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12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed
Tanks BFT and GHT Series
Assembly Manual
PNEG-257
Date: 10-07-11
PNEG-257

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  • Page 1 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Assembly Manual PNEG-257 Date: 10-07-11 PNEG-257...
  • 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-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ............................5 Chapter 2 Safety ..............................6 Safety Guidelines ..........................6 General Safety Statement ........................7 Safety Instructions ..........................8 Proper Storage Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction ............10 Chapter 3 Decals ..............................11 Chapter 4 General Information ...........................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Chapter 14 Parts List ............................71 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications ..................72 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ............... 74 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications ..................76 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ............... 78 15' Diameter 60°...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    1. Introduction READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all quantities are correct.

  • Page 6: Chapter 2 Safety

    2. Safety Safety Guidelines This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand. This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment of these safety guidelines.

  • Page 7: General Safety Statement

    2. Safety General Safety Statement Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel. As owner and/or operator, you are responsible to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions exist and inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    2. Safety Safety Instructions Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel. As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area.
  • Page 9 2. Safety Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone. Keep Emergency Equipment Quickly Accessible Wear Protective Clothing Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate Eye Protection to the job.

  • Page 10: Proper Storage Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior To Construction

    2. Safety Proper Storage Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction Wet storage stain (rust) will develop when closely packed bundles of galvanized material, such as sidewall and roof sheets, have moisture present. Inspect roof and sidewall bundles on arrival for any moisture. If moisture is present, it must not be allowed to remain between the sheets.

  • Page 11: Chapter 3 Decals

    3. Decals DC-604 DC-604 Located on the cap latch control arm. PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 12 3. Decals DC-590 Located on the cap latch control arm. Plastic tie PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 13 Failure to heed these warnings will result in serious injury or death. DC-GBC-1A For replacement decals, contact: GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 14: Chapter 4 General Information

    4. General Information Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Manual General Instructions First, read the assembly manual completely before starting to assemble the Bulk Feed Tank. Check the shipment with the packing list to be sure there are no shortages. 1. Decal protective mask must be removed when assembling tank. Mask may become difficult to remove if left exposed to sunlight.

  • Page 15: Chapter 5 Foundation

    5. Foundation Figure 5A 12' 2-8 Ring Square Pad PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 16 5. Foundation Figure 5B 12' 2-8 Ring Round Pad PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 17 5. Foundation Figure 5C 12' 8-10 Ring Round Pad PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 18 5. Foundation Figure 5D 12' 11 Ring 16 Leg Round Pad PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 19 5. Foundation Figure 5E 15' 1-6 Ring Round Pad PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 20 5. Foundation Figure 5F 15' 7-8 Ring 60° Round Pad PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 21 5. Foundation Figure 5G 15' 7-8 Ring 45° Hopper Tank PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 22 5. Foundation Figure 5H 15' 9 Ring 20 Leg 45° Tank PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 23 5. Foundation Figure 5I 18' 2-8 Ring Hopper Tank PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 24 5. Foundation Figure 5J 18' 9 Ring 24 Leg Hopper Tank PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 25 5. Foundation Figure 5K 21' 2-8 Ring 24 Hopper Tank PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 26: Chapter 6 Sidewall Assembly

    6. Sidewall Assembly Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Body Sheet Chart Model Gauge BFT 12'-1 Ring BFT 12'-2 Ring 13-20 BFT 12'-3 Ring 13-20-20 BFT 12'-4 Ring 13-18-20-20 BFT 12'-5 Ring 12-16-18-20-20 BFT 12'-6 Ring 12-15-16-18-20-20 BFT 12'-7 Ring 12-13-15-16-18-20-20 BFT 15'-2 Ring 14-16 BFT 15'-3 Ring 14-16-20...

  • Page 27: Sidewall Sheet Orientation (12' Only)

    6. Sidewall Assembly How to use charts on this page: The chart titled “body sheet chart” is for the reference when building the tank. This chart tells you how many rings the specific tank must have. To read the chart you look up the tank size you wish to build (an 18' diameter tank with 4 rings will look like BFT18' 4 rings).

