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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company
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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company
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scafcograin.com
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Private
Founded yearint
1954
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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of grain storage and handling equipment, headquartered in Spokane, Washington. Founded in 1954, the company designs and produces grain storage systems including bunker walls and silos that address on-farm and commercial grain preservation, storage capacity, and postharvest loss reduction. SCAFCO is listed among key manufacturers in the global grain bunker wall market alongside Ag Growth International (AGI, the identified market leader), Sukup Manufacturing Co., and Brock Grain Systems, indicating its position within the established competitive set of agricultural storage infrastructure providers.

The company's customer base is concentrated in agricultural operations seeking grain storage and handling infrastructure, with a horizontal segmentation approach addressing use cases such as agricultural modernization and food security infrastructure. Specific go-to-market mechanics — including dealer networks, direct sales channels, pricing models, and contract structures — are not publicly disclosed in available sources, which is typical of privately held manufacturers in this segment. The company employs 251-500 people, consistent with a mid-sized industrial manufacturer serving both domestic and international agricultural customers. No information regarding ownership structure, institutional backing, or recent strategic transactions is available in the source material.

SCAFCO competes in a structurally favorable industry context: the global grain bunker wall market is projected to reach $614.2 million by 2034, supported by drivers including agricultural modernization, food security investment, and postharvest loss prevention. However, the source data does not disclose company-level revenue, customer wins, geographic expansion, product launches, or AI/technology adoption, limiting any deeper financial or strategic assessment.

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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is a privately held Spokane, Washington-based manufacturer founded in 1954 that designs and produces grain storage and handling systems, including bunker walls and silos, serving agricultural operations globally.

Operating statusenum
Operating
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Headcount rangeband
251–500
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersSpokane, United States
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Spokane
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United States
HQ regionstring
North America
Markets served

Serves global market

Keyword5 values
grain storage systems, grain handling equipment, bunker walls, agricultural silos, postharvest storage
Industry4 codes
1Grain Bin & Silo Systems (On-Farm)
CodeAFAOABAAPrimaryYes
2Post-Harvest Handling, Grain & Storage Equipment
CodeIMAHACAJPrimaryNo
3On-Farm Grain Monitoring & Automation (Temperature/Moisture/IoT)
CodeAFAOABAFPrimaryNo
4On-Farm Grain Drying Systems (Batch/In-Bin)
CodeAFAOABACPrimaryNo
NAICS code1 code
  • Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning)115114
SIC code1 code
  • Farm Machinery & Equipment3523
Product category
Agricultural Grain Storage Equipment
Cost components5 values
Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D
GTM typeB2B
B2B
Offering typeHardware or Manufacturing
Hardware or Manufacturing
Core offering1 text field

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company manufactures grain storage and handling systems, including bunker walls and silos, for agricultural operations. The company produces physical infrastructure used by farm operations to store harvested grain, preserve crop quality, and prevent postharvest loss.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product and service3 records
1Grain Storage Systems
CategoryGrain Storage Equipment
2Bunker Walls
CategoryGrain Storage Equipment
3Silos
CategoryGrain Storage Equipment
Scale indicator2 records

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Type, Value, Description, Source

Recent move1 record

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight1 record

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Peers10 records
1AGI (Ag Growth International)
TypeDirect peer
Description

Identified market leader in the grain bunker wall segment and a direct competitor to SCAFCO across grain storage, handling, and conditioning equipment globally.

2Sukup Manufacturing Co.
TypeDirect peer
Description

Family-owned U.S. manufacturer of grain bins, dryers, and handling equipment; competes head-to-head with SCAFCO in on-farm grain storage systems.

3Brock Grain Systems
TypeDirect peer
Description

Long-established grain storage and handling equipment manufacturer; directly comparable product portfolio and dealer-driven go-to-market model to SCAFCO.

4Sioux Steel Company
TypeDirect peer
Description

Manufacturer of narrow corr bins, hopper bins, aeration, and handling products; overlapping product lines with SCAFCO and serving the same agricultural dealer channel.

5GSI (Grain Systems Inc.)
TypeDirect peer
Description

Major grain storage and handling equipment brand (now part of AGI) offering bins, dryers, and conveyors; competes directly with SCAFCO in on-farm and commercial grain systems.

6Chief Industries
TypeDirect peer
Description

U.S. manufacturer of grain bins and drying equipment under the Chief Agri/Chief Grain brands; directly competitive with SCAFCO in steel grain storage systems.

7Behlen Manufacturing
TypeDirect peer
Description

Diversified steel manufacturer producing grain bins and farm storage buildings; overlaps with SCAFCO's grain storage and bunker wall categories.

