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LAB Silo Discharge Technology
Problem
When dealing with difficult-to-flow, dusty bulk materials, many still hesitate to use large storage containers like silos, fearing that prolonged storage times may lead to clumping, compaction, or material solidification in the silo.
During extraction, bridging or chimney formation often hinders continuous and trouble-free extraction. However, for particularly high bulk material consumption, storing in silos remains the most economical and cost-effective option.
Solution
LAB Silo Discharge Technology extracts bulk material from the silo without bridging or chimney formation, loosening compacted material and clumps in the hopper before discharge.
The extraction process is completely dust-free and allows for precise weighing in conjunction with the LABOMAT conveying system. The discharge technology is simply flanged to the silo cone and can be connected to existing silos.
LAB Silo Discharge Technology Optimal Quantity: 500kg – 1,000kg per Batch or over 2,400kg per Month.
Scope of Delivery for Silo Discharge Technology includes the following, depending on requirements:
Silo Variant
LAB Silo Discharge Technology can be adapted to various silo types, including:
– GRP,
– Aluminum, or
– Stainless Steel Silos.
Depending on requirements and customer preferences, we offer different silo versions and can also manage the turnkey installation, including the LAB discharge technology.
If a silo is already in place, we can adjust the discharge technology to fit the existing silo.
Silo Extraction Technology
The Silo Discharge Technology includes LAB’s EU patent, which enables dust-free extraction and dosing of difficult-to-flow bulk materials.
There is no dosing hindrance due to clumping or bridging in the silo.
Silo Shut-Off Slide
The Silo Shut-Off Slide allows for easy maintenance or servicing of the discharge technology while the silo is full.
The shut-off device is closed beforehand, allowing the extraction hopper to be easily uninstalled and serviced.
Silo-Filter
For particularly fast silo filling, we recommend the LAB Silo Filter, including housing. This is installed on the silo roof and ensures rapid ventilation during both the filling and discharge processes.
Cleaning is controlled by the LAB automation system and only requires maintenance once a year.
Silo Intake Connection
The silo intake connection allows a quick connection of the truck to the silo to start the filling process. The intake valve is registered in the control system via a feedback contact.
Appropriate signal lights and clear operating instructions at the silo connection provide the truck driver with instructions for starting the filling process.
Silo Level Sensors
The level sensor package reports the silo’s fill level to the control system and includes three sensors:
– Full sensor
– Order notification, customized for the optimal required quantity
– Empty sensor Alternatively, a laser sensor can be installed.
In addition to the sensors, the fill level of the silo is logged via LAB automation with the filled and discharged quantities.
Advantages
- No bridging, chimney, or clumping
- No discharge problems
- Accurate dosing
- Dust-free discharge
- Extraction of small quantities
- CO2 savings in the food sector
Optional Add-Ons for Silo Discharge:
- Shut-off slide for maintenance of the discharge technology while the silo is full
- Bunker top filter for optimized filling
- Silo intake connection for the truck, including feedback
- Silo level sensors
- Sample extraction
- Complete emptying of the discharge station
- Additionally, all system components are available in an ATEX version.