TECHNOLOGY FEED & ADDITIVE MAGAZINE July 2025 89 ta-driven solutions that enhance safety while driving measurable improvements in environmental impact. These modern solutions allow operators to view feed inventory information on phones, tablets, or computers, automatically measuring bin levels and projecting consumption without the need to climb the bin. Using various sensor technologies – from radar and ultrasonic sensors to cable-based measurement devices and lasers – they provide continuous, real-time visibility into storage levels. Our technology, SiloSpi, allows mill operators to access their data 24/7, collecting precise information on levels inside a silo and transmitting it wirelessly to a secure cloud host. Each individual sensor uses an IoT radio protocol that has a two-mile radius, making connectivity to the cloud via a base station very straightforward. One of SiloSpi’s standout features is its air-driven self-cleaning technology, which activates only when the sensor detects dust build-up. This innovative self-cleaning capability ensures consistent performance over time. ENVIRONMENTAL SAVINGS By providing mill operators with real-time data on feed levels in their customers' bins, smart systems like SiloSpi make possible a more sustainable and efficient delivery process. Data-driven, proactive processes help reduce the number of emergency deliveries and partial loads to farms. Demurrage costs and inefficiencies as trucks wait to be dispatched add to costs of transportation and can be minimized with the right data. Reducing the number of trucks on the road—or idling—leads to significant financial savings. It also enhances sustainability performance, representing a win for the mill and the planet. The environmental benefits extend beyond energy savings to include significant waste reduction. When farms order the right amount of feed, they reduce the amount of feed left over when animals are sent for processing, reducing wasted feed, vacuuming, and disposal charges. Automated systems also result in reductions in energy usage while contributing to enhanced susCourtesy of LvLogics
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