GSI PNEG-1859 User Manual
PNEG-1859
2.66" Corrugation 135' Diameter
Tank with 50 PSF Snow Roof
Construction Manual
PNEG-1859
Date: 06-29-12
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 Bolting Requirements ........................................................................................................................ 17
Stiffener to Sidewall Connections 3 Post Tanks .............................................. ... .... ... ......................... 18
Bolting and Hardware Requirements .................................................................................................. 19
Chapter 6 Caulking Details ................................................................................................................................. 26
Caulking Detail for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets ....................................................................... 26
Caulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern Sheets .......................................................................... 27
Caulking Detail for Laminated Figurate Pattern Sheets ...................................................................... 28
Chapter 7 Installation .......................................................................................................................................... 30
Base Angle Installation ........................................................................................................................ 30
Anchor Bolt Detail ............................................................................................................................... 31
Chapter 8 2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions (Outside Stiffened) ............................................... 32
2.66" Commercial Tank Stiffener Instructions Outside Stiffened Only ................................................ 32
3 Stiffeners per Sidewall Sheet ........................................................................................................... 46
Wind Ring Assembly .................................... .... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ... ......................... 47
Chapter 9 2.66" Commercial Tank Roof Instructions ...................................... ... .... .......................................... 48
Roof Beam Stiffener Sidewall Attachment .......................................................................................... 48
Roof Beam Stiffener and Bracket Attachment .................................................................................... 48
Eave Clip Attachment .......................................................................................................................... 48
Tension Coupler and Tension Plate Connection ................................................................................. 49
Center Collar Placement ............................................................................................................... ... ... 50
Roof Beam Splice ............................................................................................................................... 50
Roof Beam to Tension Coupler and Center Collar ........... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ................................ 51
Purlin Attachment to Roof Beams ....................................................................................................... 52
X-Bracing Layout ....................... ... .... ... .......................................... ... ... ............................................. ... 56
Z-Collar Assembly ............................ ... ... .......................................... ... ... ............................................. 58
Lower Flange Brace Instructions ................................................................................................... ... ... 60
Lower Roof Panel Attachment ............................................................................................................ 61
Upper Roof Panel Attachment ............................................................................................................ 63
Chapter 10 2.66" Commercial Tank Accessories Installation .......................................................................... 65
Roof Vent Assembly ................................... .... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ............................ 65
Roof Exhauster Placement ................................ ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ......................... 68
Safety Ring Placement ...................................................................................................................... 70
Temperature Cable Layout ......................................................................................................
Temperature Cable Bracket (CRP-6205) Assembly Instructions (Optional) ..................................... 73
Inside Ladder Installation ................................................................................................................... 74
135' 2 Ring Door Instructions ............................................................................................................ 79
.......... 71
Chapter 11 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ 89
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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.
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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. 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, 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 up ward, like a dome. Sidewall sheet s 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 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
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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. Roof instructions are included in this manual.
Ladders, roof stairs, roof handrails and other products are covered by separate instruction manuals.
Consult the appropriate accessory manual. Inside ladder instructions are included in this 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).
See this manual.
Tools for Construction
1. Combination wrench set 7/16" to 1".
2. Alignment punches 12" long.
3. Hammer.
4. Screwdrivers - 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 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.
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3. Safety Decals
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
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.
DC-969
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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.
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 outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and the 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
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 outside of the door cover of the 2 ring,
24" porthole door cover and the 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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4. Decal Sheet Placement
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 4A 3 Post (Three (3) rows of stiffeners used on each sidewall sheet.)
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5. Bolting Requirements
Sidewall Gauge Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam
13Q-10Q
9Q-8Q
6Q-5Q
11QL
10QL
9QL-8QL *
6FL
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''
(22)
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
(24)
7/16'' x 2''
(20)
3/8'' x 1''
(48)
3/8'' x 1''
(48)
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
(48)
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
(48)
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
(48)
7/16'' x 2-1/2'' **
(48)
7/16'' x 2-1/2'' **
(72)
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''
(12)
3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***
(24)
3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***
(24)
3/8'' x 2''
(24)
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 1-1/2''
(2)
3/8'' x 2''
(6)
7/16'' x 2''
(10)
1. Q - Quad punched sheets.
QL - Laminated quad punched sheets (two (2) sheets of same gauge bolted together).
