75 Ft Diameter Bin

Models: 40–SERIES BIN

Construction Manual

PNEG-4075 Version 1.0

Date: 05-27-13

PNEG-4075 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.

2 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Table of Contents Contents

Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ...... 7 Safety Guidelines ...... 7 Cautionary Symbols ...... 9 Safety Decals...... 10 Safety Sign-off Sheet...... 13 Chapter 2 General Overview ...... 15 General Information...... 15 Anchor Bolt Charts ...... 15 Tools Required for Construction...... 17 Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction ...... 17 Overview for a Typical Bin Installation ...... 18 Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage ...... 19 Guidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall Sheet ...... 20 Sample Gauge Sheet ...... 20 Chapter 3 Hardware Requirements ...... 23 Bolt and Nut Pairings ...... 23 Hardware for 3–Post Sidewall Sheets on bins that are 18 to 90 Ft in Diameter and 105 Ft Bins that are 27 Rings and Shorter...... 23 Bolt Torque Specifications ...... 24 Identifying Bolt Grades...... 25 Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids...... 26 Bolt Identification...... 27 Bolt S-275...... 27 Bolt S-10260...... 27 Bolt S-277...... 27 Bolt S-7485...... 28 Bolt S-7487...... 28 Bolt S-7486...... 28 Bolt S-7488...... 29 Bolt S-10252...... 29 Bolt S-10261...... 30 Chapter 4 Assembling Sidewall Sheets ...... 31 Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification...... 31 Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets ...... 32 Caulking Detail for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets ...... 32 Caulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern Sheets ...... 35 Chapter 5 Base Angle Installation...... 37 Installing the Base Angle...... 37 Anchor Bolt Detail...... 39 Installing the Base Angle Shims...... 40 Anchor Bolt Washer Installation ...... 41 Chapter 6 Stiffeners...... 43 Stiffener Part Number Description...... 44 Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification...... 44 Standard Stiffeners...... 45 Top Stiffeners...... 46 Stiffeners Splice ...... 47 Base Stiffeners...... 48 Base Boots ...... 49 Close-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) ...... 50 Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) Connection...... 50 Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)...... 51

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Two-Ring Stiffener (15-16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) Connection...... 51 Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) ...... 52 Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) Connection...... 52 Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) ...... 53 Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Close-Punch Base Stiffener (2–8 Ga) Connection ...... 53 Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (2–8 Ga) ...... 54 Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) Connection ...... 54 Two-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) Connection ...... 55 Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) Connection...... 55 Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) ...... 56 Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga) ...... 57 Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners (2 Ga) with Inserts (10–14 Ga)...... 57 Close-Punch Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga) to a Laminated Base Stiffener (2–5 Ga) with a Base Insert (2–14 Ga)...... 58 Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) to a Base Boot Connection...... 59 Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) to a Base Boot...... 59 Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (2+2 Ga – 8 Ga) to a Base Boot...... 60 Close-Punch Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) with Insert (2+14 to 2+10 Ga) to a Base Boot ...... 61 Close-Punch Standard Stiffener to a 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener with Insert...... 61 12–Bolt Pattern Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners with Insert...... 62 Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base Boot...... 63 Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base Boot...... 64 Chapter 7 Roof Assembly...... 67 Attaching the Inside Stiffener to the Top Outside Stiffener ...... 67 Attaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside Stiffener...... 70 Attaching the Eave Angle to the Sidewall Sheet ...... 71 Connecting the Tension Member to the Eave Bracket ...... 73 Attaching the Center Collar Rafter Clips to the Rafter...... 74 About Temperature Cable Brackets and A-Frame Assemblies...... 75 Assembling the Temperature Cable Bracket ...... 78 Attachment Locations of Purlins to Rafters...... 81 Assembling Purlin Number 4 ...... 82 Assembling Purlin Number 3 ...... 84 Assembling Purlin Number 2 ...... 86 Assembling Purlin Number 1 ...... 88 Assembling a Double A-Frame ...... 91 Assembling the Center Collar ...... 94 Center Collar Placement ...... 97 Guidelines for Assembling and Lifting the A-Frame Rafter Sections ...... 99 Attaching the A-Frames to the Center Collar ...... 101 Attaching the A-Frame to the Eave Bracket...... 102 Assembling the Roof Panel Clips ...... 103 Installing the 6–Hole Intermediate Purlins ...... 106 Installing the 4–Hole Intermediate Purlins ...... 107 Attaching the Roof Panels...... 108 Installing the Roof Flashing ...... 114 Assemble and Install Center Collar Channels and Cap Plates ...... 116 Installing the Conveyor Support Brackets to the Peak Cap ...... 123 Chapter 8 Accessories ...... 125 Installing Roof Ladder Steps...... 126 Roof Ring Placement...... 128 Installing a Roof Ring...... 129

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Installation of Peak–To– Exhauster Ladder Kit ...... 131 Preparation for Roof Exhauster Installation...... 132 Assembling the Roof Exhauster...... 134 Installing Roof Exhauster Assembly ...... 135 Assembling the Auto Roof Vent ...... 138 Assembling Wire Grill Guard Roof Vent ...... 139 Installing the Wire Grill Guard and Auto Roof Vents ...... 141 Installing the Manway Cover...... 142 Ladder Section Assembly...... 144 Inside Ladder Placement...... 144 Installing Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket...... 148 Guidelines for Installing a Sidedraw System...... 149 Installing the Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Two Post Stiffener) ...... 152 Installing the Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Three Post Stiffener)...... 153 Installing the Sidedraw Discharge Chute ...... 155 Wind Ring Requirements ...... 162 Installing Wind Rings ...... 163 Assembling Weather Cover for Roller Valve...... 165 GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty...... 167

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6 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 1 Safety Precautions

Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Safety Guidelines ▪ Cautionary Symbols ▪ Safety Decals ▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet

Safety Guidelines Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be respected at all times in the grain storage environment. 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 can be encoun- tered 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. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. It can produce a very dangerous situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH can occur. This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regula- tions, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction must be consulted before installations are made. You should consider the location of the bin site relative to power line locations or electrical transmission equipment. Contact your local power company to review your installation plan or for information concerning required equipment clearance. Clearance of portable equipment that can be taken to the bin site must also be reviewed and considered. Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin must be properly grounded and installed in accordance with National Electric Code provisions and all local codes. This product is intended for the use of grain storage only. Any other use is a misuse of the product.

