Used Mueller 30,000 Gallon Stainless Steel Insulated Dairy Silo – Vertical Milk & Whey Storage Tank

Manufacturer
Mueller
Paul Mueller Company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of stainless steel processing and storage equipment for the dairy, food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and industrial processing industries. Mueller dairy silos are recognized for their sanitary construction, insulated design, and dependable performance in bulk liquid storage applications.

Description
Available for sale is a used Mueller insulated stainless steel dairy silo with an approximately 30,000-gallon capacity. Originally designed for sanitary dairy service, this vertical storage vessel was previously used for whey, making it well suited for food-grade liquid storage and other sanitary processing applications.
The silo features an internal diameter of approximately 140 inches and an overall shell height of approximately 518-1/8 inches. Its insulated construction helps maintain consistent product temperatures while reducing heat transfer, making it ideal for refrigerated or temperature-sensitive liquid products.
Built in 1996, the tank includes a side bottom manway for convenient access, cleaning, and inspection. This vessel is an excellent choice for dairy processors, food manufacturers, beverage producers, and industrial facilities requiring large-capacity sanitary liquid storage.

Specifications

Specification
Details

Manufacturer
Mueller

Equipment Type
Insulated Dairy Silo

Capacity
Approximately 30,000 Gallons

Construction
Stainless Steel

Orientation
Vertical

Internal Diameter
Approximately 140 in.

Height
Approximately 518-1/8 in.

Insulation
Yes

Manway
Side Bottom Manway

Previous Service
Whey Storage

Year Built
1996

Condition
Used

Typical Applications

Dairy storage
Whey storage
Milk storage
Cream storage
Food ingredient storage
Beverage processing
Liquid sugar storage
Process water storage
Bulk liquid storage
Sanitary process storage
Ingredient holding
Food manufacturing

Common Products Stored

Whey
Raw milk
Pasteurized milk
Cream
Yogurt base
Liquid dairy ingredients
Juice
Liquid sugar
Process water
Beverage ingredients
Food-grade liquids
Liquid food products

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the storage capacity of this silo?
This Mueller dairy silo has an approximate capacity of 30,000 gallons, making it suitable for high-volume liquid storage applications.
What was the silo previously used for?
The tank was previously used for whey storage, making it well suited for sanitary food and dairy applications.
Is the tank insulated?
Yes. The silo features an insulated stainless steel construction to help maintain product temperature and improve energy efficiency.
Does the tank include an access manway?
Yes. The vessel is equipped with a side bottom manway for cleaning, maintenance, and inspection.
What industries commonly use this type of silo?
These silos are widely used in the dairy, food processing, beverage, ingredient manufacturing, and sanitary liquid storage industries.
Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping and logistics?
Yes. Aaron Equipment can coordinate domestic and international shipping, heavy-haul transportation, export documentation, rigging, and logistics for large storage tanks and complete processing systems.