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6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series
and GHT Series
Assembly Manual
PNEG-1912
Date: 01-29-13
PNEG-1912

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  • Page 1 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series Assembly Manual PNEG-1912 Date: 01-29-13 PNEG-1912...
  • 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-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 13 Raising Bin ............................67 Raising Bin to Set on Foundation ...................... 67 Lifting with Jacks ..........................68 Lifting with Crane ..........................69 Anchoring Tank ..........................70 Tank Grounding Instructions ......................71 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 4 9' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications ..............90 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Specifications ..................92 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications ..............94 Chapter 16 Warranty ............................97 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Introduction

    Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void and field improvements may be denied. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 6: Chapter 2 Safety

    CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a CAUTION hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE is used to address practices not related to NOTICE personal injury. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 7: General Safety Statement

    Personnel operating or working around equipment should read this manual. This manual must be delivered with equipment to its owner. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix Maintain Equipment damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any built-up grease, oil, and debris. and Work Area PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 9 Wear a hard hat to help protect your head. Hard Hat Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at elevations greater than six feet (6'). Fall Protection PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 10: Safety Sign-Off Sheet

    All unqualified persons are to stay out of the work area at all times. It is strongly recommended that another qualified person who knows the shut down procedure be in the area in the event of an emergency. Date Employee Name Supervisor Name PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 11: Proper Storage Of Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior To Construction

    If “white rust” or “wet storage stain” occurs, contact the manufacturer immediately about ways to minimize the adverse effect upon the galvanized coating. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 12: Chapter 3 Decals

    3. Station another person outside the bin. DC-2123 trap and suffocate. collapse and suffocate. kill or dismember. For replacement decals, contact: GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 13: Chapter 4 General Information

    3. 3-12" Long drift punches 4. 1 Large flathead screwdriver 5. 1 Pair of slip joint pliers 6. Two (2) adjustable wrenches 7. Ratchet and sockets 8. Impact wrenches and sockets (if available) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 14: Bft/Ght Series Usage And Stored Product Considerations

    40 lb/cubic ft. Bulk feed materials that are not free flowing will require appropriate agitiation and possible tank modifications or may not be suitable for storage in these units. Consult with GSI technical services or engineering on the storage of such products.

  • Page 15: Chapter 5 Foundation

    5. Foundation Figure 5A 6' 1-8 Rings Square Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 16 5. Foundation Figure 5B 6' 1-8 Rings BFT/ GHT Round Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 17 5. Foundation Figure 5C 7' 1-8 Rings BFT/ GHT 45° and 67° Square Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 18 5. Foundation Figure 5D 7' 1-8 Rings BFT/ GHT 45° and 67° Round Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 19 5. Foundation Figure 5E 9' 2-9 Rings BFT/ GHT 45° and 60° Square Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 20 5. Foundation Figure 5F 9' 2-9 Rings BFT/ GHT 45° and 60° Round Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 21 5. Foundation Figure 5G 9' 9-11 Rings BFT/ GHT 45° and 60° Square Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 22 5. Foundation Figure 5H 9' 9-11 Rings BFT/ GHT 45° and 60° Round Pad PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 23: Chapter 6 Sidewall Assembly

    NOTE: Sidewall sheets are color coded on edges for gauge identification. Sheet Gauge Color Code Chart Code # Color Code Orange Blue Brown/Red Green Yellow/Blue Black Pink Light Blue PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 24: Caulking Detail

    Apply caulking on each side of the holes of the vertical seams and on each side of the horizontal row of holes. Caulking is applied to all BFT parts before assembly. Figure 6B PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 25: Sidewall Sheet Orientation

    26-27. After the roof is assembled, the tank can be rolled on its side for easier sidewall assembly. (See Figure 6F on Page 27.) Tighten all bolts from the nut side only. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 26 Be sure to stagger all vertical seams between rows. Figure 6D Ring Overlap Detail First ring assembly. Tighten bolts from the nut side only. Figure 6E PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 27 NOTE: The roof must be assembled on the first ring before rolling it over to its side. This will not be practical on taller tanks where jacks should be used. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 28: Chapter 7 Roof

