Who we are
Established in Brittany since 1840, FAO began specializing in the design, manufacture and installation of grain storage equipment in the late 50s. The company supplies turnkey plants to meet the varied needs of farmers, traders, cooperatives, and industrialists. These plants can handle a wide range of bulk products: corn, wheat, barley, cocoa, soya, rice, pellets…
Our specialised engineering departments, staffed by experienced technicians and engineers, design standard and customised equipment to meet the specific technical and economic requirements of each grain handling, cleaning, drying and storage project.
Our production workshop, with a total surface area of over 7,000 m², includes a mechanical workshop as well as a workshop dedicated to the production of electrical cabinets. We also have a baked epoxy paint line, a logistics department to handle shipments, and a spare parts warehouse. This complete infrastructure enables us to control the various processes, from design to on-site shipment, to guarantee the success of your grain storage project.
Today, the company employs 60 people to support you from the preliminary design stage right through to commissioning. Our teams then handle the wiring, installation and maintenance of your installation anywhere in France.
180 years of history
Founding of TEXIER in Vitré (35), specialised in boiler making
Creation of FAO (Fonderie et Ateliers de l'Ouest), which evolves into the construction of interior farm equipment.
FAO develops a new range of equipment for grain drying, cleaning and storage
Construction of a new 7,000 m² plant on rue Jean-Marie Texier in Vitré (35)
Development of a local branch network
Founding of TEXIER in Vitré (35), specialised in boiler making
Creation of FAO (Fonderie et Ateliers de l'Ouest), which evolves into the construction of interior farm equipment.
FAO develops a new range of equipment for grain drying, cleaning and storage
Construction of a new 7,000 m² plant on rue Jean-Marie Texier in Vitré (35)
Development of a local branch network
Our expertise
Reception
Receiving pit of various capacities, pit grate, above-ground reception, mobile hopper for grain collection.
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Cleaning
Pre-cleaner and rotary cleaner for dedusting, crumbling, sizing and screening grain.
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Drying
Recirculating continuous-flow column dryers for cereals and oilseeds.
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Handling
Bucket elevator, chain conveyor, belt conveyor, screw range for bulk product transfer.
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Storage
Indoor and outdoor storage silos, ventilation systems for flat and silo storage.
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Shipping
Loading bins for shipping and storing grain.
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FAF
On-farm feed manufacturing: flattener, hammer mill, mixer and turnkey FAF solutions.
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Automation
Monitoring and controlling your storage facility: control panel, thermometry, remote control, etc.
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FAO in figures
Support at every stage of your project
Our commitments
At FAO, we value long-lasting, trust-based relationships with our customers, taking into account their expectations and needs. This approach is based on the following fundamental commitments:
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An international presence
FAO supports you in France and abroad. Our network of partners enables us to extend our geographical coverage and improve our international services. At every stage, our teams are at your service to create your project and meet your requirements.
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