GSi Bulk Feed Tank Series, Assembly Manual

Page 1: ...PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Assembly Manual PNEG 1461 Date 12 14 12...

Page 2: ...es and Grain Hopper Tank Series 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...

Page 3: ...gle 30 15 Roof Assembly Instructions 31 Raising the Roof 33 Chapter 8 Optional BFT Ladder Assembly 35 Starter Bracket Installation 36 Sidewall and Roof Ladder Installation 37 Roof Ladder Support Brack...

Page 4: ...ic Fill Kit Assembly 80 Roof Panel 81 Chapter 16 Parts List 83 12 Diameter 60 Hopper Bin Specifications 84 12 Diameter 60 Hopper Bin Hardware Specifications 86 12 Diameter 45 Hopper Bin Specifications...

Page 5: ...e bill of lading to justify their claim to the transport company THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your equipment and should be easily accessible when needed This warranty provides...

Page 6: ...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 DANGER WARNING CAUTION NOTICE This is the safety alert s...

Page 7: ...equired equipment clearance Clearance of portable equipment that may be taken to the bin site should also be reviewed and considered Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin should be...

Page 8: ...nsulted before installations are made Follow Safety Instructions Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and safety signs on your machine Keep signs in good condition Replace missing or dama...

Page 9: ...ropriate to the job Remove all jewelry Tie long hair up and back Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from debris Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on plastic or steel par...

Page 10: ...e 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 ar...

Page 11: ...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 materia...

Page 12: ...lowing material will trap and suffocate Crusted material will collapse and suffocate Keep clear of all augers DO NOT ENTER this bin Failure to heed these warnings will result in serious injury or deat...

Page 13: ...ng contact our company for a free replacement First read the assembly manual completely before starting to assemble the Bulk Feed Tank Check the shipment with the packing list to be sure there are no...

Page 14: ...oroughly to prevent uneven settling from the weight of the tank Good water drainage should be provided to prevent water collecting under or around the tank The site must allow convenient access for lo...

Page 15: ...on recommendations are based on 3500 lbs ft 2 allowable soil bearing capacity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must...

Page 16: ...n recommendations are based on 3500 lbs ft 2 allowable soil bearing capacity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must...

Page 17: ...ed on 3500 lbs ft 2 allowable soil bearing capacity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must be well drained and free...

Page 18: ...ity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must be well drained and free of vegetation and debris 4 The foundation should...

Page 19: ...e based on 3500 lbs ft 2 allowable soil bearing capacity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must be well drained and...

Page 20: ...lbs ft 2 allowable soil bearing capacity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must be well drained and free of vegetat...

Page 21: ...00 lbs ft 2 allowable soil bearing capacity 2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must be well drained and free of veget...

Page 22: ...2 Foundation recommendations are based on a minimum compressive strength of 3000 PSI at 28 days 3 The foundation site must be well drained and free of vegetation and debris 4 The foundation should be...

Page 23: ...like BFT 12 4 rings The side labeled Gauge will tell you which body sheets to use The sheets are color coded simply match the gauge number with the color Use Sheet Gauge Color Code Chart on Page 24 Mo...

Page 24: ...tion 12 Sidewall Sheet Orientation IMPORTANT Please note sheet orientation when assembling the bin sidewall The upper right corner will have a slot or identifying sticker This corner should be on the...

Page 25: ...k Feed Tanks the thinnest material always goes on top therefore the first sidewall ring you assemble will be the top ring of the tank Check the various gauges of the tank with the color code chart and...

Page 26: ...gure 6E Figure 6F IMPORTANT Begin bolting in the center of sheets when connecting sidewall rings to one another When bolting sidewall rings to one another always begin bolting in the center of the she...

Page 27: ...ng correct size bin bolt throughout begin assembling sidewall sheet end to end overlapping the same way throughout until the ring is completed All body sheet bolts are to be installed with the bolt he...

Page 28: ...his edge is to be placed on the outside of other roof panel to form a tight seal See Figure 7A Be sure to apply two 2 strips of caulking on all seams Figure 7A Roof Sheet Overlap Detail Roof Assembly...

Page 29: ...29 Peak Ring Collar to Roof Panels Apply two 2 strips of caulking between peak ring and roof panels See Figure 7D Note that the peak ring goes on the outside of the roof panels Figure 7C Figure 7D Fig...

Page 30: ...7 Roof 30 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 12 Roof Reinforcement Angle Figure 7F Figure 7G...

Page 31: ...ones used in BFT construction Adjusting the center support height will ease roof erection Refer to the accompanying drawings for details Install six 6 roof reinforcement angles spaced equally around t...

