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PNEG-1400
WCL Commercial 4" Corrugation Externally Stiffened Grain Bin
Assembly Manual
PNEG-1400
Version: 2.0 Date: 12-06-11
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.
Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Safety .....................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 4
General Safety Statement ..................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Instructions ..................... ... .... .......................................... ... ........................................................ 6
Safety Sign-Off Sheet ........................................................................................................................... 8
Proper Storage of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction ......................................................... 9
Chapter 2 Decals ..................................................................................................................................................10
Chapter 3 Bin Assembly ......................................................................................................................................13
General Information ............................................................................................................................ 13
Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage ............................................................................... 14
Decal Sheet Placement ....................................................................................................................... 15
Bolting Requirements - 2 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ..................................................................... 16
Bolting Requirements - 3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ..................................................................... 17
Hardware ...................................... ................ ................. ................ ................ ...................................... 18
Caulking Detail .................................................................................................................................... 19
Laminated Sheet Illustration ................................................................................................................ 20
Base Angle Installation ........................................................................................................................ 21
Anchor Bolt Washer Installation .......................................................................................................... 22
Bolt Identification ................................................................................................................................. 23
Chapter 4 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions ............................................................................29
4" WCL Corrugation WCL Commercial Stiffener Splice Details .......... ............................................. ... 29
Commercial Stiffeners for 4" Corrugation ...................................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ...... 30
Stiffener Splice Details ........................... ... ... .... ... ... .......................................... ... ................................ 31
Laminated Stiffener Splice .................................................................................................................. 34
Stiffeners to Sidewall Sheet Details .................................................................................................... 35
Chapter 5 Wind Ring and Access Door Assembly ...........................................................................................43
Wind Ring Assembly .................................... .... ... ... .......................................... ... ................................ 43
Access Door Weldment Assembly Hardware Package (PLS-41985) ..................... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... 44
Chapter 6 Sidedraw Accessory Instructions .....................................................................................................45
Installation and Management of Sidedraw Systems ........................................................................... 45
1" Diameter Anchor Bolt Requirements for Sidedraw Systems .......................................................... 46
Sidedraw System Installation .................................... .... ... ... ... .......................................... ... ................ 47
Wind Rings Sidedraw Usage - WCL 2 Post Stiffened Tanks .............................................................. 48
Wind Rings Sidedraw Usage - WCL 3 Post Stiffened Tanks .............................................................. 49
Sidedraw Installation .................................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... .......................................... ... ................... 50
Chapter 7 Warranty ..............................................................................................................................................53
PNEG-1400 WCL Commercial 4" Corrugation Externally Stiffened Grain Bin 3

1. Safety

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.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
1. Safety
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.
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, hazard s, 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.
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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1. 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 p roduce 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.
1. 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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1. 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 auger. 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
1. 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. 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!
The manufacturer does not warrant an y roof damage caused by excessive vacuum or internal pressure from fans or other air moving system s. Ade quate v entilation and/o r “make up air” dev ices 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 blockag e of air passages. Running fans during high humid ity/co ld w ea ther co nditio ns can ca us e air ex haust or intake ports to freeze.
2. Decals
Rotating flighting will
kill or dismember.
Flowing material will
trap and suffocate.
Crusted material will
collapse and suffocate.
Keep clear of all augers. DO NOT ENTER this bin!
Failure to heed these
warnings will result in
serious injury or death.
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.
DC-GBC-1A
ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the inside of the outside door cover of the 2 ring, 24" porthole door cover and roof manway cover. If a decal has been damage d 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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2. Decals
Failure to heed these warnings
could result in serious injury, death,
structural damage or collapse of tank.
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.
UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS:
DC-GBC-2A
WARNING
DON’T
DO
ATTENTION: The decal shown below should be present on the inside of the outside 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

3. Bin Assembly

General Information
INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all quantities are correct. Report any damage or shortages by recording a detailed description on the bill of lading to justify the customer’s claim from the transport firm. Our responsibility for damage to the equipment ends with acceptance by the delivering carrier. Save all paperwork and documentation furnished with any of the equipment/components.
This manual should be considered a permanent part of the equipment and should be easily accessible when needed.