This product has sharp edges, which may cause serious injury. To avoid injury, handle sharp edges with caution and always use proper protective clothing and CAUTION equipment.

Sidewall bundles or sheets must be stored in a safe manner. The safest method of storing sidewall bundles is laying horizontally with the arch of the sheet upward, like a dome. Sidewall sheets stored on edge must be secured so that they cannot fall over and cause injury. Use care when handling and moving sidewall bundles. Personnel operating or working around equipment must 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.

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Follow Safety Instructions — Read and Understand Manual

• Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on your machine. Keep signs in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are available from the manufacturer.

• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.

• Keep your machinery in proper working condition. Unauthor- ized modifications to the machine can impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

• If you do not understand any part of this manual or need assistance, contact your dealer.

Practice Safe Maintenance — Maintain Equipment and Work Area

• Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep area clean and dry.

• Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is in operation. Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from rotating parts.

• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any built-up grease, oil, and debris.

Prepare for Emergencies — Keep Emergency Equipment Accessible

• 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.

Wear Protective Clothing

• Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.

• Remove all jewelry Eye Protection • Tie long hair up and back.

• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris.

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• Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on Gloves plastic or steel parts.

• Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling Steel-Toed Boots debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.

• A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing poten- Respirator tially toxic fumes and dust.

• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head. Hard Hat

• Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working Fall Protection at elevations greater than 6 ft (1.8 m).

Cautionary Symbols Cautionary symbols appear in the various decals of your product, and alerts the user of potential or immi- nent risk of danger. This manual contains information that is important for you, the owner/operator, to know and understand. This information relates to protecting personal safety and preventing equipment problems. It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to inform anyone operating or working in the area of this equipment of these safety guidelines. To help you recognize this information, we use the symbols that are defined below. Please read the manual and pay attention to these sections. Failure to read this manual and its safety instructions is a misuse of the equipment and may lead to serious injury or death.

Make sure to familiarize yourself with these symbols prior to installing, operating, or servicing your grain equipment. Failure to do so may lead to serious injury or death. DANGER

Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols

Symbol Description

This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious injury or death.

This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in serious injury or death.

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Table 1-1 Description of the different cautionary symbols (cont'd.)

Symbol Description

This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in property damage.

Safety Decals The safety decals on your grain equipment are safety indicators which must be carefully read and understood by all personnel involved in the installation, operation, service, and maintenance of the grain equipment. The manufacturer does not warrant any roof damage caused by excessive vacuum or internal pressure from fans or other air moving systems. Adequate ventilation and/or “makeup air” devices should be provided for all powered air handling systems. The manufacturer does not recommend the use of downward flow systems (suction). Severe roof damage can result from any blockage of air passages. Running fans during high humidity and cold weather conditions can cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.

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ATTENTION: Decal shown below must be present on the outside of the door cover of the two ring, 24 in. (61 cm) porthole door cover and the roof manway cover. If a decal has been damaged or is missing in any of these locations, contact the manufacturer for a free replacement decal. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois Street Assumption, IL 62510 Phone: 1–217–226–4421

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12 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 1: Safety Precautions Safety Sign-off Sheet Sign-off sheet verifying that all personnel have read and understood the safety instructions. 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 must stay out of the work area at all times. It is strongly recommended that another qualified person who knows the shutoff procedure be in the area in the event of an emergency.

Date Employee Name Supervisor Name

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14 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 2 General Overview

Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ General Information ▪ Anchor Bolt Charts ▪ Tools Required for Construction ▪ Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction ▪ Overview for a Typical Bin Installation ▪ Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage ▪ Guidelines for Placement of the Decal Sidewall Sheet ▪ Sample Gauge Sheet

General Information General information, overview and instructions needed before performing work. Read this manual carefully. This manual will provide instructions on building the sidewall and stiffeners. You will also need to consult other instructions in building the tank. These include, but may not be limited to: • A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart. If such a chart is not included with this manual, contact GSI. • Roof instructions must be followed. Roof instructions are included in this manual. • Ladders, roof stairs, roof handrails and other products are covered by separate instruction manuals. Consult the appropriate accessory manual. Inside ladder instructions are included in this manual. • Aeration systems and transitions are to be installed according to the instructions provided with the system or transition. • It is critical that the anchor bolts are installed and spaced correctly. Anchor Bolt Charts Prior to setting any anchor bolts, you must be sure to have the correct anchor bolt placement. This is very critical for stiffener alignment during bin erection. NOTE: Refer to the proper chart to find the anchor chord dimensions that correspond to the bin that is being built. Start with one anchor bolt and work from it to the left to locate one quarter of the anchor bolts then to the right to locate another quarter of the bolts. Working off of the last anchor bolts in each quarter, locate the remaining anchor bolts in the last two quarters.

