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Series 500 Greenhouse Kit w/Blackout System,
Ventilation & Evaporative Cooling
RED - Main Frame
©2017 GrowSpan
All Rights Reserved. Reproduction
GB30PVRED
is prohibited without permission.
30' Wide Series 500 Greenhouse Framing Kit:
All Standard Lengths.
Revision date: 03.08.17
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  • Page 1 Series 500 Greenhouse Kit w/Blackout System, Ventilation & Evaporative Cooling RED - Main Frame ©2017 GrowSpan All Rights Reserved. Reproduction GB30PVRED is prohibited without permission. 30' Wide Series 500 Greenhouse Framing Kit: All Standard Lengths. Revision date: 03.08.17...

  • Page 2: Color Coding

    Color Coding READ THIS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Purchased greenhouse and all accessories & systems require a specific installation sequence. All components have been separated into different categories based on common grouping and/or the chronology of installation. Each category has been color coded. All parts within any given color category will be labeled accordingly, and each color category will have its own respective instruction manual.

  • Page 3: Main Frame

    Color Coding Main Frame Installation Chronology MUST READ: All components that are color coded RED represent the main frame of the greenhouse. These components MUST be installed completely before any other color-coded component is installed. Gather all components that have been color coded with a RED label or paint splotch, and continue on the next page with the main frame installation.
  • Page 4 WIND AND SNOW LOAD • NEVER hang items from the system components! Many GrowSpan™shelters and greenhouses can be designed to meet wind and snow loading in your area. SETTING THE GROUND POSTS/BASE PLATES Please consult with your account manager if needed for additional information.

  • Page 5: Required Tools

    Important Information REQUIRED TOOLS ANCHORING THE BUILDING The following list identifies the main tools needed to The anchoring methods shown in this manual for assemble the greenhouse kit. Additional tools and buildings with base plates or buildings with ground supports may be needed depending on the structure, posts are temporary in nature.

  • Page 6: Parts Identification

    Parts Identification The following graphics will help identify the basic parts of the frame. (Some parts are not shown.) 100441 FA4482B Magnetic Nut Setter Tek Screw 106735 103856 AS2167 Anchor 115249 115250 Square Band Band Clamp Shackle End Rafter Mid Rafter Clamp (Base Plates (Base Plates...
  • Page 7 Overview GrowSpan ™ Series 500 Greenhouse Frame Drawing may show a model of a different length. Refer to Technical Documents located near the back of this guide OVERVIEW for on-center measurements and post layout. This section describes assembling your building frame.
  • Page 8 Prepare and Square the Building Site PREPARE THE BUILDING SITE SQUARE THE SITE: GENERAL STEPS A level site is required to accurately and safely construct 1. Identify a corner where a building rafter will be the building. Consult the services of a qualified contractor positioned, drive in a stake, and string a line the exact to properly grade and prepare the site.
  • Page 9 Set Ground Posts MARK THE SITE AND DIG POST HOLES These steps describe marking all post hole locations and digging the holes. For some sites, it may not be possible to complete the procedure in this manner. An alternative procedure such as working from one end of the building toward the other may be necessary.
  • Page 10 Set Ground Posts SET GROUND POSTS Stake Ground Posts for Concrete Required parts and equipment: Rafter mounting holes point towards ends. • Ground Posts (113334) and 103856 Band Clamps Set all posts at the same • Equipment to level and brace posts height.
  • Page 11 Set the Ground Posts Ground Level Ground Post 2’ Deep Concrete In areas where frost is common, dig each post hole so it falls below the frost line. Minimum hole depth for all areas regardless of frost is 24". Minimum hole diameter Optional: Before setting the is 12".

  • Page 12: Base Plate Installation

    Base Plate Installation SETTING THE BASE PLATES For buildings equipped with base plates, secure the plates to either a concrete foundation or concrete piers prior to attaching the rafter legs and assembling the frame. Customer is responsible for construction of the necessary concrete foundation or concrete piers.