Read this manual carefully. This manual will provide instructions on building the sidewall. Other instructions and manuals are required to build this tank. Some of the additional materials needed are detailed below.
A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart is needed. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI.
Roof instructions are required and 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.
Aeration systems and transitions are to be installed according to the instruct ions provided with the system or transition.
Anchor bolt placement details are provided in the GSI Concrete Recommendation Manual (PNEG-318).
Tools for construction:
• Combination wrench set 7/16" to 1".
• Alignment punches 12" long.
• Hammer.
• Screw drivers - standard and phillips.
• 3/8" Drive socket set and ratchet.
• 1/2" Drive socket set and ratchet.
• Nail aprons or tool pouches to hold supplies.
• Gloves for hand protection.
• Tape measure.
• 1/2" Drive electric or pneumatic impact gun.
• 1/2" Drive impact socket set.
• Lifting jacks.
• Center pole roof support.
• Step ladders.
• Large C-clamp or welding V-grip for clamping.
Quantities required depends on the number of workers and size of the bin/silo.
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3. Bin Assembly
Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage
NOTE: The roof and top ring or two (2) rings will be installed prior to the beginning of bin lifting/jacking
procedures. Refer to all other procedures on sidewall and stiffener installation prior to the start of construction.
1. Consider the starting location of the bin, as it relates to the location of doors and other accessories. Proper placement of lifting jacks in relationship to anchor bolts could influence final locations. Note that the sidewall sheets will be staggered.
2. 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 meet all 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.
Do not lift bins under windy conditions. Follow the jack manufacturer’s recommendations on capacity and operations.
3. Lifting brackets must be attached through the stiffener bolt holes. Normally at least four (4) bolts per stiffener are required.
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 process to ensure that even lifting is occurring.
5. Bolt the next ring to the inside of the first ring. Be sure to stagger the sheets and select the prope r gauge material.
6. After assembling and tightening the bolts on the new ring (or rings), lower the bin onto the foundation.
7. Attach stiffeners to the body sheets every two (2) tiers on the external surface of the bin. Consider leaving the sheets loose to make the attachment of the stiffeners easier.
8. Re-bolt the lifting brackets to the lowest ring in place thus far. Continue ring additions by repeating
Step 5 and Step 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.
3. Bin Assembly
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.
Figure 3A 2 Post
Figure 3B 3 Post
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3. Bin Assembly
Bolting Requirements - 2 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet
Sidewall Gauge Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam
20-15
14-12
11-9
8
13L-6L
(Laminated)
5/16" x 3/4" (S-275)
[8]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[20]
7/16" x 1" (S-9312)
[20]
7/16" x 1" (S-9312)
[20]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[20]
5/16" x 3/4" (S-275)
[42]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[42]
7/16" x 1" (S-9312)
[42]
1/2" x 1-1/2" (S-9307)
[42]
1/2" x 1-1/2" (S-9307)
[63]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[22]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[22]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[22]
3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060)
[22]
3/8” x 1-1/2" (S-5060)
[22]
5/16" x 3/4" (S-275)
[2]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[2]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[2]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[2]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[4]
• Use 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) bin bolts at splice locations to attach the stiffener/splice plate to the sidewall. Use 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) bin bolts on laminated stiffeners to attach stiffeners to the sidewall sheet.
•
• Refer to Stiffener Assembly Details on Page 35 and the Caulking Detail on Page 19 for stiffener
assembly hardware usage and caulking details. Refer to Hardware identification section
on Page 18 for aid in hardware identification.
Figure 3C As Viewed from Outside
3. Bin Assembly
Bolting Requirements - 3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet
Sidewall Gauge Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam
20-15
14-12
11-9
8
13L-6L
(Laminated)
5/16” x 3/4" (S-275)
[8]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[20]
7/16" x 1" (S-9312)
[20]
7/16" x 1" (S-9312)
[20]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[20]
5/16" x 3/4" (S-275)
[42]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[42]
7/16" x 1" (S-9312)
[42]
1/2" x 1-1/2" (S-9307)
[42]
1/2" x 1-1/2" (S-9307)
[63]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[21]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[21]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[21]
3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060)
[21]
3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060)
[33]
5/16" x 3/4" (S-275)
[2]
3/8" x 1" (S-455)
[2]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[2]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[2]
7/16" x 1-1/2" (S-3885)
[4]
• Use 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) bin bolts at splice location s to attach the stiffen er/splice plate to the sidewall.
