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GSI PNEG-257 User Manual

PNEG-257
12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series
Assembly Manual
PNEG-257
Date: 01-27-12
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Table of Contents

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5
Chapter 2 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 6
General Safety Statement ..................................................................................................................... 7
Safety Instructions ..................... ... .... .......................................... ... ... ..................................................... 8
Proper Storage of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction ....................................................... 10
Chapter 3 Decals .................................................................................................................................................. 11
Chapter 4 General Information ........................................................................................................................... 14
Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Manual General Instructions .............................. ... ... ................................ 14
Chapter 5 Foundation .......................................................................................................................................... 15
Chapter 6 Sidewall Assembly ............................................................................................................................. 26
Bulk Feed Tank Assembly .................................................................................................................. 26
Sidewall Sheet Orientation (12' Only) ................................................................................................. 27
Sidewall Erection ....................... ... .... ... ... ... ... .......................................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ......................... 28
Chapter 7 Roof ..................................................................................................................................................... 30
Sealed Roof Panel Installation (12'-18' BFT) ...................................................................................... 30
12' Roof Reinforcement Angle ............................................................................................................ 32
Roof Ladder ........................................................................................................................................ 33
12' 60° Roof Cap Ground Control .............................................................................. ... ... ... .... ... ...... ... 36
Roof Cap ............................................................................................................................. .... ... ... ... ... 41
15' and 18' Roof Assembly Instructions .............................................................................................. 42
Raising the Roof ........................ ... .... ... .......................................... ... ... ................................................ 44
Chapter 8 Hopper Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 46
Hopper Sheets .......... .......................................... ... ... .... .......................................... ... ... .......... ............ 46
Hopper Collar Assembly .................................................. ... ... .... ... .......................................... ... ... ...... 49
Chapter 9 Leg and Leg Bracing .......................................................................................................................... 50
12' Only ............................................................................................................................................... 50
Installation of Leg to Sidewall .............................................................................................................. 51
Installation of Leg to Sidewall for 15', 18' and 21' BFT ........................................................................ 52
12'-21' Leg Bracing ............................................................................................................................. 53
Bracing Hole Layouts .................................................................................................................... ... ... 55
Hopper to Leg Bracing .............. ... .... ... ... ... ... .......................................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .......... ... ... 59
Chapter 10 Ladder ............................................................................................................................................... 60
Optional Sidewall Ladder ................................................................................................................... 60
Ladder Safety Cage ........................................................................................................................... 61
Optional Safety Cage ........................................................................................................................ 61
Safety Cage Assembly ...................................................................................................................... 63
Chapter 11 Raising Bin ........................................................................................................................................ 65
Raising Bin to Set on Foundation ...................................................................................................... 65
Chapter 12 Grounding .........................................................................................................
Chapter 13 Pneumatic Fill Kit ............................................................................................................................. 68
Pneumatic Fill Kit Assembly ....... .... ... .......................................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... ................ 68
Roof Panel .................................. .......................................... ................................................. ............ 68
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Chapter 14 Parts List ........................................................................................................................................... 71
12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications .......................... .......................................... .................. 72
12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ........................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 74
12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications .......................... .......................................... .................. 76
12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ........................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 78
15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications .......................... .......................................... .................. 80
15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ........................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 82
15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications .......................... .......................................... .................. 84
15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ........................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 86
18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications .......................... .......................................... .................. 88
18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ........................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 90
21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications .......................... .......................................... .................. 92
21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ........................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .. 94
Chapter 15 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ 97
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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

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
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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, 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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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 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.
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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
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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DC-604 Located on the cap latch control arm.
DC-604

3. Decals

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3. Decals
Plastic tie
DC-590 Located on the cap latch control arm.
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DC-GBC-1A Located on inside the peak cap.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421
For replacement decals, contact:
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
3. Decals
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4. General Information

Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Manual General Instructions
First, read the assembly manual completely before starting to assemble the Bulk Feed Tank. Check the shipment with the packing list to be sure there are no shortages.
1. Decal protective mask must be removed when assembling tank. Mask may become difficult to remove if left exposed to sunlight.
2. Vertical seams must be staggered on all sidewall rings.
3. When legs extend up 2 rings, the leg holes must be in alignment in the bottom 2 rings.
4. All hopper seams and the hopper collar use truss head bolts. The heads of the bolts must be on the inside of the tank.
5. All bolts are to be tightened from the nut side only. Do not allow bolt heads to spin.
6. Hex head bin bolts are used on all sidewall and roof seams with the bolt heads on the outside of the bin.
7. Hex head bolts are to be used on all leg to sidewall connections with the bolt heads on the inside of the tank.
8. Drift punches can be used to align holes.
9. All vertical sidewall sheet seams must be overlapped in the same direction.
10. Close hole spacing is used at the top of all top sidewall sheets and at the bottom of all bottom sidewall sheets.
Selecting the Proper Site
The selected site should be level, firm and free from underlying debris. The tank can be installed satisfactorily on slopes, but as the slope increases, additional labor and materials are required for the foundation. The concrete foundation surfaces must be level and tamped thoroughly to prevent uneven settling from the weight of the tank. Good water drainage should be provided to prevent water collecting under or around the tank. Naturally, the site must allow convenient access for easy loading and unloading, plus provide additional space for future units. Also, consider the positioning of handling equipment, availability of electricity, etc.
. If some fill is required, it should be watered
Tools
Tools recommended for assembly of Bulk Feed Tanks.
1. Assorted sizes of combination wrenches
2. Hammer
3. 3-12" Long drift punches
4. 1 Large flathead screwdriver
5. 1 Pair of slip joint pliers
6. Two (2) adjustable wrenches
7. Ratchet and sockets
8. Impact wrenches and sockets (if available)
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5. Foundation

# of
Rings
Slab
Thickness (D)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-5 15" 9.1 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8
6 16" 9.7 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8
7 16" 9.7 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8
8 17" 10.3 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8
# of
Rings
Slab
Thickness (D)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-5 381 mm 6.93 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8
6 406 mm 7.40 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8
7 406 mm 7.40 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8
8 432 mm 7.86 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
* Applies to 45° hopper tank only.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions . The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
*
*
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Figure 5A 12' 2-8 Rings BFT/GHT Square Pad
5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Slab
Thickness (D)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-5 15" 7.1 Cu. Y a rd s 155 Sq. Ft. 8
6 16" 7.6 Cu. Yards 155 Sq. Ft. 8
7 16" 7.6 Cu. Ya rd s 155 Sq. Ft. 8
8 17" 8.1 Cu. Yards 155 Sq. Ft. 8
# of
Rings
Slab
Thickness (D)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-5 381 mm 5.45 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8
6 406 mm 5.81 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8
7 406 mm 5.81 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8
8 432 mm 6.18 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
* Applies to 45° hopper tank only.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
*
*
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Figure 5B 12' 2-8 Rings BFT/GHT Round Pad
5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
8 15" 4" 5.0 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 12
9 18" 4" 5.8 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 12
10 20" 4" 6.4 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 12
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
8 381 mm 102 mm 3.82 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 12
9 457 mm 102 mm 4.43 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 12
10 508 mm 102 mm 4.89 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 12
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
* Applies to 60° hopper tank only.
** Applies to 45° and 60° hopper tanks.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
****
**
Figure 5C 12' 8-10 Rings BFT/GHT Round Pad
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5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