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Figure 2-1 Anchor bolt chords for 75 diameter 3–post bin

Bolt Radius (B) Anchor Quantity ft and in m 37 – 8-7/16 11.492 75

Length Length Chord (A) Chord (A) ft and in m ft and in m 1 3 – 1-15/16 0.964 10 30 – 8-1/16 9.349 2 6 – 3-3/4 1.924 11 33 – 6-3/8 10.220 3 9 – 5-7/16 2.881 12 36 – 3-15/16 11.073 4 12 – 6-15/16 3.834 13 39 – 3/4 11.906 5 15 – 8-1/8 4.778 14 41 – 8-3/4 12.719 6 18 – 9-1/16 5.717 15 44 – 3-7/8 13.510 7 21 – 9-9/16 6.644 16 46 – 10-1/16 14.276 8 24 – 9-5/8 7.560 17 49 – 3-1/4 15.018 9 27 – 9-1/8 8.461 18 51 – 7-7/16 15.734

16 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 2: General Overview Tools Required for Construction General tools needed to perform this construction • Combination wrench set 7/16 in. to 1 in. • Alignment punches 12 in. long • 1/2 in. Drive socket set and ratchet • Nail aprons or tool pouches to hold supplies • Gloves for hand protection • Tape measure • 1/2 in. Drive electric or pneumatic torque gun with variable impact capabilities • 1/2 in. Drive impact socket set • Lifting jacks • Center pole roof support • Step ladders • Large C-clamp or welding V-grip for clamping NOTE: Quantities required will depend on the number of workers and size of the bin. 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. Inspect roof and sidewall bundles on arrival for any moisture. If moisture is present, it must not be allowed to remain between the sheets. Separate the sheets or panels immediately and wipe them down. Spray with a light oil or diesel fuel If possible, sidewall bundles, roof sheets and other closely packed galvanized materials should be stored in a dry, climate controlled building. If outdoor storage is unavoidable, the materials should be stored so that they are raised above the ground and vegetation. Any stacking and spacing materials should not be corrosive or wet. Be sure to protect materials from the weather, but permit air movement around the bundles if possible. Storing roof bundles and sidewall sheets at a slight incline can also help minimize the presence of moisture. Storing the bundles with the center of the dome up (like an arch) is one option for minimizing moisture during storage. Sidewall bundles can also be stored on edge but must be secured so that they do not fall over and cause injury. If “white rust” or “wet storage stain” occurs, contact the manufacturer immediately about ways to minimize the adverse effect upon the galvanized coating.

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 17 Chapter 2: General Overview Overview for a Typical Bin Installation These are the typical steps one would perform when constructing a grain bin. Procedures may vary depending different site requirements. Pre-Assembly Activities • Sorting and grouping parts • Assemble A-frames • Assemble center collar • Assemble cap plate Assembly • Build two rings of sidewall sheets for even ringed bins or one ring or three rings for odd ringed bins, making sure to caulk all seams. • Add top outside stiffeners and inside stiffeners at the same time to the two rings of sidewall sheets (Note: These top stiffeners are the lightest gage stiffeners and will get heavier as the bin is raised. Therefore, the heaviest stiffeners are located at the bottom of the bin and are installed last. • Install wind ring to help support the rings • Install the center collar tower support in the center of the bin • Install the eave brackets to the inside stiffeners • Install eave angles to the sidewall sheets (Note how these are aligned.) • Install the tension member to the eave brackets • Lift pre-assembled A-frames, installing them in “opposite pairs” (across from one another) to balance out the load as you install • Install lower roof panels • Install upper roof panels • Cut roof exhauster holes evenly spaced in upper panels • Install upper flashing • Install roof exhauster • Install flat top

18 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 2: General Overview Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage The following procedure is a guideline when using the required lifting jack. Follow this general guideline when lifting the bin as sidewalls are being installed. NOTE: The roof and the top ring for odd ringed bins or the roof and two rings for even ringed bins, will be installed prior to the beginning of bin lifting procedures. Refer to all other procedures on sidewall and stiffener installation prior to the start of construction. IMPORTANT: Begin building with the bin oriented for doors and material handling equipment to be in the correct position when bin construction is complete. 1. Consider the starting location of the bin, relative to the location of doors and other accessories. Proper placement of lifting jacks in relationship to anchor bolts could make a difference in final locations. Note that the sidewall sheets will be staggered. 2. The bin is lifted by the use of lifting jacks. Lifting jacks are used to slowly and evenly lift the bin during construction. Lifting jacks must be properly sized and designed to carry all loads and job site conditions associated with the construction of the bin.. The number of lifting jacks required is best determined by personal experience and expertise. Factors such as bin size, jack design, construction conditions, support surface, etc., are all to be considered when deciding how many to use. If in doubt, use one jack on every sheet. The lifting jack must be adequate to carry all loads. Heavy duty jacks, generally hydraulic or electric powered in the case of large bins, should be used for commercial installation. All jacks should be secured with braces or oth- erwise maintained in a stable condition.. Lifting of the bins should not be done under windy conditions Follow the jack manufacturers recommendations on capacity and operations. 3. Lifting brackets should be attached through the stiffener bolt holes. Normally you will need to attach to at least four (4) bolts per stiffener. 4. Raise the bin just high enough to assemble the next ring. When lifting the bin, all jacks must lift at an equal rate. Monitor the lift to ensure even lifting is occurring. 5. To the inside of the first ring, bolt the next ring. Be sure to stagger the sheets and select the proper gauge material. 6. Lower the bin onto the foundation after assembling and tightening bolts on the new ring or rings. 7. Attach stiffeners to the body sheets every two (2) tiers (on the external surface of the bin). You may want to leave sheets loose to make the attachment of the stiffeners easier. 8. Now re-bolt the lifting brackets to the lowest ring in place thus far. Continue ring additions by repeat- ing Step 5 and Step 6. 9. Add inside and outside ladders as you continue to raise the bin. (Refer to the manual supplied with the ladder.) 10.Lower the tank and secure to the foundation before leaving the job site. 11.At the completion of the tank, set stiffeners over the anchor bolts and measure the tank to ensure it is in a round condition. Consult with GSI for questions on tolerances. NOTE: For 2 ring doors or vehicle traffic doors, special placement issues may apply. Consult the special instructions provided with two ring doors or vehicle traffic doors for these options.