• Use 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) bin bolts on laminated stiffeners to attach stiffeners to the sidewall sheet.
• Refer to Stiffener Assembly Details on Page 35 and the Caulking Detail on Page 19 for stiffener assembly hardware usage and caulking details. Refer to Hardware identification section on Page 18 for aid in hardware identification.
Figure 3D As Viewed from Outside
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3. Bin Assembly
Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head.
NOTE: Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head.
Grade 5 bolts are designated by three (3) slash marks on the head.
Grade 8 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks on the head.
Grade 8.2 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks on the head in a sunrise pattern.
CAUTION
Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied with this bin.
Do not tighten bolts to exceed the torque specifications listed below.
Hardware
NOTE:
Bolt Size
Torque (Ft. Lbs.)
Minimum Maximum
5/16"-18 15 20
3/8"-16 35 42
7/16"-14 65 72
1/2"-13 95 105
All bolts should be tightened from the nut side. Refer to bolt Identification section
further information on identification of the bin hardware.
on Page 23
for
Caulking Detail
3. Bin Assembly
Figure 3E As Viewed from Outside
Apply one strip of caulking near the outside edge of the outer sheet. (See Figure 3E.) Place a 10" long strip of caulking along the horizontal seams. Before bolting the next ring into place, apply a strip of caulking 10" long on the front of the underlapped sheet at each joint. A 10" strip of caulking is also to be placed along the lower horizontal edge of the lapping sheet at every vertical seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets. Additional 10" strips of caulking must be used to fill larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges and laminated gauges.
Caulking Between Laminated Sheets
Figure 3F
Before bolting sheets together, apply a single strip of caulking on both sides and along top edge. DO NOT CAULK BOTTOM EDGE. (See Figure 3F.)
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3. Bin Assembly
Caulking Detail (Continued)
Figure 3G Viewed from the Inside of the Bin
Laminated Sheet Illustration
Figure 3H Laminated Sidewall
3. Bin Assembly
Base Angle Installation
On the lower edge of the final bottom ring, attach the base angle ring using 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts. Before the bolts are tightened, push the angle tight against the bottom edge of the sheet. Before lowering the bin, apply the optional base sealer to the entire underneath side of the base angle. (See Figure 3I.) Next, lower the bin onto the foundation and check for an adequate seal.
If base sealer strip is not used, another method should be used to seal the base ring to the concrete.
Figure 3I
4" Sidewall Gauges NOTE: Some colors are different than those used for stiffeners.
Sidewall Gauge Color Code
20 Red 19 Black/Yellow 18 Orange 17 Pink/Light Blue 16 Blue 15 Brown/Red 14 Green 13 Yellow/Blue 12 Black 11 Pink/Purple 10 Light Blue/Purple
9 Blue/Orange/Purple 8 Yellow/Purple 6 White/Purple 5 Fluorescent Green/Purple
Laminated Sidewall Color Code
10 Light Blue/Gold
9 Blue/Orange/Gold 8 Yellow/Gold 6 White/Gold 5 Fluorescent Green/Gold
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3. Bin Assembly
NOTE: This is a minimum requirement for anchorage on standard tanks. Refer to Sidedraw Instructions on Page 45 for
special anchorage details.
Figure 3J Anchor Bolt Detail
Anchor Bolt Washer Installation
Figure 3K
3. Bin Assembly
0.3125" x 0.750" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used to connect horizontal and vertical seams for 15 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.
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.
Bolt Identification
Refer to 4" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage on Page 16 and Page 17.
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3. Bin Assembly
0.375" x 1.000" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used in horizontal and vertical seams for 14 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 12 gauge sidewall. It is not used to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges where they connect to each other or the splice plates.
NOTE: 3/8" x 1-1/2" Bolts (S-5060) are provided for laminated stiffeners and splices.
0.375" x 1.500" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt 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 11 gauge and thicker sidewalls. The stiffener usage is only to attach the stiffener and the splice plate to the sidewall. A different bolt, without a rubber washer, is used where the stiffener bolts to the splice plates.
