Buffer Bins/Hoppers

Hopper and buffer bins are used as holding bins to regulate flow of grains in a grain conveying and handling system. The bins are usually equipped with level sensors, slide gates, air vents with cloth filters or directly connected to the central aspiration system. Grain flow in and out of the bin is regulated by level sensor signals or by the handling machine below it. Hopper and buffer bins are placed before equipment such as in-line weighers, dryers, cleaners, and bagging equipment to ensure smooth operation of the machine or process.