Page 1 18 Ft., 21 Ft., 24 Ft., and 27 Ft. Diameter Bins (All Rings) Models: 40-SERIES 4.00'' CORRUGATION BINS 6000 LB. PEAK LOAD ROOF WITH FC STIFFENERS Construction Manual PNEG-4224 Version 3.0 Date: 10-24-18 PNEG-4224...
Page 2 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. PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ........................5 Safety Guidelines for Bins ......................6 Cautionary Symbol Definitions......................7 Safety Cautions...........................8 Safety Decals ...........................13 Safety Sign-off Sheet.........................15 Chapter 2 General Overview ........................17 General Information........................17 Tools Required for Construction....................17 Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction........18 Overview for a Typical Bin Installation ..................18 Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage............19 Instructions for Stirring Devices ....................20...
Page 4 Temperature Cable Support Package Instructions for Eave Heights Greater than 40 ft. - 5 in. (12.32 m) (Optional) ....................104 Assembling Weather Cover for Roller Valve ................107 Transition Assembly ........................ 108 Seal Kit (Optional) ........................110 GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty ..................111 PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 5: Chapter 1 Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Safety Guidelines for Bins ▪ Cautionary Symbol Definitions ▪ Safety Cautions ▪ Safety Decals ▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 6: Safety Guidelines For Bins
Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Guidelines for Bins Safety guidelines must be followed at all times. This manual is written to help you understand safe operat- ing procedures and problems that can be encountered by the operator and other personnel when using this equipment.
Page 7: Cautionary Symbol Definitions
Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Cautionary Symbol Definitions Cautionary symbols appear in this manual and on product decals. The symbols alert the user of potential safety hazards, prohibited activities and mandatory actions. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined below. Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols Symbol Description...
Page 8: Safety Cautions
Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Cautions Use Personal Protective Equipment • Use appropriate personal protective equipment: Respiratory Foot Protection Protection Protection Hearing Head Fall Protection Protection Protection Hand Protection • Wear clothing appropriate to the job. • Remove all jewelry. •...
Page 9 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Maintain Equipment and Work Area • Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area clean and dry. • Never service equipment while it is operating. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from moving parts. • Keep your equipment in proper working condition. Replace worn or broken parts immediately.
Page 10 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Unload the Bin Correctly • Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain remains above this outlet. • Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above condition is satisfied. • Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental premature use.
Page 11 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Rotating Auger Hazard • Keep clear of rotating augers and moving parts. • Do not remove or modify guards or covers. • Lock-out power source before making adjustments, cleaning, or maintaining equipment. • Failure to follow these precautions will result in serious injury or death.
Page 12 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Store Bin Sheets Properly • Sidewall bundles or sheets must be stored in a safe manner. The safest method of storing sidewall bundles is by laying them horizontally with the arch of the sheet upward, like a dome.
Page 13: Safety Decals
The safety decals on your equipment are safety indicators which must be carefully read and understood by all personnel involved in the installation, operation, service and maintenance of the equipment. To replace a damaged of missing decal, contact us to receive a free replacement. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois Street Assumption, IL 62510 Phone: 1–217–226–4421...
Page 14 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Location Decal No. Decal Description Danger Keep Clear of On bin door DC-GBC-1A Augers covers On bin door Warning Unload Instructions DC-GBC-2A covers PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 15: Safety Sign-Off Sheet
Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Sign-off Sheet Below is a sign-off sheet that can be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping. Date Employee Name Supervisor Name...
Page 16 NOTES PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 17: Chapter 2 General Overview
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.
Page 18: Guidelines For Proper Storage Of Grain Bin Materials Prior To Construction
Chapter 2: General Overview • Lifting jacks • Center pole roof support • Step ladders • Large C-clamp or welding V-grip for clamping NOTE: Quantities required will depend on the number of workers and size of the bin. Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction Storage of the build materials prior to construction is important.
Page 19: Guidelines For Construction Procedures And Lifting Jack Usage
12.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. PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 20: Instructions For Stirring Devices
NOTE: Use of any stirring device with three or more vertical screws may require a heavier than “standard” series bin. Any re-circulating device or system should be used in the “re-circulating” series bins. NOTE: For GSI bins larger than 33 ft. diameter an alternate method of mounting is to attach suspension chain to the intermediate center collar.
