Recent industry incidents have highlighted the real dangers of silo mismanagement. A lack of regular inspection and maintenance can lead to structural failure, product contamination, or injury to personnel. Routine inspections are not just best practice, they are essential for safe and compliant operation.
A full annual inspection supports:
Silos are a critical part of many production environments, yet they are often overlooked when it comes to routine maintenance. Without regular inspection, structural issues, material build-up, or component wear can go unnoticed, increasing the risk of failure, unplanned downtime, and serious safety incidents.
Summit Systems, in partnership with Barton Fabrications, provides industry-approved silo inspection services designed to identify risks early, ensure compliance, and keep your operation running safely and efficiently.
Silo inspections play a key role in meeting legal and safety requirements.
PUWER Guidance 6.85 states:
“The purpose of an inspection is to identify whether the equipment can be operated, adjusted and maintained safely and that any deterioration can be detected and remedied before it results in unacceptable risks.”
In addition:
Our silo inspection service is designed to give you a clear, actionable understanding of your equipment condition.
We assess:
You’ll receive a detailed report outlining:
We work alongside Barton Fabrications, a recognised UK specialist in bulk storage design, manufacture, and repair. This ensures every inspection is carried out with the highest level of technical expertise and industry understanding.
Regular silo inspections are a simple step that can prevent serious consequences. Whether you operate older infrastructure or want peace of mind on a newer installation, our team is here to help you stay safe, compliant, and operational./
Silos should be inspected at least once a year, with more frequent checks depending on usage and material type. Summit Systems can advise on the right inspection schedule based on your operation.
A silo inspection includes assessing structural integrity, wear, corrosion, material build-up, and safety components. Summit Systems provides a full inspection with a detailed report and clear, prioritised recommendations.
Under PUWER, equipment must be maintained in a safe condition, and silos should meet standards such as BS EN 1991-4:2006. Summit Systems helps ensure your site remains compliant and audit-ready.
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