CESCO EPC installs corn byproduct silos in Italy as safety focus grows in milling
The new system in Padova shows how design can improve safety and day to day operations in grain processing.
ITALY – CESCO EPC SRL has installed a new corn byproduct storage system in Padova, Italy, adding to efforts to improve safety and efficiency in milling operations.
The system includes 12 smooth wall bolted silos, each with a diameter of 3.81 meters and a height of 13 meters, set on raised concrete supports.
The design allows millers to store bran, germ, and coarse meal while keeping production areas active below the silos. Walkways and fixed ladders give workers safe access across the site, supporting routine checks and maintenance.
The silos use smooth internal walls to prevent material from sticking or forming blockages. This supports steady discharge without the need for manual input. Flush fasteners and flat surface finishes reduce points where residue can collect, making cleaning easier and faster.
Engineers designed the system to support daily operations with fewer interruptions. The raised structure also helps plants use space more efficiently, as teams can run other processes beneath the silos.
Corn byproducts can produce combustible dust, which creates safety risks in milling plants. CESCO EPC addressed this by integrating protection features directly into the silo design. Reinforced steel bodies and composite roofs can handle pressure in case of an incident, while curved vent channels at the top guide pressure away from loading areas.
The system meets ATEX rules and Eurocode standards, which guide how companies manage dust risks and structural safety in Europe. A company representative said, “We built safety into every part of the system to support both workers and operations.”
Expansion strengthens global capacity
CESCO EPC has also expanded its operations through the creation of Cesco EPC Srl, following the integration of Cesco EPC Italia and Technobins. The move brings together project management, engineering, and manufacturing under one structure.
Luca Celeghini, founder of Cesco, said, “This step allows us to handle complex projects with greater control and coordination across all stages.”
The group has also invested in a new 5,000 square meter facility in Reggio Emilia. The site includes automated sheet metal systems and modern fabrication tools, which support growing demand in regions such as Africa, West Asia, South America, and Eastern Europe.
For African millers, the Padova project offers a clear example of how design can reduce dust risks while improving handling of byproducts.
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