Rice Mill Cover
A plain and easy description of Rice Mill Covers – which are appropriate in covering rice mills, machinery, raw material, and storing bags.
What is a Rice Mill Cover?
A Rice Mill Cover is a protective sheet constructed of HDPE tarpaulin or PVC coated material, which is used to cover:
Rice mill machinery
Paddy/rice bags
Raw material storage
Outdoor stock
Mill sheds and open areas
It guards against rain, dust, sunlight, moisture and bird attacks.
Rice Mill Covers: Best Materials.
HDPE Tarpaulin (Most used and cheap)
Waterproof
UV-stabilized
Tear-resistant
Lightweight
Comes in a number of GSM (thickness options).
PVC Coated Tarpaulin (Premium Quality).
100% waterproof
Strong, long-lasting
Heavy-duty
Most appropriate to outdoor long-term.
Recommended Thickness / GSM
GSM Approx. Thickness Durability Usage.
120-150 GSM 0.15-0.20 mm Medium Accidental use, indoor use rice bag cover, temporary uses.
150-200 GSM 0.20-0.30 mm Standard Mostly used in rice mills.
250-350 GSM 0.35-0.45 mm Heavy-duty Machinery cover, outdoor storage.
400-600 GSM (PVC) ~0.50-0.70 mm Very High Outdoor protection that is permanent.
Most commonly used:
150-200 GSM HDPE Tarpaulin (good price and strength ratio)
Available Colours
Blue
Green
Black
Yellow
Multilayer laminated (blue/black or blue/orange)
The Advantages of Rice Mill Covers.
Coats machineries against moisture and corrosion.
Eliminates the wetness of paddy/rice.
Prolongs the shelf life of stored grain.
Dust, bird waste & contamination prevented.
Minimizes weather related losses.
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Pricing table of rice mill covers.
Sizes available
Description of rice mill cover in Hanuman Trading Co. Gharaunda (Karnal).