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GSi 40 Series Construction Manual

12'-48' diameter unstiffened bins, bin 4.00" corrugation 6000 lb. peak load roof
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12'-48' Diameter Unstiffened Bins
40-Series Bin 4.00" Corrugation
6000 lb. Peak Load Roof
Construction Manual
PNEG-4094
Date: 06-01-15
PNEG-4094

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  • Page 1 12'-48' Diameter Unstiffened Bins 40-Series Bin 4.00" Corrugation 6000 lb. Peak Load Roof Construction Manual PNEG-4094 Date: 06-01-15 PNEG-4094...
  • 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-4094 4.00" Corrugation 40-Series 12'-48' Unstiffened Bins...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Contents Chapter 1 Safety ..............................5 Cautionary Symbols Definitions ......................5 General Safety Statement ........................6 Safety Instructions ..........................7 Safety Sign-Off Sheet ........................... 9 Chapter 2 Decals ..............................10 Chapter 3 General Overview ..........................13 General Information ..........................13 Tools Required for Construction ......................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Chapter 9 Roof Assembly ........................... 63 Roof Assembly Instructions ......................... 63 Assembling Center Collar ........................65 Intermediate Center Collar (For 33'-48' Diameter Bins) ..............65 Roof Flashing (For 12'-30' Diameter Bins) ..................66 Roof Flashing (For 33'-48' Diameter Bins) ..................67 Roof Panel Instructions (For 12'-48' Diameter Bins) ................

  • Page 5: Chapter 1 Safety

    1. Safety Cautionary Symbols Definitions Cautionary symbols appear in this manual and on product decals. The symbols alert the user of potential safety hazards, prohibited activities and mandatory actions. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined below. This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation DANGER which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

  • Page 6: General Safety Statement

    1. 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 7: Safety Instructions

    1. 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 8 1. 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 Use Personal Protective Equipment •...

  • Page 9: Safety Sign-Off Sheet

    1. Safety Safety Sign-Off Sheet As a requirement of O.S.H.A., it is necessary for the employer to train the employee in the safe operating and safety procedures for this equipment. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping. 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.

  • Page 10: Chapter 2 Decals

    Make sure all roof vents are open and unobstructed. Start roof fans when supply fans are started. Do not operate when conditions exist that may cause roof vent icing. GSI Group, Inc. 217-226-4421 DC-969 PNEG-4094 4.00" Corrugation 40-Series 12'-48' Unstiffened Bins...
  • Page 11 3. Station another person outside the bin. 4. Avoid the center of the bin. 5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator. Failure to heed these warnings will result in serious injury or death. DC-GBC-1A GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421 PNEG-4094 4.00" Corrugation 40-Series 12'-48' Unstiffened Bins...
  • Page 12 4. See manufacturers instructions for proper use of factory supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems. Failure to heed these warnings could result in serious injury, death, structural damage or collapse of tank. DC-GBC-2A GSI GROUP, INC. 217-226-4421 PNEG-4094 4.00" Corrugation 40-Series 12'-48' Unstiffened Bins...

  • Page 13: Chapter 3 General Overview

    These include, but may not be limited to: 1. A sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI. 2. Roof instructions must be followed. Roof instructions are included in this manual.

  • Page 14: Guidelines For Proper Storage Of Grain Bin Materials Prior To Construction

    3. General Overview Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction Storage of the build materials prior to construction is important. Do not to allow moisture to remain between sheets or panels. Wet storage stain (rust) will develop when closely packed bundles of galvanized material, such as sidewall and roof sheets, have moisture present.

  • Page 15: Guidelines For Construction Procedures And Lifting Jack Usage

    3. General Overview Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage 1. Before constructing the bin, consider the location of the door and other accessories. Proper placement of lifting jacks in relationship to anchor bolts could make a difference on odd or even ring bins.

  • Page 16: Instructions For Stirring Devices

    “standard” series bin. Any re-circulating device or system should be used in the “re-circulating” series bins. NOTE: For GSI bins larger than 33'-48' diameter an alternate method of mounting is to attach suspension chain to intermediate center collar.

