Grain-systems Tanks PNEG-4135A Manuel d'utilisateur

135 Ft Diameter Bin — AlphaModels:40–SERIES BINConstruction ManualPNEG-4135ADate: 10-14-13PNEG-4135A

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsTable 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols (cont'd.)Symbol DescriptionThis symbol indicates a potenti

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 6Purlin number 6 is located sixth from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-18 Purlin location 6A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549 andCTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0559)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 5Purlin number 5 is located fifth from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-19 Purlin location 5A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549and CTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0558)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 4Purlin number 4 is located fourth from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-20 Purlin location 4A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549and CTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0557)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 3Purlin number 3 is located second from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-21 Purlin location 3A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549and CTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0556)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 2Purlin number 2 is located second to the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground w

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-22 Purlin location 2A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549and CTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0555)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsATTENTION: Decal shown below must be present on the outside of the door cover of the two ring, 24 in.(61 cm) porthole doo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 1Purlin number 1 is located closest to the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-23 Purlin location 1A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549and CTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0554)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling a Double A-FrameTo achieve the required spacing between each A-frame, a double A-frame will need to be assembled pr

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-25 Double A-frame assembly exploded viewARoof rafter (CTR-0548 and CTR-0549)F1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)BLe

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Center Collar Channels and Cap PlatesThe following procedure is for assembling the center collar channels and cap p

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly8. Install the short center collar channels (F) to the third set of holes located on each long center collarchannel (I).9. Ins

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-28 Assembling the short center collar channels to the long center collar channelC 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-1025

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-29 Assembling the short center collar channels to the long center collar channelC 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-1025

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-30 Assembling the center cap platesA3/8 in. nut (S-456)N Tube caulkICenter collar channel assembly O Splice plate (CT

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-31 Assembly of side cap platesA3/8 in. nut (S-456) Q Side cap plate (CTR-0360), approximately 145lb (65.77 kg)LCenter

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsATTENTION: Decal shown below must be present on the outside of the door cover of the two ring, 24 in.(61 cm) porthole doo

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyNOTE: Eyebolt will pass through three layers of steel: the splice plate (V), the center cap plates (Land M), and the long cent

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyDetermine the correct orientation of the center collar in relation to any stairs or conveyor systems. Eachpiece of the center

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly6. Secure with flange bolts (L) and flange nuts (J).7. Locate the column of three holes (K) that are not paired together on th

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly10.Loosely tighten all of the hardware allowing the center collar pieces to be adjusted for alignment afterthe center collar c

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-35 Assembling the center collar channels and cap plates assemblyQ Appropriate lifting chains S Cap plate assembly, ap

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyCenter Collar PlacementThe following figure gives the approximate height needed to install the center collar.With two sidewall

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyIMPORTANT: The ladder assembly (A or B or C or D) and the manway hole (I or J or K or L) locationsmust be determined before th

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyGuidelines for Assembling and Lifting the A-Frame Rafter SectionsThe roof is assembled in sections and referred to as A-frame

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-39 Recommended lifting points for a Double A-frame sectionA Purlin clipThe A-frame rafter section has two configurati

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyTable 7-3 For alpha roofBin DiameterPeak Capacity Roof Snow LoadApproximate A-Frame Weight135 ft. (41.15 m) 50 K 30 PSF 2726 l

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsSafety Sign-off SheetSign-off sheet verifying that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions.As a re

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAA-frame rafter assembly C 1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)BCenter collar (CTR-0347)D1/2 in. flange nut (S-10253)Attachin

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling the Roof Panel ClipsThe roof panel clips are located at the top of the roof rafters nearest to the center collar ra

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyALeft-hand roof rafter (CTR-0548 and CTR-0549)D1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)BRoof panel clip (CTR-0346)E1/2 in. flange

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyInstalling the 6–Hole Intermediate PurlinsIntermediate purlins must be installed to connect each A-frame roof rafter assembly

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Roof PanelsRoof panels overlap the previous roof panel, giving protection from outside elements.Before You Begin

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyALower roof panel (CTR-0344)E5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611)D5/16-18 x 1 flange bolt with sealing washer(S-10260)G Roof rafter3.