  • Page 13: Rafter Assembly

    Rafter Assembly RAFTER ASSEMBLY After setting the ground posts/base plates, continue with the rafter assembly. Do not set assembled rafters into position on the ground posts until concrete has set (if applicable). Check with contractor for set times. NOTE: All rafter assemblies consist of three main rafter sections. Consult the rafter diagrams in the technical documents at the end of these instructions before and during the rafter assembly process for details.
  • Page 14 Rafter Assembly–Support Chords RAFTER ASSEMBLY— Support Chords Support chord assemblies act as the horizontal surface to which black-out panels are attached, and against which the black-out panels seal. Additionally, support chord assemblies provide the structural support to support the weight of the black-out system components.
  • Page 15 Rafter Assembly–Support Chords BAND CLAMP (103856) BAND CLAMP (103856) DETAIL (1X) 5/16" X 1-1/2" CARRIAGE BOLT (1X) 5/16" NUT BAND CLAMP (103856) BAND CLAMP (103856) (1X) #14 X 1" TEK SCREW CROSS BEAM DETAIL DETAIL ST08475D13G17S1 ST08475D13G17S1 ST05050D13G17S1 ST05050D13G17S1 BAND CLAMP (106735) BAND CLAMP (106735) BAND CLAMP (106735) DETAIL...

  • Page 16: Frame Assembly

    Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY Use the diagrams and information that follows to assemble the main frame. ATTENTION: Rafters are heavy. Always lift rafter from two separate points to prevent damage and injury. Examine the site to determine the best way to move the rafters into position and to set them onto the ends of each set of ground posts.
  • Page 17 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) Use this diagram to properly position the purlins during the frame assembly. Side purlins will run just above the chord tubes of the rafter chord support components. Center the ridge purlin on top of the rafters. Secure using the QH1070 and FA4482 Tek screws.
  • Page 18 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) After setting the first end rafter and bracing it in place, set the second rafter and add the purlins and purlin clamps. Consult the techincal diagrams for connection details. Purlin Pipe After the first few rafters are set and connected by purlins, remove the end rafter bracing and continue with the frame assembly.
  • Page 19 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) End Rafter FA4482B Tek Screw QH1070 Pipe Strap Purlin FA4482B Tek Screw FA4482B Tek Screw Photo shows the installation of the side purlin and pipe Secure each QH1070 pipe strap to the purlin pipe strap at the end rafter. See Connection Details in Quick using one Tek screw.
  • Page 20 Frame Assembly FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) Customer-supplied rafter-spacing jig. Revision date: 03.08.17...
  • Page 21 Frame Assembly Frame length may differ from diagrams shown. FRAME ASSEMBLY (continued) Frame with Ground Post Option (No Rafter Support Components) CABLE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION IS SHOWN IN A LATER PROCEDURE. Frame with Ground Post and Rafter Support Components Frame with Base Plates Option (No Rafter Support Components) NOTE: Some frames may also include support components on end rafters.
  • Page 22 Baseboard Installation—Recommended BASEBOARD INSTALLATION—RECOMMENDED Gather the parts: • 2" x 8" treated lumber (supplied by customer). Baseboard • 5/16" carriage bolts and nuts supplied by customer. Length depends on the thickness of the baseboard. A customer-supplied baseboard is recommended for greenhouse film termination.
  • Page 23 Diagonal Cable Installation Using the diagrams and photos, install diagonal cables at each end bay of the frame. Position turnbuckle either at the top end of the cable assembly, or at the bottom end (for easier adjustment) as shown in the photos on the next page. Secure each band clamp to the rafter using a Tek screw.
  • Page 24 Diagonal Cable Installation CABLE ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION (continued) 4. For end bay sidewall cables, secure the upper band clamp 3"- 4" below the clamp of the lower purlin run. (See A below.) Steps 4 & 5 Purlin Clamp 3"- 4" PGBRKAATS01 bracket attached to band clamp.
  • Page 25 Diagonal Cable Installation In addition to the end bay sidewall diagonal cables, this frame includes mid bay roof diagonal cable assemblies. Consult the technical documents near the back of this guide for all connection details. See Cable Assembly table on Page 23 for cable part number.
  • Page 26 Install Mid-Rafter Vertical Headers Mid-Rafter Vertical Headers are fixed sections runs of 2"x2" tubing installed just inside the rafter legs at every mid-rafter with a support chord assembly, or every 12'. Intermediate monofilament clips, panel fixation & sealing components, and drive components are all attached to the mid-rafter headers--horizontal and vertical. ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL MID-RAFTER VERTICAL HEADERS Install provided vertical header tubing as shown as every rafter with a support chord assembly.

  • Page 27: Frame Check

    • For replacement or missing parts, call 1-800-245-9881 for assistance. NOTE: With the exception of Truss Arch buildings, GrowSpan™ shelters and buildings do not have any tested loading criteria unless otherwise specified. Revision date: 03.08.17...

  • Page 28: Additional Notes

    Additional Notes Space below is reserved for customer notes. Revision date: 03.08.17...

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