Bin Whip Silo Cleaning

A build up in materials in Bulk Storage systems is a common occurrence, silo's and bunkers can have so much build up that it slows or stops operation completely.

Build ups can form as bottle necks, bridges, arches, rat holes and wall build ups. All of these result in reduced flow, storage capacity and dead material.

The Solution

The Bin Whip is a remote controlled, portable device to power bulk material accumulations from the walls of storage structures. As used by ESS, the Bin Whip uses specially designed flails powered by compressed air to dislodge even the most stubborn materials.

Features and Benefits

No risk to personnel

There is no need for personnel to enter the silo. Cleaning is performed by skilled ESS technicians from outside the silo; plant employees provide only haulage of material removed from the bin.

Capacity recovery

By returning bulk solids storage systems to original capacity, more 'live' material can be stored. The plant can use all its storage space.

Material recovery

Material removed from the silo can be used in plant operations. The value of this material will often pay the cost of the cleaning.

Improved Efficiency

With full capacity restored, silos and bunkers provide storage and feeding at design rates, so plant operations run on schedule.

No mess, no fuss

There are no explosives, no chemicals, no cutting of walls, no structural modifications, no contamination of material. Cleaning proceeds quickly, so downtime is limited.

Environmentally safe

Dry process allows material reclamation. No waste, no sludge, no water contamination.

Protects storage vessels

The Bin Whip is lightweight and easily controllable to avoid damage to the silo.

  • How does it work?

    The Bin Whip machine is an air-powered, manually controlled device for the cleaning of silos/bins' internal surfaces.


    It achieves this by way of a compressed air-driven "Whip-Head", suspended by the air supply hose and located on the end of a manually operated, wire rope controlled ranging boom, spinning chain/rope flails against the internal material build-up.


    By utilising two trained operators, this "Bin-Whip" machine enables the cleaning/clearing of silo/bin internal surfaces without the need for confined spaces entry and the associated hazards. Depending on the nature of the material and silo/bin construction, flails of chain, rope or similar may be used to brush or break any deposits that affect the operating efficiency of the said silos and bins alike.


    The "Bin-Whip" machine is self-contained in its own transport trailer, holding all necessary components for operational use.


    This machine should only be operated by people fully conversant with the machine and trained in its safe operation.

  • Backup and support

    ESS is proud to stand behind its products, offering a 100% guarantee. All of our products are manufactured in two separate locations within Australia. We maintain local stores and service crews in most Australian mining centers, with expert technicians available for installation, service, inspection, and troubleshooting. Our design team also provides tailored solutions to best meet your specific plant requirements.

Silo Cleaning Service

ESS provides silo cleaning services using Bin Whip technology. Two trained technicians operate a compressed-air-driven whip head that efficiently cleans the internal surface of the silo or bin.

Schedule Silo Cleaning

Contact our team on 1800 074 446 to ask more about our products and solutions.