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 19 Chapter 2: 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 the stiffener to sidewall attachment detail and specific gauge sheet for the bin. The decal sheets are located in the third ring from the top. They are to be spaced evenly around the diameter of the bin. Figure 2-2 3 Post Bin with three rows of stiffeners used on each sidewall sheet

NOTE: Dashed lines represent stiffener locations. Sample Gauge Sheet A gauge sheet should be supplied with every bin and contains important information specific to your bin. The gauge sheet contains the specific details that are unique to your bin. You must reference this sheet to know the correct order to install the sidewall sheets and stiffeners. The gauge of the sidewall and stiffeners are marked with colors for identification. It is important to use the correct hardware for each type of connection. The gauge sheet will identify what hardware should be used in a vertical seam, horizontal seam, and an overlapping seam for each gauge. The gauge sheet will also identify the sidewall ring where the wind ring must be installed. This is indicated by the word ”Standard” under the wind ring column and in the row of the ring it must be installed. If a sidedraw system is used, the word ”Additional” will be located in the row of the ring it must be installed. Doors are to be installed in the ring or rings denoted with (D).

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Figure 2-3 Sample Gauge Sheet for a 3-Post 75 Diameter Bin

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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.

22 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 3 Hardware Requirements

Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Bolt and Nut Pairings ▪ Hardware for 3–Post Sidewall Sheets on bins that are 18 to 90 Ft in Diameter and 105 Ft Bins that are 27 Rings and Shorter ▪ Bolt Torque Specifications ▪ Identifying Bolt Grades ▪ Color Chart for Bin Hardware Bucket Lids ▪ Bolt Identification

Bolt and Nut Pairings This chart lists the correct nut to use with each size of bolt.

Nut Part Number Nut Size Type Hex or Flanged Bolt Size Bolt Part Number 5/16 x 3/4 S-275 S-396 5/16 YDP Hex 5/16 x 1 1/4 S-277 S-3611 5/16 YDP Flanged 5/16 x 1 S-10260 3/8 x 1 S-7487 S-456 3/8 YDP Hex 3/8 x 1 1/2 S-7488 3/8 x 2 S-10165 3/8 x 1 S-7485 S-9426 3/8 JS Flanged 3/8 x 1 1/2 S-7488 7/16 x 1 1/2 S-10262 S-9281 7/16 JS Hex 7/16 x 2 S-9389 7/16 x 3 1/4 S-10261 S-10253 1/2 YDP Flanged 1/2 x 1 3/4 S-10252 Hardware for 3–Post Sidewall Sheets on bins that are 18 to 90 Ft in Diameter and 105 Ft Bins that are 27 Rings and Shorter Reference this chart for the hardware requirements for 3–post sidewall sheet connections on bins 18 to 90 ft. in diameter. Reference this chart for the hardware requirements for 3–post sidewall sheet connections on bins 105 ft. in diameter that are 27 rings and shorter. Table 3-1 Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets on 18 to 90 ft. bins and 105 ft Diameter Bins that are 27 Rings and shorter Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Bolt Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam Bolt Gauge Bolt Size (Quantity) Size (Quantity) Bolt Size (Quantity) Size (Quantity) 20 3/8 x 1 (10) 3/8 x 1 (24) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 19 3/8 x 1 (10) 3/8 x 1 (24) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 18 3/8 x 1 (10) 3/8 x 1 (24) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2)

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Table 3-1 Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets on 18 to 90 ft. bins and 105 ft Diameter Bins that are 27 Rings and shorter (cont'd.) Horizontal Seam Vertical Seam Bolt Stiffener to Sidewall Overlap Seam Bolt Gauge Bolt Size (Quantity) Size (Quantity) Bolt Size (Quantity) Size (Quantity) 17 3/8 x 1 (10) 3/8 x 1 (36) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 16 3/8 x 1 (10) 3/8 x 1 (36) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 15 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 14 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 13 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 12 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 11 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 10 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1 (12) 3/8 x 1 (2) 9 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (12) 3/8 x 1.5 (2) 8 3/8 x 1 (22) 3/8 x 1 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (12) 3/8 x 1.5 (2) 6 3/8 x 1.5 (22) 3/8 x 1.5 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (12) 3/8 x 1.5 (2) 5 3/8 x 1.5 (22) 3/8 x 1.5 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (12) 3/8 x 1.5 (2) 11L 3/8 x 1.5 (22) 3/8 x 1.5 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (12) 3/8 x 1.5 (2) 10L 3/8 x 1.5 (22) 3/8 x 1.5 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (12) 3/8 x 1.5 (2) 9L 3/8 x 1.5 (24) 7/16 x 1.5 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (24) 3/8 x 1.5 (6) 8L 3/8 x 1.5 (24) 7/16 x 1.5 (48) 3/8 x 1.5 (24) 3/8 x 1.5 (6) Bolt Torque Specifications The specification torque table below will help the installer determine how tight a specific bolt must be. A bolt that has been over tightened can be just as dangerous as one that hasn't been tightened enough. IMPORTANT: Bolts should not be tightened in excess of the torque specifications chart listed below.

Bolt Minimum Torque Maximum Torque Structural Joints Structural Joints Sealing Joints Sealing Joints (joints without (joints without (joints with seal- (joints with seal- any sealing any sealing ing washers) ing washers) washers) washers) ft-lb N-m ft-lb N-m ft-lb N-m ft-lb N-m 5/16-18 JS Gr 8 with seal 20 27 —— 25 34 —— 3/8 -16 JS Gr 8 with seal 30 41 —— 35 47 —— 7/16-14 JS Gr 8 with seal 50 68 —— 60 81 —— 3/8–16 YDP Gr 8 flanged — — 45 61 —— 55 75 7/16–14 YDP Gr 8 flanged — — 85 115 —— 95 129 1/2-13 YDP Gr 8 flanged — — 125 169 —— 140 189

24 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Identifying Bolt Grades Bolts are identified by grade (or hardness), the grade can be identified by the markings on the head of the bolt. These markings will be in the form of slash marks and patterns. Use the following as a guide to determine the correct bolt grade.