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly7. After installing all the lower roof panels onto the roof, with assistance, position an middle roof panel(D) onto a A-frame

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-47 Installing the middle roof panelsALower roof panel (CTR-0344)F5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611)DMiddle roof panel (CTR-

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-48 Installing the first upper roof panelC Upper roof panel (CTR-0337)E5/16-18 x 1 flange bolt with sealing washer (S-

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-49 Installing the middle roof panelsC Upper roof panel (CTR-0337) F 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611)D Middle roof panel (

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Chapter 7: Roof Assembly22.Field drill holes (C) into the roof panels (A) through holes in the top flange of the rafters (E). Fastenthe panels and the

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyC Roof panel holes (drilled through rafter) G Roof panel holes (drilled through rafter clip)D PurlinInstalling the Roof Flashi

Chapter 7: Roof Assembly6. Install flange bolts (B) and flange nuts (C), securing the roof flashing section (A) to the roof panel ribs.7. Continue ins

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyInstalling Center Collar Channels and Cap Plates AssemblyThe following procedure is for installing the center collar channels

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-52 Lifting the center collar channel and cap platesA Tube caulk D Cap plate assembly, approximately 1700 lb(771.1 kg)

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-53 Cap plate assembly installedG 3/8 x 1 in. bolt with sealing washer (S-7487)IHoles for conveyor support bracketsH3/

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-54 Conveyor support bracketsA3/8 x 1-1/2 in. flange bolt (S-7488) C 3/8 in. flange nut (S-456)BConveyor support brack

8 AccessoriesTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Installing Roof Ladder Steps▪ Roof Ring Placement▪ Installing a Roof Ring▪ Installation of Peak–To– Exhau

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling Roof Ladder StepsRoof ladder steps will allow access to roof and manway access.What You Should KnowEach eave-to-peak

Chapter 8: AccessoriesUse the following table as a guide to the location of each ladder step (rung).Table 8-1 Ladder Rung Placement ChartBin DiameterL

2 General OverviewTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ General Information▪ Anchor Bolt Charts▪ Tools Required for Construction▪ Guidelines for Proper Stor

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: The table above shows the correct ladder step and part number to be installed in the correspondinghole in the roof rib. Sh

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling a Roof RingQuantity and part numbers of roof ring kits vary with the location placement and with the size of each bin

Chapter 8: Accessories6. Install the threaded stud (F) with stud nuts (G) to the end of the roof ring section (B).NOTE: Install the threaded stud (F)

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstallation of Peak–To– Exhauster Ladder KitBefore installing the roof exhauster, the peak-to-exhauster ladder kit may be insta

Chapter 8: AccessoriesTable 8-2 Peak-to-Exhauster Ladder Rung KitBin DiameterLocation 72 ft 75 ft 78 ft 90 ft 105 ft 135 ft↑Bin Peak37 LS-260-136 LS-2

Chapter 8: Accessories1. Position the roof panels (K) spanned by the roof exhauster mounting plate on the ground. Align theroof panel holes as if they

Chapter 8: Accessories5. Remove the roof exhauster mounting plate (F), to make the necessary cut along the mark or scribe(I).Figure 8-7 Using the roof

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-8 Roof exhauster assemblyA5/16 x 1 in. hex bolt (S-10260)D5/16 in. flange nut, (S-3611)BRoof exhauster hoodEExhauster m

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: The roof exhauster kit is shipped with additional parts. The following part numbers will not be usedon 40-series bins:MIS-

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-9 Installing roof exhausterARoof exhauster flashing (CTR-0347)E5/16 flange nut (S-3611)B5/16-18 x 1 flange bolt, with s

Chapter 2: General OverviewFigure 2-1 Anchor bolt chords for 135 diameter 3–post binBolt Radius (B)Anchor Quantityft and inm67 – 6-1/2 20.587 13516 Pn

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-10 Sealing caulk locationDRoof exhauster assemblyHSealing caulkAssembling the Auto Roof VentThe following instructions

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-11 Assembling the flapAHold-down angle (MIS-4404)DRoof vent housing assembly (MIS-6778)B5/16 x 1-1/4 in hex bolt (S-277

Chapter 8: Accessories5. Insert another hex bolt (B) through the other side of the roof vent housing (D), and install a flange nut(E) to the hex bolt

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling the Wire Grill Guard and Auto Roof VentsThe following instructions are for installing the wire grill guard roof vent

Chapter 8: AccessoriesC Foam strips (side strips MIS-6781) (topstrip MIS-6780)G 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-275)DRoof panel (part number varies)H5/1

