Sukup Medium Duty Hopper Bins are engineered for smaller-scale operations, offering an economical yet robust solution for grain storage. These hopper bins are designed to serve multiple purposes in your grain handling system. They are an ideal choice for use as a wet holding tank, directly feeding your Sukup grain dryer with efficiency. Additionally, these bins are suited for the extended storage of cool, dry grain, ensuring your grain remains in optimal condition over time.
The Medium Duty Hoppers maintain the high standards set by Sukup's farm bins. They utilize the same high-quality sidewall and roof sheets, ensuring durability and longevity. This feature is crucial as it assures the elements and the demands of grain storage.
The design of Medium Duty Hopper Bins is versatile and adaptable. Medium Duty Hopper Bins may be mounted on overhead superstructures, enhancing their functionality for loading into semis or train cars. This feature is particularly beneficial for operations that require efficient transportation and handling of grain.
Sukup’s Medium Duty Hopper Bins represent a blend of economic efficiency and durable quality, suitable for a variety of grain storage needs.
Standard Features
- Standard: 15’-21’, 3-6 rings tall, 45 degree hopper
- Available: 12’ & 15’, 3-6 rings tall, 60 degree hopper
- 16” Unload outlet
- Round-head bolts prevent grain from bridging
- May be mounted on overhead super structure or used as a wet holding bin
- All American steel and tractability
- Medium-Duty Hopper Bins are designed for storage and aeration only, NO DRYING; wet grain (over 16% moisture) may be stored short-term for a maximum of 72 hours, aeration is needed for storage
Hopper Features
- Feature legs formed in our extra-strong stiffener profile
- Legs extend to the bottom two rings, providing extra support for the sidewall sheets
- 12', 15', and 18' diameter bins have three legs per sidewall sheet
- 21' diameter bins have four legs per sidewall sheet
- Angle-shaped leg cross bracing and C-shaped leg-to-hopper bracing (18' & 21') provide solid support for the hopper bins
- The hopper is made of heavy-gauge, galvanized steel for strength and durability
- Hopper is connected directly to the sidewall, so there is no ledge or lip to trap grain
- Round head bolts on hopper portion minimize grain build-up
- Rack and pinion opener comes standard on all Medium-Duty Hopper Bins
Roof Features
- 12'-21' standard roof peak load rating is 5,000 lbs, evenly distributed on peak ring as pure vertical load with uniformly distributed roof snow load calculated from 40 psf ground snow zone or 105 mph wind zone as defined by ASCE7-10 Code
- Rigidized roof panel with 3" ribs that serve as rafters, strengthening the roof sheets
- Continuous eave clip provides a strong roof-to-sidewall connection
- Roof rings are standard on Sukup bins 18' and larger. Exclusive, roof ring clips (U.S. Patent #7,654,048) ensure that roof rings stay in place for years to come
- 20" x 35.5" oval manhole opening is a comfortable fit for most operators
- Manhole cover is held securely in place by special latches; when open, the lid lays flat against the roof, eliminating the mess of water and soggy bees wings that can accumulate
- 5/16" bolts and flange nuts used on all roof connections
- Bolts are SAE Grade 8.0 for added strength with JS1000® or equivalent coating for exceptional corrosion protection
- 38" peak opening provides approximately 8 ft2 of air exhaust area
- Peak lid cover is mounted on steel rods to allow it to slide open and closed and prevent it from blowing around on windy days
Sidewall Features
- 4" wide corrugation, 44" tall sidewall sheets
- 3/8" bolts and nuts are used on all sidewall connections
- Bolts are SAE Grade 8.0 for added strength with JS1000® or equivalent coating for exceptional corrosion protection
- 70 ksi tensile strength steel
Product Accessories
- Ladder packages available
- Ground-operated lid opener
Product Features
- All Bins are Manufactured under Sukup Manufacturing Company’s ISO 9001 Certification Requirements
- Innovative Water Resistant Design
- Super Shield® to Provide an Extra Layer of Protection
- SAE Grade 8.0 Hardware with JS1000® Hour Plating
- Standard Rack and Pinion Gate
- 3/8 Round Head Bolts Prevent Grain from Bridging
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