Under no condition shall any other bolts be substituted for those supplied by GSI.

CAUTION

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 slash marks on the head. All 5/16 inch diameter bolts are to be grade 5 or higher.

Grade 8 Bolts

Grade 8 bolts are designated by six slash marks evenly spaced out around the head of the bolt. All 3/8, 7/16, and 1/2 inch diameter bolts are to be grade 8 or grade 8.2.

Grade 8.2 Bolts

Grade 8.2 bolts are designated by six slash marks on the head in a sunrise pattern. All 3/8, 7/16, and 1/2 inch diameter bolts are to be grade 8 or grade 8.2.

NOTE: Refer to 2.66" commercial tank bolting requirements for complete bolt usage.

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 25 Chapter 3: 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 Lid Color Description Count

S-275 Dark Blue 1500 5/16 x 3/4 in. YDP bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

S-10260 Lime Green 1250 5/16 x 1 in. YDP bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

S-277 Black 1000 5/16 x 1 1/4 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

S-396 Red 5000 5/16 in. JS hex nut

S-3611 NA NA In Box 5/16 in. YDP flange nut

S-7487 Grey 850 3/8 x 1 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

S-7485 Light Green 1000 3/8 x 1 in. flanged JS bolt without sealing washer

S-7488 Orange 650 3/8 x 1 1/2 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

S-7486 Dark Brown 700 3/8 x 1 1/2 in. flanged JS bolt without sealing washer

S-10165 Light Blue 500 3/8 x 2 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

S-7489 Yellow 4000 3/8 in. JS hex nut

S-9426 Dark Purple 2500 3/8 in. JS flanged nut

S-10250 NA NA In Box 7/16 x 1 1/4 in. YDP flanged bolt

7/16 x 1 1/2 in. flanged JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing S-10262 White 500 washer

7/16 x 2 in. full threaded JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing S-9389 Light Purple 350 washer

S-10134 Dark Green 300 7/16 x 2 1/2 in. JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing washer

7/16 x 3 1/4 in. flanged JS bolt pre-assembled with sealing S-10261 Natural (Clear) 200 washer

S-9281 Fire Orange 1500 7/16 in. JS hex nut

S-8479 Light Brown 800 7/16 in. YDP special recessed nut

S-10251 NA NA In Box 7/16 in. YDP un-serrated flange nut

S-10252 NA NA In Box 1/2 x 1 3/4 in. YDP flange bolt

S-10253 NA NA In Box 1/2 in. YDP un-serrated flange nut

26 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt Identification Use the following information to identify the bolts and where each must be used during installation. Bolt S-275 An S–275 is a 5/16 x 3/4 in. YDP bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.

Bolt (S-275) is used in the following locations: • Use in accessories. • Color of bucket lid is dark blue.

A 0.945 in. (2.40 cm) C Grade 5 B 0.750 in. (1.90 cm) D Grade 5

Bolt S-10260 An S–10260 is a 5/16 x 1 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.

Bolt (S-10260) is used in the following locations:

• Use to connect roof panels together where they overlap. • Use when connecting eave angle to sidewall sheet. • The color of the bucket lid is lime green. • Use to connect eave clip to sidewall sheet on bins that are 48 ft diameter and smaller. • Use to attach roof panels to flashing on bins that are 48 ft diameter and smaller.

A 1.300 in. (3.30 cm ) C Grade 8 B 1.000 in. (2.54 cm) D Grade 8.2

Bolt S-277 An S–277 is a 5/16 x 1 1/4 in. YDP bolt pre-assembled with a sealing washer.

Bolt (S-277) is used in the following locations: • Use in accessories. • The color of the bucket lid is black.

A 1.445 in. (3.67 cm ) C Grade 5 B 1.250 in. (3.17 cm) D Grade 5

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 27 Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7485 An 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 in the following locations:

• Use to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges. (A flange nut is used on the nut side of the connection.) • Use to splice the laminated stiffeners together. (A flange nut is used on the nut side of the connection.) • The color of bucket lid is light green.

A 1.350 in. (3.43 cm) C Grade 8 B 1.000 in. (2.54 cm) D Grade 8.2

Bolt S-7487 An S–7487 is a 3/8 x 1 in. JS bolt that is pre-assembled with a sealing washer.

Bolt (S-7487) is used in the following locations: • Use in all sidewall connections for 20 gauge through 10 gauge sidewall to sidewall sheets. • Use for horizontal and vertical seam connections for 9 gauge through 8 gauge sidewall sheets. • Use when attaching base angle to sidewall sheet on flat bottom bins. • Color of bucket lid is grey.

NOTE: Do not use to splice the stiffeners together on the flanges where they connect to each other or the splice plates.

A 1.350 in. (3.43 cm) C Grade 8 B 1.000 in. (2.54 cm) D Grade 8.2

Bolt S-7486 An S–7486 is a 3/8 x 1 1/2 in. JS hex bolt with a flanged head without a sealing washer.

Bolt (S-7486) is used in the following locations: • Use in special seismic tanks. • The color of the bucket lid is dark brown.

A 1.850 in. (4.70 cm) C Grade 8 B 1.500 in. (3.81 cm) D Grade 8.2

28 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-7488 An 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 the following locations:

• Use in all stiffener to sidewall and overlap connections where the sidewall is 9 gauge or thicker. • Use in vertical and horizontal seams on sidewall that is 6 gauge or thicker. • The color of the bucket lid is orange.

NOTE: Do not use in flanges where the splice plate bolts to the stiffeners. Sealing washers should not be used for these connections.

