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Overhead Bin Structures: The Foundation of Efficient Grain Flow

Overhead Bin Structures: The Foundation of Efficient Grain Flow

In modern grain storage and handling, efficiency isn’t just about what’s inside the bin — it’s also about what’s beneath it. Overhead bin structures are often overlooked, yet they play a critical role in how well your entire grain operation performs.

🔧 What Is an Overhead Bin Structure?

An overhead bin structure is a heavy-duty steel framework designed to support a grain bin above ground level, allowing trucks or conveyors to access the bin from underneath. This elevated design streamlines truck loadouts, increases safety, and improves the overall layout of grain-handling sites.

Our standard overhead bin structures are engineered to:
• Support up to 170 tons
• Accommodate bin diameters up to 16 feet
• Enable drive-thru loading/unloading
• Provide stability for high-capacity bins



🚛 Why It Matters for Grain Flow

When your bin is elevated, grain flows directly into trucks or transport systems without awkward augers, waiting times, or excessive spillage. This design minimizes bottlenecks during harvest or transfer operations and cuts down on manual labor and wasted time.

Whether you’re feeding a truck, connecting to a VersaLoop enclosed chain conveyor, or integrating with a Double Run system, a sturdy overhead structure becomes the central link in your handling setup.



💡 Key Advantages
• Improved Loadout Speeds: Position trucks directly beneath the bin for fast, efficient loading.
• More Organized Site Layout: Elevating the bin clears space for vehicles and conveyors.
• Lower Maintenance Risk: Reduced exposure to ground moisture and pests.
• Modular Integration: Works with existing grain bins, conveyors, and leg systems.



💲 Starting at $24,000

Our standard overhead bin structures start at $24,000, depending on configuration and site requirements. We offer full customization options, from foundation anchors to access stairs and loading clearance.



🧭 Designed for Mid-Size to Large Farms

Whether you’re running a single-bin site or planning an entire grain handling hub, overhead support structures are ideal for:
• Grain cooperatives
• Livestock feed systems
• Commercial farms
• On-site truck filling operations



🔗 Ready to Upgrade?

Your grain deserves more than a solid bin — it deserves a solid foundation.
Explore our Overhead Bin Structure options or request a free consultation to find the right fit for your operation.