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-14 Manway coverAHinge base (MW-291) GManway sillBManway roof panel (CTR-0302)HHinge leaf (MW-272)C 5/16 x 3/4 in. hex b

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: A portion of the last ladder section may need to be cut to fit the proper length to the ground or tothe intermediate platf

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-16 Positioning the ladderA Manway access B Ladder assembly1. Install the right-hand starter bracket (C) to the top hole

Chapter 8: Accessories7. Tighten hardware to the recommended torque specifications. See Bolt Torque Specifications, page26.8. Install the ladder (B) t

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-17 Installing ladder bracketsB Ladder assembly J5/16 in. hex bolt (S-275)C Starter bracket (RH LDR-4347)KStarter bracke

Chapter 2: General OverviewChord (A)Lengthft and inm1 3 – 1-3/4 0.9592 6 – 3-7/16 1.9163 9 – 5-1/8. 2.8734 12 – 6-11/16 3.827515 – 8-1/4 4.7826 18 – 9

Chapter 8: AccessoriesInstalling Inside Ladder Bottom BracketThe ladder bottom bracket keeps the lower portion of the ladder secure.What You Should Kn

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-18 Bottom ladder bracketA Ladder assembly E5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-7482)BLadder bottom bracket (LDR5133)F3/8 in.

Chapter 8: Accessories• Installation of multiple systems may require additional wind rings and must be placed a minimum of90 degrees apart. Installati

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-19 Two and three post stiffener examplesATypical 24-ring binDTwo post stiffenerBTypical 29-ring binEThree post stiffene

Chapter 8: AccessoriesTable 8-3 Sidewall Instructions (Two Post Stiffener)Number of Rings on the Bin Chute Location Horizontal Starting LocationAllLoc

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-20 First Chute Locations (Two Post Stiffener Only) and Spacing of each baffle chuteAStiffener’s center line G Field dri

Chapter 8: AccessoriesNOTE: Depending on the location of the baffle chute (C), the measurement from the sidewall edgewill vary (D or E).3. Locate the

Chapter 8: AccessoriesEMeasurement from edge of sidewall sheetto center line of baffle chute, 75 in. (190.5cm)KTypical spacing, approximately 8 in. (2

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-22 Vertical line location of discharge chuteAColumn of bolt holes C Measurement, approximately 11 in. (27.94 cm)BBaffle

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-23 Horizontal line location of discharge chuteD Vertical center line F Center of discharge chute locationE Sidewall hor

Chapter 2: General OverviewTools Required for ConstructionGeneral tools needed to perform this construction• Combination wrench set 7/16 in. to 1 in.•

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-24 Discharge Chute Hole OutlineD Vertical center line G Horizontal center line10.Separate the upper sidewall panel (I)

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-25 Discharge chute assembly (view form inside the bin)H Discharge chute assembly J Lower sidewall panelI Upper sidewall

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-26 Field drilling discharge chute assembly (view from inside the bin)H Discharge chute assembly K 3/8 x 1-1/2 in. flang

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-27 Reinstall baffle chute (view from inside the bin)BBaffle chuteM Field drilled hole location15.Tighten hardware to th

Chapter 8: AccessoriesWind Ring RequirementsWind rings give additional strength against high winds and uneven loads. The quantities and placement ofwi

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-29 Dimensions for OSHA Compliant Ladder Rung PlacementNOTE: Ensure the wind rings are installed in rela-tion to the lad

Chapter 8: Accessories1. Install a wind ring bracket (B) to each stiffener (C) using flange bolts (A) and flange nuts (D).Figure 8-30 Wind ring bracke

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-31 Exploded view of wind ring installed at upper portion of stiffenerAFlange bolt with sealing washer (partnumber will

Chapter 8: AccessoriesFigure 8-32 Weather Cover AssemblyA Universal weather cover plate (CHT-1351)D 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611)B1/4 in. self-drilling

GSI Group, LLC Limited WarrantyGSI Group, LLC Limited WarrantyThe GSI Group, LLC (“GSI”) warrants products which it manufactures to be free of defects

Chapter 2: General OverviewOverview for a Typical Bin InstallationThese are the typical steps one would perform when constructing a grain bin. Procedu

This equipment shall be installed in accordance with thecurrent installation codes and applicable regulationswhich should be carefully followed in all

All information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latestinformation available at the time of publication. The