11 24" 4" 7.5 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 16
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
11 610 mm 102 mm 5.73 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 16
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions . The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5D 12' 11 Rings BFT/GHT 16 Leg Round Pad
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5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Slab
Thickness (D)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
1-4 14" 11.0 Cu. Yards 255 Sq. Ft. 15
5 15" 11.8 Cu. Yards 255 Sq. Ft. 15
6 16" 12.6 Cu. Yards 255 Sq. Ft. 15
# of
Rings
Slab
Thickness (D)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
1-4 356 mm 8.41 Cu. Meters 23.69 Sq. Meters 15
5 381 mm 9.01 Cu. Meters 23.69 Sq. Meters 15
6 406 mm 9.63 Cu. Meters 23.69 Sq. Meters 15
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
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Figure 5E 15' 1-6 Rings BFT/GHT Round Pad
5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
7 14" 4" 6.3 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 20
8 15" 4" 6.6 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 20
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
7 356 mm 102 mm 4.82 Cu. Meters 20.9 Sq. Meters 20
8 381 mm 102 mm 5.05 Cu. Meters 20.9 Sq. Meters 20
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5F 15' 7-8 Rings BFT/GHT 60° Round Pad
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5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
7 17" 4" 7.4 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 15
8 18" 4" 7.7 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 15
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
7 432 mm 102 mm 5.66 Cu. Meters 20.90 Sq. Meters 15
8 457 mm 102 mm 5.89 Cu. Meters 20.90 Sq. Meters 15
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5G 15' 7-8 Rings BFT/GHT 45° Hopper Tank
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5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
9 18" 4" 7.7 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 20
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
9 457 mm 102 mm 5.89 Cu. Meters 20.90 Sq. Meters 20
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5H 15' 9 Rings BFT/GHT 20 Leg 45° Tank
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5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-4 12" 4" 8.5 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18
5-6 15" 4" 10 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18
7 16" 4" 10.9 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18
8 18" 4" 11.5 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-4 305 mm 102 mm 6.5 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18
5-6 381 mm 102 mm 7.66 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18
7 406 mm 102 mm 8.33 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18
8 457 mm 102 mm 8.79 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5I 18' 2-8 Rings BFT/GHT Hopper Tank
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5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
9 18" 4" 11.5 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 24
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
9 457 mm 102 mm 8.79 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 24
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5J 18' 9 Rings BFT/GHT 24 Leg Hopper Tank
24 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series
5. Foundation
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-6 13" 4" 11 Cu. Yards 450 Sq. Ft. 28
7 15" 4" 12.1 Cu. Yards 450 Sq. Ft. 28
8 16" 4" 12.7 Cu. Yards 450 Sq. Ft. 28
# of
Rings
Footing
Depth (D)
Slab
Thickness (T)
Concrete
Volume
Wire Mesh
Area
# of Column
Legs
2-6 330 mm 102 mm 8.41 Cu. Meters 41.81 Sq. Meters 28
7 381 mm 102 mm 9.25 Cu. Meters 41.81 Sq. Meters 28
8 406 mm 102 mm 9.71 Cu. Meters 41.81 Sq. Meters 28
GENERAL NOTES:
1. Foundation recommendations are based on 3500 lbs./ft.^2 allowable
soil bearing capacity.
2. Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive
strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days.
3. The foundation site must be free of vegetation and debris and
well drained.
4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within
± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle.
5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste.
6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI
engineering for special tank foundations.
All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only . Because the
actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group
assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.
Figure 5K 21' 2-8 Rings BFT/GHT 24 Hopper Tank
PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 25