Page 21: Guidelines For Placement Of The Decal Sidewall Sheet
Chapter 2: General Overview Guidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall Sheet Use the following as a general guideline the proper decal sheet placement. NOTE: Refer to the stiffener to sidewall attachment detail and specific gauge sheet for the bin. The decal sheets are located in the first ring from the top.
Page 22 NOTES PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 23: Chapter 3 Foundations
Foundations Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Foundation Recommendations ▪ Selecting the Proper Site Location ▪ Scribe the Diameter ▪ Foundation Forms ▪ Preparing the Foundation Forms ▪ Placing the Reinforcement ▪ Anchor Bolt Detail ▪ Anchor Bolt Charts ▪ Placement of the Vane Axial Fan Foundation ▪...
Page 24: Scribe The Diameter
Chapter 3: Foundations Scribe the Diameter 1. Determine the center of the foundation site and drive a small 2 x 4 into the ground to mark the foundation line (F). Drive the stake (D) into the ground so that it is the same height as the finished foundation will be.
Page 25: Foundation Forms
Chapter 3: Foundations Foundation Forms Circular foundation forms are commonly used for stiffened farm bins. Figure 3-2 Circular form Footing trench Carpenter’s level Preparing the Foundation Forms 1. Having scribed the diameter of the foundation, proceed by digging the foundation’s footing, which consists of a large circular trench inside the foundation line.
Page 26: Placing The Reinforcement
Chapter 3: Foundations Placing the Reinforcement 1. Once the forms and trench have been prepared, begin placing the reinforcement rods and mesh in the foundation’s footing. Make sure the reinforcement rods are properly lapped by wiring. 2. Place at least 2 in. of compacted sand on the inside section of the foundation to provide a good base for the concrete and to protect against rodents.
Page 27: Anchor Bolt Charts
Chapter 3: Foundations Anchor Bolt Charts Prior to setting any anchor bolts, you must be sure to have the correct anchor bolt placement. Accuracy is very critical for stiffener alignment during bin erection. NOTE: Refer to the proper chart to find the anchor chord dimensions that correspond to the bin that is being built.
Page 28 Chapter 3: Foundations Figure 3-5 Anchor bolt chords for 21 diameter 2–post bin (4 in. corrugation) Radius Location of Bolt (B) Anchor Bolt Quantity 10 ft – 8-15/16 in 3.275 m Chord (A) Length 4 ft – 9-3/8 in 1.457 m 9 ft –...
Page 29 Chapter 3: Foundations Figure 3-6 Anchor bolt chords for 24 ft. diameter 2–post bin (4 in. corrugation) Radius Location of Bolt (B) Anchor Bolt Quantity 12 ft – 2-7/8 in 3.731 m Chord (A) Length 4 ft – 9-5/16 in 1.456 m 9 ft –...
Page 30 Chapter 3: Foundations Figure 3-7 Anchor bolt chords for 27 ft. diameter 2–post bin (4 in. corrugation) Radius Location of Bolt (B) Anchor Bolt Quantity 13 ft – 8-3/4 in 4.185 m Chord (A) Length 4 ft – 9-3/16 in 1.453 m 9 ft –...
Page 31: Placement Of The Vane Axial Fan Foundation
Chapter 3: Foundations Placement of the Vane Axial Fan Foundation If a fan or fan and heater combination is to be installed, determine the concrete foundation size. 1. The top of the fan foundation (B) should be level with the top of the bin’s foundation. 2.
Page 32: Placement Of The Centrifugal Fan Foundation
Chapter 3: Foundations Placement of the Centrifugal Fan Foundation 1. A correct fan foundation (B) should be poured 2 in. below the top of bin foundation for all centrifugal fans. 2. A foundation for heaters is not required, but is recommended. 3.
Page 33 Chapter 3: Foundations Table 3-2 Specifications for centrifugal fan foundation Distance between fan Distance between fan foundation and bin wall foundation and bin wall E (in.) F (in.) G (in.) Transition (A) for fans without (A) for fans with heaters (in.) heaters (in.) TR-4734 —...
