SILO EMPTYING TEST EXPERIMETAL PROCEDURE An almost empty silo was filled with consistent quality PTA as measured by frequent input samples. The silo was then emptied completely into 4150 bags of one metric ton each. A total of 55 samples were taken from the bags filled. Sampling was more frequent at the beginning and end of the test. All samples taken during the trial were tested for particle size.Median, Microns Silo Emptying PTA Particle Size Variation During Silo Emptying Start of Cone 0 ‘1000 2000 3000 4000 5000 Number of Bags Filled Conclusion: silo management practices can affect PSD variability both at plant and at customer sitesWH Passing 325 Mesh 20 10 Silo Emptying Test PTA Particle Size Variation During Silo Emptying 1000 ‘2000 ‘3000 Number of Bags Filled ‘4000 5000