Excerpt from Losses in Transporting and Handling Grain by Selected Grain Marketing Cooperatives
Every local elevator studied had cars short at destination. The number short varied from 5 percent to 93 percent of the cars studied. The number of cars. Shipped during a given period did not seem to be closely related to loss, since the loss rate did not increase measurably as the. Number of cars shipped increased.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into an incredibly detailed and comprehensive investigation into grain loss during rail transportation in America. The author examines multiple facets influencing loss rates such as loading methods, weighing techniques, equipment quality, and human error. The study uncovers surprising facts, challenging long-held assumptions about loss causes. It reveals that neither the size of an elevator nor the distance traveled significantly affects loss rates. Instead, the author pinpoints specific areas for improvement, such as emphasizing accurate weighing, maintaining equipment, and addressing the pivotal role of human involvement in minimizing losses. Overall, this book offers invaluable insights into the complexities of grain loss during rail transportation. By shedding light on the contributing factors and proposing practical solutions, the author empowers readers to make informed decisions and contribute to reducing these losses, ultimately benefiting both shippers and the agricultural industry as a whole. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780260424501_0
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