Page 34: Floating Monolithic Foundations For Bins (With Up To 5 Rings)
Chapter 3: Foundations Floating Monolithic Foundations for Bins (with up to 5 Rings) The foundation design is based on a minimum allowable soil bearing capacity 3000 PSF. Bearing capacity of the soil should be determined by geotechnical investigation and be of uniform bearing capacity. 1.
Page 35: Frost Free Foundation Recommendations
Chapter 3: Foundations Table 3-3 Specifications for 18 ft, 21 ft, 24 ft and 27 ft diameter bins Total Cu. Length #6 Optional #4 Outside Anchor Bolt No. of Sq.Ft Anchor Chord Yds. bar (ft) Grid (ft) Dia. Radius Radius Anchors Mesh Concrete...
Page 36 Chapter 3: Foundations NOTE: Make sure to contact the manufacturer’s engineering department for additional information for heights more than 6 in. NOTE: The optional #4 rebar grid can be substituted for the wire mesh in most cases. Place the #4 bars in the foundation at 18 in.
Page 37: Inverted "T" Foundation (3000 Psf Soil Bearing Capacity)
Chapter 3: Foundations Inverted “T” Foundation (3000 PSF Soil Bearing Capacity) 1. Determine bearing capacity of soils by using geotechnical investigations. Found all footings on soils of uniform bearing capacity. 2. All bins with a diameter of 60 ft or larger must use ASTM A615 grade 60 deformed bars for concrete reinforcement.
Page 38 Chapter 3: Foundations Table 3-9 Specifications for 21 ft diameter bin Ring P (center to #4 Bar #5 Bar Cu.Yds. center) (ft) (ft) Concrete 1 ft – 3 in 11 ft – 2 in 11 ft – 2 in 5 #4’s 2 #5’s #5 at 14 in.
Page 39: Chapter 4 Hardware Requirements
Hardware requirements Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings ▪ Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins 12 to 60 ft. in Diameter ▪ Bolt Torque Specifications ▪ Identifying Bolt Grades ▪ Bolt Identification ▪...
Page 40: Bolt Torque Specifications
Chapter 4: Hardware requirements Hardware for 2–Post Sidewall Sheets on 4 in. Corrugation Bins 12 to 60 ft. in Diameter Reference the chart for hardware requirements for 2–post sidewall sheet connections on bins 12 to 60 ft. in diameter. Table 4-1 Hardware for 2–post sidewall sheets on 4 in. corrugation bins 12-60 ft. in diameter Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Bolt Stiffener to Sidewall...
Page 41: Identifying Bolt Grades
CAUTION Grade 2 Bolts Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in GSI grain bins. Grade 5 Bolts Grade 5 bolts are designated by three slash marks on the head. All 5/16 inch diameter bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.
Page 42: Bolt Identification
Chapter 4: Hardware requirements Bolt Identification Use the following information to identify the bolts and where each must be used during installation. Bolt S-10260 An S–10260 is a 5/16 x 1 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-10260) is used in the following locations: •...
Page 43: Bolt S-7485
Chapter 4: Hardware requirements Bolt S-7485 An S–7485 is a 3/8 x 1 in. JS hex bolt with flanged head and without a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7485) is used in the following locations: • Use to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges. (A flange nut is used on the nut side of the connection.) •...
Page 44: Bolt S-10261
Chapter 4: Hardware requirements Bolt S-10261 An S-10261 is a 7/16 x 3-1/4 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-10261) is used in the following locations: • Use in wind ring splice and over pipe connections. •...
Page 45: Chapter 5 Gauge Sheet
Gauge Sheet Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (18 ft Diameter Bins) ▪ Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (21 ft Diameter Bins) ▪ Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (24 ft Diameter Bins) ▪ Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (27 ft Diameter Bins) PNEG-4224 18 Ft.
Page 46: Stiffener And Sidewall Gauge Sheet (18 Ft Diameter Bins)
Chapter 5: Gauge Sheet Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (18 ft Diameter Bins) Table 5-1 Up to 8 rings (18 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even Stiffener Gauges Sidewall Gauges Stiffener Gauges number of Rings number of Rings Table 5-2 9 rings (18 ft Dia) Bins with Odd number of Rings Stiffener Gauges...