Chapter 2: General OverviewGuidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack UsageThe following procedure is a guideline when using the required

Chapter 2: General OverviewGuidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall SheetUse the following as a general guideline the proper decal sheet placeme

Chapter 2: General OverviewFigure 2-3 Sample Gauge Sheet for a 3-Post 135 Diameter Bin22 Pneg-4135A 135 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin

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3 Hardware RequirementsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings▪ Hardware for 3–Post Sidewall Sheets on Bins that are 135 Ft in Diameter▪

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsTable 3-1 Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets on Bins that are 135 Ft in Diameter (cont'd.)GaugeHorizontal Seam V

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsIdentifying Bolt GradesBolts are identified by grade (or hardness), the grade can be identified by the markings on the

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsColor Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket LidsFor ease of identification, hardware is separated and identified by buckets wi

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt IdentificationUse the following information to identify the bolts and where each must be used during installation

Table of ContentsContentsChapter 1 Safety Precautions ...

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-7485An 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

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-7488An 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

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-10165An S–10165 is a 3/8 x 2 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.Bolt (S-10165) is used in

Chapter 3: Hardware RequirementsBolt S-10261An S–10261 is a 7/16 x 3 1/4 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.Bolt (S-10261) is use

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4 Assembling Sidewall SheetsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification▪ Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets▪

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsTable 4-2 Stripe Colors for Special Sidewall Characteristics (cont'd.)Extra Stripe ColorsType of Sidewall St

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsFigure 4-2 Standard and quad punched sidewall sheets as viewed from the outsideAVertical strip of caulkB10 in. (2

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsFigure 4-3 Caulking detail as viewed from inside of the binC 10 in. (25.4 cm) Strip of caulkD10 in. (25.4 cm) Str

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsCaulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern SheetsTo keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessar

Table of ContentsClose-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (16Ga) ...

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall SheetsFigure 4-5 Laminated figurate punched sidewall sheets view from outside of the binAStrip of caulkingB12 in. (30.4

Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall Sheets• When assembling two assembled laminated sheets to each other, apply a strip of caulk (A) near theoutside edge o

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5 Base Angle InstallationTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Installing the Base Angle▪ Anchor Bolt Detail▪ Installing the Base Angle Shims▪ Anchor Bolt W

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationFigure 5-1 Exploded view of base angle (view from inside the bin)A Final ring assembly D3/8 in. nut (S-9426)BBase an

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationAnchor Bolt DetailThe following is the minimum requirement for anchorage on standard tanks. Refer to sidedraw instru

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationInstalling the Base Angle ShimsA section of the base boot plate will rest on top of the base angle, therefore causin

Chapter 5: Base Angle InstallationAnchor Bolt Washer InstallationAnchor bolt washers help to cover the oversized hole in the base plate.Before You Beg

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6 StiffenersTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Stiffener Part Number Description▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification▪ Outside Stiffened Lamin

Table of ContentsAttaching the A-Frames to the Center Collar ... 129Attachi

Chapter 6: StiffenersStiffener Part Number DescriptionPart numbers are printed on the end of each stiffener with the last two numbers designating the

Chapter 6: StiffenersOutside Stiffened Laminated Stiffener to Sidewall (10 GaugeLaminated and Thicker Only)Use the following information to attach the

Chapter 6: StiffenersStandard StiffenersUse the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ringstiffeners.Fi

Chapter 6: StiffenersTop StiffenersUse the following information to determine the differences between the three types of top stiffeners.Figure 6-3 Ima

Chapter 6: StiffenersStiffeners SpliceUse the following information to determine the gauge of the splice needed to connect the stiffeners.Figure 6-4 S

Chapter 6: StiffenersBase StiffenersUse the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners.Figure 6-5 Images of the ba

Chapter 6: StiffenersBase BootsUse the following information to determine the differences between the base boots.Figure 6-6 Images of the base bootsCa

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and aTwo-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)Reference the following information fo

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-RingStiffener (16 Ga)Reference the following information for a close

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to aTwo-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)Reference the following information for a c

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Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to aTwo-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga)Reference the following information for

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to aBase Stiffener (2–8 Ga)Reference the following information when con

Chapter 6: StiffenersTwo-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga)ConnectionReference the following information for a close-punch connec

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to a BaseStiffener (10–16 Ga)Reference the following information for a cl

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener(2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga)Reference the following informat