  • Page 28: Sidewall Erection

    6. Sidewall Assembly Sidewall Erection 12'-21' Bulk Feed Tank 12'-21' Diameter Bulk Feed Tanks are designed to be built vertically utilizing bin jacks or a crane of adequate capacity. Before bolting the sidewall sheets together, check that you have the proper gauge steel for the first ring.
  • Page 29 6. Sidewall Assembly Figure 6F Figure 6E IMPORTANT: BOLTING PATTERN BEGINS IN THE CENTER OF THE SHEET. When starting to assemble the sidewall rings to one another. Be sure to start in the center of the sheets and work to the outside edges (horizontal seams). This allows the sidewall sheets to draw up evenly.

  • Page 30: Chapter 7 Roof

    7. Roof Sealed Roof Panel Installation (12'-18' BFT) Roof to Sidewall Note that the roof and sidewall ladders are centered on a roof seam. Take notice when placing roof panel, that one edge is bent down. This edge is to be placed on the outside of other roof panel to form a tight seal.
  • Page 31 7. Roof Peak Ring The peak ring may now be installed. Again use two (2) strips of caulking between peak ring and roof panels. (See Figure 7C.) Note that the peak ring goes to the outside of the roof panels. Caulking Peak ring Caulking...

  • Page 32: 12' Roof Reinforcement Angle

    7. Roof Peak Ring Collar Detail Figure 7E 12' Roof Reinforcement Angle Figure 7F PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 33: Roof Ladder

    7. Roof Roof Ladder NOTE: Make sure ladder is positioned so it will fall between the legs when tank is complete. NOTE: Ladder is symmetrical about roof seam. One side shown for clarity. Figure 7G Roof Ladder Parts List Ref # Part # Description 12' Diameter...
  • Page 34 7. Roof Figure 7H Figure 7I Roof Ladder Peak Ring Detail PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 35 7. Roof Figure 7J Roof Ladder Parts List Ref # Part # Description 12' Diameter 15' Diameter 18' Diameter LS-147 Inside Ladder Standoff BLK-11762 12' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel BLK-11763 15' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel BLK-11764 18' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel S-275 5/16'' x 3/4"...

  • Page 36: 12' 60° Roof Cap Ground Control

    7. Roof 12' 60° Roof Cap Ground Control Ground control comes standard on 12' 60° Bulk Feed Tanks. Ground control is optional on all 45° Bulk Feed Tanks. Ground control components come fully assembled for the convenience. The ground control is shipped with the arm secured for safety and shipping purposes.
  • Page 37 7. Roof Chain passes through grommet Peak cap latch Cap hold-down bracket Figure 7N Figure 7M 1 - Chain holder (BLK-11949) 2 - Cap hold-down bracket 3 - Roof eave bracket (BLK-11950) 4 - 5/16" Bolt 5 - 5/16" Flat washers 6 - Cotter pin 7 - Key ring clips 8 - 4"...
  • Page 38 7. Roof Roof eave bracket (BLK-11950) Figure 7P After removing the slack from the ground control chain while in the fully closed and latched position. Install the key ring clip 2" below chain holder bracket. (See Figure 7Q.) Ensure that the key ring allows the cap to fully latch when the cap is in the closed position, yet will not allow the chain enough slack on top of the cap to become wrapped around the pivot arm in a high wind condition.
  • Page 39 7. Roof Make sure the loop of the main cap spring (BLK-11623) is held securely in the pre-loaded position by the head of the 5/16" bolt beneath. Figure 7R If necessary, place one or more 5/16" flat washers under the bolt head to ensure that the bolt catches the loop.
  • Page 40 7. Roof Figure 7T Control Arm and Ground Control Parts List Ref # Part # Description BLK-11735 Control Arm BLK-11876 Nylon Grommet with Nut BLK-11623 Flush Cap Main Spring S-277 5/16''-18 x 1-1/4" Bin Bolt (Grade 5) S-845 5/16'' Wrought Iron Washer (Grade 2) BLK-11842 Lower Cap Hinge BLK-11734...

