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GSI PNEG-1000 User Manual

PNEG-1000
2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener and Sidewall
Construction Manual
PNEG-1000
Date: 10-11-13
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Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................4
Chapter 2 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................5
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 5
General Safety Statement ..................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Instructions ..................... ... .... .......................................... ... ... ..................................................... 7
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ........................................................................................................................... 9
Proper Storage of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction ....................................................... 10
General Information ............................................................................................................................ 11
Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage ............................................................................... 12
Chapter 3 Safety Decals ......................................................................................................................................13
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer ............................................................................................... 13
Chapter 4 Decal Sheet Placement ......................................................................................................................16
Chapter 5 Access Door Weldment Assembly ...................................................................................................17
Access Door Weldment Assembly Hardware Package (PLS-41985) ..................... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... 17
Chapter 6 Bolting Requirements ........................................................................................................................18
2 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ........................................................................................................... 18
3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ........................................................................................................... 19
Hardware Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 20
Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids .......................................................................................... 25
Chapter 7 Caulking Detail ...................................................................................................................................26
Caulking Detail (Standard Non-Laminated Sheets) ............................................................................ 26
Caulking Detail for Laminated Sheets ................................................................................................. 28
Chapter 8 Installation ..........................................................................................................................................30
Base Angle Installation ........................................................................................................................ 30
Anchor Bolt Detail ............................................................................................................................... 31
Anchor Bolt Washer Installation .......................................................................................................... 31
2.66" Sidewall Gauges .............. ... .... ... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ......................... 32
Chapter 9 Stiffener Instruction (Inside Stiffened) ...................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ..........................................34
2.66 Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions Inside Stiffened Only .................................................... 34
Chapter 10 Stiffener Assembly (Inside Only) ................................ ... ... .... ... ... ....................................................51
2 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ......................................................................................................... 51
3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ......................................................................................................... 52
Roof Stiffener Detail .......... .......................................... ... ... .......................................... ... ................... 54
Wind Ring Assembly ......................................................................................................................... 55
Chapter 11 Stiffener Instruction (Outside Stiffened) ........................................................................................58
2.66 Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions Outside Stiffened Only ................................................ 58
Chapter 12 Stiffener Assembly (Outside Only) .................................................................................................76
2 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ......................................................................................................... 76
3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ......................................................................................................... 77
Roof Stiffener Detail .......... .......................................... ... ... .......................................... ... ................... 79
Wind Ring Assembly ......................................................................................................................... 81
Chapter 13 Accessory Instructions ....................................................................................................................82
Sidedraw Systems ............................................................................................................................. 82
Wind Ring Installation ........................................................................................................
Sidedraw Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 84
Weather Cover Assembly .................................................................................................................. 91
Chapter 14 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................93
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1. Introduction

ATTENTION:
NCL 105' diameter, 28 rings and taller are covered by construction manual PNEG-972. Please obtain that manual if you are building a 105' diameter tank 28 rings or taller.
READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the bill of lading to justify their claim to the transport company.
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily accessible when needed.
This warranty provides you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear within the warranty period. In some circumstances, the company also provides field improvements, often without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void and field improvements may be denied.
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2. Safety

DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand. This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.
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2. Safety
This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury. T o a void injury, handle sharp edges with caution and always use proper protective clothing and equipment.
General Safety Statement
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, you are responsible to know what requirements, hazards, and precau tions exist and inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment, which may produce a very dangerous situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
You should consider the location of the bin site relative to power line locations or electrical transmission equipment. Contact your local power company to review your installation plan or for information concerning required equipment clearance. Clearance of portable equipment that may be taken to the bin site should also be reviewed and considered. Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin should be properly grounded and installed in accordance with National Electric Code provisions and other local or national codes.
This product is intended for the use of grain storage only. Any other use is a misuse of the product.
Sidewall bundles or sheets must be stored in a safe manner. The safest method of storing sidewall bundles is laying horizontally with the arch of the sheet upward, like a dome. Sidewall sheets stored on edge must be secured so that they cannot fall over and cause injury. Use care when handling and moving sidewall bundles.
