A I R T I G H T STORAGE
What is Airtight Storage? a storage method wherein the stored product is placed in an airtight container. Also called as hermetic storage. The air inside the container is isolated from that of the outside environment hence its condition is significantly altered as seeds respire.
A I R T I G H T STORAGE
How does Airtight Storage work? Studies in the past show that properly dried seeds can be preserved for a long time as long as the following conditions are met:
A low seed MC is maintained A low oxygen–high carbon dioxide atmosphere is maintained In hermetic storage, a low oxygen-carbon dioxide atmosphere is created through the natural respiration of the seeds and of any insect present.
SACLOB
S A C L O B
SEALED STORAGE ENCLOSURE FOR HYBRID RICE AND OTHER SEEDS - a locally developed flexible container, equipped with a simple sealing mechanism, where bags of rice seeds are placed during storage.
Imported hermetic storage enclosures are also available in the market and now being used mostly by seed companies in storing their seeds
Why S A C L O B
Rice seeds stored inside the SACLOB Rice seeds stored conventionally
ďƒź Low MC is maintained throughout the whole storage duration
ďƒź Insect infestation is prevented. Is Insects that are already with better the seeds would eventually die because of lack of oxygen.
Parts of
S A C L O B
When General Requirements When Using the to SACLOB use 1. The SACLOB should be used for indoor
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storage only. 2. The space to be occupied should be free from sharp objects (small stones, metals, etc.) which may puncture or damage its bottom side. 3. Rice seeds to be stored must be properly dried(MC of 12% or lower) 4. Before using, check its sides to make sure it is free from punctures or holes.
Loading the SACLOB In building the stack, it is important to start laying bags at the four corners of the SACLOB to straighten the base and ensure that there are no ruffles or folds.
Layer 6 (Top) Layer 5 Layer 4 Layer 3
Normally, for the 1 ton capacity model, 8 bags (at 20 kg/bag) could be accommodated in every layer. The succeeding layers should be laid out following an alternate locking system to prevent crumbling of stacks.
Layer 2 Layer 1 (Bottom)
A pallet may be used so that the filled SACLOB could easily be transferred from one place to another if there is a need to do so.
Pallet
Closing the SACLOB Once filled, the SACLOB is closed by adhering the partnered sealing strips (V1 and V-2) that are all attached at the inside surface of the rim. Once done, the rim, which at this time is stretched horizontally, is then folded to enable the pair of sealing strips at the outside surface of the rim (V-3) to be joined together. Additional fold in the same direction is done until the vertical side of the box is stretched out. (Note: There should be enough space left for additional folds, otherwise the number of layers of bags should be reduced. The additional folds will help ensure the air tightness of the filled SACLOB).
Closing the SACLOB The two ends of the folded rim are then bent towards the center of the top side of the enclosure. The strap is then placed on top of these folded rim and connected to the buckle for tightening in order to keep the folded rim in place.
Strap
Using the SACLOB ďƒź The use of the SACLOB needs to be complemented with an oxygen meter so as to be able to monitor the oxygen content of the air inside. If there are no holes present, an oxygen level of 2 to 4% is usually attained within one week from the time the SACLOB is closed. ďƒź However, if there is no oxygen meter available, the filled SACLOB must be checked regularly for punctures or damages that may lose its hermetic condition.