Grainswest - Tech 2022

Tech 2022 Grains West 18 F rom new grain aeration technology to green energy equipment, our annual gear roundup features devices and equipment aimed to make farming faster, safer, greener and more efficient. The Tech Issue 2022 farmgear roundup BY GEOFF GEDDES FEATURE ROCKET SCIENCE The use of standard in-bin aeration systems can lead to uneven moisture content as drying occurs. When a moisture cap forms in the upper portion of the grain, this may necessitate rotation. GO Technologies of Kitscoty has developed a solution. The Air Missile in-bin vertical tube drying system redirects airflow towards the top of the bin through an eight-foot vertical tube eight inches in diameter. In tandem with existing bin aeration systems, it forces moisture up and out of the bin. The grain dries faster and more evenly, which lengthens its storage life. “The faster drying means farmers can save on power costs,” said Scott Pratt, GO Technologies electrical manager. The Air Missile also eliminates the labour required to rotate the grain and reduces carbon dioxide emissions, he added. Marketed by Thunderstruck Ag Equipment of Winkler, MB, the system can also be purchased directly fromGO Technologies. NEWLY EQUIPPED