2.66" Corrugation 105' Diameter
Tall Tanks (28 Rings and Taller)
Owner ’s Manual
PNEG-972
Date: 09-06-12
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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1. Introduction
NCL 105' diameter , 28 rings and t aller are
covered by this construction manual.
NCL 105' diameter, 27 ring and shorter
are covered by construction manual
PNEG-1000. Please obtain that manual
if you are building a 105' diameter tank
27 rings or shorter.
ATTENTION:
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 upward, like a dome. Sidewall sheets stored on
edge must be secured so that they cannot fall over and cause injury. Use care when handling and moving
sidewall bundles.
Personnel operating or working around equipment should read this manual. This manual must be
delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse
of the equipment.
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2. Safety
Follow Safety Instructions
Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and
safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be
sure new equipment components and repair parts include
the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are
available from the manufacturer.
Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
Keep your machinery in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair
the function and/or safety and affect machine life.
If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
Read and Understand Manual
Practice Safe Maintenance
Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area
clean and dry.
Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.
Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damage immediately . Replace worn or broken p arts. Remove any
built-up grease, oil, and debris.
Maintain Equipment
and Work Area
Safety Instructions
Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to
keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some
problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel.
As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions
exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be
required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very
dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be
consulted before installations are made.
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2. Safety
Prepare for Emergencies
Be prepared if fire starts.
Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service,
hospital, and fire department near your telephone.
Keep Emergency Equipment
Quickly Accessible
Wear Protective Clothing
Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate
to the job.
Remove all jewelry.
Tie long hair up and back.
Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.
A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially
toxic fumes and dust.
Wear a hard hat to help protect your head.
Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at
elevations greater than six feet (6').
Eye Protection
Gloves
Steel-Toed Boots
Respirator
Hard Hat
Fall Protection
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2. Safety
Safety Sign-Off Sheet
As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe operating
and safety procedures for this equipment. 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.
DateEmployee NameSupervisor 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 immediately about ways to minimize
the adverse effect upon the galvanized coating.
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2. Safety
General Information
Read this manual carefully. This manual will provide instructions on building the sidewall and stiffeners.
You will also need to consult other instructions in building the tank. These include, but may not be
limited to:
A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI.
Roof instructions must be followed. The roof construction manual (PNEG-1092) will contain instructions
for 60' diameter and smaller bins. See appropriate individual diameter instructions for other diameters.
Ladders, roof stairs, roof handrails and other products are covered by separate instruction manuals.
Consult the appropriate accessory manual.
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. Reference all other procedures on sidewall and stiffener installation prior to the start
of construction.
1. Consider the starting location of the bin, relative to the location of doors and other accessories.
Proper placement of lifting jacks in relationship to anchor bolts could make a difference in final
locations. Note that the sidewall sheets will be staggered.
2. The bin is lifted by the use of lifting jacks. Lifting jacks are used to slowly and evenly lift the bin during
construction. Lifting jacks must be properly sized and designed to carry all dead and live loads and
job site conditions associated with the construction of the bin.
The number of lifting jacks required is best determined by personal experience and expertise.
Factors such as bin size, jack design, construction conditions, support surface, etc., are all to be
considered when deciding how many to use. If in doubt, use one jack on every sheet. The lifting jack
must be adequate to carry all loads. Heavy duty jacks, generally hydraulic or electric powered in the
case of large bins, should be used for commercial installation. All jacks should be secured with
braces or otherwise maintained in a stable condition.
Lifting of the bins should not be done under windy conditions.
Follow the jack manufacturers recommendations on capacity and operations.
3. Lifting brackets must be attached through the stiffener bolt holes. Normally you will need to attach to
at least four (4) bolts per stiffener.
4. Raise the bin just high enough to assemble the next ring. When lifting the bin, all jacks must lift at an equal rate. Monitor the lift to ensure even lifting is occurring.
5. To the inside of the first ring, bolt the next ring. Be sure to stagger the sheets and select the proper
gauge material.
6. Lower the bin onto the foundation after assembling and tightening bolts on the new ring or rings.
7. Attach stiffeners to the body sheets every two (2) tiers (on the external surface of the bin). You may
want to leave sheets loose to make the attachment of the stiffeners easier.
8. Now re-bolt the lifting brackets to the lowest ring in place thus far. Continue ring additions by
repeating Steps 5 and6.
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 ta nk 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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Roof Damage Warning and Disclaimer
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 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.
3. Decals
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3. 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. 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: The decal sheets are located in the second ring from the top. They are to be spaced evenly around
the diameter of the bin.
Figure 4A 2 Post
NOTE: On three (3) post bins the top ring is not normally stiffened except for 42' diameter and larger bins
with stiffeners, (one per sidewall panel). Reference stiffener to sidewall attachment detail and
specific gauge sheet for the bin.