  • Page 17: Guidelines For Placement Of The Decal Sidewall Sheet

    3. General Overview Guidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall Sheet Use the following as a general guideline the proper decal sheet placement. NOTE: Refer to sidewall attachment detail and specific gauge sheet for the bin. The decal sheets are located in the third ring from the top.

  • Page 18: Chapter 4 Foundations

    4. Foundations Foundation Recommendations These are general foundation recommendations. Site conditions, system requirements and other factors may create foundation construction requirements not covered by this manual. Selecting the Proper Site Location 1. The selected site should be level, firm and free from underlying debris. The soil bearing capacity should be equal to or greater than required by the footing specifications.

  • Page 19: Foundation Forms

    4. Foundations Foundation Forms Circular foundation forms are commonly used for stiffened farm bins. Figure 4B Circular Form Ref # Description Footing Trench Carpenter’s Level Preparing the Foundation Forms 1. Having scribed the diameter of the foundation, proceed by digging the foundation’s footing, which consists of a large circular trench inside the foundation line.

  • Page 20: Placing The Reinforcement

    4. Foundations Placing the Reinforcement 1. Once the forms and trench have been prepared, begin placing the reinforcement rods and mesh in the foundation’s footing. Make sure the reinforcement rods are properly lapped by wiring. 2. Place at least 2" of compacted sand on the inside section of the foundation to provide a good base for the concrete and to protect against rodents.

  • Page 21: Anchor Bolt Charts

    4. Foundations Anchor Bolt Charts Prior to setting any anchor bolts, you must be sure to have the correct anchor bolt placement. NOTE: Refer to proper chart to find the anchor chord dimensions that correspond to the bin that is being built.
  • Page 22 4. Foundations Figure 4F Anchor Bolt Chords for 15' Diameter Figure 4G Anchor Bolt Chords for 15' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 23 4. Foundations Figure 4H Anchor Bolt Chords for 18' Diameter Figure 4I Anchor Bolt Chords for 18' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 24 4. Foundations Figure 4J Anchor Bolt Chords for 21' Diameter Figure 4K Anchor Bolt Chords for 21' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 25 4. Foundations Figure 4L Anchor Bolt Chords for 24' Diameter Figure 4M Anchor Bolt Chords for 24' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 26 4. Foundations Figure 4N Anchor Bolt Chords for 27' Diameter Figure 4O Anchor Bolt Chords for 27' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 27 4. Foundations Figure 4P Anchor Bolt Chords for 30' Diameter Figure 4Q Anchor Bolt Chords for 30' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 28 4. Foundations Figure 4R Anchor Bolt Chords for 33' Diameter Figure 4S Anchor Bolt Chords for 33' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 29 4. Foundations Figure 4T Anchor Bolt Chords for 36' Diameter Figure 4U Anchor Bolt Chords for 36' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 30 4. Foundations Figure 4V Anchor Bolt Chords for 42' Diameter Figure 4W Anchor Bolt Chords for 42' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...
  • Page 31 4. Foundations Figure 4X Anchor Bolt Chords for 48' Diameter Figure 4Y Anchor Bolt Chords for 48' Diameter Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 3-9 Rings Unstiffened Bin (4" Corrugation) 10 Rings Ref # Description Ref # Description Anchor Chord Dimensions Anchor Chord Dimensions Bolt Radius Bolt Radius Diameter...

  • Page 32: Placement Of The Vane Axial Fan Foundation

    4. Foundations Placement of the Vane Axial Fan Foundation If a fan or fan and heater combination is to be installed, determine the concrete foundation size. 1. The top of the fan foundation should be level with the top of the bin’s foundation. 2.

  • Page 33: Placement Of The Centrifugal Fan Foundation

    4. Foundations Placement of the Centrifugal Fan Foundation 1. A correct fan foundation should be poured 2" below the top of bin foundation for all centrifugal fans. 2. A foundation for heaters is not required, but is recommended. 3. Recommended foundation thickness is 4". 4.