FL - Laminated figurate (6x) punched sheets (two (2) sheets of same gauge bolted together).
All bolts referenced in this table are bolts with a neoprene washers on the outside of the tank.
No washers are required on the inside of the tank. Refer to the stiffener and splice hardware section
on Page 32 for stiffener connection hardware usage.
2. 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.
a. When attaching a 6Q sheet to a 8Q sheet, use the 3/8" x 1" bin bolt in the horizontal seam.
b. All base sheets are bolted to the base angle with 3/8" x 1-1/2" bin bolts. (Independent of
sidewall gauge.)
* 6FL to 8QL will be connected using 3/8" x 1-1/2" bolts.
** These bolts require the use of a special 7/16" recessed nuts (S-8479).
*** A 3/8" x 2" Bolt may be needed at first stiffener to sidewall bolt.
Figure 5A Quad (15Q-6FL) Sheet Bolting Detail
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5. Bolting Requirements
Stiffener to Sidewall Connections 3 Post Tanks
Figure 5B
NOTE: Some locations in the lower regions of the tank utilize close punched sheets where the stiffener
will attach more frequently.
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Bolting and Hardware Requirements
Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by GSI.
CAUTION
Grade 2 Bolts
Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in GSI grain bins/silos.
Grade 5 Bolts
Grade 5 bolts are designated by three (3) slash marks on the head. All 5/16" diameter
bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.
Grade 8 Bolts
Grade 8 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks evenly spaced out around the head
of the bolt.
Grade 8.2 Bolts
Grade 8.2 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks on the head in a sunrise pattern.
All 3/8" and 7/16" diameter bolts are to be grade 8 or grade 8.2.
Identifying Bolt Grades
5. Bolting Requirements
NOTE: Bolts should not be tightened in excess of the torque specifications in below Chart.
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
Hardware usage is detailed in the bolting requirement charts on Page 17, stiffener and splice hardware
charts on Page 32 and the bolting and the hardware requirements section.
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5. 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 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.
Refer to 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage.
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5. 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 gauge laminate 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 conn ect
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.
NOTE: 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) or 3/8" x 2" (S-9445) 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 horizont al and vertical seams
together on 6 gauge 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 sealing washer).
Refer to 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage. (Continued)
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5. 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.
0.4375" x 2.500" Pre-assembled steel backed neoprene washer.
This bolt is used in the vertical seams of 9 gauge laminated and thicker . A special 7/16" nut, S-8479
is required to be used in conjuncture with this bolt.
Refer to 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage. (Continued)
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5. Bolting Requirements
0.4375" x 2.000" Pre-assembled steel backed neoprene washer.
This bolt is used in the horizontal seams of 6 gauge figurate p attern laminated sidewall. The st andard
7/16" nut, S-7332, will be used in conjunction with this bolt.
0.375" x 1.000" Hex flanged head without a plastic sealing washer.
This bolt is used to splice the stiffeners together on the flange s. A flan ge nut is used o n the nut side
of the connection. They are also used on the roof rafter splices for commercial roof systems.
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 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage. (Continued)
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5. Bolting Requirements
This 7/16" nut is to be installed at all locations where the 7/16" x 2-1/2" bin bolt S-9444 is installed
(9QL, 8QL and 6FL).
Refer to 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage. (Continued)
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. All other sealing
washers are pre-assembled onto the bolts. Steel flat washers are shipped loose. Steel flat washers
are utilized in some roof locations.
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Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids
Part # Color Description
5. 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 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-10114 7/16" x 2" Full thread bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
Dark Purple
Dark Green
Light Blue
Light Purple
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6. Caulking Details
Caulking Detail for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets
Figure 6A Standard and Quad Punched Sidewall Sheets as Viewed from Outside
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 6A. 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 betwe en t he ho les ca used by the
overlapping sheets. Use the supplied tube caulk to fill the larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges and
laminated gauges. See Page 27 for details on caulking of laminated sheets.
Figure 6B Caulking Detail as Viewed from Inside of Bin
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Caulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern Sheets
6. Caulking Details
Figure 6C
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