6. Sidewall Assembly

Bulk Feed Tank Assembly
Model Gauge
BFT 12'-1 Ring 18 BFT 12'-2 Ring 13-20 BFT 12'-3 Ring 13-20-20 BFT 12'-4 Ring 13-18-20-20 BFT 12'-5 Ring 12-16-18-20-20 BFT 12'-6 Ring 12-15-16-18-20-20 BFT 12'-7 Ring 12-13-15-16-18-20-20 BFT 15'-2 Ring 14-16 BFT 15'-3 Ring 14-16-20 BFT 15'-4 Ring 14-16-18-20 BFT 15'-5 Ring 12-14-16-18-20
Body Sheet Chart
BFT 15'-6 Ring 12-14-16-16-18-20 BFT 15'-7 Ring 12-14-14-16-16-18-20 BFT 15'-8 Ring 12-14-14-14-16-16-18-20 BFT 18'-2 Ring 10-16 BFT 18'-3 Ring 10-16-20 BFT 18'-4 Ring 10-16-18-20 BFT 18'-5 Ring 10-16-18-20-20 BFT 18'-6 Ring 10-14-16-18-20-20 BFT 18'-7 Ring 10-14-16-18-18-20-20 BFT 18'-8 Ring 10-14-14-16-18-18-20-20 BFT 21'-2 Ring 10-16 BFT 21'-3 Ring 10-16-20 BFT 21'-4 Ring 10-16-20-20 BFT 21'-5 Ring 10-16-17-20-20 BFT 21'-6 Ring 10-16-17-17-20-20
NOTE: *Represents 45° Bulk Tanks. All other tanks come with 60° or 45° hoppers.
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6. Sidewall Assembly
How to use charts on this page:
The chart titled “body sheet chart” is for the reference when building the tank. This chart tells you how many rings the specific tank must have. To read the chart you look up the tank size you wish to build (an 18' diameter tank with 4 rings will look like BFT 18'-4 rings). The side labeled “gauge” will tell you which body sheets to use. The sheets are color coded, all t hat needs to be done is to match the gaug e number with the color. (Use sheet gauge color code chart.)
IMPORTANT: Number of rings shown for each tank size are maximums. (12' 60° Tanks have a 6 ring
maximum. 15' 45° and 18' 45° tanks have an 8 ring maximum.)
NOTE: Body sheets are color coded on edges for gauge identification.
Sheet Gauge Color Code Chart
Code # Color Code
20 Red 18 Orange 17 Pink/Light Blue 16 Blue 15 Brown/Red 14 Green 13 Yellow/Blue 12 Black 11 Pink 10 Light Blue
Sidewall Sheet Orientation (12' Only)
IMPORTANT: Please note the sheet orientation when assembling the bin sidewall. The upper right
corner will have a slot or identifying sticker. This corner should be on the inside of the tank when assembled.
Figure 6A Viewed from Inside
Sheet orientation will effect how the sheets lap together.
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6. Sidewall Assembly
Sidewall Erection
12'-21' Bulk Feed Tank
12'-21' Diameter Bulk Feed Tanks are designed to be built vertically utilizing bin jacks or a crane of adequate capacity. Before bolting the sidewall sheets together, check that you have the proper gauge steel for the first ring. The higher gauge number denote the thinner materials. (Example, 2 0 gauge material is thinner than 14 gauge.) In erecting all bulk feed tanks the thinnest material always goes on top, therefore the first sidewall ring you assemble will be the top ring of the tank. Check the various gauges of the tank with the color code chart and begin building accordingly. Remember, assemb le the top ring first. Note ring overlap detail as shown in Figure 6B.
NOTE: See Page 27 for proper gauges and color code chart. IMPORTANT: The number of rings shown for each tank size are maximums. (21' 45° and 15 ' 60 ° tanks
have a 6 ring maximum. 12' 60° tanks have a 7 ring maximum. The 12' 45°, 15' 45° and 18' 45° tanks have an 8 ring maximum.)
Figure 6B Ring Overlap Detail
Figure 6C Caulking Detail (For 12' tanks only.) Figure 6D Caulking Detail (For 15', 18' and 21' tanks.)
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6. Sidewall Assembly
Figure 6E
Figure 6F
IMPORTANT: BOLTING PATTERN BEGINS IN THE CENTER OF THE SHEET. When starting to
assemble the sidewall rings to one another. Be sure to start in the center of the sheets and work to the outside edges (horizontal seams). This allows the sidewall sheets to draw up evenly.
Figure 6G
Once you have selected the proper gauge material, begin assembling all sidewall sheets in the following manner: Standing on the inside of the tank, place the left panel to the inside with the right panel to the outside.
NOTE: The rope caulking is installed before each sheet is assembled. Wip e sheets clean where caulking
is to be applied. Apply caulking on each side of the holes in the vertical seams and also on each side of the horizontal row of holes.
Using correct size bin bolt throughout, begin assembling sidewall sheet end to end (overlapping the same way throughout) until the ring is completed. All body sheet bolts are to be installed with the bolt head and its neoprene washer to the outside and the nut to the inside. Do not tighten bolts until all sheets are assembled and form a complete ring. Remember to attach lifting straps at the bottom of the vertical seams while bolting the sheets together. These straps, coupled to the jacks, will enable you to later elevate the tank. Now tighten the bolts, in sequence, starting from the center and working to the edge in both directions. This permits the sidewall sheets to draw-up evenly. Complete one ring and stop. You are now ready to assemble the roof.
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7. Roof

Sealed Roof Panel Installation (12'-18' BFT)
Roof to Sidewall
Note that the roof and sidewall ladders are centered on a roof seam. Take notice when placing roof panel, that one edge is bent down. This edge is to be placed on the outside of other roof panel to form a tight seal. Be sure to apply two (2) strips of caulking on all seams.
Roof Assembly
Assemble roof panels in a counterclockwise manner. On bins that will be equipped with pnuematic fill system (See Page 68), the two (2) roof panels with fill hole and exha ust ho le sh ould be located opposite each other on Bulk Feed Tank.
Figure 7A Roof Sheet Overlap Detail
Figure 7B Eave Detail
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