Manufacturing and suppling the faming community with silo bins since 1976, RobLew has established a long standing track record in providing a robust quality and innovative products.
Working to provide each farmer with a Silo that is best suited to their particular requirements RobLew have a range that can be modified to suit all requirements.
The current range includes:
The RobLew Legged Silo with Split format allows the storage of 2 different feeds in the one silo. It is manufactured the same as the other Silos, the only difference being the division in the centre. By using this particular silo, the farmer has the advantage of having to purchase only one Silo instead of two separate ones, thereby reducing costs and space. It is very suitable in regard to Mixed Farming. Even on the smallest of farms, where the farmer may not wish to store a large quantity of foodstuffs or is not able to purchase large tonnages of feed, this Silo provides an answer to both problems.
Discharge:
Key Features
Optional Extra:
Plastisol coating is available for the 6 Tonne models up to the 18 Tonne models as an optional extra. These models are manufactured to the same high standard as the galvanised silos but the material used is coated with a leather grain plastic; offering the advantage of the silo blending in with the sheds and surrounding environment for areas which require the farmer to do so.
Manufacturing and suppling the faming community with silo bins since 1976, RobLew has established a long standing track record in providing a robust quality and innovative products.
Working to provide each farmer with a Silo that is best suited to their particular requirements RobLew have a range that can be modified to suit all requirements.
The current range includes:
The RobLew Legged Silo with Split format allows the storage of 2 different feeds in the one silo. It is manufactured the same as the other Silos, the only difference being the division in the centre. By using this particular silo, the farmer has the advantage of having to purchase only one Silo instead of two separate ones, thereby reducing costs and space. It is very suitable in regard to Mixed Farming. Even on the smallest of farms, where the farmer may not wish to store a large quantity of foodstuffs or is not able to purchase large tonnages of feed, this Silo provides an answer to both problems.
Discharge:
Key Features
Optional Extra:
Plastisol coating is available for the 6 Tonne models up to the 18 Tonne models as an optional extra. These models are manufactured to the same high standard as the galvanised silos but the material used is coated with a leather grain plastic; offering the advantage of the silo blending in with the sheds and surrounding environment for areas which require the farmer to do so.
1. Consider location
Think about where you plan to locate the bin, remembering fill points. RobLew’s are located on the right hand side for single bins and on both sides for split bins. You will need to ensure clear and easy access to fill and unload
2. Prepare your base
It is recommended that you have your concreate based in place a week before deliver of your new silo RobLew recommend the following base sizes to suit the relevant silo bin size
- 9ft² base for 4.5 – 16Tonne bins
- 12ft ² base for 18 – 26 Tonne bins
- 14ft² base for 32-35Tonne bins
3. Know what size you need
While you may want to get the biggest silo bin to get a better rate on the feed, you still want the feed to be fresh and that means not having the feed sitting in an oversized bin for too long, so consider this when deciding on the best size for you:
- How much feed do you use in a week?
- How often do you want delivery?
- Weigh up the benefits of buying in bulk against performance, as feed quality can impact your animals performance
4. Review the details
Some important points to look out for when reading the specification of your new silo bin
- Check with your Auger manufacturer the size of boot being used.
- Consider weigh cells / load cells which can be used to monitor feed levels.
- Consider if a cyclone is required as it connects to the silo exhaust via a steel pipe and collects the dust that would normally escape during pneumatic filling.
- Consider bagging chutes on the bin and decide if you will use them. As often these are requested but rarely used and the downside is the feed can start to rot in them over a period of time if not used.
1. Consider location
Think about where you plan to locate the bin, remembering fill points. RobLew’s are located on the right hand side for single bins and on both sides for split bins. You will need to ensure clear and easy access to fill and unload
2. Prepare your base
It is recommended that you have your concreate based in place a week before deliver of your new silo RobLew recommend the following base sizes to suit the relevant silo bin size
- 9ft² base for 4.5 – 16Tonne bins
- 12ft ² base for 18 – 26 Tonne bins
- 14ft² base for 32-35Tonne bins
3. Know what size you need
While you may want to get the biggest silo bin to get a better rate on the feed, you still want the feed to be fresh and that means not having the feed sitting in an oversized bin for too long, so consider this when deciding on the best size for you:
- How much feed do you use in a week?
- How often do you want delivery?
- Weigh up the benefits of buying in bulk against performance, as feed quality can impact your animals performance
4. Review the details
Some important points to look out for when reading the specification of your new silo bin
- Check with your Auger manufacturer the size of boot being used.
- Consider weigh cells / load cells which can be used to monitor feed levels.
- Consider if a cyclone is required as it connects to the silo exhaust via a steel pipe and collects the dust that would normally escape during pneumatic filling.
- Consider bagging chutes on the bin and decide if you will use them. As often these are requested but rarely used and the downside is the feed can start to rot in them over a period of time if not used.