Storage Hopper – 725 cu ft (20,500 L) Capacity with Removable Ladder & Safety Cage, Bare Steel Construction (No Primer Finish)

Part Number: 888-1107-725PB

The 725 cu ft Storage Hopper (888-1107-725PB) is a heavy-duty abrasive storage and delivery system engineered for large-scale industrial blasting operations. Constructed from bare steel (no primer finish), this hopper is built to last and designed for rugged environments where bulk storage, accessibility, and safety are top priorities.

This high-capacity unit features a removable ladder and OSHA-compliant safety cage, ensuring safe access for inspection and maintenance. It provides a drive-thru clearance of 11' – 1.5" and includes dual abrasive discharge spouts with open/closed gates and a unique drip rail protection system. Designed and structurally analyzed by a registered professional engineer, this storage hopper meets the highest standards for performance, capacity, and safety.

Specifications:

• Capacity: 725 cu ft (20,500 L) / 32 tons maximum (based on 100 lb/cu ft density)

• Weight (Empty): 8,300 lb

• Drive-Thru Clearance: 11' – 1.5"

• Construction: Bare Steel (No Primer Finish)

• Finish Options:

  • Blasted & Primed: Part #888-1107-72501PB

  • Blasted, Primed & Painted: Part #888-1107-72502PB

• Shipping Height (Laying Down): 123-1/8"

• Foundation Requirement: Must be secured to a solid concrete foundation

• Made in U.S.A.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Engineered Strength & Safety:

  • Pad eye design and structural analysis certified by a registered professional engineer in mechanical engineering.

• High-Capacity Storage:

  • Stores up to 32 tons (725 cu ft) of abrasive media.

  • Dual discharge spouts with open/closed gates and 4" cleanout cap.

  • One gate pipe extends to the seam of the box and cone, allowing users to gauge approximately 5 tons of abrasive remaining.

• OSHA-Compliant Ladder & Safety Cage:

  • Designed to OSHA 29 CFR standards for rung spacing, cage design, distance from ground, and structure clearance.

  • Fully removable for transport or inspection.

• Ease of Access & Maintenance:

  • Large manway for inspection and cleaning.

  • Rainproof roof vent and unique one-piece sloped “watershed” roof prevent moisture intrusion.

  • 4" ground-level filler pipe with male cam-lock coupling for easy refilling.

• Heavy-Duty Build:

  • Lifting lugs built to SePCo & BHP standards for safe handling.

  • Structural integrity verified for industrial use.

Important Note:

• This unit must be anchored to a solid concrete foundation before use.

• Shipping configuration: Hopper ships lying down (height 123-1/8").