We can design and implement grain elevators that will enhance your farming operations.
Modern farming requires modern solutions if you want to stay profitable, as our team at Merritt Mechanical Fabrication knows well. We proudly serve farms throughout Arkansas, providing essential crop handling equipment, agricultural buildings, and farm equipment fabrication services. Grain elevators are among the many crop handling systems we can assist you with, and we’re more than happy to help design and integrate them into your operation.
Grain elevators play a crucial role in the agricultural supply chain, serving as a safe place to store grains after the harvest while they wait to be sent out for further processing or consumption. Adding grain elevators to your operations can significantly improve your speed and efficiency, as well as boost the overall quality of the grain you harvest by keeping it in good condition. Our team can work with you to determine your specific needs and then match you with the right setup, integrating seamlessly into your current operation. We can also help you account for future growth, and our team is always here as a resource when you need us.
We have been serving farmers for over 50 years, and we are passionate about our role in the agriculture industry. Quality is key, so we only use trusted parts and supplies to ensure that what we build or install for you will last for years to come. We know that when harvest time comes around, you can’t afford to lose any time, so we prioritize safety and dependability to help keep you on track and avoid downtime.
If you have questions about grain elevators or would like more information about how we can help you improve your farm operations, don’t hesitate to contact us!
FAQs About Grain Elevators
Since the early 1970s, our dedicated team here at Merritt Mechanical Fabrication has been passionate about helping local farmers design and build the high-quality equipment they need to keep their operations running smoothly. If you are thinking about investing in a grain elevator or upgrading your existing equipment, we’d be honored to assist you. Below, we’ve responded to a couple frequently asked questions about these crop handling systems to help you decide if we’re the ideal fit for your needs.
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How do grain elevators work?
A basic grain elevator will include a hopper, a conveyor belt, a “grain leg” or elevator, and a variety of storage bins. Farmers simply unload the grain into the hopper and the conveyor belt will carry it over to the grain leg. The elevator system typically features several buckets to scoop up the grain, carry it to the top of the silo, and deposit it into the appropriate storage bins.
Do I need a grain elevator?
If you operate a smaller farm, you may be able to keep things running efficiently with other grain storage methods. However, if you plan to purchase more land, expand your operations, or store large quantities of grain, a grain elevator can dramatically increase efficiency. Some grain elevators can even clean and dry your grain, helping you save more time in the long run.
What are some beneficial grain elevator upgrades or customization options?
There are several ways you can alter or upgrade a grain elevator to better suit your specific requirements. For instance, you can incorporate high-capacity dryers to boost efficiency, create separate loading and unloading stations, or replace older wiring to increase the speed of the elevator system. If you have any questions about what we can fabricate for your new or existing grain elevator, we encourage you to give us a call today.
At Merritt Mechanical Fabrication, we build grain elevators throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.