INSTALLATION

Q: What about the cones that are formed when the silo is filled and emptied? are they taken into account?

DATA INSTALLATION 2020-05-07

A: Silometric must be installed in a such a way that cones that can be formed when the silo is filled or when it is emptying are balanced. Directing the laser from the upper-side to the center of t...

Q: Can I install Silometric on cement silos?

INSTALLATION 2020-05-07

A: We do not recommend Silometric with dusty products as they require more frequent maintenance. However, if there are no filters or air circulation inside the silos, maintenance is much less.

Q: Can I disassemble the sensor and install it in another silo / tank?

INSTALLATION 2020-05-07

A: Yes, as long as there's coverage with SIGFOX Operator. If the device is part of a network of sensors, it will need to be reconfigured to work individually.

Q: I have heavy tonnage silos, will Silometric work?

INSTALLATION 2020-05-07

A: In large diameter silos we recommend placing more than one Silometric, as this only reads at one point, and in large diameters few variations in height can mean a big difference in volume.

Q: I have no Internet or power supply on the farm. Can I install Silometric?

DATA INSTALLATION 2020-05-07

A: Yes,Silometric uses a long-lasting battery so you don’t need to have electricity on the farm. Our sensors send the data through the SIGFOX network which has coverage throughout Europe. To check ...

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