Page 47: Stiffener And Sidewall Gauge Sheet (21 Ft Diameter Bins)
Chapter 5: Gauge Sheet Table 5-4 13 rings (18 ft Dia) Bins with Odd number of Rings Stiffener Gauges Sidewall Gauges Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (21 ft Diameter Bins) Table 5-5 Up to 8 rings (21 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even Stiffener Gauges Sidewall Gauges...
Page 48: Stiffener And Sidewall Gauge Sheet (24 Ft Diameter Bins)
Chapter 5: Gauge Sheet Table 5-7 9 rings (21 ft Dia) Table 5-8 13 rings (21 ft Dia) Bins with Bins with Stiffener Sidewall Stiffener Sidewall Odd number Odd number Gauges Gauges Gauges Gauges of Rings of Rings Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (24 ft Diameter Bins) Table 5-9 Up to 8 rings (24 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even...
Page 49 Chapter 5: Gauge Sheet Table 5-11 10 and 11 rings (24 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even Stiffener Gauges Sidewall Gauges Stiffener Gauges number of Rings number of Rings Table 5-12 12 and 13 rings (24 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even Stiffener Gauges...
Page 50: Stiffener And Sidewall Gauge Sheet (27 Ft Diameter Bins)
Chapter 5: Gauge Sheet Stiffener and Sidewall Gauge Sheet (27 ft Diameter Bins) Table 5-13 Up to 9 rings (27 ft Dia) Bins with Even Bins with Odd Stiffener Gauges Sidewall Gauges Stiffener Gauges number of Rings number of Rings Table 5-14 10 and 11 rings (27 ft Dia) Bins with Odd Bins with Even...
Page 51: Chapter 6 Assembling Sidewall Sheets
Assembling Sidewall Sheets Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets ▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification ▪ Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets ▪ Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets 1.
Page 52: Orientation Detail For Top Sidewall Sheets
Chapter 6: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets To avoid the misalignment of the holes, it is necessary to use the correct orientation of the sidewall sheet during installation. NOTE: Always assemble the top sidewall sheets with the orientation shown. Figure 6-1 2-Post top sidewall sheet orientation (Viewed from outside of the bin) Top of the top sidewall sheet Bottom of the top sidewall sheet...
Page 53: Caulking And Bolting Detail For Standard Sidewall Sheets
Chapter 6: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets To keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessary to apply caulk to each sheet prior to installing. NOTE: Always assemble the sidewall sheets with the overlap in the same direction. Figure 6-2 Standard sidewall sheets (Viewed from outside of the bin) Vertical strip of caulk 12 in.
Page 54 Chapter 6: Assembling Sidewall Sheets 1. Apply a strip of caulk (A) near the outside edge of the outer sheet and between the outer two rows of bolts, then apply a strip of caulk (A) 12 in. (30 cm) long along the horizontal seams, as shown in the figure below.
Page 55: Chapter 7 Farm Stiffeners
Farm Stiffeners Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Stiffener Starting Location ▪ Stiffener Part Number Description ▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification ▪ Top Stiffeners ▪ Standard Stiffeners ▪ Stiffeners Splice ▪ Base Boot ▪ Base Stiffeners ▪ One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) ▪...
Page 56: Stiffener Starting Location
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Stiffener Starting Location 1. All stiffeners should be installed on the exterior of the bin. 2. Install the top stiffener to the bin wall at a distance of 4 in. from the top hole in the bin wall. 3.
Page 57: Stiffener Part Number Description
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Stiffener Part Number Description The part numbers in the following tables use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material. Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification Use these charts to interpret the color code painted on the ends of the stiffeners. Table 7-1 Color codes for stiffener gauges Sidewall Gauge Color Code...
Page 58: Standard Stiffeners
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Standard Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ring stiffeners. Figure 7-3 Standard stiffeners Call Part Number Description Length Available Gauges FC-42062XX Two-ring transition 94.594 in. (240 cm) FC-42057XX Two-ring offset stiffener 94.594 in.
Page 59: Stiffeners Splice
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Stiffeners Splice Use the following information to determine the gauge of the splice needed to connect the stiffeners. Figure 7-4 Stiffener splice Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges FC-42076XX Stiffener splice 10.688 in. (27 cm) Base Boot Use the following information to determine the differences between the base boots.