    72), the two (2) roof panels with fill hole and exhaust hole must be located opposite each other on the Bulk Feed Tank. The peak ring may now be installed. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 29 7. Roof Figure 7B Lining Up Holes and Placing Bolts Figure 7C Roof Sheet Overlap Detail PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 30: Peak Ring Collar To Roof Panels

    7D. Note that the peak ring goes on the outside of the roof panels. Caulking Caulking Peak ring Figure 7D 5/16" x 3/4" Bin bolt Figure 7E Figure 7F Peak Ring Collar Detail PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 31: Chapter 8 Optional Bft Ladder Assembly

    Figure 8A Ref # Description L.H. Starter Bracket R.H. Starter Bracket Top 4' Ladder Section Connector Bracket Roof Ladder Section Roof Ladder Support Bracket Standoff Bracket Wedge PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 32: Starter Bracket Installation

    2.66" below and directly in line with the top row of pre-punched horizontal holes 18-3/4" apart. Refer to Figure 8B for additional clarification of hole locations. Use 5/16" and 3/4" bin bolts for connections. Figure 8B PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 33: Sidewall And Roof Ladder Installation

    Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or failure of the equipment. WARNING Roof Ladder Length Bin Diameter 30° Roof 40° Roof Figure 8C PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 34: Roof Ladder Support Bracket Installation

    See Figure 8J on Page 37 and the “maximum distances chart” to determine maximum allowable spacing of support brackets. Failure to follow instructions may cause damage or failure of the equipment. WARNING Figure 8D PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 35 8. Optional BFT Ladder Assembly Figure 8E Figure 8F PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 36 8. Optional BFT Ladder Assembly Figure 8G Figure 8I Figure 8H PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 37 Maximum allowable distance between ladder support 50 Inches bracket and the edge of the ladder at the eave Maximum allowable distance between ladder 10 Inches support bracket and edge of ladder at peak PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 38: Ladder Standoff Installation

    8K. Then, slide the standoff assembly along the ladder rail until the standoff is in line with the pre-punched hole in the horizontal seam and attach to the sidewall using 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts. Figure 8K PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 39: Ladder Section Assembly

    8L. Use 5/16" x 3/4" bolts for all connections. NOTE: With most installations, the last ladder section to reach the concrete will need to be cut to fit. Figure 8L PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 40: Ladder Support Detail

    Ladder Support Detail The ladder must be secured to the leg assembly with standoff brackets using support channels as shown Figure Figure 8M Diameter Support Channel BLK-10147 BLK-10148 BLK-10149 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 41: Chapter 9 Safety Cage

    9A. When installed correctly, the bottom of the extension rail should be flush with the bottom of the top ladder section. Use 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts for all connections. Figure 9A PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 42 Field drill four (4) 5/16" holes through both large and small tubes and bolt together using 1/4" x 1-1/2" bolts and nuts. This prevents the adjustable braces from slipping. (See Figure 9B.) Figure 9B PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 43: Safety Cage Hoop Assembly

    5/16" x 3/4" bolts with the head of the bolt to the inside of the safety cage. You may now bolt these assemblies to the safety cage brackets. Tighten bolts as you go. Figure 9C PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 44 9. Safety Cage Cage Hoop Bracket Detail Figure 9D Figure 9E PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 45: Safety Cage Installation

    The second set of vertical supports must be bent at the flat area to allow for the tapering of the bottom hoop assembly. Use 5/16" x 3/4" bolts with the head of the bolt to the inside of the safety cage. Figure 9F PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 46 Attach cage hoop bracket to ladder. See cage hoop bracket detail on Page Once cage hoop brackets are installed, attach cage hoop halves and tighten bolts. Repeat installation for each safety cage required. Figure 9G PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 47 Figure 10A on Page 48. Once the safety cage brackets are installed, attach the bell safety cage hoop half assembly to the safety cage brackets. Tighten bolts as you go. Figure 9H PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 48: Chapter 10 Roof Cap And Ground Control