Figure 4B 3 Post
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5. Access Door Weldment Assembly
Access Door Weldment Assembly Hardware Package (PLS-41985)
Figure 5A
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6. Bolting Requirements
Sidewall GaugeHorizontal SeamVertical SeamStiffener to SidewallOverlap Seam
15Q-14Q
13Q-10Q
9Q-8Q
6Q-5Q
11QL
10QL
9QL-8QL *
6QL *
5/16'' x 3/4''
[10]
3/8'' x 1''
[22]
3/8'' x 1''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[22]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[24]
3/8'' x 2''
[24]
Q - Quad punched sheets.
QL- Laminated quad punched sheets. (Tow (2) sheets of same gauge bolted together.)
1. 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.
2. Refer to stiffener and splice hardware section on Pages 34and 54 for stiffener connection
hardware usage.
Before bolting sheets together, apply a single strip of caulking on both sides and 12" on b oth sides of top
edge. DO NOT CAULK BOTTOM EDGE.
1. When attaching a 13Q sheet to a 14Q sheet, use the 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolt in the horizontal seam.
5/16'' x 3/4''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[48]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[48]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[48]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[48]
7/16'' x 2-1/2'' **
[48]
7/16'' x 2-1/2'' **
[48]
3/8'' x 1''
[12]
3/8'' x 1''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[12]
3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***
[24]
3/8'' x 1-1/2'' ***
[24]
3/8'' x 2''
[24]
5/16'' x 3/4''
[2]
3/8'' x 1''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 1-1/2''
[2]
3/8'' x 2''
[6]
3/8'' x 2''
[6]
2. When attaching a 6Q sheet to a 8Q sheet, use the 3/8" x 1" bin bolt in the horizontal seam.
3. All base sheets are bolted to the base angle with 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts. (Independent of
sidewall gauge.)
* 6QL 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 6A Quad (15Q-6QL) Sheet Bolting Detail
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Hardware
Grade 2 Bolts
1. Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in
GSI grain bins/silos.
Grade 5 Bolts
2. 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
3. Grade 8 bolts are designated by six (6) slash marks evenly spaced out
around the head of the bolt.
Grade 2 Bolts
4. 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 8.2.
Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by
the manufacturer.
Identifying Bolt Grades
7. Bolting and Hardware Requirements
IMPORTANT: Bolts should not be tightened in excess of the torque specifications listed below.
Hardware usage is detailed in the bolting requirement charts on Page 18, stiffener and splice
hardware charts on Pages 34a nd 54 and the bolting and the hardware requirements section above.
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7. Bolting and Hardware 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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7. Bolting and Hardware Requirements
0.375" x 1.000" Pre-assembled with a steel backed neoprene washer.
This bolt is used in horizontal and vertical seams for 13 gauge through 13 ga uge laminated sidewall
to attach the sheets to each other. It is also used to attach the stiffener to the sidewall sheet for up to
10 gauge sidewall. It is not used to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges where they 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.
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).
NOTE: 3/8" x 1-1/2" (S-5060) Bolts are provided for laminated stiffeners and splices.
Refer to 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage. (Continued)
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7. Bolting and Hardware 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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0.375" x 1.000" Hex flanged head without a plastic sealing washer.
This bolt is used to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges. A flange nut is used on the nut side
of the connection. They are also used on the roof rafter splices for commercial roof systems.
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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7. Bolting and Hardware 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 6QL).
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.
See the roof instruction manual on those washers and their installation. All other sealing washers
are pre-assembled onto the bolts. Steel flat washers are shipped loose. In the shell portion of the
bin 5/16" steel flat washer (S-845) is used where the base angle attaches to the sheet and some
are installed at the main eave clips. The 3/8" steel flat washers (S-248) are used at the stiffener
splices and at the laminated stiffener to sidewall locations and steel flat washers are also utilized
in some roof locations.
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7. Bolting and Hardware Requirements
Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids
Part #ColorDescription
S-2755/16" x 3/4" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-2775/16" x 1-1/4" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-3965/16" Hex nut
S-4553/8" x 1" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-4563/8" Hex nut
S-50603/8" x 1-1/2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-79273/8" x 1" Hex flanged head bolt without
S-79283/8" x 1-1/2" Hex flanged head bolt without sealing washer
S-84797/16" Special recessed nuts
Dark Blue
Black
Red
Grey
Yellow
Orange
Light Green
Dark Brown
Light Brown
sealing washer
S-93733/8" Hex flanged nuts
S-94447/16" x 2-1/2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-94453/8" x 2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
S-94707/16" x 2" Bolt pre-assembled with a steel backed sealing washer
Dark Purple
Dark Green
Light Blue
Light Purple
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8. Caulking Detail
Caulking Detail for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets
Figure 8A Standard and Quad Punched Sidewall Sheets as Viewed from Ou tside
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 8B. 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. Additional 10" strips must be used to fill larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges
and laminated gauges. See Page 27 for details on caulking of laminated sheets.
