When it comes to silage season, every hour counts. Time, labour, and weather windows are always tight, so what if you could sheet your silage clamp in half the time, without compromising on quality? At Silostop, we’re all about helping farmers work smarter, not harder. With the right materials, methods, and tools, fast, effective clamp covering is easier than you think.
Why Sheeting Quickly (and Properly) Matters
Covering your clamp efficiently is more than just a time-saver—it directly affects feed quality. Delays in sheeting can lead to oxygen infiltration, triggering aerobic spoilage and dry matter losses. The goal is to seal your clamp as quickly and tightly as possible.
That’s where Silostop products come into their own.
Use Oxygen Barrier Film for Faster, More Effective Coverage
Traditional black plastic sheets can be bulky, difficult to handle, and prone to oxygen ingress. Silostop’s Oxygen Barrier Films change the game. Our films:
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Cling tightly to the surface of the silage for a secure seal
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Reduce trapped air pockets, limiting spoilage
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Weigh far less, making them quicker and easier to handle
By switching to Silostop Max or Silostop Orange, farmers have reported time savings of up to 50% during clamp coverage.
Ditch Tyres—Try Silostop Gravel Bags Instead
Using tyres is outdated, unhygienic, and time-consuming. Gravel Bags offer a cleaner, more efficient alternative for securing sheets. Their uniform shape and easy handling make them ideal for quick application and repositioning.
Bonus benefit: They create a more consistent seal across the clamp, enhancing the oxygen barrier effect.
The One-Sheet Method: Less Material, Less Hassle
Combining a high-performance oxygen barrier with a protective top sheet allows for the one-sheet method—saving you the need for multiple layers of thick black sheets and cling film. Silostop Max is tough enough to withstand all weather conditions and perfect for multi-cut operations where the clamp is repeatedly opened and resheeted.
This method cuts down on:
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Sheet handling time
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Storage and disposal hassles
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Labour costs during application
Pro Tips to Sheet Faster
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Prep your clamp area in advance – Fold your side sheets over, ready to cover the shoulders once you have finished filling the clamp.
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Have all materials ready and pre-measured – Don’t delay ordering your sheets until you start cutting, have them on site ready & waiting.
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Use a team of 2–3 people – One person positions, the others unroll and weight down.
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Sheet in calm weather – Windy days make sheeting far more difficult and time-consuming.
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Use Silostop Max – with its high oxygen barrier properties, there’s no need for cling film, saving time with only one layer to apply.
Final Thoughts: Fast Sheeting Doesn’t Mean Cutting Corners
Speed should never come at the expense of silage quality. With the right equipment and a bit of planning, you can protect your forage faster and better than ever before.
Ready to transform your clamp sheeting process? Explore our full range of Silage Covering Solutions and see how Silostop can help you save time, reduce waste, and improve feed quality.