A 1.850 in. (4.70 cm) C Grade 8 B 1.500 in. (3.81 cm) D Grade 8.2

Bolt S-10252 An S–10252 is a 1/2 x 1 3/4 in. YDP flange bolt.

Bolt (S-10252) is used in the following locations: • Use in bins 72 to 135 ft in diameter. • Use in tension plate to eave bracket connection. • Use in rafter clip to rafter connection. • Use in laminated purlins. • Use in purlin clip to rafter and purlin clip to purlin connections. • Use in X-brace to rafter connection. • Use in center collar splice connection. • Use in center collar channel clip to center collar. • Use in rafter to center collar and rafter to eave bracket connections. • Use in center collar channel to clip. • Delivered in a box, not a bucket.

A 1.833 in. (4.66 cm) C Grade 8 B 1.495 in. (3.80 cm) D Grade 8.2

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 29 Chapter 3: Hardware Requirements Bolt S-10261 An 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 used in the following locations:

• Use in wind ring splice and over pipe connections. • Lid color of bucket is natural (clear).

A 3.645 in. (9.26 cm) C Grade 8 B 3.250 in. (8.26 cm) D Grade 8.2

30 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 4 Assembling Sidewall Sheets

Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification ▪ Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets ▪ Caulking Detail for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets ▪ Caulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern Sheets

Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification Use this chart to interpret the color code painted on the corners of the sidewall sheets. Table 4-1 Color codes for sidewall gauges

Sidewall Gauge Color Code 20 Red 19 Black and Yellow 18 Orange 17 Light Blue and Pink 16 Blue 15 Red and Brown 14 Green 13 Dark Blue and Yellow 12 Black 11 Pink 10 Light Blue 9 Dark Blue and Orange 8 Yellow 6 White 5 Fluorescent Green Table 4-2 Stripe Colors for Special Sidewall Characteristics

Extra Stripe Colors Type of Sidewall Stripe Color BFT Blue Laminated Gold Hex Pattern Ochre Special Galvanized 115 Fluorescent Red and Orange Special Galvanized 140 Florescent Pink

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Table 4-2 Stripe Colors for Special Sidewall Characteristics (cont'd.)

Extra Stripe Colors Type of Sidewall Stripe Color Special Galvanized 160 Florescent Red and Fluorescent Pink NOTE: Stripe colors are located in the middle of each side of the bundle. 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. NOTE: Always assemble the top sidewall sheets with the orientation shown. Figure 4-1 3–Post top sidewall sheet orientation

A Top of the top sidewall sheet B Bottom of the top sidewall sheet

Caulking Detail for Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets To keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessary to apply caulk to each sheet prior to installing. NOTE: Always assemble the sidewall sheets with the overlap in the same direction. • Apply a strip of caulk near the outside edge of the outer sheet and between the outer two rows of bolts (A), then apply a strip of caulk 10 in. (25.4 cm) long along the horizontal seams (B), as shown in the figure below.

32 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall Sheets

Figure 4-2 Standard and quad punched sidewall sheets as viewed from the outside

A Vertical strip of caulk B 10 in. (25.4 cm) Horizontal strip of caulk

• Before bolting the next ring into place, apply one 10 in. strip of caulk (C) on the front of the under- lapped sheet at each joint. • Also, place a 10 in. (25.4 cm) strip of caulk (D) along the lower horizontal edge of the lapping sheet at every vertical seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets.

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Figure 4-3 Caulking detail as viewed from inside of the bin

C 10 in. (25.4 cm) Strip of caulk D 10 in. (25.4 cm) Strip of caulk

• Use the supplied tube caulk to fill the larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges and laminated gauges. See Caulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern Sheets, page 35 for details about caulk laminated sidewall sheets.

34 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 4: Assembling Sidewall Sheets Caulking Detail for Laminated Quad Pattern Sheets To keep out moisture from overlapping the sheets, it is necessary to apply caulk to each sheet prior to installing. Caulking and Assembling the Individual Sidewall Sheets Each sidewall sheet must be layered and caulked prior to assembling sidewall sheet seams together. Figure 4-4 Laminated quad punched sidewall panel view from outside of the bin

A Strip of caulking B 12 in. (30.4 cm) horizontal strip of caulking

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• When assembling two assembled laminated sheets to each other, apply a strip of caulk (A) near the outside edge of the outer sheet, between the outer two (2) rows of bolts and outside the last row of bolts. • Place a strip of caulk (B) 12 in. (30.4 cm) long to each the horizontal seams. NOTE: Before bolting the next ring into place, apply a strip of caulk 12 in. (30.4 cm) long on the front of the under lapped sheet at each joint. • Also, a 12 in. (30.4 cm) strip of caulk is to be placed along the lower horizontal edge of the lapping sheet at the vertical seam. This will fill the space that occurs between the holes caused by the overlapping sheets. When assembling two sheets to make a laminated sheet assembly (C), apply a row of caulk all around the vertical seam. Use the supplied tube caulk to fill the larger gaps that occur with heavier gauges and laminated sheets. Figure 4-5 Caulking detail for assembled laminated sidewall sheets

B 12 in. (30.4 cm) horizontal strip of caulk C Laminated sheet detail (caulk not shown)

36 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 5 Base Angle Installation

Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Installing the Base Angle ▪ Anchor Bolt Detail ▪ Installing the Base Angle Shims ▪ Anchor Bolt Washer Installation

Installing the Base Angle Installing the base angle ring will help reinforce and seal the final ring. What You Should Know The base angle overlap should be offset two holes from the stiffener. Do not place overlap in line with the stiffener. 1. Place a section of the base angle (B) to the bottom portion of the final ring (A). NOTE: The sidewall sheet will sit on top of the base angle with the vertical portion of the base angle on the inside of the bin. and each end of the base angle will connect to the next base angle section. 2. Install bolts (C) and nuts (D) as shown, but leaving the end holes of each section unfilled until the next section is to be installed. 3. Attach the next base angle section overlapping the end holes (F) and install bolts (C) and nuts (D). 4. Repeat this procedure for the remaining base angle sections (B) over lapping the previously installed base angle section. 5. Before the bolts (C) are tightened, push the base angle tight against the bottom edge of each sheet. 6. Tighten the hardware to the recommended torque specifications, see Bolt Torque Specifications, page 24. 7. Before lowering the bin, apply the optional mastic sealer strip (G) to the entire underneath side of the base angle. NOTE: If optional mastic sealer strip is not used, it is recommended that some other method should be utilized to seal the base ring to the concrete. 8. Lower the bin onto the foundation and check for an adequate seal.