8Westeel
TypeDirect peer
Description

Canadian manufacturer of steel grain storage and handling products offering smoothwall and corrugated bins; direct competitor with comparable product lines to SCAFCO.

9Meridian Manufacturing
TypeDirect peer
Description

Manufacturer of grain storage bins, augers, and seed/fertilizer handling equipment; competes with SCAFCO across on-farm grain handling and storage categories.

10MFS / Stormor (Global Industries)
TypeEmerging player
Description

Smaller specialty manufacturer of grain bins and drying systems serving similar on-farm customers; a niche competitor with overlapping but narrower product scope than SCAFCO.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Weaknesses4 records

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Competitive moat2 records

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Key risks5 records

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Key highlights4 records

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Segment1 record

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Ideal customer profile1 record

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Technology focused
No
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Has app

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Funding overview

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Investors

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company

Agricultural Grain Storage Equipmentscafcograin.com

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is a privately held Spokane, Washington-based manufacturer founded in 1954 that designs and produces grain storage and handling systems, including bunker walls and silos, serving agricultural operations globally.

What SCAFCO Grain Systems Company does

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is a privately held U.S. manufacturer of grain storage and handling equipment, headquartered in Spokane, Washington. Founded in 1954, the company designs and produces grain storage systems including bunker walls and silos that address on-farm and commercial grain preservation, storage capacity, and postharvest loss reduction. SCAFCO is listed among key manufacturers in the global grain bunker wall market alongside Ag Growth International (AGI, the identified market leader), Sukup Manufacturing Co., and Brock Grain Systems, indicating its position within the established competitive set of agricultural storage infrastructure providers.

The company's customer base is concentrated in agricultural operations seeking grain storage and handling infrastructure, with a horizontal segmentation approach addressing use cases such as agricultural modernization and food security infrastructure. Specific go-to-market mechanics — including dealer networks, direct sales channels, pricing models, and contract structures — are not publicly disclosed in available sources, which is typical of privately held manufacturers in this segment. The company employs 251-500 people, consistent with a mid-sized industrial manufacturer serving both domestic and international agricultural customers. No information regarding ownership structure, institutional backing, or recent strategic transactions is available in the source material.

SCAFCO competes in a structurally favorable industry context: the global grain bunker wall market is projected to reach $614.2 million by 2034, supported by drivers including agricultural modernization, food security investment, and postharvest loss prevention. However, the source data does not disclose company-level revenue, customer wins, geographic expansion, product launches, or AI/technology adoption, limiting any deeper financial or strategic assessment.

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company firmographics

Firmographics
Name
SCAFCO Grain Systems Company
Legal name
SCAFCO Grain Systems Company
Website
https://scafcograin.com
Company type
Private
Founded year
1954
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
251–500 employees
Short description
SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is a privately held Spokane, Washington-based manufacturer founded in 1954 that designs and produces grain storage and handling systems, including bunker walls and silos, serving agricultural operations globally.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company industry classification

Industry
Product category
Agricultural Grain Storage Equipment
NAICS
Postharvest Crop Activities (except Cotton Ginning) (115114)
SIC
Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)
akta.pro primary industry
Grain Bin & Silo Systems (On-Farm) (AFAOABAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Post-Harvest Handling, Grain & Storage Equipment (IMAHACAJ), On-Farm Grain Monitoring & Automation (Temperature/Moisture/IoT) (AFAOABAF), On-Farm Grain Drying Systems (Batch/In-Bin) (AFAOABAC)

Keywords

  • Grain storage systems
  • Grain handling equipment
  • Bunker walls
  • Agricultural silos
  • Postharvest storage

Where SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Spokane
HQ country
United States
HQ region
North America

Markets served

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company business model

Business model
GTM type
B2B
Offering type
Hardware or Manufacturing
Cost components
Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company product offering

Product offering

Core offering

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company manufactures grain storage and handling systems, including bunker walls and silos, for agricultural operations. The company produces physical infrastructure used by farm operations to store harvested grain, preserve crop quality, and prevent postharvest loss.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

