Getting the right shed for you

With government assistance and the $150000 instant asset write-off available, a new structural steel hay shed could be a smart investment.

When investing in the future of your business, you want to be sure the investment is going to stand the test of time and work.

But how do you choose a hay shed that is right for you?

"The first thing to decide on is the size you need," a TechSpan spokesman said.

"There are four main points you will need to consider when deciding how big your hay shed needs to be including bale size, number of bales to store, how high you can stack your hay bales, and the size of the shed site.

"The size of hay bales you are planning to store, and the maximum number of bales you need to store will determine the minimum size of your shed.

"It is best to overestimate the number of bales you need to store a little to ensure you don't run out of space.

"The next consideration is how many bales high you can stack your hay with the equipment and machinery you have?

"Common shed heights allow for five or six bales high.

"Using these numbers you can work out the optimal size for your hay shed, and determine if a shed big enough to store all your hay will fit on the site where you want it placed.

"Once you've worked out an approximate size, you'll need to consider what other options your shed may need.

"Do you need extra-large openings to load and unload your hay, or do you need the bays of your shed to be a custom size?

"You'll also need to consider the prevailing weather conditions and determine how many closed walls your hay shed will need.

"As hay is notorious for producing moisture, you'll need proper air circulation with a roof ventilation system to reduce the chance of mold and combustion.

"TechSpan works with you and local council to design the perfect hay shed for your farm and manage the approvals process from start to finish, even on the most complicated buildings."