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INSTALLATION MANUAL
INCLUDES
FRAMEWORK
COVER
05/11
Copyright 2011 Norseman Structures Inc. All Rights Reserved.
QL-SERIES
Utility Product Line
QL720
WIDTH : 72 ft
SEPARATE MANUALS
ARE SUPPLIED FOR
END ENCLOSURES
DOORS
WARRANTY
Installation Manual
M-QLS72
Winch Fastening System
HIGH PERFORMANCE
FABRIC Covers
ITEM 810058
Version 1.3
Supersedes 1.2
NSI1404 -10

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  • Page 1 Utility Product Line INSTALLATION MANUAL QL720 WIDTH : 72 ft INCLUDES SEPARATE MANUALS Winch Fastening System HIGH PERFORMANCE FRAMEWORK ARE SUPPLIED FOR END ENCLOSURES FABRIC Covers COVER DOORS NSI1404 -10 WARRANTY ITEM 810058 05/11 Copyright 2011 Norseman Structures Inc. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 2 HIGH PERFORMANCE FABRIC QLS72.1.3...
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT – READ MANUAL FIRST Failure to precisely follow all steps in this manual may create unsafe conditions and will invalidate the building Owner’s Warranty. PRODUCT USE LIMITATIONS THIS STRUCTURE HAS NOT BEEN ENGINEERED OR DESIGNED FOR USE AT A SPECIFIC SITE AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR LOCAL CONDITIONS.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Page TABLE OF CONTENTS STEP 1 - INSTALLATION TYPE ..................4 STEP 2 - REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ................4 STEP 3 - SITE PREPARATION ..................5 STEP 4 - BUILDING LAYOUT ..................6 STEP 5 - ANCHOR BOLTS ....................7 STEP 6 - ASSEMBLE ARCHES ..................7 STEP 7 - INSTALL COUPLER PROTECTORS ..............

  • Page 5: Step 1 - Installation Type

    Step 1 INSTALLATION TYPE LEG MOUNT • The leg attaches to the top surface of the foundation. • The cover fastening pipe is located above the first coupler and the cover lashing winches attach to the leg anchor bolts. • The curtain fastening pipe is located above the base and the curtain lashing winches attach to the leg anchor bolts.

  • Page 6: Step 3 Site Preparation

    BUILDINGS OVER 144' [44m] IN LENGTH See STEP 34, Page 21 Step 3 SITE PREPARATION NORSEMAN IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR FOUNDATION DESIGN OR INSTALLATION. Start with a level site. Measure and stake out the location of the corner piles A, B, C and D.

  • Page 7: Step 4 Building Layout

    Step 4 BUILDING LAYOUT Center-to-Center Measurements Center-to-Center Measurements Width Building Length Post Distance QL720 (W) WIDTH = 71' 6 1/2" [21805mm] (S) ON-CENTER AS ORDERED (L) LENGTH AS ORDERED ANCHOR BOLTS END ARCHES MIN Ø 3/4" [M20] INSIDE ARCHES MIN Ø 5/8" [M16] END ARCH GRID END FLAP WINCH Ø...

  • Page 8: Step 5 Anchor Bolts

    Step 5 ANCHOR BOLTS ANCHOR BOLTS - not supplied IMPORTANT Leg base End Arches - Minimum Ø 3/4" [M20] . must be fully Inside Arches - Minimum Ø 5/8" [M16] supported. Minimum 2" [102mm] exposed thread. Washers are required. Two (2) anchor bolts are required for each leg.

  • Page 9: Step 7 - Install Coupler Protectors

    Step 7 INSTALL COUPLER PROTECTORS The coupler protectors fit OVER the bolt head and nuts of the TOP of the ASSEMBLED arches. The coupler protectors ARE REQUIRED to protect the fabric cover. WARNING: FABRIC DAMAGE WILL OCCUR IF NOT INSTALLED. Remove or smooth any burs or irregularities before installing.

