Page 1 105 Ft. Diameter Bin – Delta Models: 40-SERIES 2.66 IN. CORRUGATION BINS 150000 LB. PEAK LOAD ROOF Construction Manual PNEG-4105D Version 1.0 Date: 10-29-20 PNEG-4105D...
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-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ........................7 Safety Guidelines for Bins ......................8 Cautionary Symbol Definitions......................9 Safety Cautions.........................10 Safety Decals ...........................15 Safety Sign-off Sheet.........................17 Chapter 2 General Overview ........................19 General Information........................19 Anchor Bolt Charts ........................19 Tools Required for Construction....................21 Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction........21 Overview for a Typical Bin Installation ..................22 Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage............23 Guidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall Sheet..............24...
Page 4 Chapter 5 Base Angle Installation ......................53 Installing the Base Angle......................53 Anchor Bolt Detail ........................55 Installing the Base Angle Shims ....................56 Anchor Bolt Washer Installation ....................57 Chapter 6 Stiffeners..........................59 Stiffener Part Number Description ....................61 Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification ................61 Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall (10 Gauge Laminated and Thicker Only) ....62 Standard Stiffeners........................63 Top Stiffeners..........................64...
Page 5 Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Base Boot ........84 Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (6 Ga) to a Base Boot..........84 Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (8 Ga) to a Base Boot..........85 Close-Punch Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) with Insert (10 – 12 Ga) to a Base Boot ....85 Close-Punch Standard Stiffener to a 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener with Insert......86 12–Bolt Pattern Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners with Insert ............86 Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to...
Page 6 Installing the Roof Exhauster Assembly ..................170 Installing the Manway Cover ....................172 Ladder Section Assembly ......................174 Inside Ladder Placement ......................175 Installing Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket ..................178 Guidelines for Installing the Sidedraw System ................179 Installing the Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Three Post Stiffener) ............182 Installing the Sidedraw Discharge Chute ...................
Page 7: 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-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 8: 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 9: 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 10: 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 11 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 12 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 13 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 14 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 15: 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 16 Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Description Location Decal No. Decal Warning Keep Clear of On bin door DC-GBC-1A Augers covers On bin door Warning Unload Instructions DC-GBC-2A covers PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 17: 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 18 NOTES PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 19: 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 20 Chapter 2: General Overview Figure 2-1 Anchor bolt chords for 105 ft. delta diameter 3-post bin Bolt Radius (B) Anchor Quantity ft and in 52 –7-1/2 16.040 Table 2-1 Anchor chord length table Table 2-2 Anchor chord table (cont'd.) Length Length Chord Chord...
Page 21: Tools Required For Construction
Chapter 2: General Overview Tools Required for Construction General tools needed to perform this construction: • Combination wrench set 7/16 in. to 1 in. • Alignment punches 12 in. long • 1/2 in. Drive socket set and ratchet • Nail aprons or tool pouches to hold supplies •...
Page 22: Overview For A Typical Bin Installation
Chapter 2: General Overview Overview for a Typical Bin Installation These are the typical steps one would perform when constructing a grain bin. Procedures may vary depending on the different site requirements. Pre-Assembly Activities • Sorting and grouping parts. • Assemble A-frames. •...
Page 23: 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. NOTE: For 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors, special placement issues may apply. Consult the special instructions provided with two ring doors or vehicle traffic doors for these options.
Page 24: 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 for the proper placement of the decal sheet. NOTE: Refer to the stiffener to sidewall attachment detail and specific gauge sheet for the bin. The decal sheets are located in the third ring from the top.
Page 25 Chapter 2: General Overview Figure 2-3 Sample Gauge Sheet for a 3-Post 105 Diameter Bin PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 26 NOTES PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 27: Chapter 3 Hardware Requirements
Hardware Requirements Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings ▪ Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets on 105 ft. Diameter Bins (All Ring Heights) ▪ Bolt Torque Specifications ▪ Identifying Bolt Grades ▪ Color Chart for Bin Hardware Buckets ▪...
Page 28: Hardware For 3-Post Sidewall Sheets On 105 Ft. Diameter Bins (All Ring Heights)
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets on 105 ft. Diameter Bins (All Ring Heights) Refer the below chart for the hardware requirements of 3-post sidewall sheet connections on 105 ft. diameter bins for all ring heights. Table 3-1 Hardware for 3-post sidewall sheets on 105 ft. diameter bins (All ring heights) Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Bolt Stiffener to Sidewall...
Page 29: Bolt Torque Specifications
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 and are not used in GSI grain bins.
Page 30: Color Chart For Bin Hardware Buckets
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Color Chart for Bin Hardware Buckets For ease of identification, hardware is separated and identified by buckets with color codes. Use the following chart to help identify the correct hardware. Hard- Lid/ ware Description JS Part # YDP Part # Color Label Qty./...
Page 31: Bolt Identification
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt Identification Use the following information to identify the bolts and where each must be used during installation. Bolt S-10746 An S-10746 is a 3/4 x 2-1/2 in. HHHSB hex bolt with a hex nut. Bolt (S-10746) is used in the following locations: •...
Page 32: Bolt S-7485
Chapter 3: 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 33: Bolt S-7488
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7488 An S-7488 is a 3/8 x 1-1/2 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7488) is used in the following locations: • Use in all stiffener to sidewall and overlap connections where the sidewall is 9 gauge to 10 gauge laminated.
Page 34: Bolt S-10252
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-10252 An S-10252 is a 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. YDP flange bolt. Bolt (S-10252) is used in the following locations: • Use in bins 72 to 156 ft in diameter. • Use in tension plate to eave bracket connection. •...
Page 35: Bolt S-10328
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-10328 An S-10328 is a 7/16 x 2 in. JS bolt that is with a pre-assembled sealing washer. Bolt (S-10328) is used in the following locations: • Use in horizontal seams of laminated sidewall sheets that are six gauge and have a figurate pattern.
Page 36: Bolt S-10803
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-10803 An S-10803 is a 7/16 x 2-1/4 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-10803) is used in the following locations: • Use in vertical seams of triple laminated sidewall sheets that are 5 gauge to 9 gauge and have a six stagger pattern.
