Geometrica builds bulk storage solutions for ring stockpiles, conical piles, longitudinal piles, and free-form material piles.

 
 
 

Proven System

Geometrica domes provide storage space in over 40 countries. These structures are built with an efficient structural system of strong and corrosion resistant galvanized steel or aluminum, and have spans that often exceed 200m (650’). The light, prefabricated domes are containerized and shipped from our plant to anywhere in the world. Installation can proceed before, during or after material handling equipment is in place, and the domes may even be built over existing stockpiles with minimal or no downtime.

 

Covering Stockpiles

Power plants, grain dealers, mines, cement plants, ports and many other industries need to stock large quantities of dry bulk materials. These are often left uncovered, or stored in vertical silos. But silos are small and expensive, while open stockpiles are subject to material spoilage, and pollute with dust and runoff. A dome is a smart investment. Organizations that store feed, ores or solid fuels have looked for and found a cost effective way to solve their large storage needs: Geometrica's geodesic domes.

 
 
122m span JEA Power Plant. Jacksonville, Florida.

122m span JEA Power Plant. Jacksonville, Florida.

 
 

Details and Options

CONVEYOR OPENINGS 

Accommodations are easily made for conveyors, chutes or blending equipment, without compromising the structural behavior of the dome.

 

ACCESS LADDERS AND MANWALKS 

Exterior or interior manways can be designed and supplied with your building for convenient and safe access.

 

METAL CLADDING 

Geometrica steel cladding is galvanized and coated with a baked-on polymer to give superior corrosion and ultraviolet ray resistance. Profiles are designed to best suit your job, and include rectangular or standing seam panels. Rectangular panels may be fastened to the inside of the structural frame to protect against fire or corrosion hazards.

Natural Lighting

Translucent cladding panels in matching profiles bring daylight into Geometrica domes and save energy costs.

 

NATURAL VENTILATION 

Ventilation openings can be designed into the structure to provide the desired air circulation.

 

ANCHORING SYSTEMS 

Several anchoring options are available, including: cast in place (second pour), welded to embedded plates, and drilled anchors.

 

ACCESS OPENINGS 

Openings of nearly any shape and size for vehicle and personnel access may be incorporated into your Geometrica dome. Doors, frames and canopies are available for all openings.

 
 

 
 

Types of Stored Material

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Shape of Pile

Material stockpiles may be classified in four general categories by their shape: ring, conical, longitudinal and free-form.

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