    45° Bulk Feed Tanks. (See Figure 10A.) See Figure 10B on Page See Figure 10F on Page See Figure 10G on Page Figure 10A PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 49 9/16" ratchet, ensuring that the vertical flange tightens past the left edge of the top, horizontal flange, See Figure 10E on Page Mounting brackets Clamp Figure 10C Mount Lid to Peak Ring PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 50 10. Roof Cap and Ground Control Lever arm Mounting brackets Figure 10D Bracket should extend over flange. Figure 10E Tighten Bolts Until Flush with Bracket PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 51 Figure 10F Figure 10G PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 52 4. Install the decal DC-2123 to the inside of peak ring on the hinge side of the lid as shown in Figure 10H. Decal should be clearly visible when lid is open. DC-2123 Figure 10H PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 53 0.565" Long ARSM BLK-13028 Spring, R.H. Rear S-7383 Nylock Nut 3/8"-16 ZN Grade 5 S-10121 Bolt, HHCS 7/16"-14 x 9" ZN Grade 5 S-10138 Bolt, FHSCS #10-32 x 3/8" ZN PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 54: Chapter 11 Hopper Assembly

    All 9' diameter 60° 3-11 ring and 7' diameter 67° 5-8 ring tanks require hopper reinforcement angles. Angle covers entire seam (including hopper collar). WARNING Figure 11A PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 55 Figure 11C. Apply caulking between the hopper panel and the sidewall sheet. Figure 11C PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 56: Reinforcement Angles

    NOTE: Last (bottom) bolt in reinforcement angle goes through hopper collar also. Figure 11D Figure 11F Hopper Overlap and Bolt Detail for Tanks Figure 11E Hopper Overlap and Bolt Detail with Reinforcement Angle without Reinforcement Angle PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 57: Hopper Collar

    5/16" truss head bolts. Be sure to caulk between hopper collar and hopper panels. (See Figure 11G and Figure 11H.) Figure 11G Figure 11H PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 58 11I. Be sure to caulk between the hopper collar and hopper panels. (See Figure 11I.) Figure 11I 16" Hopper Collar 16" 45° (BLK-12341) (18 Holes) 16" 60° BLK-12342 (18 Holes) 7'-16" 67° BLK-12343 (18 Holes) 16" Hopper collar Figure 11J PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 59: Chapter 12 Legs And Leg Bracing

    Put all legs on, but DO NOT TIGHTEN until all braces are in place. Be sure to put leg braces on properly. (See Pages 60-61.) Figure 12A PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 60: Bracing Hole Layout

    12. Legs and Leg Bracing Bracing Hole Layout See bracing notes on Page Figure 12B 6' Leg 60° - 5-8 Rings Figure 12C 7' Leg 45° - 7-8 Rings PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 61 Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) See bracing notes on Page Figure 12D 9' Leg 45° - 7-11 Rings Figure 12E 7' Leg 67° - 7-8 Rings and 9' Leg 60° - 7-11 Rings PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 62: Hopper To Leg Horizontal Bracing

    Inside Cross Tie Brace Outside Cross Tie Brace 0 ** 0 ** 6' Diameter 60° Hopper 7' Diameter 67° Hopper 7' Diameter 45° Hopper 9' Diameter 60° Hopper 9' Diameter 45° Hopper PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 63 12. Legs and Leg Bracing Figure 12F 1 Set of Cross Tie Braces Figure 12G Cross Tie to Cross Tie Connection Figure 12H Brace to Leg Connection PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 64 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. Use 16" braces with 16" collar and 22" braces with 22" collars. Figure 12I Figure 12J Figure 12K PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 65: Leg Anchors

    9' Diameter 45° BLK-12111 6 or 9 BLK-12112 6 or 9 Leg Anchors NOTE: A number of tanks will utilize a leg with a welded base plate. Figure 12L PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 66 Use 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts and nuts when attaching the leg to base. Make sure a washer is used with the slots. Figure 12M Figure 12N Figure 12O PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 67: Chapter 13 Raising Bin

    Do not raise tank near power lines. Electrocution could occur if the tank came into contact with live power lines. WARNING Figure 13A PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 68: Lifting With Jacks

    When the legs are in place and tightened, release the jack enough to rest the tank on the legs. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 69: Lifting With Crane