Page 37: Bolt S-10805
Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-10805 An S-10805 is a 3/8 x 3 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-10805) is used in the following locations: • Use in overlap seams of both double and triple laminated sidewall sheets that are 5 gauge to 9 gauge and have a six stagger pattern.
Page 38 NOTES PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 39: Chapter 4 Assembling The Sidewall Sheets
Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification ▪ Orientation Detail for Sidewall Sheets (Top Ring Only) ▪ Orientation Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets ▪ Orientation Detail for Staggered Sidewall Sheets ▪ References for Sidewall Sheets and Caulkings ▪...
Page 40: Orientation Detail For Sidewall Sheets (Top Ring Only)
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Orientation Detail for Sidewall Sheets (Top Ring Only) To avoid the misalignment of the holes, it is necessary to use the correct orientation of the top ring sidewall sheet during installation. Figure 4-1 Orientation detail for sidewall sheets (top ring only) Orientation Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets To avoid the misalignment of the holes, it is necessary to use the correct orientation of the sidewall sheet during installation.
Page 41: Orientation Detail For Staggered Sidewall Sheets
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Orientation Detail for Staggered Sidewall Sheets To avoid the misalignment of the holes, it is necessary to use the correct orientation of the sidewall sheet during installation. Figure 4-3 Orientation detail for staggered sidewall sheets PNEG-4105D 105 Ft.
Page 42: References For Sidewall Sheets And Caulkings
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets References for Sidewall Sheets and Caulkings To avoid the misinterpretation of callouts during installation, follow the references for sidewall sheets and caulkings used in this section as below. Table 4-3 For Non-Laminated Sheets Callout Description Part Number Reference...
Page 43: Caulking Instructions For Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Caulking Instructions for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets To keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, apply caulk to each sidewall sheet prior to installation. To identify the rings that receive this caulking, refer to the Table 4-5, page 1.
Page 44 Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets 2. Before bolting the next ring into place, apply one 10 in. (25.4 cm) long strip of caulk (C) on the front of the under-lapped sheet at each joint. 3. Also, place a 10 in. (25.4 cm) long strip of caulk (C) along the lower horizontal edge of the lapping sheet (A) at every vertical seam.
Page 45: Caulking Instructions For Standard Laminated Sidewall Sheets
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Caulking Instructions for Standard Laminated Sidewall Sheets To help keep the moisture out between the laminated sidewall sheets, it is necessary to apply caulking over each set of stiffener holes and at the ends of laminated sidewall sheet. To identify the rings that receive this caulking, refer to the Table 4-5, page 1.
Page 46 Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets 4. When assembling two assembled laminated sheets to each other, apply a strip of caulk (B) near the outside edge of the outer sheet, between the outer two rows of bolts and outside the last row of bolts.
Page 47 Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets 8. Each sidewall sheet must be layered and caulked prior to assembling sidewall sheet seams together. Figure 4-8 Double laminated sidewall sheet assembly for the standard sidewall sheets 12 in. (30.4 cm) horizontal strip of caulk Laminated sidewall 1/8 x 1-1/4 in.
Page 48: Outer Sheet Caulking Instructions For Laced Lamination
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Outer Sheet Caulking Instructions for Laced Lamination To help keep the moisture out between the laminated sidewall sheets, it is necessary to apply caulking over each set of stiffener holes and at the ends of the laminated outer sidewall sheet. To identify the rings that receive this caulking, refer to the Table 4-5, page 42 1.
Page 49: Lacing Overview Of Double Laminated Sidewall Sheets
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Lacing Overview of Double Laminated Sidewall Sheets To identify the rings that receive this caulking, refer to the Table 4-5, page Figure 4-10 Lacing overview of double laminated sidewall sheets PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 50: Caulking And Assembling The Double Laminated Sheets
Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets Caulking and Assembling the Double Laminated Sheets Each outer sidewall sheet (AO) must be layered and caulked prior to assembling sidewall sheet seams together. The inner sidewall sheets (AI) do not have any caulking. To identify the rings that receive this caulking, refer to the Table 4-5, page 42 1.
Page 51 Chapter 4: Assembling the Sidewall Sheets 5. Before bolting the next ring into place, apply a strip of caulk (C) along the horizontal edge of the overlapping sheet at every overlapping seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets.
Page 52 NOTES PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 53: Chapter 5 Base Angle Installation
Base Angle Installation Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Installing the Base Angle ▪ Anchor Bolt Detail ▪ Installing the Base Angle Shims ▪ Anchor Bolt Washer Installation Installing the Base Angle Installing the base angle ring will help reinforce and seal the final ring. What You Should Know The base angle overlap should be offset two holes from the stiffener when using B-7025.
Page 54 Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Figure 5-1 Base angle overlap with 2 hole offset from the stiffeners Final ring assembly 3/8 in. nut (S-9426) Base angle (B-7025) Base angle offset example 3/8 x 1-1/2 in. flange bolt with sealing washer (S-7488) Optional mastic sealer (or equivalent) Figure 5-2 Base angle overlap in line with the stiffeners Final ring assembly...
Page 55: Anchor Bolt Detail
Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Anchor Bolt Detail The following is the minimum requirement for anchoring a standard bin. • 3/4 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the minimum allowed, 1 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the minimum with sidedraw flume system. •...
Page 56: Installing The Base Angle Shims
Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Installing the Base Angle Shims A section of the base boot plate will rest on top of the base angle, therefore causing the base boot to rest unevenly on the foundation. To offset this, base angle shims are required to ensure the base boot sets evenly on the foundation.
Page 57: Anchor Bolt Washer Installation
Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Anchor Bolt Washer Installation Anchor bolt washers help to cover the oversized hole in the base plate. Before You Begin Anchor bolts are secured, and base plates installed. 1. Place a square plate washer (B) onto the anchor bolt (A). NOTE: A square plate washer (provided) must be installed between the base boot (C) and washer (D).
Page 58 NOTES PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 59: Chapter 6 Stiffeners
Stiffeners Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Stiffener Part Number Description ▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification ▪ Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall (10 Gauge Laminated and Thicker Only) ▪ Standard Stiffeners ▪ Top Stiffeners ▪ Stiffeners Splice ▪...