  • Page 34: Floating Monolithic Foundations For Bins (With Up To 5 Rings)

    4. Foundations Floating Monolithic Foundations for Bins (with up to 5 Rings) The foundation design is based on a minimum allowable soil bearing capacity 3000 PSF. Bearing capacity of the soil should be determined by geotechnical investigation and be of uniform bearing capacity. 1.
  • Page 35 4. Foundations NOTE: All foundation specifications are recommendations only. Due to many variable conditions in actual installation, the manufacturer assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations. NOTE: Make sure to contact the manufacturer’s engineering department for additional information for heights more than 6".

  • Page 36: Frost Free Foundation Recommendations

    4. Foundations Frost Free Foundation Recommendations The foundation design is based on a minimum allowable soil bearing capacity 3000 PSF. Bearing capacity of the soil should be determined by geotechnical investigation and be of uniform bearing capacity. 1. All reinforcement must meet the requirements of ASTM A615 grade 60 deformed bars. 2.
  • Page 37 4. Foundations NOTE: All foundation specifications are recommendations only. Due to many variable conditions in actual installation, the manufacturer assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations. NOTE: Make sure to contact the manufacturer’s engineering department for additional information for heights more than 6".
  • Page 38 4. Foundations Specifications for 33' Diameter Bin Outside Sq. Ft. Optional 18" x 18" Length #6 Total Cu.Yds. Ring Radius Mesh Grid (ft.) Bar (ft.) Concrete 1'-3" 17'-3" 1700 1100 7, 8 1'-11" 17'-4" 1700 1100 9, 10 2'-9" 17'-6" 1700 1100 11, 12...

  • Page 39: Inverted "T" Foundation (3000 Psf Soil Bearing Capacity)

    4. Foundations Inverted “T” Foundation (3000 PSF Soil Bearing Capacity) 1. Determine bearing capacity of soils by using geotechnical investigations. Found all footings on soils of uniform bearing capacity. 2. All bins with a diameter of 60' or larger must use ASTM A615 grade 60 deformed bars for concrete reinforcement.
  • Page 40 4. Foundations NOTE: All foundation specifications are recommendations only. Due to many variable conditions in actual installation, the manufacturer assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations. Specifications for 18' Diameter Bin #4 Bar #5 Bar Cu.
  • Page 41 4. Foundations Specifications for 30' Diameter Bin #4 Bar #5 Bar Cu. Yds. Ring (Center to Center) (ft.) (ft.) Concrete 1'-3" 15'-8" 15'-8" 5 #4’s 2 #5’s #5 at 14" c/c 3000 7, 8 1'- 11" 15'-8" 16'-0" 5 #4’s 2 #5’s #5 at 14"...

  • Page 42: Base Angle Installation

    4. Foundations Specifications for 48' Diameter Bin #4 Bar #5 Bar Cu. Yds. Ring (Center to Center) (ft.) (ft.) Concrete 1'-6" 24'-7" 24'-8" 5 #4’s 2 #5’s #5 at 14" c/c 5600 7, 8 2'-3" 24'-7" 25'-0" 5 #4’s 3 #5’s #5 at 14"...

  • Page 43: Chapter 5 Hardware Requirements

    5. Hardware Requirements Bolt and Nut Pairings This chart lists the correct nut to use with each size of bolt. Nut Part # Nut Size Type Hex or Flanged Bolt Size Bolt Part # 5/16" x 1" S-10260 S-396 5/16" 5/16"...

  • Page 44: Bolt Torque Specifications

    Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by GSI. Grade 2 Bolts Grade 2 bolts are designated with a plain head and are not used in GSI grain bins. Grade 5 Bolts Grade 5 bolts are designated by three (3) slash marks on the head. All 5/16" diameter bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.

