Aeration & Drying Systems

Proper aeration is an important part of every grain storage system and is essential to maintaining grain quality. Properly operated aeration systems help control insect infestation and moisture migration, reducing grain spoilage and saving money.

SCAFCO’s aeration systems can be installed in new or existing storage facilities. We use rigid corrugated, perforated aeration duct made from heavy gauge galvanized steel combined with high efficiency axial aeration fans.

Image of double h-pattern grain silo base. Double H-Pattern

All Double H-pattern Commercial flush floor aeration systems consist of plain and perforated corrugated decking, 4" (100 mm) wide hat-beams, 12" (305 mm) high support legs, ledger angels, perforated strips, corrugated filler strips and fasteners. The plain and perforated corrugated decking are either 18 Gauge (1.17 mm) or 14 Gauge (1.83 mm) thick galvanized steel.

Drawing of Grain silo perforated plank floor Perforated Plank Floor SCAFCO perforated plank floors ensure fast structure erection, uniform grain drying and easy cleaning. Our interlocking planks are precision roll-formed with 14% perforation and a slight crown for added strength. Planks are supported by heavy-duty legs. Floor design features a complete assembly kit to ensure easy installation.

Drawing of Hopper Bottom Bin Aeration. Hopper Bottom Bin Aeration

SCAFCO uses rigid perforated and corrugated galvanized steel pipe for aeration in hopper bottom bins. Fans mount below the hopper directing air into internal ducts and up through the grain mass

Image of flush Floor Aeration Flush Floor Aeration

SCAFCO Flush Floor Systems are easy to install. No pre forming is required - simply set our formed steel concrete forms in place and pour the floor! Our systems includes 14% open perforated planks with round perforation holes to minimize clogging.