Page 60 Chapter 6: Stiffeners ▪ Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10 – 12 Ga) ▪ Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10 –...
Page 61: Stiffener Part Number Description
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Stiffener Part Number Description Part numbers are printed on the end of each stiffener with the last two numbers designating the gauge of the material. Example: CTS-216514 will be printed on a 14 gauge, standard two-ring stiffener. If the stiffener was 8 gauge, it would change the part number to CTS-216508.
Page 62: Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener To Sidewall (10 Gauge Laminated And Thicker Only)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Outside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall (10 Gauge Laminated and Thicker Only) Use the following information to attach the outside stiffened laminated stiffener to the sidewall. Place a sealing washer (D) between the stiffener and the sidewall sheet on the first stiffener to sidewall bolt down from the horizontal seam (laminated, 10 gauge and thicker only).
Page 63: Standard Stiffeners
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Standard Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ring stiffeners. Figure 6-2 Standard stiffeners Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges CTS-2165XX Two-ring stiffener 63.969 in. (162.5 cm) 8 – 14 CTS-2161XX Two-ring stiffener 63.969 in.
Page 64: Top Stiffeners
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Top Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of top stiffeners. Figure 6-3 Images of the top stiffeners Call Part Number Description Length Available Gauges CTS-2069XX Inside stiffener (for roof) 23.938 in. (61 cm) 2 –...
Page 65: Stiffeners Splice
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Stiffeners Splice Use the following information to determine the gauge of the stiffener splice needed to connect the stiffeners. Figure 6-4 Stiffener splice Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges CTS-2164XX Stiffener splice 9.906 in. (25.2 cm) 12, 14 (Close punch) CTS-2177XX...
Page 66: Base Stiffeners
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners. Figure 6-5 Images of the base stiffeners Description Length Available Gauges Call Out Part Number 72.110 in. (183 cm) CTS-2189XX Base stiffener 2 – 6 72.110 in.
Page 67: Base Boots
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Boots Use the following information to determine the differences between the base boots. Figure 6-6 Images of the base boots Part Number Description Height Call Out Base Plate Size CTS-2121XX Base boot weldment for 16 11.391 in. 6 x 9 x 3/8 in.
Page 68: Close-Punch Connection For A One-Ring Top Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga) And A Two-Ring Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a one-ring top stiffener (CTS- 2185XX) to a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2163XX). Figure 6-7 One-Ring Top Stiffener (15 –...
Page 69: Close-Punch Connection For A One-Ring Top Stiffener (10 - 14 Ga) And A Two-Ring Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a one-ring top stiffener (CTS- 2202XX) to a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2161XX). Figure 6-9 One-Ring Top Stiffener (10 –...
Page 70: Two-Ring Top Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga) Connection
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Top Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) Connection Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring top stiffener (CTS-2169XX) to a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2161XX). Figure 6-11 Two-Ring Top Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) Connection Two-ring top stiffener (CTS-2193XX) Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2161XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 71: Close-Punch Connection For A Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a two-ring top stiffener (CTS- 2182XX) to a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2163XX). Figure 6-13 Two-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) Close-Punch Connection Two-ring top stiffener (CTS-2182XX) Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2163XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 72: Two-Ring Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga) Connection
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) Connection Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2161XX) to a two-ring stiff- ener (CTS-2161XX). Figure 6-15 Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 –16 Ga) Connection Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2161XX) Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2161XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 73: Two-Ring Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) Connection
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) Connection Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) to a two-ring stiff- ener (CTS-2165XX). Figure 6-17 Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) Connection Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 74: Close-Punch Connection For A Two-Ring Stiffener (2 - 6 Ga) To A Two-Ring Stiffener
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) to a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX). Figure 6-19 Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) Close-Punch Connection Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) Splice (CTS-2177XX)
Page 75: Two-Ring Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) To A Close-Punch Base Stiffener (8 Ga) Connection
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Close-Punch Base Stiffener (8 Ga) Connection Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) to a close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2220XX). Figure 6-21 Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (8 Ga) Connection Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2220XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 76: Two-Ring Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) To A Close-Punch Base Stiffener (2 - 6 Ga) Connection
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Close-Punch Base Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) Connection Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) to a close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2219XX). Figure 6-23 Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) Connection Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2165XX) Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2219XX) Splice (CTS-2177XX)
Page 77: Close-Punch Connection For A Two-Ring Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (8 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (8 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2166XX) to a base stiff- ener (CTS-2220XX). Figure 6-25 Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Base Stiffener (8 Ga) Close-Punch Connection Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2166XX) Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2220XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 78: Close-Punch Connection For A Two-Ring Stiffener (2 - 6 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (2 - 6 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) Reference the following information when connecting a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) to a base stiff- ener (CTS-2219XX). Figure 6-27 Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Two-Ring Base Stiffener (6 Ga) Close-Punch Connection Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2219XX) Splice (CTS-2177XX)
Page 79: Two-Ring Stiffener (8 - 14 Ga) To A Base Stiffener (10 - 14 Ga) Connection
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) Connection Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2166XX) to a base stiffener (CTS-2188XX). Figure 6-29 Two-Ring Stiffener (8 – 14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) Close-Punch Connection Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2166XX) Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2188XX) Splice (CTS-2164XX)
Page 80: Close-Punch Connection For A Two-Ring Stiffener (15 - 16 Ga) To A Base Stiffener
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2163XX) to a base stiffener (CTS-2188XX). Figure 6-31 Two-Ring Stiffener (15 – 16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) Close-Punch Connection Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2163XX) Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2188XX)
Page 81: Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2 - 6 Ga) To A Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) With An Insert (10 - 12 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10 – 12 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection with a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) to a laminated stiffener (CTS-2229XX) and insert (CTS-2228XX). Figure 6-33 Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener to a Laminated Stiffener with an Insert Close-punch two-ring stiffener (CTS-2162XX) Close-punch laminated stiffener...
Page 82: Close-Punch Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) With An Insert (10 - 12 Ga) To A Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) With A Base Insert (10 - 12 Ga)
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10 – 12 Ga) to a Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) with a Base Insert (10 – 12 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2228XX and CTS-2229XX) to a laminated base stiffener and insert (CTS-2210XX and CTS-2211XX).