  • Page 45: Bolt Identification

    5. Hardware Requirements Bolt Identification Use the following information to identify the bolts and where each must be used during installation. Bolt (S-10260) An S-10260 is a 5/16" x 1" JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer. Bolt (S-10260) is used in the following locations: 1.
  • Page 46 5. Hardware Requirements Bolt (S-7485) An S-7485 is a 3/8" x 1" JS hex bolt with flanged head and without a sealing washer. Bolt (S-7485) is used in the following locations: 1. Use in 48' farm roof only. 2. The color of bucket lid is light green. 1.350"...

  • Page 47: Color Chart For Bin Hardware Bucket Lids

    5. Hardware Requirements Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids For ease of identification, hardware is separated and identified by buckets with color coded lids. Use the following chart to help identify the correct hardware. Part # Color Bucket Count Lid Color Description S-10260...

  • Page 48: Chapter 6 Gauge Sheet

    6. Gauge Sheet Sidewall Gauges 4.00" Standard Bin Sidewall Gauges UNDERLINE Denotes 2 ring door location Model # Bin Diameter # Rings 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004 4004...
  • Page 49 6. Gauge Sheet 4.00" Heavy Bin Sidewall Gauges UNDERLINE Denotes 2 ring door location Model # Bin Diameter # Rings 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4004-0XXYYH 4.00" Re-Circulating Bin Sidewall Gauges UNDERLINE Denotes 2 ring door location Model # Bin Diameter # Rings...

  • Page 50: Chapter 7 Assembling Sidewall Sheets

    7. Assembling Sidewall Sheets Guidelines for Constructing Sidewall Sheets 1. Before bolting the sidewall sheets together, check for the proper gauge of steel for the first ring. Higher gauge numbers denote the thinner materials. (For example, 20 gauge material is thinner than 14 gauge.) 2.

  • Page 51: Orientation Detail For Top Sidewall Sheets

    7. Assembling Sidewall Sheets Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets To avoid the misalignment of the holes, it is necessary to use the correct orientation of the sidewall sheet during installation. (See Figure 7A.) NOTE: Always assemble the top sidewall sheets with the orientation shown. Figure 7A Top Sidewall Sheet Orientation (Viewed from Outside of the Bin) Ref # Description...

  • Page 52: Caulking And Bolting Detail For Standard Sidewall Sheets

    7. Assembling Sidewall Sheets Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets To keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessary to apply caulk to each sheet prior to installing. (See Figure 7B.) NOTE: Always assemble the sidewall sheets with the overlap in the same direction. Figure 7B Standard Sidewall Sheets as Viewed from the Outside of the Bin Ref # Description...
  • Page 53 7. Assembling Sidewall Sheets Caulking and Bolting Detail for Standard Sidewall Sheets (Continued) 1. Apply a strip of caulk (A) near the outside edge of the outer sheet and between the outer two (2) rows of bolts (A), then apply a strip of caulk 10" (25.4 cm) long along the horizontal seams, as shown Figure Figure 7C Caulking and Bolting Details (Viewed from Inside of the Bin) Ref #...

  • Page 54: Chapter 8 Door Assembly

    8. Door Assembly Door Placement Consider the location of the door and other accessories before starting the bin. Proper placement of lifting jacks in relationship to the anchor bolts could make a difference on odd or even ring bins. (See Figure 8A and Figure 8B.) NOTE: The walk-through diameter door must be centered between two (2) anchor bolts.