Personnel operating or working around equipment should read this manual. This manual must be delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment.
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2. Safety
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately . Replace worn or broken p arts. Remove any built-up grease, oil, and debris.
Maintain Equipment and Work Area
Safety Instructions
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made.
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2. Safety
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone.
Keep Emergency Equipment Quickly Accessible
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Tie long hair up and back.
Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially toxic fumes and dust.
Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at elevations greater than six feet (6').
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel-Toed Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection
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2. Safety
Safety Sign-Off Sheet
As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe operating and safety procedures for this fan. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping. All unqualified persons are to stay out of the work area at all times. It is strongly recommended that another qualified person who knows the shut down procedure be in the area in the event of an emergency.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name
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2. Safety
Proper Storage of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction
Wet storage stain (rust) will develop when closely packed bundles of galvanized material, such as sidewall and roof sheets, have moisture present. Inspect roof and sidewall bundles on arrival for any moisture. If moisture is present, it must not be allowed to remain between the she ets. Separate the sheets or panels immediately and wipe them down. Spray with a light oil or diesel fuel.
If possible, sidewall bundles, roof sheets and other closely packed galvanized materials should be stored in a dry, climate controlled building. If outdoor storage is unavoidable, the materials should be stored so that they are raised above the ground and vegetation. Any stacking an d spacing mat erials sho uld not be corrosive or wet. Be sure to protect materials from the weather, but permit air movement around the bundles if possible.
Storing roof bundles and sidewall sheets at a slight incline can also help minimize the presence of moisture. Storing the bundles with the center of the dome up (like an arch) is one option for minimizing moisture during storage. Sidewall bundles can also be stored on edge but must be secured so that they do not fall over and cause injury.
If “white rust” or “wet storage stain” occurs, contact the manufacturer imme diately about ways to minimize the adverse effect upon the galvanized coating.
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2. Safety
General Information
Read this manual carefully. This manual will provide instructions on building the sidewall and stiffeners. You will also need to consult other instructions in building the tank. These include, but may not be limited to:
A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI. Roof instructions must be followed. The roof construction manual (PNEG-1092) will contain instructions
for 60' diameter and smaller bins. See appropriate individual diameter instructions for other diameters. Ladders, roof stairs, roof handrails and other products are covered by separate instruction manuals.
Consult the appropriate accessory manual. Areation systems and transitions are to be installed according to the instructions provide d with the system
or transition. Anchor bolt placement details are provided in the GSI concrete recommendation manual (PNEG-318).
See this manual.
Tools for Construction
1. Combination wrench set 7/16" to 1".
2. Alignment punches 12" long.
3. Hammer.
4. Screw drivers - standard and philips.
5. 3/8" Drive socket set and ratchet.
6. 1/2" Drive socket set and ratchet.
7. Nail aprons or tool pouches to hold supplies.
8. Gloves for hand protection.
9. Tape measure.
10. 1/2" Drive electric or pneumatic impact gun.
11. 1/2" Drive impact socket set.
12. Lifting jacks.
13. Center pole roof support.
14. Step ladders.
15. Large C-clamp or welding V-grip for clamping.
Quantities required will depend on the number of workers and size of the bin/silo.
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2. Safety
Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage
NOTE: The roof and top ring or 2 rings will be installed prior to the beginning of bin lifting/jacking
procedures. Refer all other procedures on sidewall and stiffener installation prior to the start of construction.
1. Consider the starting location of the bin, relative to the location of doors and other accessories. Proper placement of lifting jacks in relationship to anchor bolts could make a difference in final locations. Note that the sidewall sheets will be staggered.
2. The bin is lifted by the use of lifting jacks. Lifting jacks are used to slowly and evenly lift the bin during construction. Lifting jacks must be properly sized and designed to carry all dead and live loads and job site conditions associated with the construction of the bin.
The number of lifting jacks required is best determined by personal experience and expertise. Factors such as bin size, jack design, construction conditions, support surface, etc., are all to be considered when deciding how many to use. If in doubt, use one jack on every sheet. The lifting jack must be adequate to carry all loads. Heavy duty jacks, generally hydraulic or electric powered in the case of large bins, should be used for commercial installation. All jacks should be secured with braces or otherwise maintained in a stable condition.
