Wednesday, 21 March 2018

Basic Features To Look For In Silo Rentals

By Gregory Harris


Grain and feed storage is very sensitive activity due to the stringent standards required to maintain them in the right conditions. It is not at all times that one will be in a position to store this type of products in their storage space. The need for silo rentals arises. The hiring of space for the same goes beyond just finding space or room and keeping them. This is a process that requires a careful examination of the facility being used.

Begin with carefully studying the rates of the silo to be hired. It is worth noting that the cost of hiring should not exceed that of the benefits realized from the commodity to be stored. However, when negotiating the rental rate, there might be an extension of some range. This extension comes about due to additional features that are offered in the storage facility. Loading and offloading, supplementary heat and also aeration are some of this features that can trigger a rise in this rates.

Maintenance and checking of conditions of the facility is another key feature to consider. Once the product is stored, there is always the need to control things like aeration and to check the state of the product. It is worth to investigate who takes the responsibility of checking this. Confirm before renting if it falls on the side of an owner or the side of the one hiring.

Payment dates and the methods of payment should be confirmed immediately after agreeing on the rates. This is vital in that the renter will be well informed on the specific dates to make payments and the methods to use. It is highly advised to choose that system that both the renter and the owner or well conversant and comfortable with. This prevents the occurrence of conflict when payment methods and dates are involved for example delays in payment.

Check on the location of your facility. The location and neighborhood of such a facility should be one that satisfies security and safety standards. Security means protection from any form of unauthorized removal of material the renter has stored. Safety means protection from natural calamities and hazard, such as fire and floods.

Accessibility to the place you rent should also be considered. The rental you choose should be easy to access regarding transport and communication. Make sure that your preferred mode of transporting products to and from has no barriers . This will help eliminate the risk of delays. Carefully examine how well communication is between the facility and your place to eradicate inconveniences that can be brought about by poor communication.

The type of silo should also be checked for the material being stored. The choice of type is based on the type of the product being stored and the conditions for its storage. To make the right, choice pay a visit before hiring.

Lastly, carefully examine the charges of electricity. Electricity is a compulsory requirement especially when tower and bunker types are involved. It is a must for aeration and loading and unloading. The costs relating to this should be carefully studied from the records and an agreement reached. This will help to reduce the charging of unprecedented electricity cost if the bearer of the bill is not set during the hiring.




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