Aggregate storage requires weatherproof shelter for holding large volumes of loose materials and requires robust structures that can provide these spaces efficiently and reliably to streamline business operations.
Being an industry-leading choice among modular industrial shelters that excel as aggregate storage bays in commercial operations, OPUS integrates seamlessly onto a precast base of interlocking concrete blocks and provides weather-proof storage for loose materials to ensure that aggregate and recycling businesses don’t have to pay extra on transportation and handling costs.
In addition to preventing waterlogging, the secured space can also protect against moisture damage to materials such as cement or fuel. Being a relocatable structure, OPUS can easily move between and within sites to provide secure storage wherever and whenever it is needed.
Read on to explore what aspects of deploying modular industrial canopies such as OPUS for aggregate storage can generate savings for businesses.
Operational aspects that can generate cost savings through the deployment of industrial shelters
Transportation
The tonnage of aggregate materials has a direct impact on transportation costs and exposure to moisture and added water-weight are the main factors that inflate costs for aggregate businesses when it comes to haulage.
As every additional kilogram adds to the costs of transportation, aggregate businesses try their utmost to keep materials dry and free from being exposed to excess moisture. Industrial shelters keep materials dry and protected from adverse weather, resulting in higher cost savings in transportation.
Handling
Aggregate materials that are exposed to rain and snow are much more challenging to handle, complicating tasks such as loading and unloading, as well as processing due to their added water weight and tendency to not stack and compact well, making organisation more difficult. This will result in additional resources having to be allocated for the handling of materials and more hours being required for the completion of tasks.
Providing weatherproof shelter with industrial-grade modular canopies will ensure that the materials are stored in peak condition to simplify handling and streamline operations, reducing the number of excess labour hours wasted and improving operational efficiency.
Energy utilisation
Exposure to the elements can degrade the quality of aggregate materials and would need extra processing to bring them back to an acceptable level of quality. For instance, asphalt that is exposed to rain will need additional drying to bring it to the desired quality for its use in mixes. This leads to the consumption of excess energy.
Providing secure material storage for aggregate materials with modular industrial shelters such as OPUS can avoid this requirement for additional processing as the weatherproof protection will maintain all materials stored within the structure in peak condition, helping businesses to save on both operational expenses and time.
Waste reduction
Materials that are sensitive to adverse climatic conditions, such as paints and liquid fuels, can be rendered unusable due to exposure to excess moisture, costing businesses millions in damaged stock and resulting in waste that will need to be disposed of, resulting in further expenses.
While aggregate businesses may try to store these materials in a covered space, the need for moving them outdoors for loading and unloading or the excess demand for these materials in certain months could mean that businesses take a risk of exposing their stocks to conditions that could compromise their quality and usability.
Most top-tier modular industrial shelters such as OPUS will provide abundant space and vehicular access to ensure that these materials are protected from the elements throughout the operation, minimising waste and optimising savings.
Maximise savings in aggregate operations with supreme weatherproof storage spaces delivered by OPUS
Experience how leveraging industrial-grade heavy-duty canopies to shelter aggregate and recyclable materials can significantly save on handling, transportation, and many other costs while keeping materials in prime condition, free from exposure to the elements.
Don’t hesitate to protect your materials from impending harsh weather. Be proactive to ensure a smooth operation all year around, through adverse climates and changing seasons. Order OPUS now while the stocks are available.