Grain Silos Engineered for Clean, Controlled Storage

Grain silos from Tarsco provide sanitary dry-bulk storage with controlled flow, precise moisture management, and efficient turnkey field erection.

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The Grain Storage Landscape: Sanitation, Flow, and Moisture Control

Grain storage contains corn, wheat, soy, barley, and other dry bulk products. There are many possible conditions of spoilage and contamination. Some of the common problems that may be encountered include moisture migration, mold and dust development, and bridging, which interferes with the flow. Good storage depends on easy aeration, temperature monitoring, and control of airflow, to maintain uniform conditions. It must have a sanitary design with cleanable surfaces to maintain quality and conform to standards in the food industry.

Tarsco engineers silo designs that improve storage efficiency and streamline grain retrieval. Our flat-bottom silos support high-volume operations with mechanical or pneumatic reclaim systems and capacities up to 2,000,000 cubic feet, while our hopper-bottom models deliver reliable gravity-assisted discharge. We incorporate engineered reclaim and fill systems to maintain consistent flow, along with dust collection and explosion venting designed in accordance with NFPA and OSHA safety standards.

Our construction materials and high-quality coatings ensure a durable structure and reliable protection for your product. Tarsco provides epoxy-coated carbon steel, stainless steel, and dual-material silos with inside linings approved for food-contact applications to ensure no contamination takes place. Using bolted panels makes installation fast, scalable, and easy to maintain, while welded silos offer smooth walls preferred in high-volume mass flow. Furthermore, integration with conveyors, elevators, and auxiliary equipment allows a continuous grain handling process throughout the facility.

Core Advantages of Our Grain Tanks

Tarsco’s grain storage solutions are engineered to provide sanitary storage, predictable discharge, and efficient on-site assembly for reliable grain management.

Engineered Flow Control

Our silos are designed for consistent mass flow or funnel flow design, with mechanical reclaim equipment strategically positioned. They help prevent bridging and assure smooth, reliable discharge.

Moisture & Temperature Management

Integrated aeration and monitoring systems will ensure the achievement of uniform conditions by controlling moisture migration and temperature, while actively monitoring environmental parameters to ensure grain quality is protected during storage.

Food-Grade Protection

Coatings that are FDA approved, stainless options, and hygienic welds with factory-baked finishes and smooth surfaces assure safe storage. They also avoid contamination and save the integrity of stored grains.

Dust & Safety Compliance

Dust collection, explosion venting, and storage of facilities under the prescriptions of NFPA and OSHA reduce the risk of contamination of grain storage systems while maintaining a safe environment.

Scalable, High-Capacity Designs

Our silos are available in a range of diameters and volumes, including flat-bottom silos for process grain applications up to ~56,634 m³ (2,000,000 cubic feet) and hopper-bottom configurations. They come with optional accessories and reclaim systems included, allowing customization for any facility requirement.

Fast, Low-Impact Installation

Tarsco’s bolted panel construction and ground-level erection make for quick, safe assembly with a tiny percentage of crane time used. This reduces downtime as well as the complexity of installation.

Subcategories

Landfill Leachate

Bolted tanks for leachate collection and equalization. Chemical-resistant coatings, secondary containment, and accessories for safe, compliant storage.

Chemical Storage

Tanks for chemical storage - engineered, coated, and installed by in-house crews. Foundations, supports, and accessories provided turnkey to major codes and standards.

Fly Ash and Pozzalin Storage

Engineered dry bulk silos with hopper options, level monitoring, and safe access - fabricated, delivered, and erected to spec and schedule.

Slurry Tanks

Bolted tanks built for abrasive slurries with mixers, baffles, and wear-resistant linings. Engineered seals and robust coatings for long service life.

Anaerobic Digester

Engineered anaerobic digester tanks for biogas and waste-to-energy. Robust linings, gas management, and turnkey erection for reliable performance.

Related Industries We Serve

Tarsco grain tanks deliver excellence to a wide range of industries outside of grain storage, such as food processing, dry bulk materials, and chemical storage. See more industries where our solutions meet the need for your facility’s storage requirements.