A silo is a structure for storing bulk materials. Silos are used in agriculture to store grain, powders, fermented feed (known as silage) and animal slurry. Silos are used by other industries for bulk storage of coal, cement, sand, woodchips, metal waste, food products and sawdust.
Steel Allows Silo Designs More Effective. Slip-frame concrete systems are continuous, which means that the positioning, the period of the end product and the performance of the rebar. A silo can take up less space and provide greater storage power with steel, a smaller diameter.