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Agriculture

Grain & Crop Storage

Efficient, clear-span storage for grain, hay, and other crops. Engineered for rapid deployment and maximum ventilation.

The Application

Preserving Your Harvest

Post-harvest loss due to moisture, mold, and pests is a significant challenge for farmers. Traditional silos are expensive and permanent, while simple tarps offer little protection from wind and snow loads.

Champion Hoop Barns provide a cost-effective, high-performance alternative. The breathable yet waterproof membrane keeps crops dry, while the white fabric allows for a bright, shadow-free working environment for grain loaders and trucks.

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Maximum Airflow

Engineered ventilation systems prevent heat buildup and maintain crop quality.

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Pest Resistance

Enclosed designs keep birds and rodents away from your valuable harvest.

Why Choose Hoop Barns?

The Farmer's Choice for Storage

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Cost Effective

Significantly lower cost per square metre compared to traditional steel or wood silos.

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Ready for Harvest

Install in days, not months—ideal for responding to unexpected bumper crops.

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Natural Light

Reduce daytime energy costs with translucent fabric that provides ample natural light.

FAQ

Agriculture FAQ

Yes. Each barn is engineered for your specific site conditions, with truss spacing and steel gauges adjusted for local snow and wind loads.

Our high-quality membranes are non-toxic and used globally for agricultural and livestock applications.

We incorporate passive ridge vents and end-wall louvers to ensure constant airflow, keeping the interior dry.

Industry Benefits

Why a Fabric Building for Grain Storage?

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Massive Harvest Storage

Handle bumper crops with ease in a flat grain store that offers the clearance for massive grain piles and high-speed loaders.

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Optimal Airflow Control

Integrate active ventilation to create a grain drying building that prevents moisture buildup and mold growth.

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High Commodity ROI

Our commodity storage shed solutions offer a lower cost per bushel than traditional steel bins, protecting your farm's bottom line.

Specifications

Recommended Grain Storage Specifications

Parameter	Standard Recommendation
Clear Span Width	15 m to 50 m
Center Height	Up to 15 m for oilseed storage stacking
Membrane Grade	750-1450 gsm PVC/PVDF Membrane
Frame Finish	Hot-Dip Galvanized (ISO 1461) for harvest storage durability

Durability

Engineered for the Environment

Agricultural buildings must handle the elements. Our grain storage building designs are built to keep your harvest safe year-round.

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High Wind Engineering

Calculated to site-specific wind loads to ensure safety in open field locations.

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Snow Load Design

Engineered to handle heavy snow loads, ensuring the commodity storage shed remains stable in winter.

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Corrosion-Free Frame

Our hot-dip galvanization protects against the moisture and dust of a flat grain store.

Longevity

Maintenance & Lifecycle Management

Our grain storage building designs are built for multi-decade service with minimal operational overhead in agricultural environments.

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Annual Inspections

Simple visual checks of membrane tension and bolt tightness ensure peak performance of your commodity storage shed.

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Self-Cleaning Surface

High-gloss PVDF lacquer sheds dust and harvest debris with natural rainfall, maintaining translucency.

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Modular Repairs

In the rare event of machinery impact, the PVC membrane can be patched on-site without structural dismantling.

Customization

Configurable Grain Barn Options

Tailor your flat grain store to your specific harvest logistics and equipment.

Door Systems

Large drive-through gable openings or hydraulic bi-fold doors for grain trucks.

Ventilation

Active exhaust fans and ridge venting to maintain crop quality in the grain drying building.

Foundations

Mounting on concrete "T-walls" to handle the lateral pressure of grain piles.

Pest Control

Sealed membrane transitions to keep birds and rodents out of your oilseed storage.

Expert FAQ

Grain Storage Insights

Flat grain stores offer much more flexibility, allowing you to store machinery or other oilseed storage commodities when not in use for grain.

We utilize a combination of ridge vents, gable louvers, and can integrate industrial fans to create a grain drying building environment.

Yes, we recommend mounting on concrete "T-walls" to handle the lateral pressure of massive grain piles in your grain storage building.

Our modular harvest storage designs can be installed in just a few days, perfect for responding to a surprise bumper crop.

Yes, we can design the structure to work with under-floor or wall-mounted aeration systems to create an ideal grain drying building.

Our high-quality PVC membranes are food-safe and chemically inert, making them perfect for storing oilseeds and other sensitive commodities.

Clear Span Width	9 m to 30 m
Center Height	4.5 m to 10 m
Membrane Type	High-density PE or PVC
Foundation	Concrete piers, helical piles, or ground anchors