    Raise it enough to assemble the next ring and/or to attach the legs. Reference a qualified rigger. Watch for power lines. The crane and anything associated with building the bin (due to height) can get in the way of power lines. WARNING PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 70: Anchoring Tank

    (See Figure 13D.) Standard Hopper Tank Anchoring Measure between opposite legs to be sure they are an equal distance apart before securing the tank with anchor bolts. Figure 13D PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 71: Tank Grounding Instructions

    Alternate Installation: Cables may be placed in the foundation or through PVC sleeve inserted in the slab during construction. Figure 13E Ref # Description Cable Clamp 5' (1524 mm) Copper Cable (Plain or Jacketed) Ground Rod Clamp Ground Rod 1/2" x 10' (3048 mm) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 72: Chapter 14 Pneumatic Fill Kit

    14. Pneumatic Fill Kit Pneumatic Fill Kit Assembly NOTE: Inlet and exhaust parts from roof eave upward supplied with kit. Figure 14A PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 73: Roof Panel

    Caulk sufficiently to provide weather-tight seal. Refer to PNEG-1904, that is included in the pneumatic fill kits for information on installation of the cap latch and lid sealing components. Figure 14B PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 74 NOTES PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 75: Chapter 15 Parts List

    8. 9' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications - (See Pages 90-91.) 9. 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Specifications - (See Pages 90-93.) 10. 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications - (See Pages 94-95.) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 76: 6' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Specifications

    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 detail on Page 24 for location of caulking. No cross tie bracing required. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 77 6' Outside Cross tie Brace (12 Gauge) BLK-10489 16" 60° Hopper Collar (24 Holes) (Shown) BLK-10342 22" 60° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) BLK-12516 6' 60° Hopper Reinforcement Angle (12 Gauge) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 78: 6' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications

    15. Parts List 6' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 79 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall S-396 Connection Only.) S-275 Leg to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) S-396 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 80: 7' Diameter 67° Hopper Tank Specifications

    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 detail on Page 24 for location of caulking. No cross tie bracing required. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 81 22" 67° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) BLK-12056 7' Ins ide Cros s Tie Brace (72.49") (12 Gauge) BLK-12057 7' Outs ide Cros s Tie Brace (72.49") (12 Gauge) BLK-12518 7' 67° Hopper Reinforcement Angle PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 82: 7' Diameter 67° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications

    15. Parts List 7' Diameter 67° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 83 52 or 88 Leg to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) S-396 52 or 88 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 84: 7' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Specifications

    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 detail on Page 24 for location of caulking. No cross tie bracing required. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 85 7' Outside Cross Tie Brace (72.49") (12 Gauge) BLK-12105 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (Shown) BLK-12106 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar BLK-12341 16" 45° Hopper Collar (18 Holes) (Shown) BLK-10854 22" 45° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 86: 7' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications

    15. Parts List 7' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 87 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall S-396 Connection Only.) S-275 Leg to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) S-396 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 88: 9' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Specifications

    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 detail on Page 24 for location of caulking. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 89 9' Ins ide Cros s Tie Brace (54.4") (12 Gauge) (9-11 rings) BLK-120591K 9' Outs ide Cros s Tie Brace (54.4") (12 Gauge) (9-11 rings ) BLK-12484 9' 60° Hopper Reinforcement Angle PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 90: 9' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications

    15. Parts List 9' Diameter 60° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 91 Hopper Panels to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall S-396 Connection Only.) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 92: 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Specifications

    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 detail on Page 24 for location of caulking. No cross tie bracing required. PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 93 6 or 9 BLK-120581K 9' Ins ide Cros s Tie Brace (54.4") (12 Gauge) (10-11 rings ) BLK-120591K 9' Outs ide Cros s Tie Brace (54.4") (12 Gauge) (10-11 rings ) PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 94: 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications

    15. Parts List 9' Diameter 45° Hopper Tank Hardware Specifications PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 95 Leg to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex 126 or 189 Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) S-396 126 or 189 PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...
  • Page 96 NOTES PNEG-1912 6', 7' and 9' Tall BFT Series and GHT Series...

  • Page 97: Chapter 16 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 © 2013 by GSI Group Printed in the USA CN-302959...

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