Page 60: Base Stiffeners
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Base Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners. Figure 7-6 Images of the Base Stiffeners Call Part Number Description Length Available Gauges FC-42111XX Base stiffener 87.938 in. (223 cm) FC-42063XX Base stiffener 87.938 in.
Page 61: One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) To A One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga)
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a One-Ring Stiffener (12-16 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a one-ring top stiffener (FC-42066XX) to a one-ring stiffener. One-ring top stiffener (FC-42066XX) One-ring stiffener (FC-42059XX) (14–12 One-ring stiffener (FC-42074XX) (16 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.
Page 62: Two-Ring Stiffener (10 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (8 Ga)
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (10 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a two-ring stiffener. Two-ring stiffener (FC-42062XX) (10 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) 3/8 in.
Page 63: Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga)
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (5 - 8 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a base stiffener (FC-42111). A , B Two-ring stiffener (FC-42100XX) (5 ga) Two-ring stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) 3/8 x 1 in.
Page 64: Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (12 -14 Ga)
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (12 - 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (12 -14 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener to a base stiffener. Two-ring stiffener (FC-42057XX) (12–14 Two-ring stiffener (FC-42075XX) (16 ga) Base stiffener (FC-42057XX) 3/8 x 1 in.
Page 65: Transitional Stiffener (10 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (8 Ga)
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Transitional Stiffener (10 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (8 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a transitional stiffener to a base stiffener. Transitional stiffener (FC-42062XX) (10 Base stiffener (FC-42063XX) (8 ga) 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) 3/8 in.
Page 66: Base Stiffener (10-14 Ga) To A Base Boot (10 Ga)
Chapter 7: Farm Stiffeners Base Stiffener (10-14 Ga) to a Base Boot (10 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a base stiffener to a base boot (FC-42107). Base stiffener (FC-42062XX) (10 ga) Base stiffener (FC-42057XX) (12–14 ga) Base boot (FC-42107) 3/8 x 1 in.
Page 67: Chapter 8 Door Assembly
Door Assembly Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Door Placement (3 to 6 Ring Heights) ▪ Two Ring Door Installation Instructions ▪ Options for Two Ring Door - Bin Step ▪ Options for Two Ring Door – Inner Door Auger Hood ▪...
Page 68: Two Ring Door Installation Instructions
Chapter 8: Door Assembly Two Ring Door Installation Instructions Before You Begin Before starting to install, make sure the correct door has been received. 1. Remove the inner door panels (Q, R and S) and outer door cover (A) from the door assembly. 2.
Page 69 Chapter 8: Door Assembly NOTE: Use WD-6241 for 18 ft. and 27 ft. diameter bins with all ring heights. Figure 8-2 Standard Two ring door PNEG-4224 18 Ft. – 27 Ft. Diameter 40-Series Bins...
Page 70 Chapter 8: Door Assembly Callout Part Number Description Quantity WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-6283 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-6066 Outer Cover Hinge Base WD-6055 Bottom Inner Door Hinge WD-6056 Middle Inner Door Hinge WD-6054 Top Inner Door Hinge S-4380...
Page 71 Chapter 8: Door Assembly Two-Ring Door Latch Assembly 1. Install outer door latch assembly (WD-6289) to the door frame lining up to the door latch mount (L) with the 6 bolt from the top and door latch mount (K) with the 6 bolt from the bottom.
Page 72: Options For Two Ring Door - Bin Step
Chapter 8: Door Assembly Options for Two Ring Door - Bin Step 1. Attach the left and right sides (B and C) to the sides of the bin door step (D) using 5/16 x 1 in. hex head bolts (E) and 5/16 in. nuts (G). 2.
Page 73: Options For Two Ring Door - Inner Door Auger Hood
Chapter 8: Door Assembly Options for Two Ring Door – Inner Door Auger Hood Use for 18 ft to 24 ft diameter bins only. 1. Remove bolts, lock washers and nuts along each side of large square opening on the inner door panel (B).