  • Page 55: Ring Door Installation

    8. Door Assembly 2 Ring Door Installation Before starting to install, be sure the correct door has been received. Note that one ring doors are standard with some sizes of bins/silos. Refer to round access door installation instructions. 2 Ring Door Installation Instructions 1.
  • Page 56 8. Door Assembly Before You Begin Before starting to install, make sure the correct door has been received. 1. Remove the inner door panels (S, T and U) and outer door cover (A) from the door assembly. 2. Apply two (2) rows of rope caulk around all four door flanges: On vertical flanges, one row of caulk should be applied between the two (2) vertical rows of bolts and the other row of caulk should be applied between the door frame and the first row of vertical bolts.
  • Page 57 8. Door Assembly NOTE: 12'-27' Diameter bins (WD-6241 and WD-6245) 30'-42' Diameter bins (WD-6242 and WD-6246) 48' Diameter bins up to 8 rings Door hold back detail Figure 8D Standard 2 Ring Door PNEG-4094 4.00" Corrugation 40-Series 12'-48' Unstiffened Bins...
  • Page 58 8. Door Assembly Ref # Part # Description WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-2854 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-033 Door Retainer WD-6124 Outer Cover Latch Mount Base WD-6066 Outer Cover Hinge Base WD-6055 Bottom Inner Door Hinge WD-6056...
  • Page 59 8. Door Assembly NOTE: 48' Diameter Bins 9 rings (WD-6244 and WD-6248) Door hold back detail Figure 8E Heavy 2 Ring Door PNEG-4094 4.00" Corrugation 40-Series 12'-48' Unstiffened Bins...
  • Page 60 8. Door Assembly Ref # Part # Description WD-039 Outer Door Cover WD-2854 Outer Cover Latch Bracket WD-225 Outer Cover Hinge Bracket WD-035 Door Cover Brace Section WD-033 Door Retainer WD-6124 Outer Cover Latch Mount Base WD-6066 Outer Cover Hinge Base WD-6055 Bottom Inner Door Hinge WD-6056...

  • Page 61: Options For Two Ring Door - Inner Door Auger Hood (For 12'-24' Diameter Bins)

    8. Door Assembly Options for Two Ring Door - Inner Door Auger Hood (For 12'-24' Diameter Bins) 1. Remove bolts, lock washers and nuts along each side of large square opening on the inner door panel (B). 2. Position auger shield (E) as shown and bolt to the underside of the upper angle (C) and the lower angle (D).

  • Page 62: Options For 2 Ring Door - Bin Step

    8. Door Assembly Options for 2 Ring Door - Bin Step 1. Attach the left and right sides (B and C) to the sides of the bin door step (D) using bolts (E) and nuts (G). 2. Center the assembled step under the bin door and use it as a template to field drill the holes (F) in the sidewall sheet on the ridges of the corrugation.

  • Page 63: Chapter 9 Roof Assembly

    9. Roof Assembly Roof Assembly Instructions IMPORTANT: Maximum weight to be supported and/or suspended from the roof is to be 6000 pounds for 12'-48' bin (non-trussed) only. 1. After completing the first sidewall ring, begin with the center collar sections. 2.
  • Page 64 9. Roof Assembly Use with 1 Ring of 4.00'' Corrugated Sidewall Bin Diameter “A” 7'-2" 8'-0" 8'-10" 9'-8" 10'-7" 11'-6" 12'-5" 12'-5" 13'-3'' 15'-1'' 16'-4" NOTE: For 12'-30' diameter bins, the height (A) is measured to the top of the center collar. NOTE: For 33'-48' diameter bins, the height (A) is measured to the top of the intermediate center collar.

  • Page 65: Assembling Center Collar

    9. Roof Assembly Assembling Center Collar The standard roof with a dome cap lid will have a center collar assembled from three (3) pieces. The dome cap will mount onto it as well as the flashing. The dome cap is standard on all 12'-48' 40-Series bins. Assemble the three (3) center collar (A) pieces together using flange bolts (B) and flange nuts (C).

  • Page 66: Roof Flashing (For 12'-30' Diameter Bins)

    9. Roof Assembly Roof Flashing (For 12'-30' Diameter Bins) The roof flashing (C) will seal the area between the center collar (A) and the roof panels. The flashing pieces are assembled to the center collar (A) before attaching the roof panels to the flashing. 1.

  • Page 67: Roof Flashing (For 33'-48' Diameter Bins)

    9. Roof Assembly Roof Flashing (For 33'-48' Diameter Bins) The roof flashing (E) will seal the area between the center collar (A) and the roof panels. The flashing pieces are assembled to the center collar (A) after attaching the roof panels to the intermediate center collar (H).

