Category Archives: Silo Construction

Slip Formwork Construction – What You Need to Know

Slip form construction is pretty straightforward. You pour concrete at the top of a moving formwork, and once you’ve poured the concrete, the formwork will be raised vertically. This allows the concrete to harden quickly before it is free from the formwork at the bottom.  The concrete created should still be working to be placed…

Everything You Need to Know About Silo Construction

Storage silos were developed in the late 19th century as a primary tool that farmers can use for the bulk storage of corn, grains, and other materials. Today, they have become a crucial structural component for any kind of agricultural setting. In their primordial years, silos were built using stone, brick, wood, or galvanized steel—all…