Page 74: Unloading From A Bin Door
Chapter 8: Door Assembly Unloading from a Bin Door Use for 18 ft to 24 ft diameter bins only. Improperly unloading grain through door opening may cause grain bin failure. CAUTION 1. Unloading from the door opening should be done only with the use of an auger hood and having the auger inserted through the opening all the way to the center of the grain bin.
Page 75: Chapter 9 Roof Assembly
Roof Assembly Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Roof Assembly Instructions ▪ Assembling Center Collar ▪ Roof Flashing ▪ Roof Panel Instructions ▪ Installing the Manway Cover ▪ Roof Ring Locations ▪ Installing a Roof Ring Roof Assembly Instructions IMPORTANT: Maximum weight to be supported and/or suspended from the roof is to be 6000 pounds for 18' through 27' bins (non-trussed) only.
Page 76 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly The following dimensions are approximate distances used in bin roof construction. Adjusting the center support height will ease roof erection. Figure 9-1 Center support Bin height Center support pole Bin diameter Bin diameter (ft) Height using one ring of 4 in. corrugated sidewall (A) 8 ft –...
Page 77: Assembling Center Collar
Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Assembling Center Collar The standard roof with a dome cap lid will have a center collar assembled from three pieces. The dome cap will mount onto it as well as the flashing. The dome cap is standard on all 18 ft to 27 ft 4.00 in. corrugated 40-series bins.
Page 78: Roof Flashing
Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Roof Flashing The roof flashing will seal the area between the center collar and the roof panels. The flashing pieces are assembled to the center collar before attaching the roof panels to the flashing. 1. Prior to the assembly of the roof and center collar, position the flashing (C) to ensure the cap hold- down is in line with the roof ladder.
Page 79: Roof Panel Instructions
Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions 1. For better results in erecting the roof, install one roof panel (B) in three places. 2. After these three panels (B) are in place, the peak assembly should be centered. 3. Install intermediate panels making sure to lap them in the same way until all panels are in place. Make sure the bolts are tightened loosely.
Page 80 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly NOTE: Make sure to install the roof steps (J) when assembling roof panels. When assembling the roof steps (J), use 5/16 in. x 1 in. bolts with a flat top washer on top of the slot and an extra neoprene washer (L) between the roof and the roof step (J).
Page 81 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Figure 9-6 Roof panel assembly (For 27 ft diameter bins) Center collar (CRP-4608) Roof step Roof panel Intermediate eave angle (CTR-1183) Roof flashing Steel backed neoprene washer (S-1463) 5/16 in. x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer Used with standard roofs (S-10260) 5/16 in.
Page 82 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly 7. To assemble slide rods (T) and peak cap (P), insert the straight end of the slide rod through the center collar (A) and thread one 5/16 in. nut all the way down on the rod. Place the rod through the cap and put a washer (V) and nut (U) on the outside.
Page 83 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly 9. After tightening, it may be necessary to spread the rods slightly to make them parallel. Maintain 10 in. gap between the rods. 10.After all the roof panels (B) have been attached to the roof flashing (C), place the roof panel seal clip (W) between the bottom of the flashing and the top of the roof ribs.
Page 84: Installing The Manway Cover
Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Installing the Manway Cover Installation of a manway cover is necessary if a manway hole is present. Round manway cover details for bins 1. Apply caulking to the underside of the moisture diverter (N), and install to the manway roof panel (L).
Page 85 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Figure 9-9 Manway cover Hinge base (ACD-4506) 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) Hinge leaf (ACD-4505) Latch (ACD-4514) 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing #10–24 lock nut (S-2010) washer (S-10260) 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer #10–24 x 5/8 in.
Page 86: Roof Ring Locations
Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Roof Ring Locations Two support rings are standard for 18 ft to 27 ft diameter bins. IMPORTANT: Maximum weight to be supported and/or suspended from the roof is to be 6000 pounds only. To determine the location of the support rings, start at the wide or eave of the roof panel and count each hole.
Page 87: Installing A Roof Ring
Chapter 9: Roof Assembly Installing a Roof Ring Quantity and part numbers of roof ring kits vary with the location placement and with the size of each bin. The following procedure will be similar for each kit. What You Should Know The roof ring and threaded stud may become dislocated from each other during high winds or when the inside pressure of the bin is too great.
