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STORAGE - Dryer Tips For A More Financially Beneficial Harvest
STORAGE - Dryer Tips For A More Financially Beneficial Harvest
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Commercial Dryers and Caldwell Dryers; with both
systems relying on continuous mix flow technology to
maintain optimum quality of stored grain and efficient
dependable service.
Continuous Mixed-Flow Dryers are used for
drying commodities such as corn, wheat, soybeans,
and rice, with a reputation for durability, energy
efficiency, dependable performance and advanced
technology.
Caldwell Dryers
Why Cubes?
STORAGE
Chief Agri/Industrial originated in 1961 and has grown to offer a full line of grain
and commodity storage, aeration and material handling products throughout
the world.
The success of our company is directly due to the strong relationships we have
created with our customers. Listening to their needs has led to innovative
products that help producers minimize storage costs, protect the quality
of their product, and maximize the selling price of their commodities. Our
comprehensive product offering includes: grain storage, grain handling,
Caldwell grain conditioning, and dryers.
Since Chief is in the business of manufacturing two quality grain dryers they have come up with the following Top 5 Dryer Tips
for Harvest.
1: Proper cleaning/housekeeping
Its imperative that your dryer is cleaned inside and out. Make sure all grain columns and air ducts are clear from last seasons
foreign material that may have collected during the emptying process. Also, the discharge system must be clear of foreign
material and rotating freely. If you have a Maxon line burner, it will need to be cleaned out and check that the burner holes are
clear.
2: Enough fuel
Ensure that there is an ample fuel supply prior to harvest season, especially if running off liquid propane. Pressurise your fuel
train on the dryer and check for leaks.
Make sure all fill switches, temp sensors, starters, relays, modulating valves etc are working properly to avoid a delay in
operation during drying season.
Prior to harvest, start your dryer to make sure it is runs properly. Look for proper flame color and pattern, and if fans and all
moving parts are functioning correctly.
There are a few safety features that you will want to check before your harvest operations are in full swing. Purging at start up,
high temp limit switches, chain break sensors, and air prove switch are the main features you will need to check regularly.
By following all of the steps above, teamed with Chiefs exceptional standards of design and engineering, you will ensure that
your grain is stored safely and cost effectively in the months and even years following this years harvest season.
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