Bates Equipment Sales LLC in Urbana, Ohio brings decades of hands-on grain equipment experience to agricultural and industrial customers — with honest pricing and dependable service.

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Grain Handling & Equipment Solutions in Ohio — Bates Equipment Sales LLC.

Bates Equipment Sales LLC provides dependable grain storage, grain handling, and drying solutions for customers throughout Ohio and surrounding areas. Based in Urbana, Ohio, our company works with agricultural operations, grain facilities, feed facilities, fertilizer facilities, cooperatives, and industrial customers that need reliable equipment and experienced support from a team they can trust.

Since the beginning, our company has focused on honesty, fairness, quality workmanship, and dependable service. Our team understands that every project is important, whether it involves a single piece of equipment, a preventative maintenance plan, a new grain storage tank, or a complete system layout and installation. We work closely with customers to provide practical solutions that improve efficiency, safety, storage capacity, and long term performance.

With decades of industry experience behind our company, Bates Equipment Sales LLC continues to help customers with equipment sales, system planning, facility upgrades, maintenance, and replacement services. Our team is committed to providing straightforward communication, fair pricing, and dependable support from start to finish. Our team supports grain handling, grain processing, and grain storage operations for agricultural and industrial facilities throughout Ohio.

Grain Storage Tanks and Facility Solutions

Reliable grain storage is essential for protecting product quality and maintaining efficient operation throughout the year. Bates Equipment Sales LLC supplies grain storage tanks and related systems designed to meet the needs of agricultural and industrial operations.

Our team works with customers to determine the best storage options based on facility size, operational goals, and future expansion plans. Whether a customer needs corrugated tanks, welded tanks, or smooth wall tanks, we help identify practical solutions that provide dependable performance and long service life.

In 2024, Bates Equipment Sales LLC became the local dealer for Sweet Material Handling and Behlen Grain Systems. This partnership strengthened our ability to provide high quality storage and material handling equipment backed by industry experience and knowledgeable service.

From new installations to equipment upgrades and replacements, we help customers improve efficiency and storage capacity while maintaining safe and dependable operations.

Handling Equipment and Drying Systems

Efficient grain handling equipment is essential for reducing downtime and maintaining smooth operation throughout every stage of production and storage. Bates Equipment Sales LLC supplies dependable handling systems designed to support the demands of modern facilities.

Our team works with customers to provide bucket elevators, drag conveyors, screw conveyors, belt conveyors, pneumatic conveyors, augers, and transport augers that are suited to the specific needs of each operation.

In addition to handling equipment, we also provide drying systems and aeration solutions that help protect grain quality and improve storage performance. Our services include fans, ducts, transitions, vents, and complete aeration layout and design support.

Every system is planned with efficiency, safety, and long term reliability in mind. We understand the importance of reducing breakdowns and maintaining consistent performance during demanding harvest and storage seasons.

Complete Grain Equipment Solutions

Bates Equipment Sales LLC offers a wide range of products and services for grain handling, storage, and drying operations. We work with trusted manufacturers and quality equipment to help customers improve productivity and maintain dependable performance throughout the year.



Our equipment and services include:

Every operation has different needs, which is why we take time to understand each project before recommending equipment or system layouts. Our goal is to provide solutions that support long term efficiency while helping customers avoid unnecessary downtime and unexpected problems.

Experience You Can Depend On

The history behind Bates Equipment Sales LLC is built on decades of hands on experience in the grain handling and equipment industry. Dale Bates began working in the industry in 1976 and gained valuable experience in construction, equipment sales, service work, and facility design. Through years of working with respected companies, attending industry seminars, and participating in manufacturer training programs, he developed a deep understanding of grain handling systems and customer needs.

Over time, Dale recognized the need for a company that focused on transparency, honest pricing, and dependable customer service. That vision led to the creation of Bates Equipment Sales LLC.

Today, our company continues to operate with the same principles that guided the business from the beginning. Customers appreciate our straightforward communication, fair recommendations, and commitment to quality work. We understand that trust is earned through reliability, professionalism, and consistent results.

In 2022, the construction division transitioned to Jackson Grain Systems LLC under longtime team member Matt Jackson. After spending 14 years with Bates Equipment Sales LLC, Matt continued the same commitment to dependable service and quality workmanship. Bates Equipment Sales LLC and Jackson Grain Systems LLC continue to work closely together to provide customers with complete project support, including equipment sales, installation, maintenance, and repair services

Installation, Repair, and Preventative Maintenance

Bates Equipment Sales LLC supports customers beyond equipment sales by helping coordinate installation services, repair work, and preventative maintenance solutions.

Equipment breakdowns can lead to costly delays and interruptions, which is why our team works hard to provide prompt service and dependable support when problems occur. We have built a strong reputation for responding to repair needs quickly, including emergency situations and after hours service when possible.

Preventative maintenance programs help customers identify wear, safety concerns, and potential issues before they become larger problems. Routine inspections and maintenance can help improve equipment lifespan, reduce downtime, and support safer operation.

Our company also provides specialty fabrication services for customers with unique equipment or facility requirements. By combining industry knowledge with practical experience, we help customers find solutions that work for their specific operations.

Serving Ohio and Surrounding Areas

Most projects completed by Bates Equipment Sales LLC are located within approximately 80 miles of Urbana, Ohio, although our team is willing to travel farther for specific projects. We are proud to serve agricultural and industrial customers throughout the region with dependable products, experienced support, and responsive service.

Whether you need a complete grain storage system, replacement equipment, facility upgrades, preventative maintenance, or repair services, Bates Equipment Sales LLC is ready to help.

Contact Bates Equipment Sales LLC

Bates Equipment Sales LLC is committed to providing honest service, dependable equipment, and practical solutions for grain handling, storage, and drying operations.



To learn more about our equipment and services or to discuss your next project, contact our team today.