  • Page 68: Roof Panel Instructions (For 12'-48' Diameter Bins)

    9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (For 12'-48' Diameter Bins) 1. For better results in erecting the roof, install one roof panel (B) in three (3) places. 2. After these three (3) panels are in place, the peak assembly should be centered. 3.
  • Page 69 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (Continued) 12'-15' outside inside inside outside Figure 9G Roof Panel Assembly (12'-15' Diameter Bins) Ref # Description Ref # Description Center Collar (CRP-4608) Roof Step Roof Panel Intermediate Eave Angle (CTR-1183) Roof Flashing Steel Backed Neoprene Washer (S-1463) 5/16"...
  • Page 70 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (Continued) NOTE: For 18'-24' diameter bins, an additional roof channel (O) must be installed under the ribs of the roof panel (B) where the roof steps (J) are to be installed. Make sure to start roof channel (O) assembly from the second hole of bottom rib in the roof panel (B).
  • Page 71 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (Continued) 27'-30' outside inside inside outside Figure 9I Roof Panel Assembly (27'-30' Diameter Bins) Ref # Description Ref # Description Center Collar (CRP-4608) Roof Step Roof Panel Intermediate Eave Angle (CTR-1183) Roof Flashing Steel Backed Neoprene Washer (S-1463) 5/16"...
  • Page 72 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (Continued) inside outside inside outside Figure 9J Roof Panel Assembly (33' Diameter Bin) Ref # Description Ref # Description Roof Panel Intermediate Eave Angle (CTR-1183) 5/16" x 1" Flange Bolt (S-10260) Steel Backed Neoprene Washer (S-1463) 5/16"...
  • Page 73 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (Continued) NOTE: For 36' diameter bins, the gap between the intermediate center collar (I) and the roof panels (B) will be sealed with foam sealant (Q) around the center collar. (See Figure 9K.) inside outside outside inside...
  • Page 74 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (Continued) inside outside outside inside Figure 9L Roof Panel Assembly (42' Diameter Bin) Ref # Description Ref # Description Roof Panel Intermediate Eave Clip (CTR-1183) 5/16" x 1" Flange Bolt (S-10260) Steel Backed Neoprene Washer (S-1463) 5/16"...
  • Page 75 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (For 48' Diameter Bin Only) 7. Connect the two (2) roof channels (O) together with the roof channel splices (P and AC) with bolts (R) and nut (AD) as shown in Figure 8. Install the two (2) purlin clips (S) on the roof channel (O) with the bolts (R) and nuts (AD). Figure 9M Ref # Part #...
  • Page 76 9. Roof Assembly Roof Panel Instructions (For 48' Diameter Bin Only) 9. Install the roof channel (O) under the ribs of the roof panels (B). Make sure to start the roof channel assembly from the fourth hole from the bottom of the roof panel rib. 10.
  • Page 77 9. Roof Assembly Ref # Part # Description CRP-4608 Center Collar CTR-0390 Roof Panel S-10260 5/16" x 1" Flange Bolt S-3611 5/16" Flange Nut R-007-1 Eave Clip CTR-0796 Intermediate Center Collar 48' Roof - Green (3) Roof Step CTR-1183 Intermediate Eave Clip S-1463 Steel Backed Neoprene Washer Used with Standard Roofs...
  • Page 78 9. Roof Assembly 12'-30' Figure 9O Section through Center Collar (12'-30' Diameter Bins) 33'-48' Figure 9P Section through Center Collar (33'-48' Diameter Bins) Ref # Part # Description CRP-4608 Center Collar Roof Panel Roof Flashing S-3611 5/16" Flange Nut CRP-4602 Peak Cap CRP-4689 Cap Hold-Down Bracket...
  • Page 79 9. Roof Assembly 14. After all the roof panels (B) have been attached to the roof flashing (C), place the roof panel seal clip (AB) between the bottom of the flashing and the top of the roof ribs. NOTE: Make sure to push the seal clip in as far as possible for maximum sealing. 12'-24' Figure 9Q Roof Panel Seal Clip (12'-24' Diameter Bins) Roof Panel Seal Part Numbers (AB)