Figure 8B
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Caulking Detail for Laminated Sheets
8. Caulking Detail
Figure 8C Laminated Quad Punched Sidewall Sheets as Viewed from Outside
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8. Caulking Detail
When bolting the two (2) assembled/laminated sheets to each other, apply one strip of caulking near the
outside edge of the outer sheet, between the outer two (2) rows of bolts and outside the last ro w of bolts.
(See Figure 8D.) A strip of caulking 12" long should be placed along the horizontal seams. Before bolting
the next ring into place, apply one strip of caulking 12" long on the front of the under lapped sheet at each
joint. Also, a 12" strip of caulking is to be placed along the lower horizontal edge of the lapping sheet at
the vertical seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets.
Additional 12" strips must be used to fill larger gaps that may occur with thicker gauges.
When assembling two (2) sheets to make a laminated sheet assembly, apply a row of caulk all around the
vertical seam. See Figure 8D for details.
Figure 8D
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8. Caulking Detail
Base Angle Installation
On the lower edge of the final bottom ring, attach the base angle ring. Before lowering the bin, apply the
optional mastic sealer to the entire underneath side of the base angle. (See Figure 8E.) Next, lower the
bin onto the foundation and check for an adequate seal.
Sealing the base of the bin after final construction is done by various methods and materials, based on
materials available, preferences of the customer, etc. However provisions should be made to seal the
base of the bin to prevent moisture from coming into the bin.
Figure 8E
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8. Caulking Detail
This is a minimum requirement for anchorage on standard tanks.Refer to sidedraw instructions for special
anchorage details on
Page 75.
Anchor Bolt Detail
Figure 8F
Anchor Bolt Washer Installation
Figure 8G
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2.66" Sidewall Gauges
NOTE: Some color codes are different than those used for stiffeners.
Sidewall GaugeColor Code
20Red
19Black/Yellow
18Orange
17Pink/Light Blue
16Blue
15Brown/Red
14Green
13Yellow/Blue
12Black
When installing bottom stiffeners, you may find that in some cases the stiffener with base plate attached
will not rest on the foundation (due to unlevel foundation, etc.). Shim plates have been furnished and
should be used to fill opening between base plate and concrete.
IMPORTANT: 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.
NOTE: Some colors are different than those used for sidewall sheets.
*NOTE: Only Orange on 1 ring stiffener.
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9. Stiffener Instructions (Inside Stiffened Only)
Figure 9O Inside Stiffened Lam inated Stiffener to Sidewall Detail (10 Gauge Laminated and Thicker Only)
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9. Stiffener Instructions (Inside Stiffened Only)
Detail “A”
(Also refer to laminated stiffener
sections on Pages 47and 48.)
NOTE: Splice plate and laminated stiffener to
sidewall connection generally use 3/8" x 1-1/2"
bin bolts. Consult the bolting and hardware requirements
section on Page 19 for complete details.
For sidewall to stiffener connections use 3/8" diameter bin bolt. Stiffeners will bolt every 8".
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Figure 9P
9. Stiffener Instructions (Inside Stiffened Only)
Roof Stiffener Detail
Figure 9Q
NOTE: The standard 10000 lbs. peak load roof stiffener to sidewall attachment is shown in Figure 9Q.
The 25000 lbs. peak load roofs have special attachment details included with the roof instructions
for those roofs.
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Wind Ring Assembly
9. Stiffener Instructions (Inside Stiffened Only)
Figure 9R
1. To connect wind ring pipe to the stiffeners, attach with 3/8" x 1" bolts through the flange of the
stiffener. In some cases field drilling of wind ring locations may be required.
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 9S
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2.66" Commercial Tank
Stiffener Instructions
Out side Stiffened Only
®
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When installing bottom stiffeners, you may find that in some cases the stiffener with base plate attached
will not rest on the foundation (due to unlevel foundation, etc.). Shim plates have been furnished and
should be used to fill opening between base plate and concrete.
IMPORTANT: 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.
NOTE: Some colors are different than those used for sidewall sheets.
*NOTE: Only Orange on 1 ring stiffener.
NOTE: Splice plate and laminated stiffener to sidewall
connection generally use 3/8" x 1-1/2" bin bolts.Consult the
bolting and hardware requirements section on Page 19 for
complete details.
1. To connect wind ring pipe to the stiffeners, attach with 3/8" x 1" bolts through the flange of the
stiffener. In some cases field drilling of wind ring locations may be required.