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Figure 5-1 Exploded view of base angle (view from inside the bin)

A Final ring assembly D 3/8 in. nut (S-9426) B Base angle (B-6753) E Base angle offset example C 3/8 x 1 in. bolt (S-7487) F Optional mastic sealer (or equivalent)

38 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Anchor Bolt Detail The following is the minimum requirement for anchorage on standard tanks. Refer to sidedraw instructions for special anchorage details. • 3/4 in. diameter anchor bolt (A) is the minimum allowed. • Exposed anchor bolt thread height (B), 3 in. (7.62 cm) • Overall anchor bolt length (C), 18 in. (45.72 cm) • Hook Length (D), 4-3/4 in. (12.065 cm) Figure 5-2 Anchor bolt example (3/4 in. diameter anchor bolt shown)

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 39 Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Installing the Base Angle Shims A section of the base boot plate will rest on top of the base angle, therefore causing the base boot to rest unevenly on the foundation. To offset this, base angle shims are required to ensure the base boot sets evenly on the foundation. What You Should Know 1. Place the required base angle shim around the anchor bolt next to the base angle. 2. Place the base stiffener over the anchor bolt onto the required shim. 3. If needed, add standard shims under the required base angle shim. NOTE: If more than one additional shim is required, then the shims must be welded together to the base plate or the base plate must be grouted to provide the proper elevation. Figure 5-3 Base Angle Shims

6 x 9 Base plate (CTS-2121XX or CTS- B-7028 (Required base angle shim for 8 x 10 base A E 2110XX) plate) B-7027 (Required base angle shim for 6 x B F SS-7212 (Standard shim for 8 x 10 base plate) 9 base plate) SS-6953 (Standard shim for 6 x 9 base C G Base angle (B-7025XX or B-7026XX) plate) 8 x 10 Base plate (CTS-2109XX or CTS- D 2131XX)

40 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 5: Base Angle Installation Anchor Bolt Washer Installation Anchor bolt washers help to cover the oversized hole in the base plate. Before You Begin Anchor bolts are secured, and base plates installed. 1. Place a square plate washer (B) onto the anchor bolt (A). NOTE: A square plate washer (provided) must be installed between the base boot (C) and washer (D). 2. Install a washer (D), and secure with a nut (E). 3. Tighten to the recommended torque specification, see Bolt Torque Specifications, page 24.

Figure 5-4 Base stiffener assembly

A 3/4 in. bolt assembly package (B-4161) D 3/4 in. washer (S-866) Square anchor plate washer (3/4 in. HT-635) , B E 3/4 in. nut (S-234) (1 in. B-6756) C Base boot

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42 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 6 Stiffeners

Topics Covered in this Chapter ▪ Stiffener Part Number Description ▪ Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification ▪ Standard Stiffeners ▪ Top Stiffeners ▪ Stiffeners Splice ▪ Base Stiffeners ▪ Base Boots ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) ▪ Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) Connection ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) ▪ Two-Ring Stiffener (15-16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) Connection ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) ▪ Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) Connection ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) ▪ Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Close-Punch Base Stiffener (2–8 Ga) Connection ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (2–8 Ga) ▪ Two-Ring Stiffener (0–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) Connection ▪ Two-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) Connection ▪ Two-Ring Stiffener (15–16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) Connection ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) to a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) ▪ Close-Punch Two-Ring Stiffener (2–14 Ga) to a Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10– 14 Ga) ▪ Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners (2 Ga) with Inserts (10–14 Ga) ▪ Close-Punch Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga) with an Insert (10–14 Ga) to a Laminated Base Stiff- ener (2–5 Ga) with a Base Insert (2–14 Ga) ▪ Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) to a Base Boot Connection ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (10–16 Ga) to a Base Boot ▪ Close-Punch Connection for a Base Stiffener (2+2 Ga – 8 Ga) to a Base Boot ▪ Close-Punch Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga) with Insert (2+14 to 2+10 Ga) to a Base Boot ▪ Close-Punch Standard Stiffener to a 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener with Insert ▪ 12–Bolt Pattern Close-Punch Laminated Stiffeners with Insert ▪ Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base Boot ▪ Close-Punch 12–Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with an Inserts to a Base Boot

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 43 Chapter 6: Stiffeners Stiffener Part Number Description Part numbers are printed on the end of each stiffener with the last two numbers designating the gauge of the material. Example: CTS-206314 will be printed on a 14 gauge, standard two-ring stiffener. If the stiffener was 8 gauge, it would change the part number to CTS-206308. The part numbers in the following tables use an “XX” at the end of the number to represent the gauge of the material. Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification Use these charts to interpret the color code painted on the ends of the stiffeners.