  • Page 10: Step 10 Erect End Arch

    Step 10 ERECT END ARCH LEGS MUST BE ATTACHED TO THE FOUNDATION BEFORE ERECTION. MOVE END ARCH INTO POSITION Position an end arch so that the arch can be tilted upright. Attach a spreader bar to the arch and elevate the truss into its upright position, and center it on top of the legs.

  • Page 11: Step 12 Install Purlins

    Step 12 INSTALL PURLINS ATTACH PURLINS USING 5/8" x 2 1/2" M16 x 65mm BOLTS AT COUPLER ATTACH PURLINS USING 5/8" x 2" M16 x 50mm BOLTS AT KINGPIN EXCEPT RIDGE PURLINS DOUBLE PURLINS ARE TO BE INSTALLED IN ALL CABLE BRACED BAYS. IMPORTANT INSTALL ALL PURLINS BETWEEN THESE FIRST TWO...
  • Page 12 Step 12 CONTINUED Tighten all bolts/nuts to assembly torque value- See Page 30 QLS72.1.3...

  • Page 13: Step 13- Install Cross Cables

    Step 13 INSTALL CROSS CABLES Cross cabled end arch (or arches) create a structural frame for the rest of the building. This QL720 building uses 2 cable length. Install LONG cables in every LOCATION A . Install SHORT cables in every LOCATION B . NOTE: Arch spacing determines cable length.

  • Page 14: Step 14 Tension Cross Cables

    Step 14 TENSION CROSS CABLES MAKE CROSSED CABLE LENGTHS EQUAL TO SQUARE THE FRAME Step 15 TIGHTEN CABLE TURNBUCKLE LOCKNUTS Step 16 ERECT ALL REMAINING LEGS AND ARCHES ERECT ALL REMAINING LEGS AND ARCHES AND INSTALL ALL PURLINS AND ALL CROSS CABLES Step 17 BUILDINGS OVER 144' [44M] - SEE APPENDIX A If you are erecting a building that is over 144' [44M] go to APPENDIX A on Page 22 of...

  • Page 15: Step 19 - Install Cover Fastening Pipe

    Step 19 INSTALL COVER FASTENING PIPES Use a ground sheet to protect the cover HINT while it is being prepared for installation. Roll out the cover and leave a small walk area along the building. Align the cover evenly to each end of the frame. Pipe raw edge can damage pocket fabric.

  • Page 16: Step 20 Install The Cover

    Step 20 INSTALL THE COVER NOTE: DO NOT install the cover onto the frame in high wind conditions. A slight breeze is the most advantageous for cover installation. Take advantage of the breeze by pulling the cover up over the arches with the breeze blowing into the cover .

  • Page 17: Step 21 - Install The Cover And Curtain Pvc Pipe

    Step 21 INSTALL COVER PVC PIPE Once the cover is on the frame and is sitting centered, square and straight, visually check to ensure the cover extends approximately 12" [305mm] on both ends of the building. Drill a hole in the smooth end of one PVC tube and tie the pull line to it.

  • Page 18: Step 23 - Install The End Flap Cable

    Step 23 INSTALL END FLAP CABLE Secure BOTH the cable and PVC tube casing to the end flap pull rope in an acceptable manner. Protect the fabric from any sharp edges. Feed and pull the cable through the end flap until it is equal on both sides. You may require a third person on a lift to assist the cable through the folds and creases.

  • Page 19: Step 25 Tension The Curtain Ends

    Step 25 TENSION THE CURTAIN ENDS Tension the curtain ends. Follow STEP 21 instructions on previous page. Hint - The fabric shifts down when final tension is applied. Always try to lace the belting on the down side of the web weld. Step 26 TERMINATE ALL FASTENING PIPES Cut the ends of the fastening pipe to fit...