Refer to 4" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage on Page 16 and Page 17.
3. Bin Assembly
0.4375" x 1.000" Pre-assembled steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used in horizontal and vertical seams for 11gauge-9 gauge sidewalls and horizontal
seams on 8 gauge sidewalls.
0.4375" x 1.500" Pre-assembled steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used in the horizontal seams of all laminated sidewall rings. It is also used in some
horizontal overlap seams.
Refer to 4" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage on Page 16 and Page 17.
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3. Bin Assembly
0.5" x 1.5" Pre-assembled steel backed neoprene washer. This bolt is used in vertical seams for 8 gauge and all laminated sidewall rings.
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 some commercial roof systems.
Refer to 4" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage on Page 16 and Page 17.
3. Bin Assembly
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.
Refer to 4" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage on Page 16 and Page 17.
NOTE:
The only washers shipped loose with the bins in quantity are the steel flat washers. The 5/16" steel
flat washer (S-845) is used where the base angle attach es to the sheet and some are used at the main eave clips. The 3/8" steel flat washers (S-248) are used in the roof rafter splices.
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3. Bin Assembly
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
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 sealing washer
S-8479 7/16" Special recessed nuts
Dark Blue
Black
Red
Grey
Yellow
Orange
Light Green
Dark Brown
Light Brown
sealing washer
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
Dark Purple
Dark Green
Light Blue
Light Purple

4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions

NOTICE
If shim plates are not used where required, the downward pressure of the stiffeners will not be transferred directly to the foundation and bin failure could result.
4" WCL Corrugation WCL Commercial Stiffener Splice Details
WCL tank stiffeners will be mounted on the outside of the tank. The non-offset stiffeners that splice with a splice plate, must not overlap. Contact GSI if overlapping is
observed during construction. When installing bottom stiffeners, the stiffener with base plate attached may not rest on the foundation
(due to unlevel foundation, etc.). If this happens, use the shim plates that are pro vided to fill any openings between the base plate and concrete.
Stiffener Color Code Chart NOTE: Some colors are different than those used for sidewall sheets.
Stiffener Gauge Color Code
15 Red 14 Green 13 Dark Blue 12 Black
11 Pink
10 Light Blue
9 Purple 8Yellow
5 Fluorescent Green 5+12 Gold/Black 5+10 Gold/Light Blue
5+8 Gold/Yellow 5+5 Gold/White
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4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Commercial Stiffeners for 4" Corrugation
Figure 4A
Stiffener Splice Details
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4B Standard Offset Stiffener Connection Detail
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4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4C Standard Stiffener Splice Detail
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4D 5 Gauge to 5 Gauge Splice Connection
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4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Laminated Stiffener Splice
Figure 4E
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
NOTE: See Hardware Usage Chart
on Page 18 for proper bolt usage.
Stiffeners to Sidewall Sheet Details
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Figure 4F
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
NOTE: See Hardware Usage Chart on
Page 18 for proper bolt usage.
Figure 4G
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
NOTE: See Hardware Usage Chart
on Page 18 for proper bolt usage.
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Figure 4H
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
NOTE: See Hardware Usage Chart
on Page 18 for proper bolt usage.
Figure 4I
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4J
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4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4K
4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4L
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4. 4" WCL Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions
Figure 4M
Wind Ring Assembly

5. Wind Ring and Access Door Assembly

Figure 5A
1. To connect wind ring pipe to the stiffeners, attach with 3/8" x 1" bolts through the flange of the stiffener. Field drilling of wind ring locations may be required in some cases.
2. Attach wind ring pipe section to stiffener using two (2) 3/8" x 6" (S-7248) wind ring clamps.
3. Place pipes end to end without overlapping. Fasten together using two (2) wind ring couplers and six (6) 3/8" x 1" flanged head bolts with flanged nuts. Couplers should be centered on the seam of pipes.
Figure 5B
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5. Wind Ring and Access Door Assembly
Access Door Weldment Assembly Hardware Package (PLS-41985)
Figure 5C

6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions

Installation and Management of Sidedraw Systems
GSI designs and manufacturers bins to the highest standards, however proper installation and good usage practices for a commercial flume system are essential, regardless of manufacturer. Th e following practices address general usage and installation criteria for such systems.