Table 6-1 Color codes for stiffener gauges Table 6-2 Stripe color codes for stiffener gauges

Sidewall Gauge Color Code Stiffener Type Stripe Color 0 No Color (Zinc) Base Stiffener Red 2 Ochre Back (Laminated) Dark Green 5 Fluorescent Green Insert (Laminated) Gold 6 White Close Punched Light Blue 8 Yellow Special Galvanized 115 Fluorescent Red and 9 Dark Blue and Orange Orange 10 Light Blue Special Galvanized 140 Florescent Pink 11 Pink Special Galvanized 165 Florescent Pink and 12 Black Fluorescent Orange 13 Dark Blue and Yellow 12–Bolt Pattern Brown Stiffener 14 Dark Green NOTE: Extra colored stripes will be centered on 15 Red and Brown the gauge color. If more than one color of stripe is 16 Dark Blue needed, they will be painted next to each other and 17 Light Blue and Pink centered on the gauge color. 18 Orange

44 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 6: Stiffeners Standard Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the types of standard two-ring stiffeners. Figure 6-1 Standard stiffeners

Call Part Number Description Length Available Out Gauges A CTS-2063XX Two-ring stiffener 63.938 in. (162 cm) 10 – 14 B CTS-2064XX Two-ring stiffener 63.938 in. (162 cm) 15 – 16 C CTS-2073XX Two-ring stiffener (close-punch) 63.938 in. (162 cm) 2–10,12,14 D CTS-2075XX Two-ring stiffener (close-punch) 63.938 in. (162 cm) 16 E CTS-2079XX Two-ring laminated stiffener 63.938 in. (162 cm) 2 – 5 (close-punch) F CTS-2081XX Two-ring insert (close-punch) 63.938 in. (162 cm) 10–14 G CTS-2137XX Two-ring laminate stiffener (close- 63.938 in. (162 cm) 2 punch) H CTS-2138XX Two-ring insert (close-punch) 63.938 in. (162 cm) 2–14

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 45 Chapter 6: Stiffeners Top Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the three types of top stiffeners. Figure 6-2 Images of the top stiffeners

Call Part Number Description Length Available Out Gauges A CTS-2069XX Inside stiffener (for roof) 23.938 in. (56 cm) 2 – 8, 10, 12, 14 B CTS-2118XX One-ring top stiffener (close 21.938 in. (56 cm) 16 punch) C CTS-2111XX Two-ring top stiffener 53.938 in. (137 cm) 15 – 16 D CTS-2116XX Two-ring top stiffener 53.938 in. (137 cm) 16 (close-punch)

46 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 6: Stiffeners Stiffeners Splice Use the following information to determine the gauge of the splice needed to connect the stiffeners. Figure 6-3 Stiffener splice

Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges A CTS–2091XX Stiffener splice 10 in. (25.4 cm) 8, 10, 12, 14

Use the following chart to determine the gauge of the splice, which is determined by the gauge of the stiffeners that are being connected. If connecting a heavier gauge to a lighter gauge stiffener, always use the heavier gauge splice for the 13 to 12, 8 to 6, and 2 to 0 gauge connections. For example: If connecting a 13 gauge stiffener to a 12 gauge stiffener, use the 12 gauge splice. If connecting an 8 gauge stiffener to a 6 gauge stiffener, use the 10 gauge splice. If connecting a 2 gauge stiffener to a 0 gauge stiffener, use the 8 gauge splice.

Table 6-3 Splice Usage Splice Gauge Stiffener Gauge 8 Gauge 10 Gauge 12 Gauge 14 Gauge 18 X 17 X 16 X 15 X 14 X 13 X 12 X 11 X 10 X 9 X 8 X 6 X 5 X 2 X 0 X

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 47 Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Stiffeners Use the following information to determine the differences between the base stiffeners. Figure 6-4 Images of the base stiffeners

Call Out Part Number Description Length Available Gauges A CTS–2119XX Base stiffener 72.094 in. (183 cm) 2 – 8 B CTS-2123XX Base stiffener 72.430 in. (184 cm) 9, 10, 12, 14, 16 C CTS-2115XX Base stiffener 72.094 in. (183 cm) 10, 12, 14, 16 D CTS-2114XX Laminated base stiffener 72.061 in. (183 cm) 2 – 5 E CTS-2113XX Base insert 66.438 in. (169 cm) 2 – 8, 10, 12, 14 F CTS-2133XX Laminated base stiffener 72.088 in. (183 cm) 2 G CTS-2134XX Base insert 71.775 in. (182 cm) 10,12,14 H CTS-2135XX Laminated base stiffener 71.775 in. (182 cm) 2 I CTS-2136XX Base insert 71.775 in. (182 cm) 2 – 8

48 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin Chapter 6: Stiffeners Base Boots Use the following information to determine the differences between the base boots. Figure 6-5 Images of the base boots

Call Out Part Number Description Height Base Plate Size A CTS–2121XX Base boot weldment for 16 11.391 in. 6 x 9 x 3/8 in. through 9 Ga. base stiffeners (29 cm) (15 x 23 x 0.95 cm) B CTS-2110XX Base boot weldment for 8 through 11.391 in. 6 x 9 x 3/4 in. a laminated 2 Ga. with an 11 Ga. (29 cm) (15 x 23 x 1.90 insert cm) C CTS-2109XX Base boot for 2 Ga. laminated 11.391 in. 8 x 10 x 3/4 in. base stiffeners with inserts from (29 cm) (20 x 25 x 1.90 10 through 2 gauges. cm) D CTS-2131XX Base boot weldment for 2+8 to 2 11.391 in. 8 x 10 x 1–1/2 in. +2 base stiffeners. (29 cm) (20 x 25 x 3.81 cm)

Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin 49 Chapter 6: Stiffeners Close-Punch Connection for a One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) Reference the following information for a close-punch connection of a one-ring top stiffener (CTS-2118XX) to a two-ring stiffener (CTS-2075XX). Figure 6-6 One-Ring Top Stiffener (16 Ga) and a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga) Close-Punch Connection

A One-ring top stiffener (CTS-2118XX) B Two-ring stiffener (CTS-2075XX) C Splice (CTS-2091XX) D 3/8 x 1 Bolt (S-7485) E 3/8 Nut (S-9426) F Completed assembly