Grain Drying
Grain Drying
Grain Drying
Grain dryers and drying systems bring tough or damp grain down to safe storage moisture, using continuous-flow or batch dryers, in-bin drying, aeration fans, heaters and automated moisture controls. FarmPages lists more than 45 grain drying suppliers, dealers and manufacturers, so you can compare companies that sell, install and service dryers and contact them directly well before harvest.When comparing grain dryer dealers, ask for capacity at your typical moisture removal, fuel type and consumption, electrical requirements, control and monitoring options, and whether they handle installation and harvest-time service. Suppliers are concentrated in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, followed by Alberta. Listings include A.R.K. Newtech Ltd., which covers drying and automation, Lambton Conveyor Ltd, founded as a bin and dryer dealership, and agrilog Inc., a grain storage monitoring specialist.Related categories: Grain Systems · Grain Storage · Grain Handling · Grain Testing & Treating
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Grain dryers and drying systems bring tough or damp grain down to safe storage moisture, using continuous-flow or batch dryers, in-bin drying, aeration fans, heaters and automated moisture controls. FarmPages lists more than 45 grain drying suppliers, dealers and manufacturers, so you can compare companies that sell, install and service dryers and contact them directly well before harvest.When comparing grain dryer dealers, ask for capacity at your typical moisture removal, fuel type and consumption, electrical requirements, control and monitoring options, and whether they handle installation and harvest-time service. Suppliers are concentrated in Saskatchewan and Manitoba, followed by Alberta. Listings include A.R.K. Newtech Ltd., which covers drying and automation, Lambton Conveyor Ltd, founded as a bin and dryer dealership, and agrilog Inc., a grain storage monitoring specialist.Related categories: Grain Systems · Grain Storage · Grain Handling · Grain Testing & Treating
Grain Drying: Frequently Asked Questions
Answers for farmers comparing grain drying suppliers and dealers on FarmPages.
How do I size a grain dryer for my farm?
Size the dryer to keep pace with your combines on a tough-grain day, not an average day. Dryer capacity is quoted in bushels per hour at a stated moisture removal, so compare models on the same basis using your typical harvest moisture and main crops. Give two or three listed dealers your harvest rate and storage plan and compare their recommendations side by side.
What is the difference between continuous-flow, batch and in-bin drying?
Continuous-flow dryers dry and cool grain as it moves through the column and suit large volumes. Batch dryers fill, dry, cool and empty in cycles, cost less and suit smaller operations. In-bin drying uses aeration fans, sometimes with supplemental heat, to dry grain slowly in storage. Many farms combine a dryer with aeration, so ask suppliers to quote the setup that fits your yard.
What fuel and electrical service does a grain dryer need?
Most farm dryers burn propane or natural gas, and their fans, augers and controls need electrical service sized for the load; three-phase power widens your choice of models. Before ordering, have the dealer confirm burner capacity, fuel use, fan horsepower and panel requirements, and check whether your utility or gas supplier needs to upgrade service to the site.
When should I order a grain dryer?
Order well ahead of harvest. A new dryer usually involves a concrete pad, gas line, electrical work and tie-in to existing handling equipment, and installers book up over the summer. Lead times vary by brand and dealer, so request quotes in winter or early spring, confirm the delivery and start-up date in writing, and ask who will be on call during your first season.















































