GSI PNEG-1000 User Manual

2.66" Commercial Tank

Stiffener and Sidewall

Construction Manual

PNEG-1000

Date: 10-11-13

PNEG-1000

All information, illustrations, photos and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

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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 ........................................................................................................	................ 83
	Sidedraw Instructions ........................................................................................................................	84
	Weather Cover Assembly ..................................................................................................................	91
Chapter 14 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................		93
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1. Introduction

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.

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.

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2. Safety

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.

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.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

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.

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2. Safety

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 precautions 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.

This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury. To avoid injury, handle sharp edges with caution and always use proper protective clothing and equipment.

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

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.

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.

Read and Understand Manual

If you do not understand any part of this manual or need assistance, contact your dealer.

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 parts. Remove any built-up grease, oil, and debris.

Maintain Equipment

and Work Area

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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.

Eye Protection

Gloves

Steel-Toed Boots

Respirator

Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.

Hard Hat

Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at elevations greater than six feet (6').

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 sheets. 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 and spacing materials should 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 immediately 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 provided 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

Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer

The manufacturer does not warrant any roof damage caused by excessive vacuum 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 during high humidity/cold weather conditions can cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.

CAUTION

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.

	GSI Group, Inc. 217-226-4421	DC-969
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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: [phone]

DANGER

Rotating flighting will	Flowing material will	Crusted material will
kill or dismember.	trap and suffocate.	collapse and suffocate.

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.

GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421

DC-GBC-1A

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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: [phone]

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 DC-GBC-2A

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4. Decal Sheet Placement

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.

NOTE: Dashed lines represent stiffener locations.

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.

NOTE: Dashed lines represent stiffener locations.

Figure 4B 3 Post (Three (3) rows of stiffeners used on each sidewall sheet.)

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5. Access Door Weldment Assembly

Access Door Weldment Assembly Hardware Package (PLS-41985)

Assembled side detail

Figure 5A

Ref #	Part #	Description
A	ACD-4514	Latch Bar
B	ACD-4531	Door Cover
C	ACD-4513	Access Door Handle
D	ACD-4505	Access Door Hinge
E	ACD-4515	Access Inner Door Handle (2)
F	ACD-4549	Bottom Ring Inner Door Hinge (2)
G	ACD-4548	Bottom Ring Access Inner Door
H	S-3867	Sleeve, Plastic Rod Door Handle (2)

Ref #	Part #	Description
I	SS-7211	Access Door Weldment
J	SS-7214	Access Door Weldment
K	ACD-4509	Access Inner Door Hinge Bracket
L		#10 Screw
M		5/16" x 3/4" Bolt and Nut
N		3/8" x 1" Bolt
O		3/8" x 1-1/2" Full Threads
P		** 3/8" Washers (Use as needed)

** The quantity of 3/8" washers needed may vary depending on the sidewall gauges.

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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	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[10]	[24]	[8]	[2]
	18T	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[22]	[36]	[16]	[2]
	17T-16T	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[22]	[36]	[24]	[2]
	15Q-14Q	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[22]	[48]	[24]	[2]
	13Q-10Q	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''
		[22]	[48]	[24]	[2]

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 stiffener instructions on stiffener to sidewall bolt usage on Page 34 and Page 58.

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

AOverlap Seam

BHorizontal Seam

Ref #

Description

CVertical Seam

DStiffener 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	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[10]	[24]	[12]	[2]
	18T-16T	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[10]	[36]	[12]	[2]
	15Q-14Q	5/16'' x 3/4''	5/16'' x 3/4''	3/8'' x 1''	5/16'' x 3/4''
		[10]	[48]	[12]	[2]
	13Q-10Q	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''
		[22]	[48]	[12]	[2]
	9Q-8Q	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1''	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2''
		[22]	[48]	[12]	[2]
	6Q-11QL	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2''
		[22]	[48]	[12]	[2]
	10QL	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***	3/8'' x 1-1/2''
		[22]	[48]	[24]	[2]
	9QL-8QL*	3/8'' x 1-1/2''	7/16'' x 1-1/2''	3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***	3/8'' x 2''
		[24]	[48]	[24]	[6]

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.

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
A	Overlap Seam
B	Horizontal Seam
C	Vertical Seam

Ref #	Description
D	Stiffener to Sidewall Standard Stiffened Punched

EStiffener to sidewall (close punched) sheets are close punched for stiffeners.

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6. Bolting Requirements

* 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 both 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

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.

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

	Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by
CAUTION	grain systems.
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6. Bolting Requirements

Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage.

S-275

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 sheets 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.

A0.950" (2.41 cm)

B0.750" (1.90 cm)

CGrade 5

DSide View

ETop View

S-277

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.

A1.437" (3.64 cm)

B1.250" (3.17 cm)

CGrade 5

DSide View

ETop View

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6. Bolting Requirements

Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage. (Continued)

S-455

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 gauge 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.

A1.223" (3.10 cm)

B1.000" (2.54 cm)

CGrade 8

DGrade 8.2

ESide View

FTop View

S-5060

NOTE: 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) Bolts are provided for laminated stiffeners and splices.

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 horizontal 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).

A1.725" (4.38 cm)

B1.500" (3.81 cm)

CGrade 8

DGrade 8.2

ESide View

FTop View

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6. Bolting Requirements

Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage. (Continued)

S-9445

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.

A2.225" (5.65 cm)

B2.000" (5.08 cm)

CGrade 8

DGrade 8.2

ESide View

FTop View

S-7927

0.375" x 1.000" Hex flanged head without a plastic sealing washer.

This bolt is used to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges. A flange nut is used on the nut side of the connection. They are also used on the roof rafter splices for commercial roof systems.

A1.377" (3.49 cm)

BGrade 8

CGrade 8.2

DSide View

ETop View

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6. Bolting Requirements

Refer to 2.66" Commercial Tank Bolting Requirements for Complete Bolt Usage. (Continued)

S-7928

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.

A1.873" (4.75 cm)

BGrade 8

CGrade 8.2

DSide View

ETop View

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 attaches to 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
	S-275				5/16" x 3/4" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
		Dark Blue
	S-277				5/16" x 1-1/4" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
			Black
	S-396				5/16" Hex nut
			Red
	S-455				3/8" x 1" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
			Grey
	S-456				3/8" Hex nut
			Yellow
	S-5060				3/8" x 1-1/2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
			Orange
	S-7927				3/8" x 1" Hex flanged head bolt without sealing washer
		Light Green
	S-7928				3/8" x 1-1/2" Hex flanged head bolt without sealing washer
		Dark Brown
	S-8479				7/16" Special recessed nuts
		Light Brown
	S-9373				3/8" Hex flanged nuts
		Dark Purple
	S-9444				7/16" x 2-1/2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
		Dark Green
	S-9445				3/8" x 2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
		Light Blue
	S-9470				7/16" x 2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
		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 horizontal 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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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 outside the last row of bolts. (See Figure 7D.) A strip of caulking 12" long should be placed along the 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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