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[[Image:bulk1.jpg|thumb|150px]] This storage bin fits 180 cu. ft. of bulk feed. Approximately weight is 3.5tons. It is made from lumber 2x4s 2x3s and 2x6s for posts,studs,sills), 1/2" exterior grade plywood at the sides, 3/4" ext. plywood at the bottom, 2x6s rafters/joists, 2x8 beams. Wood is chosen as it | [[Image:bulk1.jpg|thumb|150px]] This storage bin fits 180 cu. ft. of bulk feed. Approximately weight is 3.5tons. It is made from lumber (2x4s 2x3s and 2x6s for posts,studs,sills), 1/2" exterior grade plywood at the sides, 3/4" ext. plywood at the bottom, 2x6s rafters/joists, 2x8 beams. Wood is chosen as it regulates better the humidity than a metal bin and does not "sweat". Probably some rodent proofing has to be done with some metal flashing. | ||
It is 72in wide in order to fit on an axle so it will be portable. The 3.5 tons capacity should be enough to justify a delivery on site (most bulk feed companies require 3tons minimum order) | It is 72in wide in order to fit on an axle so it will be portable. The 3.5 tons capacity should be enough to justify a delivery on site (most bulk feed companies require 3tons minimum order). | ||
The side, front, back and top panels should be fabricated and then assembled. The bottom should be precut and build in place. | The side, front, back and top panels should be fabricated and then assembled. The bottom should be precut and build in place. | ||
[[Image:bulk2.jpg|thumb|150px]] | [[Image:bulk2.jpg|thumb|150px]] | ||
The panels are assembled with 1/4" x 4" bolts plus some screws between the bolt for reinforcement. | |||
Across the panels there are 3/8" threaded rods with extra wide washers that keep the bin from sagging. | |||
Needs an opening about 16in (12in minimum) at the top panel so the boom from the delivery truck can unload the feed in the bin. Alternate way for filling the bin will be a hole at the side so the truck can auger the feed in, but although it is a lot easier that an opening through the roof, its not convenient for the delivery track. | Needs an opening about 16in (12in minimum) at the top panel so the boom from the delivery truck can unload the feed in the bin. Alternate way for filling the bin will be a hole at the side so the truck can auger the feed in, but although it is a lot easier that an opening through the roof, its not convenient for the delivery track. | ||
Also needs the axle and the beams to transfer the load from the post to the axle, and maybe a brace at the back panel. | Also needs the axle and the beams to transfer the load from the post to the axle, and maybe a brace at the back panel. | ||
Revision as of 06:22, 29 December 2016
This storage bin fits 180 cu. ft. of bulk feed. Approximately weight is 3.5tons. It is made from lumber (2x4s 2x3s and 2x6s for posts,studs,sills), 1/2" exterior grade plywood at the sides, 3/4" ext. plywood at the bottom, 2x6s rafters/joists, 2x8 beams. Wood is chosen as it regulates better the humidity than a metal bin and does not "sweat". Probably some rodent proofing has to be done with some metal flashing.
It is 72in wide in order to fit on an axle so it will be portable. The 3.5 tons capacity should be enough to justify a delivery on site (most bulk feed companies require 3tons minimum order). The side, front, back and top panels should be fabricated and then assembled. The bottom should be precut and build in place.
The panels are assembled with 1/4" x 4" bolts plus some screws between the bolt for reinforcement. Across the panels there are 3/8" threaded rods with extra wide washers that keep the bin from sagging.
Needs an opening about 16in (12in minimum) at the top panel so the boom from the delivery truck can unload the feed in the bin. Alternate way for filling the bin will be a hole at the side so the truck can auger the feed in, but although it is a lot easier that an opening through the roof, its not convenient for the delivery track.
Also needs the axle and the beams to transfer the load from the post to the axle, and maybe a brace at the back panel.
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