Page 83: Close-Punch Connection For A Base Stiffener (10 - 14 Ga) To A Base Boot
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) to a Base Boot Reference the following information for a close-punch connection for a base stiffener (CTS-2188XX) to a base boot (CTS-2121XX). Figure 6-37 Base Stiffener (10 – 14 Ga) to a Base Boot Close-Punch Connection Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2188XX) Close-punch base boot (CTS-2121XX) 3/8 x 1 Bolt (S-7485)
Page 84: Close-Punch Connection For A Base Stiffener (2 - 6 Ga) To A Base Boot
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Base Boot Reference the following information for a close-punch connection for a base stiffener (CTS-2189XX) to a base boot (CTS-2110XX). Figure 6-39 Base Stiffener (2 – 6 Ga) to a Base Boot Close-Punch Connection Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2189XX) Close-punch base Boot (CTS-2110XX) 3/8 x 1 Bolt (S-7485)
Page 85: Close-Punch Connection For A Base Stiffener (8 Ga) To A Base Boot
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (8 Ga) to a Base Boot Reference the following information for a close-punch connection for a base stiffener (CTS-2220XX) to a base boot (CTS-2131X). Figure 6-41 Base Stiffener (8 Ga) to a Base Boot Close-Punch Connection Close-punch base stiffener (CTS-2220XX) Close-punch base Boot (CTS-2131XX) 3/8 x 1 Bolt (S-7485)
Page 86: Close-Punch Standard Stiffener To A 12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener With Insert
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Standard Stiffener to a 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener with Insert Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a standard stiffener (CTS-2162) to a 12–bolt pattern laminated stiffener (CTS-2183XX) with insert (CTS-2184XX). Figure 6-43 Close-Punch Standard Stiffener to a 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener with Insert Close punch standard stiffener (CTS-2162XX) Close-punch laminated stiffener (CTS-2183XX) Close-punch insert (CTS-2184XX)
Page 87: Close-Punch 12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener To Laminated Base Stiffener With An Inserts To A Base Boot
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base Boot Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a 12–bolt pattern laminated stiffener (CTS-2183) to a laminated base stiffener (CTS-2196XX) with a inserts (CTS-2184XX and CTS-2196XX) to a base boot (CTS-2131XX).
Page 88: Close-Punch 12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener To Laminated Base Stiffener With An Inserts To A Base Boot
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base Boot Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a 12–bolt pattern laminated stiffener (CTS-2183) to a laminated base stiffener (CTS-2194XX) with a inserts (CTS-2184XX and CTS-2195XX) to a base boot (CTS-2109XX or CTS-2110XX).
Page 89: Close-Punch 12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener To Laminated Welded Base Stiffener With An Insert
Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Welded Base Stiffener with an Insert Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a 12–bolt pattern laminated stiffener (CTS-2183) to a laminated welded base stiffener (CTS-2238) with an insert (CTS-2184XX). Figure 6-47 Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts Close-punch laminated stiffener (CTS-2183) 3/8 x 1 in.
Page 90 NOTES PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 91: Chapter 7 Roof Assembly
Roof Assembly Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Attaching the Inside Stiffener to the Top Outside Stiffener ▪ Attaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside Stiffener ▪ Attaching the Eave Angle to the Sidewall Sheet ▪ Connecting the Tension Member to the Eave Bracket ▪...
Page 92: Attaching The Inside Stiffener To The Top Outside Stiffener
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the Inside Stiffener to the Top Outside Stiffener The inside stiffener supports the eave bracket. It is installed to the inside perimeter of the sidewall sheet at the same time as the top outside stiffener. The inside stiffeners are only located at the eave bracket locations in the sidewall sheet.
Page 93 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-2 Inside stiffener to the two-ring top stiffener for bins with an even number of rings Corrugation spacer (S-7041) Sidewall 3/8 x 1-1/2 in. flange bolt with sealing washer (S-7488) Sealing washer (S-3558) Two-ring top stiffener (CTS-2169XX or 3/8 in.
Page 94: Attaching The Eave Bracket To The Inside Stiffener
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside Stiffener Eave brackets secure the roof rafter to the sidewall. Before You Begin Install the inside stiffeners to the sidewalls before proceeding. 1. Attach the eave bracket (A) to the inside stiffener (C) and install flange bolts (D). 2.
Page 95: Attaching The Eave Angle To The Sidewall Sheet
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the Eave Angle to the Sidewall Sheet The eave angle secures the bottom of the roof panels to the bin eave. What You Should Know Eave angles are bolted to the inside surface of the sidewall and will overlap each section. 1.
Page 96 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 5. Bend the eave angle tabs (C) upward to conform with each roof panel rib. 6. Install the optional tab seal (G) to the tabs (C) of the eave angle (A). 7. Tighten all hardware to the recommended torque specification. See Bolt Torque Specifications, page Figure 7-5 Attaching the eave angle to the sidewall sheet...
Page 97: Connecting The Tension Member To The Eave Bracket
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Connecting the Tension Member to the Eave Bracket Tension members connect to the eave brackets and are installed around the inside of the bin eave. Before You Begin Ensure all eave angles, inside stiffeners and eave brackets are installed before proceeding. What You Should Know IMPORTANT: Install bolts as shown, from the backside of the eave bracket.
Page 98: Assembling The Rafters
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Rafters What You Should Know For the 105 ft. diameter bins, each rafter will consist of a two piece design and will need to be attached together for assembling the A-frames. NOTE: When compared with the lower rafter (B), the upper rafter (A) has cluster of holes to attach the center collar rafter clips.
Page 99: Attaching The Center Collar Rafter Clips To The Rafter
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the Center Collar Rafter Clips to the Rafter Center collar rafter clips secure the A-frame rafter sections to the center collar. What You Should Know Each assembled roof rafter receives two center collar rafter clips, identified as the left center collar rafter clip (D) and the right center collar rafter clip (E).
Page 100: About Temperature Cable Brackets And A-Frame Assemblies
GSI is not responsible for the effectiveness or performance of any temperature cable monitoring system or layout.