Lifting of the bins should not be done under windy conditions. Follow the jack manufacturers recommendations on capacity and operations.
3. Lifting brackets must be attached through the stiffener bolt holes. Normally you will need to attach to at least four (4) bolts per stiffener.
4. Raise the bin just high enough to assemble the next ring. When lifting the bin, all jacks must lift at an equal rate. Monitor the lift to ensure even lifting is occurring.
5. To the inside of the first ring, bolt the next ring. Be sure to stagger the sheets and select the proper gauge material.
6. Lower the bin onto the foundation after assembling and tightening bolts on the new ring or rings.
7. Attach stiffeners to the body sheets every two (2) tiers (on the external surface of the bin). You may want to leave sheets loose to make the attachment of the stiffeners easier.
8. Now re-bolt the lifting brackets to the lowest ring in place thus far. Continue ring additions by repeating Steps 5 and 6.
9. Add inside and outside ladders as you continue to raise the bin. (Refer to the manual supplied with the ladder.)
10. Lower the tank and secure to the foundation before leaving the job site.
11. At the completion of the tank, set stiffeners over the anchor bolts and measure the tank to ensure it is in a round condition. Consult with GSI for questions on tolerances.
NOTE: For 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors special placement issues may apply. Consult the special
instructions provided with 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors for these options.
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3. Safety Decals

Excessive vacuum (or pressure) may damage roof. Use positive aeration system. Make sure all roof vents are open and unobstructed. Start roof fans when supply fans are started. Do not operate when conditions exist that may cause roof vent icing.
DC-969
CAUTION
GSI Group, Inc. 217-226-4421
The manufacturer does not warrant any roof damage caused by excess ive v acuum or internal pressure from fans or other air moving systems. Adequate ventilation and/or “makeup air” devices should be provided for all powered air handling systems. The manufacturer does not recommend the use of downward flow systems (suction). Severe roof damage can result from any blockage of air passages. Running fans durin g high humidity/cold weather conditions can cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.
Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer
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3. Safety Decals
Rotating flighting will
kill or dismember.
Flowing material will
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material will
collapse and suffocate.
DANGER
Keep clear of all augers.
DO NOT ENTER this bin!
If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power.
2. Use a safety harness and safety line.
3. Station another person outside the bin.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
Failure to heed these
warnings will result in
serious injury or death.
DC-GBC-1A
GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421
ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring, 24" porthole door cover and roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421
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3. Safety Decals
ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421
WARNING
UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain remains above this outlet.
2. Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above condition is satisfied.
3. Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental premature use.
4. See manufacturers instructions for proper use of factory supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems.
Failure to heed these warnings
could result in serious injury, death,
structural damage or collapse of tank.
GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421
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DC-GBC-2A

4. Decal Sheet Placement

NOTE: Dashed lines represent stiffener locations.
NOTE: Dashed lines represent stiffener locations.
NOTE: The decal sheets are located in the second ring from the top. They are to be spaced evenly around
the diameter of the bin.
Figure 4A 2 Post (Two (2) rows of stiffeners used on each sidewall sheet.)
NOTE: On 3 post bins the top ring is not normally stiffened except for 42' diameter and larger bins with
stiffeners, (one per sidewall panel). Refer stiffener to sidewall attachment detail and specific gauge sheet for the bin.
Figure 4B 3 Post (Three (3) rows of stiffeners used on each sidewall sheet.)
