Description
Promote Uniform Drying & Preserve Grain Quality
Improve the quality and efficiency of your grain drying and storage with the Agnew Gravity Grain Spreader. Unlike traditional filling methods that create a center cone, the Agnew Spreader distributes grain evenly across the bin, preventing over-drying of the outer ring and allowing the center to dry more effectively. This simple, gravity-operated solution helps reduce aeration costs and maintain grain condition.
Key Benefits:
- Uniform Grain Distribution: Separates incoming grain into eight equal streams, eliminating the center cone for more even drying and aeration.
- Improved Airflow: Even distribution of grain and fines promotes better airflow throughout the bin, leading to more efficient cooling and drying.
- Reduced Aeration Costs: By improving airflow efficiency, the spreader can help reduce aeration run times and energy costs (estimated 20% savings by manufacturer).
- Maintains Grain Quality: Helps prevent spoilage and maintains grain quality by ensuring consistent drying and reducing moisture variation.
- Simple Operation: Gravity-operated design requires manual adjustment for flow rate but is straightforward to install and use.
- Durable Construction: Built by Agnew Steel, known for robust agricultural equipment made in the USA.
Key Features:
- Static Design: Features a manually adjustable evenflow ring to match grain delivery rate (refer to adjustment chart).
- Cone Elimination: Designed specifically to prevent the formation of a central grain cone.
- Simple Installation: Designed to hang directly from the bin fill opening.
- Two Capacity Models: Available in AG50L (low flow) and AG100XL (high capacity) models.
- Even Fines Distribution: Helps distribute fines and chaff evenly throughout the grain mass.
Compatibility:
- Bin Diameter: Suitable for bins ranging from 24 feet to 48 feet in diameter.
- Auger Size (AG50L): Designed for 6-inch to 10-inch augers.
- Auger Size (AG100XL): Designed for 10-inch to 16-inch augers.
- Fill Method: Requires grain to fill straight down into the center. Use of poly downspouts is highly recommended.
Why Choose Agnew Steel?
Agnew Steel Inc. is a trusted manufacturer specializing in grain handling and storage solutions. With a focus on practical design and durability, Agnew Steel products are built to meet the demanding needs of modern agriculture. Choosing Agnew means investing in reliable, American-made equipment designed for performance and longevity.
Installation:
The Agnew Gravity Spreader is designed for straightforward assembly and installation. It should be assembled on the ground before lifting into the bin. Basic tools (like 1/2" wrenches) are required for assembly.
- Lift the assembled spreader to the bin opening (using a rope is recommended).
- Place the hooks over the rim of the bin opening, ensuring the spreader hangs level.
- Set the angle of the grain chutes by pressing the plunger and pinning it. Adjust the chutes to deliver grain approximately halfway between the bin wall and the center.
- Crucially, adjust the evenflow ring opening based on your expected grain flow rate using the manufacturer's chart (see manual). The ring should remain full during operation for even delivery.
- Ensure grain fills straight down into the center of the spreader.
- Always maintain at least a 6-inch space between the grain delivery mechanism (e.g., auger outlet) and the top of the spreader to prevent grain backup.
Detailed instructions, including assembly diagrams and the Evenflow Opening Adjustment chart, are available in the manufacturer's assembly and installation manual.
Product Specifications:
- Product Type: Gravity Grain Spreader
- Brand: Agnew Steel Inc.
- Models: AG50L, AG100XL
- Function: Manual-adjust grain distribution
- Compatible Bin Diameters: 24 ft to 48 ft
- Flow Rate (AG50L): Manually adjustable via evenflow ring; Suitable for 6"-10" augers (Refer to manual chart for Bu/hr estimates based on opening setting)
- Flow Rate (AG100XL): Manually adjustable via evenflow ring; Suitable for 10"-16" augers (Refer to manual chart for Bu/hr estimates based on opening setting)
- Material: Steel
- Installation: Hangs from bin fill opening; Requires centered grain flow
- Origin: Made in USA
- Weight: 30.00 LBS (Shipping Weight)
- Assembly Required: Yes (Basic tools: 2 x 1/2" wrenches)
Configuration Options: Choosing Your Model
The Agnew Gravity Spreader comes in two models, primarily differing by the size of the grain auger they are designed for. Choose the model from the dropdown menu that matches your auger system:
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AG50L (SKU: AG50L-AG):
- Auger Compatibility: Designed for low flow rates, typically from 6-inch to 10-inch augers.
- Ideal Use Cases: Best suited for smaller operations or systems with lower capacity grain handling, including continuous flow grain dryers.
- Bin Diameter: 24' to 48".
- Adjustment: Requires manual setting of the evenflow ring based on flow rate (refer to chart in manual).
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AG100XL (SKU: AG100XL-AG):
- Auger Compatibility: Designed for higher flow rates, typically from 10-inch to 16-inch augers.
- Ideal Use Cases: Suitable for larger operations or systems with higher capacity grain handling equipment.
- Bin Diameter: 24' to 48".
- Adjustment: Requires manual setting of the evenflow ring based on flow rate (refer to chart in manual).
Important Considerations:
- Verify Auger Size: Select the model (AG50L or AG100XL) that matches your grain auger diameter.
- Centered Flow: This spreader requires grain to flow directly into the center for proper operation. Consider using poly downspouts.
- Manual Adjustment: Remember to set the evenflow ring opening according to your expected flow rate using the chart in the manual.
- Check Pricing: The price displayed initially is for the AG50L model. Selecting the AG100XL option will update the price.
- Shipping: Standard ship time is 1 week (as per original listing; confirm current lead times if critical).