  • Page 80: Installing The Manway Cover

    9. Roof Assembly Installing the Manway Cover Installation of a manway cover is necessary if a manway hole is present. Round manway cover details for bins 60' and smaller. 1. Apply caulking to the underside of the moisture diverter (J) and install to the manway roof panel (N). 2.
  • Page 81 9. Roof Assembly Installing the Manway Cover (Continued) Figure 9S Manway Cover Ref # Ref # Description Ref # Ref # Description ACD-4506 Hinge Base S-10260 5/16" x 1" Hex Bolt ACD-4505 Hinge Leaf CRP-4998 Manway Seal Strip S-10260 5/16" x 1" Hex Bolt CRP-4999 Moisture Diverter ACD-4513...

  • Page 82: Roof Ring Locations

    9. Roof Assembly Roof Ring Locations Two (2) support rings are standard for 12'-48' diameter bins. IMPORTANT: Maximum weight to be supported and/or suspended from the roof is to be 6000 pounds only. To determine the location of the roof rings, start at the wide or eave of the roof panel and count each hole.
  • Page 83 9. Roof Assembly Bin Diameter Roof Roof Ring Location Number of Roof Ring Color Code Ring Location from Center Collar Pipes per Ring 15 (T) Yellow/White Hole 18 (T) Yellow/White Hole 18 (B) Blue/White Hole 21 (T) Yellow/White Hole 21 (B) Red/White Hole 24 (T)

  • Page 84: Installing A Roof Ring

    9. Roof Assembly Installing a Roof Ring Quantity and part numbers of roof ring kits vary with the location placement and with the size of each bin. The following procedure will be similar for each kit. 1. Determine the quantity of roof ring clips (C) needed for the roof ring section (B) being installed. NOTE: Each roof panel rib must have a roof ring clip installed.
  • Page 85 9. Roof Assembly Installing a Roof Ring (Continued) 5. Locate a threaded stud (F) and install stud nuts (G) evenly and to the center of the threaded stud (F). 6. Install the threaded stud (F) with stud nuts (G) to the end of the roof ring section (B). NOTE: Install the threaded stud (F) to the side where the next roof ring section will be installed.

  • Page 86: Chapter 10 Accessories

    10. Accessories Ladder Section Assembly NOTE: With most installations, the ladder section installed to reach the ground will need to be cut to fit. Two (2) splice plates (A) are required to attach each ladder section (B). The head of the bolt should be to the inside of the ladder with the splice plate (A) on the outside as shown in Figure 10A.

  • Page 87: Platform Support Assembly

    10. Accessories Platform Support Assembly When starting the platform support, attach the mounting angle to the sidewall of the grain bin. Refer to the correct holes to be used by the platform. Attach the angle using 5/16" x 1" bolts and nuts, tighten at this time.

  • Page 88: Eave Adjustable Braces

    10. Accessories Eave Adjustable Braces The adjustable braces must be attached at this time. An eave adjustable brace is comprised of one large diameter tube and two (2) smaller diameter tubes. (See Figure 10C.) Slide the smaller tubes inside the larger tubes and attach one smaller tube to the top of the ladder extension rail.
  • Page 89 10. Accessories Figure 10F Ladder and Brackets as Viewed Figure 10E from Top of Bin Ref # Part # Description LDR-4346 L.H. Starter Bracket LDR-4347 R.H. Starter Bracket LDR-4314 Standoff Bracket LDR-4403 Spacer Bracket LDR-4198 Standoff Wedges LDR-4199 Cage Hoop Bracket 8' Extension Rail LS-6616 End Tube...

  • Page 90: Platform And Handrail Assembly

    10. Accessories Platform and Handrail Assembly Start by attaching the platform to the platform support using 5/16" x 1" bolts and nuts. Place all the vertical angles in place, making sure to place the vertical entrance angle to the left front corner of the platform.

