Silage Film: 80 Micron Clamp Sheets for an Airtight Cover
The layer that decides between loss and quality. Clamp sheets at 80 micron in 35 and 50 metres, so you end up with as few seams as possible.
Silage Film: Covered Is Not the Same as Sealed
Between a sheet that merely lies on top and one that really seals lie the top twenty centimetres of your silage. Oxygen does not only come through holes, it also migrates slowly through the material itself, and that is exactly why film thickness is no minor detail. Our clamp sheets are 80 micron and are available in 35 and 50 metre lengths.
Why the length matters
Every seam is a potential leak, even when it overlaps generously and is weighted down. So the rule of thumb is simple: better a bit more film than one more seam. Once you know the length of your clamp, pick the roll so that you cover it in one go and still have an overhang at both ends to tuck in. The overhang at the side walls should be generous enough that the sheet is not pulled tight but can follow the clamp as it settles, otherwise it tears at the edge.
Laying it and using it again
Cover as soon as you can after the last rolling pass, because every hour left open costs quality. Pull the sheet across with two people and avoid dragging it over the clamp wall, since that is where the holes appear that you never notice later. On top of it belongs a protection grille that catches hail, birds' beaks and cats' claws. Once the clamp is opened up it is worth the effort to clean the sheet, let it dry and store it in the shade. That way it survives several seasons instead of going brittle after one summer in the light. Check it against the light before the next use, as small holes show up immediately and you can close them with silage repair tape before the sheet goes on the clamp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 80 micron enough?
For the usual cover with a protection grille, yes. Without a grille every film is far more vulnerable, whatever its thickness.
35 or 50 metres?
Whichever covers your clamp in one piece. One seam less is worth more than a few metres of material saved.
Can I use the film more than once?
Yes, as long as it is undamaged. Clean it, dry it and store it in the shade, and it often lasts several seasons.
Clamp Sheets at 80 Micron for Tight Silos
Between a sheet that merely lies on top and one that really seals lie the top twenty centimetres of your silage. Oxygen does not only come through holes, it also migrates slowly through the material itself, so thickness is no minor detail. The clamp sheets here are 80 micron and come in 35 and 50 metre lengths. Pick the roll so that you cover the clamp in one go, because every seam is a possible leak even with a generous overlap. Better a bit more film than one more seam. Cover as soon as you can after the last rolling pass, since every hour left open costs quality, and pull the sheet across with two people without dragging it over the clamp wall. That is where the holes appear that nobody spots later. Cleaned, dried and stored in the shade, a sheet will survive several seasons.