Frequently Asked Questions

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What type of crop varieties can the tubes be used with?

They are being used with wheat, barley, peas and lentils, corn, oats, flax, furum, and canola and are being tested with other seed varieties.

In shed or quonsets, how far apart should the tubes be placed?

They need to be spaced every 25 feet

What is the largest size grain storage bins these grain tubes can be used in?

The largest used to date are 25,000 bushel bins. We are currently testing use in larger bins.

How much moisture does it remove?

Most experience approximately 1-2 %, dependent on weather conditions and seed variety.

How far down is the tube supposed to be hung below the filler lid?

About 12-14 inches below the filler lid

What type of bins do the grain tubes work in?

All flat bottoms, inverted cones, hopper bottoms, temporary grain rings, grain piles, sheds and quonsets.

What length of tube do I need?

Total height of grain bin, from the peak to the floor, MINUS four feet.

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