  • Page 91: Eave Safety Cage

    10. Accessories Eave Safety Cage Before attaching any pieces to the ladders of platform, some pre-assembly is required. Attach two (2) safety cage brackets to the ladder section. (See Figure 10L on Page 94 for assembly details.) Bolt the safety cage hoop adjuster plates onto the extension angle as shown. Using the proper configuration based upon the diameter of the bin, bolt the safety cage hoop adapters together and attach to the safety cage hoop halves.

  • Page 92: Safety Cage Hoop Adapter Detail

    10. Accessories Safety Cage Hoop Adapter Detail 18' Diameter through 21' Diameter Bins Configuration 1 Configuration 2 Configuration 3 Figure 10I 18' Diameter through 21' Diameter Bins Ref # Description 3/4" Overlap 5-1/4" Overlap 9-3/4" Overlap Adjuster Plate Connection Detail Figure 10J to determine the proper holes used when attaching the hoop adapter to the adjuster plate.

  • Page 93: Vertical Supports

    10. Accessories Vertical Supports After all three (3) hoop assemblies are in place, attach the 48" vertical supports from hoop assembly to hoop assembly as shown. This will require ten (10) supports, five (5) between each set of hoops. The 2 set of vertical supports will need to be bent at the flat area to allow for the tapering of the bottom hoop assembly.

  • Page 94: Safety Cage

    10. Accessories Safety Cage Attach the vertical support pieces to the existing hoop halves above using the 5/16" x 1" bolts and nuts (with the heads on the inside of the cage). Fasten two (2) hoop halves together and bolt to other end of vertical supports.

  • Page 95: 24" Safety Cage Bell Sections

    10. Accessories 24" Safety Cage Bell Sections Attach the vertical supports to the hoop half assembly from the final safety cage installation using 5/16" x 1" bolts and nuts (with the heads on the inside of the cage). Assemble the special bell safety cage hoop halves and attach to other end of vertical supports.

  • Page 96: Temperature Cable Support Package Instructions For Eave Heights Of 40'-5" (12.32 M) Or Less (Optional)

    10. Accessories Temperature Cable Support Package Instructions for Eave Heights of 40'-5" (12.32 m) or Less (Optional) For 27'-33' Diameter Bins 1. For 27' (8.23 m)-33' (10.06 m) diameter bins, the temperature cable support package shall span one roof panel. 2.
  • Page 97 10. Accessories 9. No more than one cable should be supported from a pair of roof rafters. 10. If it is desired to support the cable from the flange of the support channel, it will be necessary to reinforce the flange with a 12" section of 3" x 3" x 3/16" angle. 11.
  • Page 98 10. Accessories Figure 10O (For 36' and 42' Diameter Bins) Ref # Part # Description CRP-5787 L.H. Temperature Cable Support Angle CRP-5786 R.H. Temperature Cable Support Angle Cable Attachment Bracket Support Channel CRP-5422 Reinforcement Angle CRP-4793 Roof Channel 11. No more than one cable should be supported from a pair of roof rafters. 12.
  • Page 99 10. Accessories For 48' Diameter Bins Use these instructions for the temperature cable support package installation of 48' (14.63 m) diameter bins. 1. All 48' (14.63 m) packages shall span three (3) roof panels as shown in Figure 10P. 2. One package should be provided for each cable in the tank with the exception of the center cable. 3.
  • Page 100 10. Accessories 10. Attach the cable attachment bracket (E) in the center of the support channel (F) to hang the cable. Figure 10Q (For 48' Diameter Bin) Ref # Part # Description CRP-6262 Temperature Cable Z Reinforcement CRP-5787 L.H. Temperature Cable Support Angle CRP-5786 R.H.

  • Page 101: Chapter 11 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 102 Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made. 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL 62510-0020 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 Fax: 1-217-226-4420 www.gsiag.com GSI is a worldwide brand of AGCO Corporation. Copyright © 2015 by The GSI Group, LLC Printed in the USA CN-316800...

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