Sidedraw Installation
1. Side discharge is only permitted in GSI commercial bins when a GSI manufactured sidedraw flume system has been installed. No corrugated steel bin should be unloaded through the sidewall without installation of such a system and permission of the manufacturer.
Installation of a flume system may require installation of additional wind rings and 1" diameter anchor
2. bolts. Refer to tank gauge sheet for wind ring placement or contact GSI. for 1" anchor bolt usage.
Installation of multiple systems may require additional wind rings and must be placed a minimum of 90° apart. Installation of multiple systems requires approval of GSI.
3. A sidedraw should not be the only discharge system available. A standard center discharge and conveyor should be installed.
Refer to Chart on Page 46
Sidedraw Management and Usage
1. Sidedraw systems are intended for use with dry flowable grain. Sidedraws are not to be used for poorly flowing products. This is not unique to GSI bins and flume systems but is a general rule for such systems.
2. In multiple system installations, only one sidedraw may be used at any one time.
3. Filling should not be occurring at the same time as grain is being withdrawn through the sidedraw flume system.
4. Prolonged storage of grain in the sloped condition produced by sidedraw discharge may accelerate differential settlement and result in deformations of the bin/silo. After using the sidedraw system, the sloped grain should be returned to a near level condition by use of the center discharge. Leveling of the grain should also allow more even consolidation of foundation and fill soils and produce more even settlement of the bin/silo.
5. If geotechnical investigations or past experience indicate significant foundation level soil variations or a site propensity toward differential settlement, sidedraw usage may be prohibited or severely restricted. In this situation the use of a flume system should be reviewed with geotechnical consultants or the foundation engineer.
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6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
1" Diameter Anchor Bolt Requirements for Sidedraw Systems
1" Diameter Anchor Bolt Requirements for Sidedraw Systems Installed in WCL - 4" Corrugation Commercial Tanks
2 Post Tanks (2 Stiffener per Sidewall Sheet)
Nominal Tank Diameter Total Number of Anchors
36 24 39 26 42 28 48 32 54 36 60 40 72 48 75 50 78 52 90 60
105 70
3 Post Tanks (3 Stiffener per Sidewall Sheet)
Nominal Tank Diameter Total Number of Anchors
42 42 48 48 54 54 60 60 72 72 75 75 78 78 90 90
105 105
6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
Sidedraw System Installation
Wind Ring Installation
1. Sidedraw systems may require additional wind rings. They will need to be attached at the beginning of assembly because they go on the upper most rings. (See Wind Ring Requirements
Chart on Page 48.)
2. Attach the wind ring pipe to the stiffeners using 3/8" x 1" bolts through the flange of the stiffener.
(See Figure 6A.) In some cases field drilling of wind ring locations may be required.
3. Attach wind ring pipe section to the stiffener using two (2) 3/8" x 6" (S-7248) wind ring clamps.
(See Figure 6A.)
4. Place pipes end to end without overlapping. Fasten together using two (2) wind ring couplers and six (6) 3/8" x 1" flanged head bolts with nuts. Couplers should be centered on the seam of pipes.
(See Figure 6A.)
Figure 6A
Figure 6B
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6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
Wind Rings Sidedraw Usage - WCL 2 Post Stiffened Tanks
Additional Wind Rings Sidedraw Usage with WCL 2 Post Stiffened Tanks
27' 30' 33' 36' 42' 48' 54'
Rings Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add
20 2 2 2 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ­191211- -- -- -- -2121- -- ­18 1 2 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 1 2 1 3 2 1711112121212122 16 1 1 1 1 2 - - 2 2 2 1 2 1 2 1 1511111111212121 14 1 1 1 - - 1 - - 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 13- -11- -1- -11111121 12 - - 1 1 - - 1 - - 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 - ­11- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- - 1 10 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1
60' 72' 75' 78' 90' 105'
Rings Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add
20 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ­19- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- ­18 3 2 4 1 5 - - 5 - - 6 - - 6 - ­17314141416- -6- ­16 3 1 4 1 4 - - 4 - - 5 1 6 - ­1531 31 4- -4- -5- -5- ­14 2 2 3 1 3 1 4 - - 4 - - 5 - ­1321 21 3- -3- -3- -4- ­12 1 2 2 1 2 1 3 - - 2 1 3 1 11112- -21212131 10 - - 2 2 - - 2 - - - - - - 2 1 3 1
Use the above chart for the installation of a single standard sidedraw system at the standard discharge location in a WCL 2 post per sidewall (ex. WCL48-15O) tank. For multiple systems or special locations, consult with GSI.
