base with ¾ crushed Stone. This allows positive
drainage for cement-eating acids.
Staves
The staves in a Kitchener Silo are formed in a unique way
by using a Fielding Hydraulic Press. The press exerts tremendous
pressure on the stave Surfaces, eliminating air voids and
producing a hi-density concrete stave With compressive and
flexural strength exceeding OSA and NSA standards. Hi-density
staves can better withstand the forces a crop load exerts
against Silo walls and they have a greater resistance to silage
acid. The three-ribbed construction of Kitchener Silo staves
is designed Especially for greater strength. The two outside
ribs are specifically located To bring the retaining hoop
to bear over the vertical joint exactly where it Is most effective
in silo construction. A special feature of Kitchener Silo
staves is their steam cure. Controlled
Hum idity
and heat conditions in a steam room gives staves a proper
cure And longer life.
Kitchener Silos are available in 12, 14, 16, 18, 20 and 24
foot diameters. The tongue And groove locking system used
to join staves gives the strongest and Tightest joint possible.
Caulking of stave joints is applied with a power Pointer to
give better sealing qualities.
Rods,
Lugs and Box Spreaders
Kitchener Silo hoops are made from high tensile strength 9/16”
steel rods. These rods have 5/8” rolled threads, making
the thread as strong as any
Part of the rod. The lugs used to hold silo hoops together
are made specially for Kitchener
Silo, according to rigid specifications. Where the rods are
spaced less than 30” apart, box spreaders are used around
doorways to provide unobstructed door openings and extra strength.
All rods, lugs and box spreaders on a Kitchener Silo are electrogalvanized
And dichromated to give better protection against weather
elements.
Fill
Pipes
Fill pipes are made by Herrgott Industries; they are 20 gauge
galvanized Steel with riveted flanges. Adjustabe brackets
are used to fasten the pipe Securely to the silo. Fill pipe
dormers and distributors of various types and sizes are available
To suit the individual needs of each Kitchener Silo customer.
Outside
ladder and safety platform
The outside ladder on a Kitchener Silo is designed exclusively
for the Company. “U-shaped” safety steps made
from 9/16” rod and welded to Angle iron uprights. Steps
are spaced 12” apart and there is a six inch Toehold
for the customer’s climbing safety. The ladder is galvanized
and Dichromated for a lasting performance. The safety platform
is constructed
From heavy-duty galvanized steel; it has a hatch-type straight-through
Entrance, and railings are waist-high for maximum safety.
Chutes
and chute lites
Kitchener Silo chutes are available in galvanized steel and
baked enamel Steel with vinyl coating, both 26 guage. Fibreglass
chutes are available on Special orders. The inclusion of chute
lites improves visibility inside The chute. An S-lock pattern
of construction and seamed joints provide a strong Continuous
chute which is bolted securely to the silo by means of 22
Gauge interlocking rails. These procedures make the Kitchener
Silo chute Safe, roomy and virtually weatherproof.
Door
frames and doors
Door frames on a Kitchener Silo are 31/2” thick and
have rebar around The perimeter for added strength. The frames
are designed to provide one Door opening every 30 inches on
silos from 12 to 24 feet in diameter (inclusive). Kitchener
Silo doors are constructed of one inch thick marine plywood,
treated with shingle stain and linseed oil for a long-lasting
finish. The doors are self-sealing and flush on the inside
with a safety step ladder on the outside. They are fastened
in place with galvanized steel latches, also they are interchangeable
and self-storing. Hinged doors are available on customer request.
Roofs
Roofs for Kitchener Silos are available in all sizes and will
fit any round Silo. Constructed of heavy galvanized steel,
aluminized steel, painted Galvanized or fiberglass, these
roofs are of the high-strength dome type And each has a large
filling door. They can be built over any standard Unloader
tripod. A fiberglass roof cap will provide light for the interior
Of the silo. Coloured roofs are available in green, red, white,
black, blue And orange. All Kitchener Silo materials are delivered
to the job site. All staves are Skidded to prevent damage
and misuse in handling; this helps to keep The staves in a
clean condition. The customer is not required to give any
Help, unless the silo to be built is in a very difficult location
and the Deliveries cannot be made in the normal manner. Our
silos are erected By fully trained personnel who are covered
by insurance for your Protection and ours.
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