  • Page 41: Roof Cap

    7. Roof Roof Cap Bulb Seal Kit (Optional) Bulb seal (BLK-10472) Figure 7U Cap Hold-Down Package Figure 7V Bulb Seal is pressed into place around the lip of the peak ring. NOTE: Bulb seal kit is included with all pneumatic fill kits. When ordered as a separate option, specify part# BLK-10472.

  • Page 42: 15' And 18' Roof Assembly Instructions

    7. Roof 15' and 18' Roof Assembly Instructions After completing first ring assembly, you are ready to begin roof construction. First, build a roof center support to hold the peak ring in place at the proper height. A simple structure consisting of a sturdy cross arm attached to a pole and supported by a platform or scaffolding will do.
  • Page 43 7. Roof Figure 7X View “A”-“A” Figure 7Z View “C”-“C” Figure 7Y View “B”-“B” Figure 7AA View “D”-“D” PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 44: Raising The Roof

    7. Roof Raising the Roof NOTE: See 30° roof manual (PNEG-1092) in roof hardware box for instructions on 12',15',18' & 21' grain bin roof. Figure 7AB Anchor Tank Before 2 Ring Assembly Anchor all jacks securely with metal stakes and cables (use one jack per sidewall sheet). Now raise the tank just enough to assemble the next ring.
  • Page 45 7. Roof Figure 7AC A crane of adequate capacity attached to a spider assembly with cables connecting at each vertical sidewall seam just above the legs can also be used to lift the tank. Make sure the tank is being lifted smoothly and evenly.

  • Page 46: Chapter 8 Hopper Assembly

    8. Hopper Assembly Hopper Sheets When starting to attach hopper sheets to sidewall it is recommened that the first hopper sheet seam be positioned halfway between leg positions. Lap the hopper sheets as shown. Use two (2) strips of caulking on all seams at sidewall to hopper and hopper sheet to hopper sheet.
  • Page 47 8. Hopper Assembly Figure 8B 15' 60° Two Piece Hopper Overhead View of 15' 60° Hopper Sheet Assembly Figure 8C 18' and 21' Two Piece Hopper Overhead View of 18' 45 o and 21' 45 o Hopper Sheet Assembly PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 48 8. Hopper Assembly Figure 8D 15' 60°, 18' 45° and 21' 45° Figure 8F 22" Hopper Collar Detail Hopper Sheet Detail Figure 8G 16" Hopper Collar Detail Figure 8E 16" Hopper Extension Detail PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 49: Hopper Collar Assembly

    8. Hopper Assembly Hopper Collar Assembly 45 Degree 22" Hopper Collar BLK10854 60 Degree 22" Hopper Collar BLK10342 Install hopper collar before all hopper panels are assembled. Use 5/16" truss head bolts, as shown in the illustration, on all hopper seams. Be sure to caulk between the hopper collar and hopper panels. Refer to drawings.

  • Page 50: Chapter 9 Legs And Leg Bracing

    9. Legs and Leg Bracing 12' Only Figure 9A Figure 9C Figure 9B PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 51: Installation Of Leg To Sidewall

    9. Legs and Leg Bracing Installation of Leg to Sidewall Figure 9D Use 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts and nuts when attaching the leg to base. Make sure the washer is used on the slot side of the leg. When installing legs to sidewall, reverse normal insertion procedure on bolts. Place hex head and neoprene washer to inside of sidewall, leaving threaded portion of bolt protruding outward.

  • Page 52: Installation Of Leg To Sidewall For 15', 18' And 21' Bft

    9. Legs and Leg Bracing Installation of Leg to Sidewall for 15', 18' and 21' BFT When installing legs to sidewall, reverse normal insertion procedure on bolts. Place hex head and neoprene washer to inside of sidewall, leaving threaded portion of bolt protruding outward. This provides for a weather tight seal at the leg attachment location.

