CABI Box, the mobile storage hopper

The advantages of using a storage hopper include:

• Efficient storage of bulk materials
• Ease of loading and unloading
• Reduced risk of accidents compared to when using big bags
• Reduced material loss and contamination
• Optimization of storage space
• Possibility of adapting to use with the various options
• Easy to move

Storing grain requires special features, due to the specific characteristics of this product. Here are a few important points to bear in mind when storing grain:

Humidity control: humidity is a crucial factor to control in a storage hopper. Excessive humidity can lead to deterioration of the grains and growth of mold, which can compromise its quality and nutritional value. It can also cause grain to pile up in the storage hopper, preventing it from flowing.

Grain drying: if the grain is harvested with a high moisture content, it needs to be dried before storage to avoid problems of mold and spoilage. The storage hopper can be supplied with a suitable ventilation system.

Airing: adequate aeration is necessary to prevent formation of hot or cold pockets in the cereal storage hopper over a long period. Air circulation reduces the risk of condensation and enhances an even temperature distribution throughout the grain in the storage hopper.

Pest control: insects and rodents can cause considerable damage to cereals and grains stored in a hopper. Measures such as insecticide spraying, use of traps and regular cleaning of storage facilities may prevent infestations. The use of a tarpaulin or an adapted roof for a storage hopper or container can reduce the risk.

Constant monitoring: it is essential to constantly monitor cereals stored in a storage hopper to detect any problems quickly. This includes visual inspection, checking temperature and humidity and monitoring potential infestations.

By respecting these particularities and implementing appropriate precautionary measures, it is possible to guarantee efficient and safe storage of cereals in a storage hopper.

A storage hopper from one manufacturer or another may look the same from the outside, but the following factors make a difference to its lifespan:

• Metal-sheet thickness: a storage hopper with a thinner sheet will be less expensive but will have a shorter lifespan due to the regular deformation constraints it will undergo. Thin hoppers tend to blister each time they are filled and emptied. A CABIBOX storage hopper is thick enough to avoid this problem.
• Hopper support: some manufacturers do not provide structural support for the hopper and its conical part which greatly reduces its lifespan. The CABIBOX storage hopper is welded to a 40mm tubular frame to avoid any risk of deformation.
• Welded or bolted: a bolted hopper will be subject to stress on each bolt, leading to defects over time. The CABIBOX storage hopper is fully welded, making it extremely robust for all uses, even if it is frequently moved.
• Diameter of structure tubes and feet: a 60 mm section for a 2m3 storage hopper is recommended for frequent movement. The CABIBOX storage hopper is designed on the basis of 60mm tubing, unlike most competitors who use 40mm tubing to reduce costs.