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5. Access Door Weldment Assembly

Assembled side detail
Access Door Weldment Assembly Hardware Package (PLS-41985)
** The quantity of 3/8" washers needed may vary depending on the sidewall gauges.
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Figure 5A
Ref # Part # Description Ref # Part # Description
A ACD-4514 Latch Bar I SS-721 1 Access Door Weldment B ACD-4531 Door Cover C ACD-4513 Access Door Handle K ACD-4509 Access Inner Door Hinge Bracket D ACD-4505 Access Door Hinge E ACD-4515 Access Inner Door Handle (2) M 5/16" x 3/4" Bolt and Nut F ACD-4549 Bottom Ring Inner Door Hinge (2) G ACD-4548 Bottom Ring Access Inner Door O 3/8" x 1-1/2" Full Threads H S-3867 Sleeve, Plastic Rod Door Handle (2)
J SS-7214 Access Door Weldment
L#10 Screw
N 3/8" x 1" Bolt
P ** 3/8" Washers (Use as needed)

6. Bolting Requirements

2 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet
Sidewall Seams and Stiffener to Sidewall Bolt Usage.
Sidewall Gauge Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam
20-19
18T
17T-16T
15Q-14Q
13Q-10Q
5/16'' x 3/4''
[10]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[22]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[22]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[22]
3/8'' x 1''
[22]
1. T - Triple punched sheets (36 holes in vertical seam) Q - Quad punched sheets (48 holes in vertical seams) All bolts are standard bin bolts with neoprene washers. For horizontal and vertical seam bolts, the bolt head and neoprene washers are on the outside of the bin. Refer stiffe ner instructions on stiffener to sidewall bolt usage on Page 34 and Page 58.
5/16'' x 3/4''
[24]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[36]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[36]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[8]
3/8'' x 1''
[16]
3/8'' x 1''
[24]
3/8'' x 1''
[24]
3/8'' x 1''
[24]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
3/8'' x 1''
[2]
2. Hardware part numbers 5/16'' x 3/4'' - S-275 3/8'' x 1'' - S-455
3. See Pages 34-37 and Pages 58-61 for special instructions on stiffener to sidewall bolt usage for stiffener splices and laminated stiffeners.
4. Use 5/16'' bolts and nuts when joining 14 gauge to 13 gauge on horizontal seams.
Figure 6A As Viewed from Outside (18 Gauge Sidewall Sheet)
Ref # Description
A Overlap Seam C Vertical Seam B Horizontal Seam
Ref # Description
D Stiffener to Sidewall Standard Stiffened Punched
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6. Bolting Requirements
3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet
Sidewall Gauge Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam
20-19
18T-16T
15Q-14Q
13Q-10Q
9Q-8Q
6Q-11QL
10QL
9QL-8QL*
5/16'' x 3/4''
[10]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[10]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[10]
3/8'' x 1''
[22]
3/8'' x 1''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[24]
1. T - Triple punched sheets (36 holes in vertical seam) Q - Quad punched sheets (48 holes in vertical seams) QL - Laminated quad punched sheets (two (2) sheets of same gauge bolted together - all bolts are standard bin bolts with neoprene washers. For horizontal and vertical seam bolts, the bolt head and neoprene washers are on the outside of the bin. Refer stiffener instructions on stiffener to sidewall bolt usage on Page 34 and Page 58.
5/16'' x 3/4''
[24]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[36]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[48]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[48]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[48]
7/16'' x 1-1/2''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[12]
3/8'' x 1''
[12]
3/8'' x 1''
[12]
3/8'' x 1''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***
[24]
3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***
[24]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
3/8'' x 1''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 2''
[6]
2. Hardware part numbers 5/16'' x 3/4'' - S-275; 3/8'' x 1'' - S-455; 3/8" x 1-1/2" - S-5060; 7/16" x 1-1/2" - S-9464.
3. See Pages 34-37 and Pages 58-61 for special instructions on stiffener to sidewall bolt usage for stiffener splices and laminated stiffeners.
4. Use 5/16" bolts and nuts when joining 14 to 13 gauge on horizontal seams.
Figure 6B As Viewed from Outside
Ref # Description Ref # Description
A Overlap Seam D Stiffener to Sidewall Standard Stiffened Punched B Horizontal Seam C Ve rtical Seam
Stiffener to sidewall (close punched) sheets are
E
close punched for stiffeners.
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6. Bolting Requirements
NOTE: Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head.
NOTE: Grade 5 bolts are designated by three (3) slash marks on the head.
NOTE: Grade 8 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks on the head.
NOTE: Grade 8.2 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks on the head in a
sunrise pattern.
Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by grain systems.