Page 101 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-9 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 105 ft. delta diameter bin 5 ft. radius location (center collar) 28.3 ft. radius location 10.3 ft. radius location 42.4 ft. radius location PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 102 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Table 7-1 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 105 ft. delta diameter bin Temp Cable Number A-frame number Rafter Number Radius Location — — 42.4 ft. — — 28.3 ft. — — — — —...
Page 103 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Table 7-1 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 105 ft. delta diameter bin (cont'd.) Temp Cable Number A-frame number Rafter Number Radius Location 42.4 ft. — — 42.4 ft. 10.3 ft. 10.3 ft. 42.4 ft. —...
Page 104: Assembling The Temperature Cable Bracket
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Temperature Cable Bracket The temperature cable brackets are installed to the roof rafters and support the temperature cables. Before You Begin Determine the correct location of the temperature cable brackets within the structure of the A-frame Assembly.
Page 105 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 3. Install a quick link (C) to each temperature cable assembly (E) to support the temperature cables. IMPORTANT: Do not attach weights to the temperature cables; secure the bottom of cables to the floor with light twine. No roof rafter shall support more than one cable. Figure 7-11 Supplier quick link Supplier quick link Roof rafter...
Page 106: Attachment Locations Of Purlins To Rafters
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attachment Locations of Purlins to Rafters Purlins are horizontal members between the rafters that give support to the roof structure. The length of the purlin determines its location on the A-frame assembly. The following reference depicts a completely assembled A-frame roof rafter section with diagonal bracing installed.
Page 107: Assembling A Laminated Purlin
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling a Laminated Purlin Laminated purlins nest together to give additional strength and should be assembled before constructing the A-frames. What You Should Know Refer to Attachment Locations of Purlins to Rafters, page 106 for laminated purlin installation locations in the A-frame.
Page 108: Assembling Purlin Number 8
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 8 Purlin number 8 is located eighth from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 109 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-15 Purlin location 8 Left side upper roof rafter (CTR-1957) Purlin (CTR-2021) Right side upper roof rafter (CTR-1957) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2019) Left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Right purlin clip (CTR-0950) 1/2 in.
Page 110: Assembling Purlin Number 7
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 7 Purlin number 7 is located seventh from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 111 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-16 Purlin location 7 Left side upper roof rafter (CTR-1957) Purlin (CTR-2020) Right side upper roof rafter (CTR-1957) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2018) Left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Right purlin clip (CTR-0950) 1/2 in.
Page 112: Assembling Purlin Number 6
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 6 Purlin number 6 is located sixth from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 113 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-17 Purlin location 6 Left side upper roof rafter (CTR-1957) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Right side upper roof rafter (CTR-1957) 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253) Lower left purlin clip (CTR-0876) Upper left purlin clip (CTR-0951) Lower right purlin clip (CTR-0950) Upper right purlin clip (CTR-0952) Laminated purlin (CTR-1964 and CTR-1972)
Page 114: Assembling Purlin Number 5
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 5 Purlin number 5 is located fifth from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 115 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-18 Purlin location 5 Left side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2016) Right side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Lower left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253) Lower right purlin clip (CTR-0950) Upper left purlin clip (CTR-0951) Purlin (CTR-1963 )
Page 116: Assembling Purlin Number 4
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 4 Purlin number 4 is located fourth from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 117 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-19 Purlin location 4 Left side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2015) Right side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Lower left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253) Lower right purlin clip (CTR-0950) Upper left purlin clip (CTR-0951) Laminated purlin (CTR-1962 and CTR-1971)
Page 118: Assembling Purlin Number 3
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 3 Purlin number 3 is located third from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 119 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-20 Purlin location 3 Left side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2014) Right side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Lower left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253) Lower right purlin clip (CTR-0950) Upper left purlin clip (CTR-0951) Purlin (CTR-1961)
Page 120: Assembling Purlin Number 2
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 2 Purlin number 2 is located second from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 121 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-21 Purlin location 2 Left side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Purlin (CTR-1960) Right side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2013) Left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Right purlin clip (CTR-0950) 1/2 in.
Page 122: Assembling Purlin Number 1
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling Purlin Number 1 Purlin number 1 is located first from the eave. Before You Begin Place two roof rafters on the ground with roof panel holes facing up. Several A-frame assemblies will have diagonal bracing installed and be placed periodically throughout the perimeter of the roof.
Page 123 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-22 Purlin location 1 Left side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Purlin (CTR-1959) Right side lower roof rafter (CTR-1958) Diagonal bracing (CTR-2012) Left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Right purlin clip (CTR-0950) 1/2 in.
Page 124: Assembling The Roof Panel Support Clips
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Roof Panel Support Clips The roof panel support clips will support the roof panel. Before You Begin Roof panel support clips must be installed before installing the roof panel. What You Should Know The roof panel support clips will be installed to the purlins 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5. Refer to Attachment Locations of Purlins to Rafters, page 106 for purlin details.
Page 125: Assembling A Double A-Frame
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling a Double A-Frame To achieve the required spacing between each A-frame, a double A-frame will need to be assembled prior to installing and lift into place as one assembly. Before You Begin The double A-frame assembly will consist of three assembled roof rafters, purlin clips, and purlins. There are also four different purlin clips, an upper and lower left purlin clip (D and B) and an upper and lower right purlin clip (E and C).
Page 126 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-24 Double A-Frame rafter assembly with blocks Block at the bottom (below the rafter) Rafter Block at the top (below the roof rafter clip) Roof rafter clip Block at the middle (below the rafter) PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 127 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-25 Double A-frame assembly exploded view Roof rafter (CTR-1957 and CTR-1958) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252) Lower left purlin clip (CTR-0876) 1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253) Lower right purlin clip (CTR-0950) Purlin (1, 2, 7, 8) Upper left purlin clip (CTR-0951) Purlin (3, 4, 5, 6) Upper right purlin clip (CTR-0952)
Page 128: Assembling The Outer Center Collar
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Outer Center Collar The outer center collar assembles each A-frame roof rafter section together at the top. The outer center collar assembly is a two piece design and will need to be spliced together with splice plates before installing the lower stand-off support brackets.
