Round and Rectangular Silos and Bunkers as well as self-filling containment and road transport system

Sludge Receival, Storage and Outloading Solutions

SPIRAC is a global leader in sludge storage, truck reception, and outloading solutions. We offer two outloading systems — live-bottom and sliding-frame — combined with rectangular or round silos and truck reception bunkers. This flexibility allows SPIRAC to provide optimized solutions tailored to suit a wide range of applications.

SPIROTAINER® is an automatic self-filling containment and road transport system. It is designed to make full use of storage volume and is a cost effective alternative for containing and transporting material such as screenings, grit or sludge.

SPIRAC silos offer versatile storage options with their flexible design that can be purposed for ground level or raised storage. The silos are virtually maintenance free and offer high capacity outloading.

Sliding-Frame Outloading

  • A slowly reciprocating, hydraulically driven steel frame pushes or pulls sludge toward a central extraction screw
  • Speed controlled to provide outloading rates suitable for fast truck filling down to pump feed
  • Allows for vertical walls and cylindrical silo construction, optimizing volume utilization and reducing height or footprint
  • Eliminates any opportunity for bridging, arching or flow hangups, material flow is first in, first out.
  • Reliable, quiet and simple operation
  • Can also be applied to rectangular silos, concrete bunkers, and truck receival bunkers

Live-Bottom Outloading

  • Multiple spiral screws form a rectangular bed of moving screws to eliminate bridging or blockage of the stickiest sludges
  • Large diameter, large pitch spirals are capable of high torque and fast but controllable outloading rates, or very low outloading rates for pump feed
  • Very low RPM ensures that trough liners will rarely need replacing (perhaps once per decade)
  • Simple operation, direct drive, few moving parts ensure that maintenance is near zero.  Inspection of the interiors of these silos is not required, except at perhaps 5-10 year intervals.

 

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      Why Should You Buy From SPIRAC?

      SPIRAC is a trusted global leader in engineered wastewater solutions for materials handling, delivering reliable, purpose-built systems backed by decades of expertise. Customers choose SPIRAC for its ability to design and manufacture high-quality shaftless spiral conveyors, screenings handling systems, and bulk solids handling equipment that perform in the toughest industrial and wastewater environments. With a strong focus on innovation, durability, and low maintenance, SPIRAC solutions are engineered to reduce downtime, improve operational efficiency, and minimise lifecycle costs. Supported by a global footprint and dedicated local service, SPIRAC partners closely with clients to provide customised, end-to-end solutions that consistently deliver long-term value and performance. 

      When you choose SPIRAC, you can expect a reliable partner committed to delivering high-performance, engineered solutions tailored to your specific needs. From the initial consultation through design, manufacturing, and installation, SPIRAC works closely with clients to ensure every system is fit-for-purpose and built to last. You can expect robust equipment designed for harsh operating conditions, minimal maintenance requirements, and long service life. SPIRAC also provides strong technical support, responsive service, and ongoing collaboration to optimise system performance, reduce operational costs, and ensure your materials handling processes run smoothly and efficiently.

      SPIRAC can confidently demonstrate a proven track record built on decades of global project delivery and industry expertise.

      With installations in municipal and industrial facilities across Australia, Europe, the Middle East, the UK, and North America, SPIRAC has successfully delivered thousands of materials handling systems operating in demanding environments such as wastewater treatment plants, pulp and paper mills, food processing facilities, and heavy industry. Its shaftless screw conveyor technology is widely recognised as a benchmark in the industry, with many long-term installations still operating efficiently after years of continuous service. In addition, SPIRAC supports its reputation with documented case studies, repeat clients, and ongoing partnerships with leading engineering firms and utilities—demonstrating consistent performance, reliability, and customer satisfaction across a wide range of applications.

      At SPIRAC, we understand that accurate cost visibility is critical to successful project planning. That’s why our team is ready to provide detailed, transparent quotations tailored to your specific requirements. Whether you’re upgrading existing infrastructure or planning a new installation, we work closely with you to scope your needs and deliver a clear, competitive proposal. With our engineering expertise and practical industry knowledge, you can move forward with confidence—knowing your solution is both technically sound and commercially aligned. Reach out today and let us help you plan with certainty.

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