Cement silos
Bolted vertical silos from 10 to about 2,000 m³ and foundation-free horizontal silos for cement, fly ash and other powders.
- Vertical silos
- 10 to 1,965 m³
- Diameters
- 2.5, 4.0, 7.5 and 12.5 m
- Construction
- Bolted, container shipping
- Horizontal silos
- No foundation needed
Indicative figures based on manufacturer data. Capacity and specification are confirmed in each offer.
Vertical or horizontal?
Vertical silos store large volumes on a small footprint and discharge by gravity. They are bolted together on site, so they ship in containers and can be extended later. Horizontal silos sit low on their own frame, need no foundation and move with a mobile plant. A built-in screw conveyor and level sensors control discharge.
Comparing the two
See the table below. Most permanent plants use vertical silos; mobile and ultra-mobile plants often use horizontal silos.
Equipment and options
- Filling pipe, dust filter, pressure relief valve and level indicators.
- Butterfly valve and screw conveyor to the cement weigher.
- Aeration pads for smooth discharge.
- Silo load cells, ladders, platforms and safety rails.
- Galvanised or painted finish.
Output by size
Typical values from manufacturer documentation, per 8 hour shift. Final figures are confirmed in the manufacturer's offer for your project.
Vertical silo ranges by diameter
| Diameter | Capacity range | Total height |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 m | 10 to 65 m³ | about 6.2 to 16.7 m |
| 4.0 m | 35 to 170 m³ | about 6.6 to 17.1 m |
| 7.5 m | 180 to 645 m³ | about 10.8 to 21.3 m |
| 12.5 m | 675 to 1,965 m³ | about 15.7 to 26.2 m |
Capacities are in cubic metres of volume. Tonnes depend on the bulk density of the material.
Horizontal or vertical silo
| Point | Horizontal silo | Vertical silo |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | Not required | Stable base or foundation |
| Mobility | Easy to move with the plant | Stationary |
| Capacity | Moderate, for mobile plants | Very high, for permanent plants |
| Space | Low height, longer footprint | Small footprint, needs height |
| Discharge | Screw conveyor | Gravity through cone and valve |
| Best for | Mobile plants, temporary sites | Permanent plants, high volume |
Specifications
Typical values from manufacturer documentation. Final figures are confirmed in the manufacturer's offer for your project.
| Vertical silo range | 10 to 1,965 m³ |
|---|---|
| Construction | Modular bolted steel, galvanised or painted |
| Discharge | Gravity cone with valve (vertical); screw conveyor (horizontal) |
| Accessories | Dust filter, pressure relief valve, level sensors, aeration, load cells |
| Stored materials | Cement, fly ash, lime, GGBS and other powders |
Values from manufacturer documentation. Silo size and accessories are confirmed in the offer.
Built for these buyers
Batching plant owners
Add or replace cement storage.
Mobile plant users
Store cement on site without a foundation.
Industrial users
Store fly ash, lime and other powders in bulk.
Questions buyers ask
How many tonnes of cement does a silo hold?
It depends on bulk density. As a rough guide, cement settles at about 1.2 to 1.4 t per m³. The manufacturer states tonnage in the offer.
Can vertical silos be shipped in containers?
Yes. Bolted silos are delivered as panels and assembled on site.
Do horizontal silos need a foundation?
No. They stand on their own frame on compacted ground.
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