Page 129 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 5. When assembling the opposite side of the outer center collar (A), install another center collar splice plate (D) to the inside seam on the center collar. 6. Install the flange bolts (B) and the flange nuts (C) to the outer two columns of three holes (six holes) located on the center collar splice plate (D).
Page 130: Assembling The Lower Stand-Off Bracket To The Outer Center Collar
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Lower Stand-Off Bracket to the Outer Center Collar There are eight lower stand-off support brackets that need to be assembled to the outer center collar before it is lifted onto the roof with the center pole. Before You Begin For this procedure, the outer center collar needs to sit securely on stands or suitable blocks.
Page 131: Center Collar Placement
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Center Collar Placement The following figure gives the approximate height needed to install the center collar. With two sidewall rings in place, position the center collar at the height specified, measuring from the bottom of the center collar to the foundation as shown. If additional rings are required for construction purposes, add 32 in.
Page 132: Guidelines For Assembling And Lifting The A-Frame Rafter Sections
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Guidelines for Assembling and Lifting the A-Frame Rafter Sections The roof is assembled in sections and referred to as A-frame rafter sections. Each A-frame rafter section is assembled on the ground and lifted into place. IMPORTANT: Do not drill additional holes in purlins. Install the flange bolts and nuts as dictated by the number of holes in the purlin.
Page 133 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-31 Recommended lifting references for a double A-frame section Purlin clip All lifting should be performed by a certified crane operator with prior bin construction experience. Never lift during windy conditions. DANGER General Guidelines: • Construct the A-frame sections on flat ground or blocking. •...
Page 134: Attaching The A-Frames To The Center Collar
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the A-Frames to the Center Collar The A-frame rafters must be installed to support the center collar and main roof structure. Before You Begin The outer center collar should be secured to the support pole, and the A-frame rafters should be assembled.
Page 135: Attaching The A-Frame To The Eave Bracket
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the A-Frame to the Eave Bracket Assemble the lower portion of the A-frame rafters to the sidewalls. 1. Lower the A-frame rafter assembly (A) along the side of the eave bracket (C), and align with the proper holes.
Page 136: Assembling The Roof Panel Clips
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Roof Panel Clips The roof panel clips are located at the top of the roof rafters nearest to the center collar rafter clips. Before You Begin The A-frame rafters should be fully assembled and installed to the outer center collar and the eave brackets.
Page 137: Installing The Intermediate Purlins
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Intermediate Purlins Intermediate purlins must be installed to connect each A-frame roof rafter assembly together. The intermediate purlins connecting each A-frame roof rafter assembly have six holes on each side to secure them with the purlin clips. The intermediate purlins 1, 2, 7 and 8 are assembled between the rafters with two purlin clips and purlin 3, 4, 5, and 6 is assembled between the rafters with four purlin clips.
Page 138 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 4. Install the intermediate purlin (I) to the purlin clips (G and H) located outside of each A-frame rafter assembly (E). 5. Attach a lower left purlin clip (J) and lower right purlin clip (K) to the purlin (I). 6.
Page 139: Attaching The Roof Panels
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Attaching the Roof Panels Roof panels overlap the previous roof panel, giving protection from outside elements. Before You Begin Ensure all A-frame roof rafter assemblies are installed and ensure all intermediate purlins, roof panel rib clips and roof panel support clips are installed and properly tightened. Predetermine the manway access location.
Page 140 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 1. With assistance, position a lower roof panel (A) onto the first rafter (E) in any A-frame. IMPORTANT: Ensure the lower roof panel (A) is positioned onto the rafter (E). 2. Install three flange bolts (F) and three flange nuts (G) into the lower portion of the lower roof panel (A) securing the lower roof panel to the eave angle (H).
Page 141 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-38 Installing the lower and upper roof panels Lower roof panel (CTR-1950) Rafter Upper roof panel (CTR-1873) 5/16-18 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer (S-10260) Exposed gap 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) Roof panel clip (CTR-1990) Eave angle (CTR-0721) PNEG-4105D 105 Ft.
Page 142 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 6. After the roof panels are installed to the rafters, position a lower roof panel (A) to the immediate left of the previously installed lower panels (A). NOTE: The lower panels (A) must be positioned in the gap below the upper roof panel (B). 7.
Page 143 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-39 Installing the lower and upper roof panels into exposed gaps Lower roof panel (CTR-1950) Rib cap (CTR-1745) Upper roof panel (CTR-1873) Upper rib Exposed gap Lower rib 5/16-18 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer (S-10260) Rope caulk 5/16 in.
Page 144 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 12.Working in a counter-clockwise direction, repeat the procedure to continue to fill in all the exposed gaps using the lower roof panels (A) and the upper roof panels (B) on the roof. 13.Secure the upper roof panels (B) to the roof panel holes (M) in the purlins 6, 7 and 8 (O) using flange bolts (F) and the flange nuts (G).
Page 145 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Figure 7-40 Securing the lower and upper roof panels to the purlins and roof panel support clips Lower roof panel (CTR-1950) Roof panel holes in purlins Upper roof panel (CTR-1873) Roof panel support clip 5/16-18 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer (S-10260) Purlin 5/16 in.
Page 146: Installing The Roof Flashing
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Roof Flashing The roof flashing will seal the area between the center collar and the roof panels. What You Should Know Each roof flashing section overlaps and bolts together with the previously installed roof flashing section. 1.
Page 147 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 3. Place a strip of rope caulk (E) along the edge of the installed roof flashing (A) where the next roof flashing will overlap. 4. Align the holes along the edge of the next roof flashing (A) with the previously installed roof flashing holes.
Page 148: Assembling The Center Collar Brackets To The Inner Center Collar
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Assembling the Center Collar Brackets to the Inner Center Collar The inner center collar is a one piece design which connects to the outer center collar with eight center collar channel brackets. Four center collar channel brackets must be assembled onto the inner center collar before it is lifted to the roof.
Page 149: Installing The Inner Center Collar To The Outer Center Collar
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Inner Center Collar to the Outer Center Collar 1. Ensure all holes in the center collar channel bracket (D) are aligned with the holes in the weldments on the outer center collar (E), and install the flange bolts (B) and flange nuts (C). NOTE: Do not tighten the flange bolts and flange nuts until all the center collar channel brackets are installed.
