Fleet
Silos
Silo semi-trailers are special vehicles for transporting bulk or granular cargo. Grain silos are equipped with ventilation and heating systems to control the humidity and temperature of the air inside the container. Silo semi-trailers can be equipped with lying bins, which are unloaded pneumatically from below, or with lifting bins, which are unloaded by means of so-called "cupping", i.e. lifting the bin on a special hydraulic jack.
maximum volume and payload:
60,000 litres | 27t
60,000 l
maximum volume
27t
maximum payload weight
1
dedicated to one regular customer
cupping
convenient unloading of goods
Why choose a silo trailer? What can it transport?
Silo vehicles are designed for the transport of bulk and granular goods, most commonly for the construction industry, agricultural goods, and in the food industry. These vehicles ensure efficient loading and unloading, thanks to top hatches located at the top of the container and unloading valves located at the bottom of the container.
By selecting our logistics services, you will have the opportunity to establish a long-term partnership for the supply of bulk materials. We will provide dedicated trailers for your exclusive use, ensuring that the loading space of the semi-trailer is dedicated exclusively to your logistical processes.
Commodities and industries that most often choose silo trailers:
grain
animal feed
fertilisers
plastic granulates
cement / lime
sugar / rice / flour
Silo trailers - specialised transport of goods under controlled conditions
Silo trailers are specialised vehicles for the transportation of loose or granular cargo, used in various industries, including food and construction. Grain silos are equipped with ventilation and heating systems to control the humidity and temperature of the air inside the container, enabling long-term storage of grain without the risk of spoilage.
Silo trailers can be supplied with bent-over tanks, which are unloaded pneumatically from below, or lifting tanks, which are unloaded by means of so-called cupping, i.e. the tank is lifted by a special hydraulic jack. The silo semi-trailer is characterised by its high strength and very good tightness, which makes it possible to maintain the high quality of the transported goods throughout the entire journey.
Efficient loading and unloading of bulk goods
Loading of the silo is done through the top hatches located at the top of the hopper, whether it is a lying silo or an elevated silo. Typically, the driver drives up to the relevant hopper and hooks up the silo to the indicated sleeve, and the hopper feeder measures the goods itself, minimising the risk of overfilling the silo. The loading time, depending on the capacity of the sleeve and the type of goods, is between 15 and 45 minutes.
The unloading process differs depending on the type of trailer. In horizontal silos, unloading is carried out through openings located in cones at the bottom of the silo. These are usually equipped with a vibrating system and ball valves that supply compressed air to assist in the smooth discharge of the material. The whole system is connected by a single pipe that extends to the rear of the trailer, between the axles of the vehicle, allowing efficient unloading. In elevated silos, the unloading of the material takes place via a rear valve cone. During the unloading process, the silo is lifted upwards by means of a tipping lift. The pressure generated by the compressor allows the load to be pushed out of the hopper, making the unloading process easier and faster.
There are also silos with an opening bottom, which is controlled from a panel at the rear of the vehicle. The silos can also be divided into compartments to allow product segregation. In this case, each compartment is equipped with an individual unloading valve.
Why choose a silo trailer? What can it transport?
Silo vehicles are designed for the transport of bulk and granulated goods, most commonly for the construction industry, agricultural goods, and in the food industry. The silo can carry grain, plastic pellets and other granulated bulk materials. Most orders for this type of transport come from the construction industry and include the transport of lime, cement and fine aggregates.
The silo trailer is perfectly suited to the transportation of agricultural goods. It facilitates the swift and secure conveyance of grain, fodder and fertilisers, eliminating concerns regarding potential contamination. Additionally, silo vehicles are being adopted for the transportation of foodstuffs such as sugar, flour and rice.
The silo trailers have a capacity of 60,000 litres due to their special design. The maximum load weight is 27 tonnes.
By choosing to offer our logistics services, you benefit in many different areas. The use of our silos in transport is:
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cargo security: trailers have state-of-the-art systems for tracking conditions inside the silo in real time,
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the possibility of long-term cooperation with dedicated trailers for your exclusive use.
FAQ
GMP+ FSA (Feed Safety Assurance) is a certification aimed at ensuring the safety of feed fed to livestock. This standard covers all stages of feed production and therefore applies to both cultivation and transport. GMP stands for Good Manufacturing Practices and the '+' symbolises integration with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP). The GMP+ certification has set the standard for the quality of our order handling since 2016.
ISO 22000 specifies the requirements for food safety management systems, applicable to all organisations in the food production chain, from cultivation and farming to retail. ISO 22000 sets a standard that is relevant not only for food producers, but also for manufacturers of equipment, packaging, cleaning products, food additives and ingredients. At our company, we are committed to ensuring the safety of the food and its ingredients we transport and store, and as proof of this commitment, we have been ISO certified for 15 years.
The spacious set is an excellent choice for transporting relatively light goods due to its ability to carry up to 38 pallets. However, due to the two loading spaces, the loading and unloading process may be lengthier. During loading, the trailer typically needs to be uncoupled first to allow the truck to be filled with goods, and then re-coupled by the driver to continue loading. The new jumbo trucks in the MEXEM fleet offer a more efficient solution by allowing loading without unbuckling the trailer, significantly reducing the time and effort required for the process. These trucks feature openable rear and front walls of the vehicle's load compartment and trailer, which are fitted with a drop-down aluminium platform, enabling the truck to manoeuvre between the load boxes.
The ATP Convention is an international document that details the standards associated with the transport of food and other perishable goods. Road transport is subject to the Convention, so any vehicle used for the transport of perishable goods must have a certificate of conformity for the means of transport, commonly referred to as an ATP certificate. The certificate is valid for six years, after which further tests must be carried out every three years. These certificates are issued by institutions designated by the Ministry of Transport. All our refrigerated semi-trailers are, as a matter of course, equipped with ATP certificates.
The mega semi-trailer is distinguished by its very large volume, reaching almost 100 cubic metres (which is approximately 10% more volume than a standard semi-trailer). Increasing the load compartment while maintaining the permissible overall height of the vehicle is made possible by lowering the frame and increasing the height of the trailer interior. The hydraulically raised roof makes it easier to load and fully utilise the height of the loading space, which reaches almost 3 metres. A prime example of the advantages of mega-trailers over standard semi-trailers is the ability to carry not two, but three floors of goods such as cookers or washing machines, all while maintaining safety standards.
The maximum weight of a pallet placed on the floor of our double deck semi-trailers is approximately 300 kg (the load capacity of each beam is 1 tonne). The height of the pallets should not exceed 120 cm. Our double decks are available with a rigid body or are additionally equipped with insulation and a refrigeration unit and can therefore function as a double-deck refrigerated trailer.