* 105' diameter, 28 ring and taller tanks will utilize 7/16" x 2-1/2" bolts in the vertical seam. 3/8" x 2" bolts are provided for the overlap connection in the horizontal seam.
See the 105' tall tank series manual PNEG-972 if building 105' tanks 28 rings or taller.
*** A 3/8'' x 2'' bolt may be needed at first stiffener to sidewall bolt.
Before bolting sheets together, apply a single strip of caulking on both sides and 12" on b oth sides of top edge. DO NOT CAULK BOTTOM EDGE.
1. When attaching a 13Q sheet to a 14Q sheet, use the 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolt on horizontal seam.
2. When attaching an 6Q sheet to a 8Q sheet, use the 3/8" x 1" bin bolt in the horizontal seam.
3. All base sheets are bolted to the base angle with 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts (independent of sidewall gauge).
Hardware Requirements
IMPORTANT: Do not tighten bolts to exceed the torque specifications listed below.
Torque (ft. lbs.)
Bolt Size Minimum Maximum
5/16"-18 15 20 3/8"-16 35 42 7/16"-14 65 72 1/2"-13 95 105
CAUTION
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6. Bolting Requirements
0.3125" x 0.750" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer .
This bolt is used to connect horizontal and vertical seams for 14 gauge and thinner sidewall sheet s to each other. It is also used in attaching roof panels to the top sidewall sheet and attaching roof panels and flashing to the center collar.
A 0.950" (2.41 cm) B 0.750" (1.90 cm) C Grade 5 D Side View E Top View
0.3125" x 1.250" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer . This bolt is primarily used to connect roof panels together where they overlap. It is also used at the
bottom of the flat bottomed bins to attach the base angle to the sidewall sheet.
A 1.437" (3.64 cm) B 1.250" (3.17 cm) C Grade 5 D Side View E Top View
Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage.
S-275
S-277
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6. Bolting Requirements
0.375" x 1.000" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used in horizontal and vertical seams for 13 gauge through 13 ga uge laminated sidewall
to attach the sheets to each other. It is also used to attach the stiffener to the sidewall sheet for up to 10 gauge sidewall. It is not used to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges where they connect to each other or the splice plates. These are also used to attach the hopper panels to the hopper support beam for the NCHT’s.
A 1.223" (3.10 cm) B 1.000" (2.54 cm) C Grade 8 D Grade 8.2 E Side View F Top View
0.375" x 1.500" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer. It is used to connect the stiffener to the sidewall at locations where a splice plate is used to connect
the stiffener and to connect laminated stiffeners to the sidewall sheets. It is also used to bolt stiffeners to 9 gauge and thicker sidewall. This bolt is also used to bolt horizont al and vertical seams together on 12 gauge laminated and thicker and some overlap seams. It is only used to attach the stiffener and the splice plate to the sidewall. The flanges where the stiffener bolts to the splices plates use a different bolt (one without a rubber washer).
NOTE: 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) Bolts are provided for laminated stiffeners and splices.
A 1.725" (4.38 cm) B 1.500" (3.81 cm) C Grade 8 D Grade 8.2 E Side View F Top View
Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage. (Continued)
S-455
S-5060
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6. Bolting Requirements
0.375" x 2.000" Pre-assembled steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used in overlapping seams on 8 gauge to 9 gauge laminated sidewall sheets and to
connect 6 gauge laminated rings to one another. It is also used to attach stiffener to sidewall on 6 gauge laminated sidewall sheets.
A 2.225" (5.65 cm) B 2.000" (5.08 cm) C Grade 8 D Grade 8.2 E Side View F Top View
0.375" x 1.000" Hex flanged head without a plastic sealing washer. This bolt is used to splice the stiffeners together on the flang es. A flange n ut is used on th e nut side
of the connection. They are also used on the roof rafter splices for commercial roof systems.
A 1.377" (3.49 cm) B Grade 8 C Grade 8.2 D Side View E Top View
Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage. (Continued)
S-9445
S-7927
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6. Bolting Requirements
0.375" x 1.500" Hex flanged head without a plastic sealing washer. This bolt is used to attach the flanges of the 5 gauge base stiffener to the splice plates and splice
laminated stiffeners together. A flange nut is used on the nut side of the connection.
