SHENYANG, China – Liaoning Qiushi Silo Equipment Engineering Co., Ltd. (Liaoning Qiushi), a leading provider of bulk storage solutions, has successfully completed and commissioned a large-scale steel silo project for Xinjiang Keming Import and Export Trading Co., Ltd. (Xinjiang Keming), a key player in Xinjiang’s grain import and export sector. The project, consisting of 3 units of 10,000-ton steel silos and 8 units of 2,500-ton steel silos with a total storage capacity of 50,000 tons, will significantly enhance Xinjiang Keming’s grain storage and logistics capabilities, supporting the efficient circulation of grain between China and Central Asian markets.

Xinjiang, as a core gateway for China’s westward opening-up, plays a crucial role in connecting domestic and Central Asian grain trade. Xinjiang Keming, specializing in the import and export of wheat, corn, and other bulk grains, has been expanding its trade scale in recent years, facing an urgent demand for large-capacity, reliable storage facilities. “Our business involves frequent cross-border grain transportation, so we need storage facilities that can accommodate large batches of grain, resist harsh local weather, and ensure rapid loading and unloading,” said Mr. Liu Yong, General Manager of Xinjiang Keming. 

“After rigorous evaluation, we chose Liaoning Qiushi for their professional steel silo technology and rich experience in large-scale projects, which perfectly matches our trade-oriented storage needs.”

Tailored to Xinjiang’s arid, windy, and temperature-fluctuating climate, as well as Xinjiang Keming’s cross-border trade characteristics, the steel silos integrate multiple targeted design advantages:

1. Wind-Resistant and Corrosion-Proof Structural Design: The silo bodies are made of high-strength Q355 steel, with an enhanced spiral edge-biting structure that improves overall stability. The outer surface is coated with a double-layer anti-corrosion coating (300g/m² galvanized layer + polyurethane topcoat), which can resist strong winds of up to 12 levels and prevent corrosion caused by dry and sandy air in Xinjiang. The structural design has passed strict wind load and seismic tests, ensuring long-term safe operation in extreme weather.

2. Dual-Capacity Configuration for Flexible Trade Needs: The 3 units of 10,000-ton large steel silos are used for bulk storage of imported and exported grain in large batches, ensuring efficient accommodation of bulk grain shipments. The 8 units of 2,500-ton medium-sized steel silos are dedicated to classified storage of different grain varieties (such as high-quality wheat and feed corn) and short-term turnover storage, avoiding cross-contamination between different grains and improving the flexibility of trade distribution. This dual-capacity configuration perfectly adapts to Xinjiang Keming’s mixed storage needs of large-batch bulk goods and small-batch classified goods.

3. Efficient Loading and Unloading System for Cross-Border Logistics: The steel silo project is equipped with a fully automated loading and unloading system, including bucket elevators, screw conveyors, and quantitative loading stations. The system can achieve a loading capacity of 500 tons per hour, significantly reducing the loading time of cross-border grain trucks and trains. In addition, the silos are connected to Xinjiang Keming’s existing logistics yard and customs inspection area, forming a seamless link between storage, loading, and customs clearance, which improves the overall efficiency of cross-border grain trade by 40%.

4. Intelligent Monitoring for Grain Quality Assurance: Each silo is equipped with a set of intelligent monitoring equipment, including temperature and humidity sensors, grain moisture detectors, and gas concentration sensors. The real-time data is transmitted to the central control system, enabling remote monitoring of grain storage status. When abnormal conditions such as temperature rise or moisture exceeding the standard are detected, the system automatically activates the ventilation and dehumidification equipment, ensuring that the quality of imported and exported grain meets international trade standards. “Grain quality is the lifeblood of cross-border trade,” said Mr. Zhang Hui, Quality Director of Xinjiang Keming. “The intelligent monitoring system of the steel silos provides a solid guarantee for our product quality.”

The completion of the 50,000-ton steel silo project will bring significant benefits to Xinjiang Keming. It is expected to reduce grain storage loss from 7% to 1.1%, saving about 3,450 tons of grain annually. At the same time, the improved storage and logistics efficiency will reduce cross-border trade cycle costs by an estimated 12 million yuan per year, enhancing the company’s competitiveness in the Central Asian market. In addition, the project will also drive the development of local grain trade and logistics industries, creating more employment opportunities.

“This cooperation with Xinjiang Keming is an important practice of our steel silo solutions in the cross-border trade field,” said Mr. Wang Tao, Sales Director of Liaoning Qiushi. “We will continue to focus on the unique needs of different regions and industries, providing more customized, efficient, and reliable storage solutions to support the development of China’s import and export trade and regional economic construction.”