Concrete Slab Inspection; Bin Inspection - Meridian SMOOTHWALL BIN Owner's Manual

Owner's Manual: Smoothwall Bin

6.1 CONCRETE SLAB INSPECTION

Check the foundation conditions regularly.
Cracks that are more than 1/8 inch wide in the
concrete slab indicate significant movement.
Always consult with a professional engineer
when foundation problems arise. If severe
cracking exists, slab levels should be taken to
determine whether any area of the slab is sinking
independently.
Subsoil conditions should be monitored to
ensure against bearing capacity losses.
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6.2 BIN INSPECTION

• It is important to check that the top lid vent,
and any other air vent(s) are open and clear of
obstructions.
Ventilation prevents a vacuum from forming
during unloading or emptying, which may
cause the bin to implode.
• Inspect welded seams.
• Tighten all bolts to their specific torques.
• Inspect and adjust all plugs, fittings and valves
as required.
• Exterior enamel paint kits are also available to
touch up scrapes and minor dent marks.
• When the bin is empty:
- Inspect the welded seams inside.
- Inspect all internal components.
- Inspect the painted bin for bare metal areas
where the paint has worn.
A special epoxy paint kit is available and it
is highly recommended that only this type of
paint be used.
It is especially necessary that any bare
metal be painted before storing fertilizer or
any other corrosive commodities. Exposed
metal will corrode quickly. A special epoxy
repair kit for the interior is available through
your Meridian dealer.
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