A 1.873" (4.75 cm) B Grade 8 C Grade 8.2 D Side View E Top View
Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage. (Continued)
S-7928
NOTE: Outside stiffened bins with sidewall that is 10 gauge laminated or thicker will have three (3) sealing
washers per sheet provided loose. See the instructions for installation of these loose sealing washers. Outside stiffened bins, 42' and larger diameter also may have loose sealing washers provided for the roof rafter wall attachment bracket in the roof assembly hardware. See the roof instruction manual on those washers and their installation. All other sealing washers are pre-assembled onto the bolts. Steel flat washers are shipped loose. In the shell portion of the bin the 5/16" steel flat washer (S-845) is used where the base angle attach es t o the sheet and some are installed at the main eave clips. The 3/8" steel flat washers (S-248) are used at the stiffener splices and at the laminated stiffener to sidewall locations and steel flat washers are also utilized in some roof locations.
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Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids
Part # Color Description
6. Bolting Requirements
S-275 5/16" x 3/4" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-277 5/16" x 1-1/4" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-396 5/16" Hex nut
S-455 3/8" x 1" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-456 3/8" Hex nut
S-5060 3/8" x 1-1/2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-7927 3/8" x 1" Hex flanged head bolt without
S-7928 3/8" x 1-1/2" Hex flanged head bolt without
Dark Blue
Black
Red
Grey
Yellow
Orange
Light Green
Dark Brown
sealing washer
sealing washer
S-8479 7/16" Special recessed nuts
S-9373 3/8" Hex flanged nuts
S-9444 7/16" x 2-1/2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-9445 3/8" x 2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-9470 7/16" x 2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
Light Brown
Dark Purple
Dark Green
Light Blue
Light Purple
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7. Caulking Detail

Caulking Detail (Standard Non-Laminated Sheets)
Apply one strip of caulking near the outside edge of the outer sheet and between the outer two (2) rows of bolts, refer to Figure 7A. A strip of caulking 10" long, should be placed along the horizontal seams. Before bolting the next ring into place, apply one strip of caulking 10" long on the front of the underlapped sheet at each joint. Also, a 10" strip of caulking is to be placed along the lower horizo ntal edge of lapping sheet at every vertical seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets. Additional 10" strips must be used to fill larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges and laminated gauges.
Figure 7A Standard, Triple and Quad Punched Sidewall Sheets as Viewed from Outside
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7. Caulking Detail
Caulking Detail (Standard Non-Laminated Sheets) (Continued)
NOTE: See Figure 7B for additional details on laminated caulking.
Figure 7B As Viewed from Inside of Bin (Externally stiffened reverse-rolled sheets shown.)
Ref # Description
A Double Punch Caulking Detail B Triple Punch Caulking Detail C Quad Punch Caulking Detail
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7. Caulking Detail
Caulking Detail for Laminated Sheets
Figure 7C
Ref # Description
A Caulking B Laminated quad punched sidewall sheets as viewed from outside. C Caulking between laminated sheets.
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7. Caulking Detail
Caulking Detail for Laminated Sheets (Continued)
When bolting the two (2) assembled/laminated sheets to each other, apply one strip of caulking near the outside edge of the outer sheet, between the outer two (2) rows of bolts and o utside the last row of bolts.
(See Figure 7D.) A strip of caulking 12" long should be placed along t he horizontal seams. Before bolting
the next ring into place, apply one strip of caulking 12" long on the front of the under lapped sheet at each joint. Also, a 12" strip of caulking is to be placed along the lower horizontal edge of lapping sheet at the vertical seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets. Additional 12" strips must be used to fill larger gaps that may occur with thicker gauges.
When assembling two (2) sheets to make a laminated sheet assembly, apply a row of caulk all around the vertical seam. (See Figure 7D.)
Figure 7D
Ref # Description
D Caulking detail for assembled sheets as viewed from inside of bin. E Laminated Sheet Detail (Caulking not shown.)
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