Page 150 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 2. Install the remaining four center collar channel brackets (D) between the inner center collar (A) and outer center collar (E) using the flange bolts (B) and flange nuts (C). Figure 7-45 Installing the remaining inner center collar brackets Inner center collar (CTR-1581) Center collar channel bracket (CTR-1580) 1/2 x 1-3/4 in.
Page 151: Installing The Top Panels
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Top Panels This following procedure is for installing the top panels onto the center collars. 1. Place a continuous strip of caulk (A) on the mating surfaces of the roof flashing (B). Figure 7-46 Placing strip of caulk on the roof flashing 3/8 x 1 in.
Page 152 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 2. Align the holes on the first top panel (E) to the holes in the center collar channel brackets (C) and the inner center collar channel (D). 3. Install the flange bolts (F) and flange nuts (G) only to the holes at one end to secure the first top panel (E) with the center collar channel bracket (C).
Page 153 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 4. Place two strips of rope caulk (H) along the edge of the top panel (E) (adjacent to the holes) where the next top panel will overlap. Figure 7-48 Placing strip of rope caulk on the first top panel Top panel (CTR-1585) Rope caulk (S-4458) PNEG-4105D 105 Ft.
Page 154 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 5. Align the holes along the edge of the next top panel (E) with the holes of the previously installed top panel. 6. Install the flange bolts (F) and flange nuts (G), securing the two top panels (E) together with the center collar channel bracket (C).
Page 155: Installing The Upper Stand-Off Support Brackets
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Upper Stand-Off Support Brackets Eight upper stand-off support brackets are attached to the top panels and allow support for a conveyor or catwalk system. 1. Locate the eight sets of four holes in the top panels (B), align the gaskets (A) with the set of four holes on the top panels (B) where the upper stand-off support brackets (C) will be installed.
Page 156: Installing The Center Cap Plate
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Center Cap Plate Center cap plate will need to be installed on top of the inner center collar and the center collar flashings. 1. Place a continuous strip of caulk (A) on the mating surface (inside edge of the holes) of the top panels (B).
Page 157 Chapter 7: Roof Assembly 3. Attach the appropriate lifting chain (H) to the hook in the center cap plate (D). 4. Attach appropriate lifting device (E) to the lifting chain (H). 5. Use the qualified personnel to hoist the center cap plate (D) into place. 6.
Page 158: Installing The Flashing Lock
Chapter 7: Roof Assembly Installing the Flashing Lock The flashing lock will need to be installed to secure the roof flashing and the top panel. 1. Position the flashing lock (A) under the roof flashing (B) aligning with the holes in the top panel (C) from the underside of the roof.
Page 159: Chapter 8 Accessories
Accessories Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Installing the Roof Ladder Steps ▪ Roof Ring Placement (Optional) ▪ Installing a Roof Ring ▪ Installing the Peak–To–Exhauster Ladder Kit ▪ Preparation for Roof Exhauster Installation ▪ Assembling the Roof Exhauster ▪ Installing the Roof Exhauster Assembly ▪...
Page 160: Installing The Roof Ladder Steps
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing the Roof Ladder Steps Roof ladder steps will allow access to roof and manway access. What You Should Know Each eave-to-peak ladder step differs with the diameter of each bin. When installing the ladder steps, always start from the eave and work up toward the peak, installing the longest step first and the shortest step last.
Page 161 Chapter 8: Accessories Use the following table as a guide to the location of each ladder step (rung). Table 8-1 Ladder rung placement chart Bin Diameter Location 72 ft. 75 ft. 78 ft. 90 ft. 105 ft. 135 ft. ↑ LS-260-3 Bin Peak LS-260-3...
Page 162: Roof Ring Placement (Optional)
Chapter 8: Accessories Roof Ring Placement (Optional) The roof ring is a tubular ring bolted to the exterior of the roof. The placement location and quantity of roof ring kits vary with the size of each bin. The exhauster roof ring (A) on the 105 ft.
Page 163: Installing A Roof Ring
Chapter 8: Accessories 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 164 Chapter 8: Accessories 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 will be installed.
Page 165: Installing The Peak-To-Exhauster Ladder Kit
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing the Peak–To–Exhauster Ladder Kit Before installing the roof exhauster, the peak-to-exhauster ladder kit may be installed onto the roof to have access to the roof exhauster. Before You Begin Determine the location of the roof exhauster. What You Should Know This procedure is to install the peak to exhauster ladder kit onto the roof .
Page 166 Chapter 8: Accessories Table 8-2 Peak-to-exhauster ladder rung kit Bin Diameter Location 72 ft. 75 ft. 78 ft. 90 ft. 105 ft. 135 ft. LS-260-3 ↑ Bin Peak LS-260-3 LS-260-4 LS-260-5 LS-260-6 LS-260-6 LS-260-7 LS-260-3 LS-260-4 LS-260-5 LS-260-6 LS-260-4 LS-260-7 Bolt Hole Count LS-260-5...
Page 167: Preparation For Roof Exhauster Installation
Chapter 8: Accessories Preparation for Roof Exhauster Installation Before installing the roof exhauster, some preparation is required, utilizing the roof exhauster mounting plate and the roof panels that span the roof exhauster mounting plate. Before You Begin Determine the location of the roof exhauster and set aside the roof panels that the roof exhauster mounting plate will span.
Page 168 Chapter 8: Accessories 4. Bend the tabs (J) downward approximately 90 degrees on the roof exhauster mounting plate (F) to conform with the roof panel. NOTE: Bend the tabs on the ground and adjust as necessary once on the roof. 5.
Page 169: Assembling The Roof Exhauster
Chapter 8: Accessories Assembling the Roof Exhauster Assembly of the roof exhauster is done prior to installing onto the roof. 1. Apply a strip of tube caulk (C) along the mating surface of the roof exhauster hood (B) and the exhauster mounting plate (E).
Page 170: Installing The Roof Exhauster Assembly
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing the Roof Exhauster Assembly The roof exhauster assembly replaces one of the roof flashing panels and allows for the roof exhauster to be installed. Before You Begin IMPORTANT: Determine the location of the roof exhauster and remove the existing roof flashing panel at this location.