  • Page 53: 12'-21' Leg Bracing

    9. Legs and Leg Bracing 12'-21' Leg Bracing Tank “A” “B” “C” “D” 12' 60° 36.962" 66.962" 112.359" 12' 45° 66.962" 36.962" 15' 60° 50.596" 75.596" 138.250" 15' 45° 80.596" 50.596" 18' 45° 50.596" 63.640" 120.237" 18' 45° 55.075" 66.075" 133.075"...
  • Page 54 9. Legs and Leg Bracing Figure 9J Typical 18' and 21' 45° and 12' and 15' 60° Bracing Layout Leg Size Chart Tank Size Hopper # of Rings Length 12' Diameter Tank 45° 1-5 Rings 130-1/8'' 12' Diameter Tank 45° 6-7 Rings 154-1/8'' 12' Diameter Tank...

  • Page 55: Bracing Hole Layout

    9. Legs and Leg Bracing Bracing Hole Layout Figure 9K Figure 9L PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 56 9. Legs and Leg Bracing Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) Figure 9M Figure 9N All leg to sidewall holes must be utilized for leg attachment. PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 57 9. Legs and Leg Bracing Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) Figure 9O Figure 9P All leg to sidewall holes (22 at 2.666" spacing) must be utilized for leg attachment. PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 58 9. Legs and Leg Bracing Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) Figure 9Q Figure 9R All leg to sidewall holes (22 at 2.666" spacing on 18'; 20 at 2.66" on 21') must be utilized for leg attachment. PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 59: Hopper To Leg Bracing

    9. Legs and Leg Bracing Hopper to Leg Bracing Hopper braces are to be spaced equally around tank. Hopper braces are required on all hopper tanks. Refer to the chart below for the quantities required. NOTE: Hopper braces attach between the legs and the collar/hopper horizontal seam. Never bolt the braces directly to the hopper seam above the collar.

  • Page 60: Chapter 10 Ladder

    10. Ladder Optional Sidewall Ladder To start sidewall ladder, places two (2) outside standoffs spaces 18-3/4" apart. At the roof eave, the ladder should be located on the standoffs. (Refer to drawing). Continue with standoff located on every horizontal seam. Ladder support ring should be located between two legs as shown. This will standoff the ladder at the bottom of bulk feed tank.

  • Page 61: Ladder Safety Cage

    10. Ladder Ladder Safety Cage Ladder and Safety Cage Usage Chart (Number in Chart Specifies Ring Size). Ladder Package # Safety Cage # 12' 60° 12' 45° 15' 45° 18' 45° BLK-10635 BLK-10833 BLK-10825 BLK-10834 BLK-10640 BLK-10835 BLK-10637 BLK-10836 BLK-10641 BLK-10837 BLK-10642 BLK-10838...
  • Page 62 10. Ladder Start attaching ladder at the eave (top) of the Bulk Feed Tank. After the first ladder has been attached to the sidewall of tank, attach ladder extension rails to the ladder as shown in Figure 10F. Refer to Page 61 for proper ladder placement in relation to the eave of the tank.

  • Page 63: Safety Cage Assembly

    10. Ladder Figure 10G Safety Cage Assembly Figure 10H PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 64 10. Ladder Figure 10I Figure 10J PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 65: Chapter 11 Raising Bin

    11. Raising Bin Raising Bin to Set on Foundation Be sure that all bolts are tightened properly. The bulk feed tank can now be set up on foundation. A crane of adequate capacity attached to a spider assembly with cables connecting at each vertical sidewall seam just above the legs will usually do the job.
  • Page 66 11. Raising Bin Figure 11B NOTE: Leg shims are not standard equipment and must be obtained locally. PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 67: Chapter 12 Grounding

    12. Grounding NOTE: Parts not supplied by manufacturer, they should be purchased locally. All bins shall have two (2) ground connections. Ground clamps must be placed at equal distances around the bin. Alternate installation: Cables may be placed in the foundation or through PVC sleeve inserted in the slab during construction.