Page 88 Chapter 9: Roof Assembly 5. Locate a threaded stud (F) and install stud nuts (G) evenly and to the center of the threaded stud (F). 6. Install the threaded stud (F) with stud nuts (G) to the end of the roof ring section (B). NOTE: Install the threaded stud (F) to the side where the next roof ring section (B) will be installed.
Page 89: Chapter 10 Accessories
Accessories Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Ladder Section Assembly ▪ Inside Ladder Placement ▪ Installing the Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket ▪ Guidelines for Installing a Sidedraw System ▪ Locating the Chutes ▪ Locating Discharge Opening ▪ Sidewall Overlap ▪ Caulking ▪...
Page 90: Ladder Section Assembly
Chapter 10: Accessories Ladder Section Assembly The inside ladder package consists of the ladder, starter brackets, standoff brackets, reinforcement straps, and ending bracket. The ladder should to be assembled before installing it to the bin structure. What You Should Know When assembling ladder sections, ensure all slip resistant ladder rungs are oriented in the same direction.
Page 91: Inside Ladder Placement
Chapter 10: Accessories Inside Ladder Placement The inside ladder provides manway access from the inside of the bin. What You Should Know Begin by temporarily positioning the ladder (B) directly under the manway roof panel (A) for the correct placement location. Mark or scribe this location where each side of the ladder’s vertical channels meet the sidewall.
Page 92 Chapter 10: Accessories 5. Working down from the starter brackets (C and K), and in alignment, install a ladder standoff bracket (H) at every horizontal seam or 32 in. from the previous installed bracket. Install a flange bolt (D) and a 5/16 in. flange nut (G), securing each ladder standoff bracket (H) to the sidewall. NOTE: Installing a plumb line to the starter bracket will help keep each bracket aligned evenly.
Page 93 Chapter 10: Accessories Figure 10-3 Installing the ladder brackets 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer Ladder assembly (S-10260) Starter bracket (RH LDR-4347) Starter bracket (LH LDR-4346) See sidewall hardware chart. 3/8 in. field drilled hole location 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer Approximately 18-3/4 in.
Page 94: Installing The Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket
Chapter 10: Accessories Installing the Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket The ladder bottom bracket keeps the lower portion of the ladder secure. What You Should Know The lower portion of the ladder may need to be cut to fit properly. Field drilling will be required to complete installation.
Page 95: Guidelines For Installing A Sidedraw System
90 degrees apart. Installation of multiple systems requires approval of GSI. • 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.
Page 96 Chapter 10: Accessories Figure 10-5 Sidedraw installation Stiffeners 15 in. Sidewall sheet 12-3/4 in. 14 in. 17 ft. - 2 in. 44 in. typical horizontal seam from base Starting dimension for first chute bolt hole in top chute Required spacing between chute bolt holes (8 in.) PNEG-4224 18 Ft.
Page 97: Locating The Chutes
Chapter 10: Accessories Locating the Chutes Use the following procedures to locate the starting position of the first chutes. 1. Starting from the first row of holes in the top sheet, measure down the “starting distance” for the bin. 2. Keep adding the required number of chutes, making sure to leave 8 in. between the chute bolt holes.
Page 98: Locating Discharge Opening
Chapter 10: Accessories Locating Discharge Opening 1. The last bolt hole in the chute should line up with the center of the discharge chute opening that is to be cut. Therefore, you should be able to approximate an opening by measuring 9-1/2 in. above and below the last bolt hole of the chute.
Page 99: Sidewall Overlap
Chapter 10: Accessories Sidewall Overlap For proper watershed, make sure that the upper side sheet overlaps on top of the sidedraw weldment. Figure 10-8 Sidewall overlap ring side sheet (must be field cut) 14 in. 45 degrees ring from base ring from base Chute Top of 5...
Page 100: Caulking
Chapter 10: Accessories Caulking 1. To seal the sidedraw weldment to the sidewall sheets, use two beads of caulking, one bead of caulk on each side of the outside row of vertical bolts. 2. Use discharge tube weldment as a template to field drill the bolt holes through sidewall sheet. 3.