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga) toa Laminated Base Stiffener (2–5 Ga) with a Base Insert (2–14 G

Chapter 6: StiffenersBase Stiffener (10–16 Ga) to a Base Boot ConnectionReference the following information when connecting a base stiffener (CTS-2123

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (2+2 Ga – 8 Ga) to aBase BootReference the following information for a close-punch co

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) with Insert(2+14 to 2+10 Ga) to a Base BootReference the following information when c

Chapter 6: Stiffeners12–Bolt Pattern Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners with InsertReference the following information for a close-punch connection of t

1 Safety PrecautionsTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Safety Guidelines▪ Cautionary Symbols▪ Safety Decals▪ Safety Sign-off SheetSafety GuidelinesSafety

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to LaminatedBase Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base BootReference the following

Chapter 6: StiffenersClose-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to LaminatedBase Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base BootReference the following

Chapter 6: StiffenersAll information, illustrations, photos, and specifications in this manual are based on the latestinformation available at the tim

7 Roof AssemblyTopics Covered in this Chapter▪ Attaching the Inside Stiffener to the Top Outside Stiffener▪ Attaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside S

Chapter 7: Roof Assemblysheet and three-post sidewall sheets will have three inside stiffeners per sheet. The inside stiffeners areonly located at the

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-2 Inside stiffener to the two-ring top stiffener for bins with an even number of ringsA Sidewall E Corrugation spacer

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside StiffenerEave brackets secure the roof rafter to the sidewall.Before You BeginInstall

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAttaching the Eave Angle to the Sidewall SheetThe eave angle secures each lower portion of the roof panels.What You Should Kno

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-4 Exploded view of eave angle (four roof panels)A First eave angle (CTR-0187) H Eave bracket (CTR-0550)B 5/16 in. fla

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyConnecting the Tension Member to the Eave BracketTension members connect to the eave brackets and are installed around the ins

Chapter 1: Safety PrecautionsFollow Safety Instructions — Read and Understand Manual• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safetysign

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling a Laminated RafterLaminated rafters nest together to give additional strength and should be assembled before attach

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyNOTE: Ensure that the flange of rafter clip (C) is facing up and seated below the flange of the rafterson one side and the fla

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyEach assembled roof rafter receives two center collar rafter clips, identified as the left center collar rafterclip (D) and th

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAbout Temperature Cable Brackets and A-Frame AssembliesTemperature cable bracket installation locations must be considered pri

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-9 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 135 ft diameter binA12.3 ft radius location C 55.

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyTable 7-1 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 135 ft diameter bin (cont'd.)A-frame number R

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyTable 7-1 A-frame installation sequence and temperature cable locations for 135 ft diameter bin (cont'd.)A-frame number R

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-10 Installing a temperature cable bracketARoof rafterDLeft purlin clip (CTR-0315)B10 in. temperature cable bracket (C

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-11 Supplier quick linkA PurlinC Supplier quick linkB Temperature cable bracket (CTR-0317)Attachment Locations of Purl

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-12 Location of purlins for a 135 ft (41.1 m) diameter binsALocation of purlin number 1 (CTR-0554) G Location of purli

Chapter 1: Safety Precautions• Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges onplastic or steel parts.Gloves• Wear steel-toed boots to help prote

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 11Purlin number 11 is located eleventh from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the gr

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-13 Purlin location 11ALeft-hand upper roof rafter (CTR-0548)F1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. fl

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 10Purlin number 10 is located tenth from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the groun

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-14 Purlin location 10ALeft-hand upper roof rafter (CTR-0548)F1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. fl

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyThe A-frame assembly consists of two roof rafters identified as the left-hand roof rafter (A) and the right-hand roof rafter (

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-15 Purlin location 9A Left-hand upper roof rafter (CTR-0548) H Purlin (CTR-0562)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 8Purlin number 8 is located eighth from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the ground

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-16 Purlin location 8A Left-hand upper roof rafter (CTR-0548) H Purlin (CTR-0561)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bolt (S-10252

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyAssembling Purlin Number 7Purlin number 7 is located seventh from the eave.Before You BeginPlace two roof rafters on the groun

Chapter 7: Roof AssemblyFigure 7-17 Purlin location 7A Left-hand lower roof rafter (CTR-0549 andCTR-0635)H Purlin (CTR-0560)B1/2 x 1-3/4 in. flange bo