Bali Group marks grain storage milestone with high-capacity malt silo in India
The project encompasses advanced material handling equipment, custom civil and structural designs, and state-of-the-art automation systems.
INDIA – Bali Group, India’s grain storage infrastructure has reached a significant milestone with the commissioning of a high-capacity Malt Storage Silo Project.
According to Bali, this turnkey initiative integrates both hopper bottom and flat bottom silos, engineered to enhance storage efficiency and meet the evolving demands of the grain processing industry.
The project encompasses advanced material handling equipment, custom civil and structural designs, and state-of-the-art automation systems, positioning India at the forefront of modern grain storage solutions.
The flat bottom silos, ideal for long-term storage, boast capacities ranging from 1,000 to 12,500 metric tons (MT), with diameters between 9 to 30 meters and heights up to 18 rings. These silos are constructed with corrugated panels assembled on circular purlins and vertical stiffeners, ensuring durability and stability .
The hopper bottom silos, designed for efficient discharge and shorter-term storage, have capacities ranging from 25 to 1,000 MT, featuring diameters from 2.72 to 8.16 meters and a standard 45-degree hopper angle for optimal flowage of bulk materials .
To facilitate seamless grain movement, the project incorporates high-capacity material handling equipment, including galvanized elevators and conveyors with capacities ranging from 5 to 350 tons per hour (TPH). These systems are equipped with necessary sensors and safety switches to ensure efficient and safe operations.
The civil and structural components are tailored to site-specific requirements, enabling long-term operational sustainability.
The silos are constructed on heavy concrete rings with deep civil foundations, designed to withstand strong winds up to 250 km/h and seismic activities, adhering to standards such as ANSI/ASAE 2008 and EN1993-4-1:2011.
Advanced automation is a cornerstone of the project, featuring integrated controls for real-time monitoring of temperature, moisture, and inventory levels. This automation ensures optimal storage conditions, reduces spoilage, and enhances inventory management.
The milestone comes after Bali Group recently entered into a long-term license cooperation agreement with Denmark-based iGRAIN to advance grain storage technology.
This partnership allows Bali Group to manufacture and profit from iGRAIN’s advanced grain monitoring technologies, integrating them into their high-quality silos.
In addition, recently, Bali Group completed a 20,000-ton grain storage project at Gabon’s New Owendo International Port (NOIP).
Featuring two 10,000-ton silos designed for efficient bulk loading, the facility significantly enhances the region’s grain handling capacity.
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