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Who Is Westside Salvage?

Our team of experts on staff responds immediately and brings over 100 years of industry expertise to lead the way through disaster mitigation and salvage recovery.

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Recent Posts

Jun
27
New Farm Owner Checklist
Starting a farm is exciting—but also overwhelming. From selecting the right land to putting safety plans in place, there’s a lot to juggle. Whether you’re taking over a family operation or starting fresh, this checklist breaks down the key steps every new farmer should take to build a strong and safe foundation.
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Jun
26
Why Crop Insurance Claims Are Rising
Crop insurance claims are climbing fast across the U.S., fueled by a combination of extreme weather events, rising input costs, and expanded federal coverage options. From widespread droughts to heavy rains and hail, more farmers are leaning on insurance as both a safety net and a strategic necessity.
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Jun
20
Understanding the Dust Explosion Pentagon
Every combustible dust incident is the result of five critical factors coming together—a concept known as the Dust Explosion Pentagon. This blog walks you through each side of the Pentagon, shows you real‐world mitigation strategies, and reveals how removing just one element can stop an explosion before it starts. Whether you’re an operations manager, safety officer, or maintenance technician, you’ll gain the insights and actionable steps needed to “break” the Pentagon and safeguard your facility.
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May
30
Grain Dust Explosions: Understand the Causes, Prevention, and Safety
Grain dust explosions remain one of the deadliest hazards in agricultural and industrial operations. When fine dust particles become suspended in air and encounter a spark or hot surface, the result can be a rapid, high-pressure blast that shreds equipment, ignites secondary clouds, and risks lives.
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May
13
Silo Maintenance 101: Checklists for Year-Round Upkeep
We’ll walk you through your essential silo maintenance checklists—covering monthly, seasonal, and annual inspections—so you can keep your facility running safely, protect your grain quality, and avoid costly downtime.
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Based in the Midwest, our experienced teams can deploy from coast to coast.

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