Page 171 Chapter 8: Accessories Figure 8-9 Installing the roof exhauster assembly Roof exhauster flashing (CTR-2134) 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer Sealing caulk (S-10260) 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer Sealing caulk (S-10260) Roof exhauster assembly...
Page 172: Installing The Manway Cover
4. After installing the manway cover assembly, check that the suffocation/flighting and entrapment hazard decals (not shown) are present on the underside of the manway cover (H). If not, contact GSI for the decals and install to the underside of the manway cover (H). PNEG-4105D 105 Ft. Diameter Z-Tek Bin...
Page 173 Chapter 8: Accessories NOTE: Suffocation/flighting and entrapment hazard decals replacement part numbers: • DC-GBC-1A (English) • DC-GBC-1S (Spanish) • DC-2483 (English) • DC-2483-ES (Spanish) 5. Tighten hardware to the recommended torque specifications. See Bolt Torque Specifications, page Figure 8-11 Installing the manway cover 5/16 x 1 in.
Page 174: Ladder Section Assembly
Chapter 8: 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 175: Inside Ladder Placement
Chapter 8: Accessories Inside Ladder Placement The inside ladder provides manway access from inside 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 176 Chapter 8: 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 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 177 Chapter 8: Accessories Figure 8-14 Installing the inside ladder brackets Ladder assembly 5/16 x 1 in. flange bolt with sealing washer (S-10260) Starter bracket (RH LDR-4347) Starter bracket (LH LDR-4346) See sidewall hardware chart. 3/8 in. field drilled hole location Approximately 18-3/4 in.
Page 178: Installing Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing 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 179: Guidelines For Installing The 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 180 Chapter 8: Accessories Figure 8-16 Guidelines for installing the sidedraw system Typical 24-ring bin Two-post stiffener Typical 29-ring bin Three-post stiffener Standard height of discharge chute 16 ft.-4 in. (5 m) Sidewall sheet NOTE: Use the following tables as a guide or reference for the proper placement of the sidedraw system. PNEG-4105D 105 Ft.
Page 181 Chapter 8: Accessories Table 8-3 Sidewall instructions (Three-post stiffener) Number of Rings on the Bin Chute Location Horizontal Starting Location Locate 1 chute in 2 ring from top. Top bolt holes in chute to be located on 2 corrugation of body sheet.
Page 182: Installing The Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Three Post Stiffener)
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing the Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Three Post Stiffener) The Sidedraw baffle chute helps direct the bin contents to the discharge chute. 1. Determine the sidedraw system location, and ensure the installation of baffle chutes (C) will not interfere with stiffeners (A).
Page 183 Chapter 8: Accessories Figure 8-17 First chute location (three post stiffener only) and spacing of each baffle chute Field drilled hole location (7/16 in. diameter hole) Stiffener’s center line 3/8 x 1-1/2 in. flange bolt with sealing washer Second ring from top of bin (S-7488) 3/8 in.
Page 184: Installing The Sidedraw Discharge Chute
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing the Sidedraw Discharge Chute The following instructions describe the installation of the sidedraw discharge chute. What You Should Know Field cutting is required to create the opening for the discharge chute. Cutting the opening will require two sidewall panels to be modified.
Page 185 Chapter 8: Accessories 3. Measure approximately 4 in. (16.16 cm) upward from the sidewall horizontal seam (E), and place a mark or scribe, creating a horizontal center line (G). 4. Place another mark or scribe where the vertical center line (D) and the horizontal center line (G) meet, creating the center of the discharge chute location (F).
Page 186 Chapter 8: Accessories 6. Measure approximately 7 in. (17.78 cm) on each side of the vertical center line (D), and place a mark or scribe. 7. Measure approximately 8-1/2 in. (21.59 cm) on each side of the horizontal center line (G), and place a mark or scribe.
Page 187 Chapter 8: Accessories 10.Separate the upper sidewall panel (I) from the lower sidewall panel (J). 11.Apply two beads of caulk to seal the discharge chute assembly to the sidewall panels, and insert the discharge chute assembly (H) between the upper sidewall panel (I) and the lower sidewall panel (J).
Page 188 Chapter 8: Accessories 12.Using the discharge chute assembly (H) as a guide or template, field drill all necessary holes to secure the discharge chute assembly (H) to the upper sidewall panel (I) and the lower sidewall panel (J). NOTE: When using the discharge chute assembly (H) as a guide or template, field drilling the upper sidewall panel (I) will be done from inside the bin structure, and field drilling the lower sidewall panel (J) will be done from outside the bin structure.
Page 189 Chapter 8: Accessories 14.Place the baffle chute (B) into place and field drill necessary holes, securing with flange bolts and flange nuts. Figure 8-23 Reinstalling the baffle chute (Viewed from inside of the bin) Field drilled hole location Baffle chute 15.Tighten hardware to the recommended torque specifications.
Page 190: Installing The Wind Rings
Chapter 8: Accessories Installing the Wind Rings Installation of wind rings is similar for a two and a three post bin design, although hardware quantities may vary. 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 (Refer to hardware requirements chapter).
Page 191 Chapter 8: Accessories 7. Slide the wind ring coupling collar (K), aligning the three pre-drilled holes, and install flange bolts (F) and hex nuts (G). Field drill the remaining three holes (L) using the wind ring coupling collar (K) as a guide or template.
Page 192: Assembling Weather Cover For Roller Valve
Chapter 8: 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 193: Limited Warranty - N.a. Grain Products
12 months from the date of shipment (or, if shipped by vessel, 14 months from the date of arrival at the port of discharge). If, in GSI’s sole judgment, a product is found to have a defect in materials and/or workmanship, GSI will, at its own option and expense, repair or replace the product or refund the purchase price.
Page 194 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 Copyright © 2020 by The GSI Group, LLC Printed in the USA CN #361711...

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Chapter 1 Safety Precautions

Chapter 2 General Overview

Chapter 3 Hardware Requirements

Chapter 4 Assembling the Sidewall Sheets

Chapter 5 Base Angle Installation

Chapter 6 Stiffeners

Chapter 7 Roof Assembly

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