  • Page 68: Chapter 13 Pneumatic Fill Kit

    Figure 13A Roof Panel Identical pre-punched roof panels are available from GSI for inlet and outlet sections of pneumatic fill systems. Extruded lip of the panels provide for weather tight installation. Caulking placed between angle rings virtually eliminates all leakage problems. Rubber seal must be utilized at roof cap area to prevent material “Blow By”...
  • Page 69 13. Pneumatic Fill Kit Figure 13B Figure 13C PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 70 NOTES PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 71: Chapter 14 Parts List

    14. Parts List 1. 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 72-73.) 2. 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 74-75.) 3. 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 76-77.) 4. 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 78-79.) 5.

  • Page 72: 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications

    14. Parts List 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 31-3/16" (792 mm) 22" Collar 35-3/4" (908 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 73 14. Parts List 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description BLK-12272 12' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12275 12' 40° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12286 12' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) BLK-12287 12' 40° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) 12' Sidewall Sheet 4 per Ring SS40682012...

  • Page 74: 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification

    14. Parts List 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 31-3/16" (792 mm) 22" Collar 35-3/4" (908 mm) PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 75 14. Parts List 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Parts List NOTE: Bolt listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16"...

  • Page 76: 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications

    14. Parts List 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34" (864 mm) 22" Collar 36-9/16" (929 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 77 14. Parts List 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description BLK-12272 12' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12275 12' 40° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12286 12' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) BLK-12287 12' 40° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) 12' Sidewall Sheet 4 per Ring SS40682012...

  • Page 78: 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification

    14. Parts List 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34" (864 mm) 22" Collar 36-9/16" (929 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 79 14. Parts List 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nuts second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16"...

  • Page 80: 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications

    14. Parts List 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 33" (838 mm) 22" Collar 37-9/16" (954 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 81 14. Parts List 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description BLK-12278 15' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12288 15' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel 15' Sidewall Sheet 5 per Ring HT38742015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) HT38752015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) HT43421815...

  • Page 82: 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification

    14. Parts List 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels. All bolts to be tightened from the nut side only. Refer to details on Page 28 for location of caulking.
  • Page 83 14. Parts List 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16"...

  • Page 84: 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications

    14. Parts List 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-1/16" (865 mm) 22" Collar 36-5/8" (930 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 85 14. Parts List 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description BLK-12278 15' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12288 15' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel 15' Sidewall Sheet 5 per Ring HT38742015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) HT38752015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) HT43421815...

  • Page 86: 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification

    14. Parts List 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-1/16" (865 mm) 22" Collar 36-5/8" (930 mm) PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 87 14. Parts List 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nuts second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16"...

  • Page 88: 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications

    14. Parts List 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-3/8" (873 mm) 22" Collar 36-15/16" (938 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 89 14. Parts List 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description BLK-12281 18' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) BLK-12286 18' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel 18' Sidewall Sheet 5 per Ring HT38742018 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) SS00152018 20 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) SS00151818...

  • Page 90: 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification

    14. Parts List 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-3/8" (873 mm) 22" Collar 36-15/16" (938 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 91 14. Parts List 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16"...

  • Page 92: 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications

    14. Parts List 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 33-15/16" (862 mm) 22" Collar 36-1/2" (927 mm) IMPORTANT: Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels.
  • Page 93 14. Parts List 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Grain Bin Roof Utilizes Grain Bin Style Roof, See 30° Grain Bin Roof Erection Manual 21' Body Sheets 7 per Ring SS22012021 20 Gauge (Decal Sheet) SS00152021 20 Gauge (Middle Sheet) SS00151721...

  • Page 94: 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification

    14. Parts List 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 33-15/16" (862 mm) 22" Collar 36-1/2" (927 mm) PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...
  • Page 95 14. Parts List 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Grain Bin Utilizes Grain Bin Style Roof - See 30° Grain Bin Roof Instruction Manual. Roof Hardware S-275 Varies...
  • Page 96 NOTES PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series...

  • Page 97: Chapter 15 Warranty

    14 months from arrival at port of discharge, whichever is earlier. The end-user’s sole remedy (and GSI’s only obligation) is to repair or replace, at GSI’s option and expense, products that in GSI’s judgment, contain a material defect in materials or workmanship.
  • Page 98 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. GSI Group 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.com Copyright © 2011 by GSI Group Printed in the USA...

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