Page 101: Installing The Wind Rings
Chapter 10: Accessories Installing the Wind Rings What You Should Know Before installing, determine the bin size, sidewall gauge thickness, and height. Use the hardware chart to match the correct bolt length with the correct sidewall gauge thickness when installing the wind ring brackets to the stiffeners.
Page 102: Temperature Cable Support Package Instructions For Eave Heights Of 40 Ft. - 5 In. (12.32 M) Or Less (Optional)
Chapter 10: Accessories Temperature Cable Support Package Instructions for Eave Heights of 40 ft. - 5 in. (12.32 m) or Less (Optional) For 27 ft diameter bins 1. For 27 ft. (8.23 m) diameter bins, the temperature cable support package shall span one roof panel. 2.
Page 103 Chapter 10: Accessories Figure 10-11 Roof truss details Left temperature cable support angle Roof panel (CRP-5787) Right temperature cable support angle 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7485) (CRP-5786) 3/8 in. flat washer (S-248) Cable attachment bracket Support channel (CRP-5419) 3/8 in.
Page 104: (12.32 M) (Optional)
Chapter 10: Accessories Temperature Cable Support Package Instructions for Eave Heights Greater than 40 ft. - 5 in. (12.32 m) (Optional) For 27 ft. diameter bins 1. For 27 ft. (8.23 m) diameter two post bins, the temperature cable support package shall span three roof panels.
Page 105 Chapter 10: Accessories 7. The rafter packages will utilize the standard splice plate (PR-1874) but will have no purlins. 8. The upper rafter (D) section will be bolted into the center collar (G) using the clips. Figure 10-13 Upper rafter assembly Upper rafter Center collar Rafter attachment bracket...
Page 106 Chapter 10: Accessories Figure 10-14 Roof truss details 3/8 x 1 in. flange bolt (S-7487) Support channel (CRP-5285) Attachment bracket (CRP-5213) Roof rafter Left temperature cable support angle 3/8 in. flat washer (CRP-5787) Right temperature cable support angle 3/8 in. hex nut (S-456) (CRP-5786) 13.If it is desired to support the cable from the flange of the support channel (N), it will be necessary to reinforce the flange with a 12 in.
Page 107: Assembling Weather Cover For Roller Valve
Chapter 10: Accessories Assembling Weather Cover for Roller Valve The following instructions are for assembling the weather cover for the roller valve. 1. Install the weather cover kit after the gate has been installed. 2. Use bead caulking at all seams where the weather cover attaches to the gate. 3.
Page 108: Transition Assembly
Chapter 10: Accessories Transition Assembly Read all instructions prior to transition assembly. What You Should Know DO NOT CUT STIFFENER. DANGER If stiffeners do not fit as they should, call the engineering department. Cutting stiffeners to fit will cause structural damage and possible bin failure. The stiffener must continue through the transition to the foundation.
Page 109 Chapter 10: Accessories Figure 10-16 Placing stiffener through the transition housing Bin sidewall sheet Stiffener Cover plate (caulk around plate) Transition housing Transition face collar 9. Place washer and nut on anchor bolt and tighten. NOTE: If optional transition seal kit is not available, then make a plate to seal around the stiffener at the top and bottom of the housing to minimize air loss.
Page 110: Seal Kit (Optional)
Chapter 10: Accessories Seal Kit (Optional) 1. The air deflector included in seal kit may be installed over stiffener at customer’s request. 2. Caulk stiffener/transition cover plates on one side of cover plate along the three straight edges. 3. Place stiffener/transition cover plate on top of transition housing and use the self-drilling screws to fasten cover plate to transition.
Page 111: Gsi Group, Llc Limited Warranty
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...
Page 112 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.com GSI is a worldwide brand of AGCO Corporation. Copyright © 2018 by The GSI Group, LLC Printed in the USA CN #329652...

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Chapter 1 Safety Precautions

Chapter 2 General Overview

Chapter 3 Foundations

Chapter 4 Hardware Requirements

Chapter 5 Gauge Sheet

Chapter 6 Assembling Sidewall Sheets

Chapter 7 Farm Stiffeners

Chapter 8 Door Assembly

Chapter 9 Roof Assembly

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