  • Page 20: Step 27 - Tension The Cover

    Step 27 TENSION THE COVER 1. Use a 1 1/8" [29mm] wrench to tighten the cover lashing straps EXCEPT THE END STRAPS on both sides of the building. The tension for the lashing winches on this building has been calculated at 35 - 45 ft. lbs. [48 - 60N.m]. DO NOT EXCEED 45 ft. lbs. [60N.m].

  • Page 21: Step 30 Tension The End Flap Cables

    Step 30 TENSION THE END FLAP CABLES Trim the plastic cable casing back to where it exits the fabric pocket. Thread the end flap cable through the hole in the winch mount bracket and secure in the end flap winch so that the windings bind the cable end.

  • Page 22: Step 34 - Buildings Over 144' [44M] In Length

    Step 34 BUILDINGS OVER 144' [44m] IN LENGTH 1. Read the DESCRIPTION on the cover bag label to determine the cover TYPE. Go to the appropriate APPENDIX and follow the installation instructions. QLS72.1.3...

  • Page 23: Appendix A - Extrusion Connection

    APPENDIX A EXTRUSION CONNECTION Multiple covers are provided for buildings over 144' [44m] in length. This enables ease of onsite handling and installation. Normally covers are supplied in equal or near equal lengths. The longest cover length is 144' [44m]. Eg.
  • Page 24 2. WINCH BRACKET INSTALLATION Attach the cover joint winch angle bracket to the common arch base anchor bolts. Attach the winches using 5/8" x 1 1/4" [M16 x 30mm] bolts/nuts. 3. INSTALL EXTRUSION Install extrusion on the Common arch as shown using #12-14 x 1 1/4" [#12-14 x 30mm] Tek 3 screws.
  • Page 25 YOU MUST USE RATCHET STRAPS TO GET ADEQUATE LENGTHWISE TENSION ON THE COVER. SEE STEP 22, Page 16. 5. STABILIZER BRACKET INSTALLATION DO NOT INSTALL UNTIL AFTER THE COVER IS INSTALLED - DAMAGE TO FABRIC COULD OCCUR. A. Release the cover lashing winches on the common arch.

  • Page 26: Mounting Template

    8. 3 OR MORE COVERS - INNER COVERS - A - Install extrusion on all Common arches. B - Inner covers have a main cover part and a narrow connector part. Both parts have a keder end and a PVC pocket end and are laced together at the PVC connection.

  • Page 27: Appendix B - Flap Overlap Connection

    APPENDIX B FLAP OVERLAP CONNECTION Multiple covers are provided for buildings over 144' [44m] in length. This enables ease of on site handling and installation. Normally covers are supplied in equal or near equal lengths. The longest cover length is 144' [44m]. Eg.
  • Page 28 Step 17 DOUBLE TAB AND CROSS CABLE PLACEMENT FR0M PAGE 13 Use double tabs where cables are installed in adjacent bays. Remove and discard the single tabs. 5/8" x 3" M16 x 75mm bolts/nuts Install cables as required by the building's arch spacing. SPANNED CABLES MUST NOT...
  • Page 29 Release the fastening strap in the end arch winch of the first building. Join the fastening pipes of both covers and secure with Tek self-drilling bolts. Re-install the end fastening straps in the winches. Retighten the cover and curtain lashing winches and tighten all of the winches of the next cover.

  • Page 30: Squaring A Building Layout

    The following is a suggested method only. Norseman is not responsible for foundations. Measure and string a straight line the exact length of the building (D1-D2).

  • Page 31: Conversions

    CONVERSIONS FEET METERS INCHES MILLIMETERS .305 1/32" .610 2/32 1/16" ............914 3/32 1.219 4/32 2/16 1/8" ..........… 1.524 5/32 1.829 6/32 3/16" ............... 2.134 7/32 1 ft. lb. = 1.356 N.m 2.438 8/32 4/16 1/4" ......… 2.743 5/16 3.048 6/16 3/8"...

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