Refer to the gauge sheet supplied with the tank for the placement and number of wind rings on the tank.
6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
Wind Rings Sidedraw Usage - WCL 3 Post Stiffened Tanks
Additional Wind Rings Sidedraw Usage with WCL 3 Post Stiffened Tanks
33' 36' 42' 48' 54' 60'
Rings Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add
23 4 - - 4 - - 3 2 3 2 4 1 4 1 22 312122324141 21 2 - - 2 - - 2 1 3 1 3 2 3 2 20 1- -2- -21212222 19 1 - - 1 - - 1 1 2 1 2 2 2 2 18 - -- -- -- --- -- 1 1 1 1 1 2
72' 75' 78' 90' 105'
Rings Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add Std Add
23 5 1 5 1 5 1 5 1 4 4 224141414243 21 3 1 3 2 3 2 4 2 4 3 203132324243 19 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 3 3 4 182222223334 17 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 4 162222222323 15 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 142222222323 13 1 3 1 3 2 2 2 3 2 3 121212121322 11 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 10 - - 2 - - 2 1 - - 1 2 1 1
Use the above chart for the installation of a single standard sidedraw system at the standard discharge location in a WCL 3 post per sidewall (ex. WCL72-19O3) tank. For multiple systems or special locations consult with GSI.
Refer to the gauge sheet supplied with the tank for the placement and number of wind rings on the tank.
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6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
See Detail 6E on Page 51
See Detail 6D on Page 51
Sidedraw Installation
4"/WC Sidedraw Chute Installation
Number
of Rings
24 58 25 Center between Stiffener 15 46 13 Center between Stiffener 23 46 24 Center between Stiffener 14 34 12 Center between Stiffener 22 34 23 Center between Stiffener 13 54 10 Center between Stiffener 21 54 21 Center between Stiffener 12 42 9 Center between Stiffener 20 42 20 Center between Stiffener 11 62 7 Center between Stiffener 19 62 18 Center between Stiffener 10 50 6 Center between Stiffener 18 50 17 Center between Stiffener 9 38 5 Center between Stiffener 17 38 16 Center between Stiffener 8 58 3 Center between Stiffener 16 58 14 Center between Stiffener 7 46 2 Center between Stiffener
Starting
Dimension
Number
of Chutes
Horizontal Location
for First Chute
Number
of Rings
Starting
Dimension
Number
of Chutes
Horizontal Location
for First Chute
Figure 6C Viewed from Inside Tank (2 Post Tank Shown)
6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
Sidedraw System Installation (Continued)
Locating Chutes
1. Starting from the first row of holes in the top sheet, measure down the “starting distance” for the bin. (See Sidedraw Chute Chart on Page 50.) (See Figure 6C on Page 50 and Figure 6D below.)
2. Keep adding the required number of chutes, making sure to leave 8" between the chute bolt holes.
(See Figure 6C on Page 50.)
3. Stagger the sidewall sheets on three (3) post stiffened tanks to create a vertical strip between stiffeners free of vertical seams. Install the chutes between the stiffeners in this area.
Locate Discharge Opening
1. The last bolt hole in the chute should line up with the center of the discharge chute opening that is to be cut. (See Figure 6E.) Approximate an opening by measuring 9-1/2" above and below the last bolt hole of the chute. Mark horizontal cut lines.
2. To find the vertical center of the chute opening, measure over 11" to the right and left of the chute bolt rows. Mark center point. (See Figure 6E.) Measure 7" from the center point on both sides and mark vertical cut lines.