  • Grain Storage Systems
  • Bunker Walls
  • Silos

Companies that use SCAFCO Grain Systems Company

Customer profile

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves1 record

Expansion highlights1 record

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • AGI (Ag Growth International): Identified market leader in the grain bunker wall segment and a direct competitor to SCAFCO across grain storage, handling, and conditioning equipment globally.
  • Sukup Manufacturing Co. Family-owned U.S. manufacturer of grain bins, dryers, and handling equipment; competes head-to-head with SCAFCO in on-farm grain storage systems.
  • Brock Grain Systems: Long-established grain storage and handling equipment manufacturer; directly comparable product portfolio and dealer-driven go-to-market model to SCAFCO.
  • Sioux Steel Company: Manufacturer of narrow corr bins, hopper bins, aeration, and handling products; overlapping product lines with SCAFCO and serving the same agricultural dealer channel.
  • GSI (Grain Systems Inc.): Major grain storage and handling equipment brand (now part of AGI) offering bins, dryers, and conveyors; competes directly with SCAFCO in on-farm and commercial grain systems.
  • Chief Industries: U.S. manufacturer of grain bins and drying equipment under the Chief Agri/Chief Grain brands; directly competitive with SCAFCO in steel grain storage systems.
  • Behlen Manufacturing: Diversified steel manufacturer producing grain bins and farm storage buildings; overlaps with SCAFCO's grain storage and bunker wall categories.
  • Westeel: Canadian manufacturer of steel grain storage and handling products offering smoothwall and corrugated bins; direct competitor with comparable product lines to SCAFCO.
  • Meridian Manufacturing: Manufacturer of grain storage bins, augers, and seed/fertilizer handling equipment; competes with SCAFCO across on-farm grain handling and storage categories.

Emerging players

  • MFS / Stormor (Global Industries): Smaller specialty manufacturer of grain bins and drying systems serving similar on-farm customers; a niche competitor with overlapping but narrower product scope than SCAFCO.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights4 records

Customer concentration

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company social profiles

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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company financial estimates

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company leadership team

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SCAFCO Grain Systems Company funding detail

Funding detail

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Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about SCAFCO Grain Systems Company

What does SCAFCO Grain Systems Company do?

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company manufactures grain storage and handling systems, including bunker walls and silos, for agricultural operations. The company produces physical infrastructure used by farm operations to store harvested grain, preserve crop quality, and prevent postharvest loss.

Is SCAFCO Grain Systems Company a public or private company?

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.

When was SCAFCO Grain Systems Company founded?

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company was founded in 1954. It employs 251 to 500 people.

Where is SCAFCO Grain Systems Company based?

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company is headquartered in Spokane, United States, in the North America region.

Who are SCAFCO Grain Systems Company's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are AGI (Ag Growth International), Sukup Manufacturing Co., Brock Grain Systems, Sioux Steel Company, GSI (Grain Systems Inc.), Chief Industries, Behlen Manufacturing, Westeel and Meridian Manufacturing. MFS / Stormor (Global Industries) is listed as an emerging player.

Does SCAFCO Grain Systems Company have an API?

No public API is recorded for SCAFCO Grain Systems Company.

What industry is SCAFCO Grain Systems Company in?

SCAFCO Grain Systems Company's product category is Agricultural Grain Storage Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is AFAOABAA, Grain Bin & Silo Systems (On-Farm), with a secondary code of IMAHACAJ, Post-Harvest Handling, Grain & Storage Equipment. Its NAICS code is 115114 and its SIC code is 3523.

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DatainteloGrain Bunker Wall Market Research Report 2034The global grain bunker wall market is valued at $384.6 million in 2025 and is projected to reach $614.2 million by 2034, representing a compound annual growth rate of 5.2% during the forecast period. Steel bunker walls hold the largest material share at 42.3%, while Asia Pacific dominates regional market share at 38.4%. AGI (Ag Growth International) leads the competitive landscape among manufacturers including SCAFCO Grain Systems Company, Sukup Manufacturing Co., and Brock Grain Systems, with key growth drivers being agricultural modernization, food security concerns, and emerging market infrastructure expansion.YahooGrain Silos and Storage System Global Market Report 2023The global grain silos and storage system market grew from $1.50 billion in 2022 to $1.61 billion in 2023 at a compound annual growth rate of 6.7%, with projections indicating it will reach $2.01 billion in 2027 at a CAGR of 5.7%. North America was the largest regional market in 2022, driven by increasing crop consumption linked to population growth and technological advancements in storage solutions. Sioux Steel Co. acquired SCAFCO Grain Systems Co. in May 2022 to expand its product portfolio and international shipping capabilities.World-grainSioux Steel buys SCAFCO Grain SystemsSioux Steel Co. has acquired SCAFCO Grain Systems Co., with the transaction effective as of March 1. The acquisition expands Sioux Steel's product portfolio and manufacturing capacity, allowing for increased global distribution of grain systems equipment. Both companies will continue operations from their respective locations in South Dakota and Washington.