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 10T
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Accessory Instructions
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11. Accessory Instructions
Sidedraw Systems
Installation and Management of Sidedraw Systems
Grain Systems 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. The
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 unload ed through the sidewall without
installation of such a system and permission of the manufacturer.
2. Installation of a flume system may require installation of additional wind rings and 1" diameter
anchor bolts. Refer to Page 75 or the commercial bin section of the GSI sales catalog. Installation
of multiple systems requires additional wind rings and must be placed a minimum of 90° apart.
Installation of multiple systems requires approval of GSI engineering.
3. A sidedraw should not be the only discharge system available. A standard center discharge and
conveyor should be installed.
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 sidedra w 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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11. Accessory Instructions
1" Anchor Bolts Required with Sidedraw Systems
Used with 2.66" Corrugation Commercial Tanks
CorrugationTank DiameterTotal Number of 1" Anchor Bolts
2.66"42'42
2.66"48'48
2.66"54'54
2.66"60'60
2.66"72'72
2.66"75'75
2.66"78'78
2.66"90'90
2.66"105'105
Use 1" diameter anchor bolts at all of the required stiffener locations.
Wind Ring Installation
Additional Wind Rings Required for 2.66" Commercial Tanks
NOTE: Consult the gauge sheet supplied with the tank for complete wind ring quantities and placement
for the specific tank the sidedraw is being installed in.
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11. Accessory Instructions
Sidedraw Instructions
105' Diameter Tank 2.66" Sidedraw Instructions - 3 Post (Viewed from
Inside of Bin)
NOTE:
Refer to PNEG-1000 or PNEG-066 for 90' diameter and smaller bin sidedraw installation instructions.
Wind Ring Installation
Tanks that use wind rings require 2-3/4" diameter holes passing through the sidedraw chute; with the
center no less than 6" from either end and 4-3/8" from the sidewall. The wind ring must penetrate through
the chute and form a complete ring. Do not locate wind ring in 8" space at chute entrance. Field drill
stiffeners for wind ring attachment bracket (if required).
Discharge Tube Installation
1. Use the bottom two (2) holes in the last chute to locate discharge tube 28" below the 7th horizontal
seam. Refer to detail “C” on Page 77 for sidewall sheet hole dimensions.
2. For proper water shed install plate so upper body sheet overlaps the plate, as shown in detail “D”
on Page 78.
3. Use discharge tube assembly as a template, drill all holes 1/2" diameter.
4. Use two (2) beads of caulking to seal discharge plate to body sheets. Use 7/16" diameter bolts and
nuts provided to bolt discharge assembly weldment to body sheets.
Number of Rings in TankChute Location Horizontal Starting Location
1. Locate 1st chute in 2nd ring from top.
All
2. Top bolt holes in chute to be located on 2nd corrugation of body sheet.
11, 14, 17, 20, 23, 26, 29 and 32, 35
10, 13, 16, 19, 22, 25, 28 and 31, 34
12, 15, 18, 21, 24, 27, 30 and 335. Center chute over vertical seam.
3. Center chute 75" (left to right) from 1st hole in 2nd body sheet.
4. Center chute 37-1/2" (left to right) from 1st hole in 2nd body sheet.
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11. Accessory Instructions
Detail “C”
Figure 11A
NOTE: Unload tube and supports from rack and pinion not provided by GSI.
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11. Accessory Instructions
Detail “D”
2.66" Sidedraw Instructions - 3 Post (Internally Stiffened)
Figure 11B
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2.66" Sidedraw Instructions - 3 Post (Internally Stiffened) (Continued)
Figure 11C
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11. Accessory Instructions
2.66" Sidedraw Instructions - 3 Post (Externally Stiffened)
Figure 11D
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11. Accessory Instructions
Weather Cover Assembly
Weather Cover Assembly Instructions for Roller Valve
1. Install weather cover kit after gate has been installed.
2. Use bead caulking at all seams where weather cover attaches to gate.
3. Use 5/8" x 3/4" bolts and nuts to plug all holes not in use.
4. Use 1/4" self-drillers to seal gate end plate corners.
Figure 11E
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12. 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:
ProductWarranty Period
Performer Series Direct Drive Fan Motor3 Years
AP Fans and Flooring
Cumberland
Feeding/Watering
Systems
Grain SystemsGrain Bin Structural Design5 Years
Grain Systems
Farm Fans
Zimmerman
All Fiberglass HousingsLifetime
All Fiberglass PropellersLifetime
Feeder System Pan Assemblies5 Years **
Feed Tubes (1-3/4" and 2.00")10 Years *
Centerless Augers10 Years *
Watering Nipples10 Years *
Portable and Tower Dryers2 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