3. Cut opening where marked, making sure corners have a minimum of 1-1/2" radius. (See Figure 6E.)
Figure 6D Figure 6E
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6. Sidedraw Accessory Instructions
Sidedraw System Installation (Continued)
Sidewall Overlap
1. For proper watershed, make sure that the upper side sheet overlaps on top of the sidedraw weldment. (See Figure 6F.)
Figure 6F
Caulking
1. To seal the sidedraw weldment to the sidewall sheets use: two (2) b eads of caulking, one bead of caulk on each side of the outside row of vertical bolts. Use discharge tube weldment as a template to field drill the bolt holes through sidewall sheet. Use 3/8" bolts and nuts provided to bolt sheets together See Figure 6G and Figure 6H. Use supplemental caulk as necessary for sealing purposes.
Figure 6G
Figure 6H

7. Warranty

9101239_1_CR_rev7.DOC (revised July 2009)
GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty
The GSI Group, LLC (“GSI”) warrants products which it manufactures to be free of defects in materials and workmanship under normal usage and conditions for a period of 12 months after sale to the original end-user or if a foreign sale, 14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation) is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials or workmanship. Expenses incurred by or on behalf of the end-user without prior written authorization from the GSI Warranty Group shall be the sole responsibility of the end-user.
Warranty Extensions:
The Limited Warranty period is extended for the following products:
Product Warranty Period
Performer Series Direct Drive Fan Motor 3 Years
AP Fans and Flooring
Cumberland Feeding/Watering Systems
Grain Systems Grain Bin Structural Design 5 Years Grain Systems
Farm Fans Zimmerman
All Fiberglass Housings Lifetime All Fiberglass Propellers Lifetime Feeder System Pan Assemblies 5 Years ** Feed Tubes (1-3/4" and 2.00") 10 Years * Centerless Augers 10 Years * Watering Nipples 10 Years *
Portable and Tower Dryers 2 Years Portable and Tower Dryer Frames and
Internal Infrastructure †
5 Years
* Warranty prorated from list price: 0 to 3 years - no cost to end-user 3 to 5 years - end-user pays 25% 5 to 7 years - end-user pays 50% 7 to 10 years - end-user pays 75% ** Warranty prorated from list price: 0 to 3 years - no cost to end-user 3 to 5 years - end-user pays 50%
† Motors, burner components
and moving parts not included. Portable dryer screens included. Tower dryer screens not included.
GSI further warrants that the portable and tower dryer frame and basket, excluding all auger and auger drive components, shall be free from defects in materials for a period of time beginning on the twelfth (12 and continuing until the sixtieth (60
th
) month from the date of purchase (extended warranty period). During the extended
th
) month from the date of purchase
warranty period, GSI will replace the frame or basket components that prove to be defective under normal conditions of use without charge, excluding the labor, transportation, and/or shipping costs incurred in the performance of this extended warranty.
Conditions and Limitations:
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES THAT EXTEND BEYOND THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIPTION SET FORTH ABOVE. SPECIFICALLY, GSI MAKES NO FURTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE IN CONNECTION WITH: (I) PRODUCT MANUFACTURED OR SOLD BY GSI OR (II) ANY ADVICE, INSTRUCTION, RECOMMENDATION OR SUGGESTION PROVIDED BY AN AGENT, REPRESENTA TIVE OR EMPLOYEE OF GSI REGARDING OR RELATED TO THE CONFIGURATION, INSTALLATION, LAYOUT, SUITABILITY FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCTS.
GSI shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages, including, without limitation, loss of anticipated profits or benefits. The sole and exclusive remedy is set forth in the Limited Warranty, which shall not exceed the amount paid for the product purchased. This warranty is not transferable and applies only to the original end-user. GSI shall have no obligation or responsibility for any representations or warranties made by or on behalf of any dealer, agent or distributor.
GSI assumes no responsibility for claims resulting from construction defects or unauthorized modifications to products which it manufactured. Modifications to products not specifically delineated in the manual accompanying the equipment at initial sale will void the Limited Warranty.
This Limited Warranty shall not extend to products or parts which have been damaged by negligent use, misuse, alteration, accident or which have been improperly/inadequately maintained. This Limited Warranty extends solely to products manufactured by GSI.
Prior to installation, the end-user has the responsibility to comply with federal, state and local codes which apply to the location and installation of products manufactured or sold by GSI.
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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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