Can I use Pre-galvanized Steel for Grain Storage?

[imperialipa]

I was at Lowes and picked up one of these.

http://www.behrensmfg.com/products/b...lon-trash-can/

Says its good for pet food/bird seed.

Does not mean its human grade safe. I like the idea of using these vs a food safe plastic becasue critters cannot nibble their way in. I figure if I line the lid with some rubber weather stripping it will stay sealed up tight enough.

I figure with current 1bbl production we will burn thru a full bin in less than a month anyways.

Anyone see problems with this? If so what do you nano brewers use to store grains that is critter proof?

[Scott M]

I would think that if you seal it, making it air tight; that would induce condensation within the container. Galv is sensitive to acidic environments and I believe the product coating is primarily Zinc. Your call....

[MaltHandlingGuy]

I can't speak to the galvanizing on that particular can, but I can tell you that galvanized bins are being used to store malt all over the US at breweries of varying sizes. I wouldn't say that galvanized is the #1 option, but it works, and as long as you keep the inside clean and dry, you shouldn't have any problems.

[imperialipa]

Just got an email back from the mfg. they said their cans are not FDA approved so they cannot recommend using them for human food items.

I guess I will just get a food safe plastic liner to be sure.

Thanks for all the feedback!