Page 32: ...7 Roof 32 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 7I View A A Figure 7J View B B Figure 7K View C C Figure 7L View D D...

Page 33: ...the inside of the first ring bolt the next ring Be sure to stagger the sheets and select the proper gauge material Lower the tank on the foundation after assembling and tightening bolts on each new ri...

Page 34: ...emble the next ring and or to attach the legs Reference a qualified rigger 12 60 and 15 60 Leg Attachment for 12 60 and 15 60 Tanks Only Curved washers are supplied in the hardware packages These wash...

Page 35: ...rder of assembly Review the installation instructions for each component before beginning Failure to do so may complicate the installation and cause unnecessary field drilling See Figure 8A Figure 8A...

Page 36: ...f sheet to ensure proper installation of the roof ladder support brackets Before the starter brackets can be installed two 2 3 8 holes must be drilled The holes must be 2 66 below and directly in line...

Page 37: ...installed attach the roof ladder to the other end of the connector brackets All bolts should be installed with the head of the bolt to the inside of the ladder Use 5 16 x 3 4 bin bolts for all connec...

Page 38: ...age 39 and Figure 8I on Page 40 that show brackets for 15 30 and 15 40 roofs Assemble the wedge and support brackets to the ladder rail as shown in Figure 8F and Figure 8G on Page 39 Then slide the su...

Page 39: ...8 Optional BFT Ladder Assembly PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 39 Figure 8E 15 Tank Figure 8F Figure 8G...

Page 40: ...8 Optional BFT Ladder Assembly 40 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 8H Figure 8I...

Page 41: ...lowable Distance Maximum Distances Chart A B C Maximum allowable distance between ladder support bracket and the edge of the ladder at the eave 50 Inches Maximum allowable distance between roof ladder...

Page 42: ...must be installed on the ladder and attached to the sidewall at each horizontal seam every 32 Start by assembling the standoff bracket and wedge to the ladder rail as shown in Figure 8K Then slide th...

Page 43: ...lice plates are required to attach each additional ladder section The head of the bolt should be to the inside of the ladder with the splice plate on the outside as shown in Figure 8L Use 5 16 x 3 4 b...

Page 44: ...mbly 44 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Ladder Support Detail The ladder must be secured to the leg assembly with standoff brackets using support channels as sho...

Page 45: ...he wedges 5 16 x 1 carriage bolt and 5 16 flange nuts as shown in Figure 9D on Page 48 Bolt the handrail gusset to the handrail bar assembly as shown Position the left hand top handrail gusset so that...

Page 46: ...9 Ladder Handrails 46 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 9B...

Page 47: ...9 Ladder Handrails PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 47 Figure 9C...

Page 48: ...9 Ladder Handrails 48 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 9D...

Page 49: ...9 Ladder Handrails PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 49 Figure 9E...

Page 50: ...9 Ladder Handrails 50 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 9F Figure 9G Handrails Fully Assembled...

Page 51: ...9 Ladder Handrails PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 51 Figure 9H...

Page 52: ...ed the ladder extension rails must be attached Start by bolting the spacer brackets through the top and bottom set of holes in the top ladder section Then attach the extension rail to the spacer brack...

Page 53: ...adjustable brace Slip the smaller tubes inside the larger tubes and attach one smaller tube to the top of the ladder extension rail Adjust the other smaller tube so the bottom of the flattened tube r...

Page 54: ...brackets to the extension rails and two 2 safety cage brackets to the second 4 ladder section as shown in Figure 10C See cage hoop bracket detail on Page 55 for proper installation Next bolt each set...

Page 55: ...10 Safety Cage PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 55 Cage Hoop Bracket Detail Figure 10D Figure 10E...

Page 56: ...llow for the tapering of the bottom hoop assembly Use 5 16 x 3 4 bolts with the head of the bolt to the inside of the safety cage Figure 10F 48 Safety Cage Attach the vertical support pieces to the ex...

Page 57: ...the bolt to the inside of the safety cage Assemble the special bell hoop halves and attach to the other end of the vertical supports The vertical supports must be bent at the flat area to allow for t...

Page 58: ...nstructions Additional Tools and Materials Needed Clamp Assorted Wrench Set Ratchet and Socket Set NOTE Roof cap ground control comes standard on 12 60 Bulk Feed Tanks Roof cap ground control is optio...

Page 59: ...Lever Arm and Chain 2 Place the lid assembly over the existing peak ring collar and rotate lid assembly such that the lever arm and spring hinge line up with the roof eave bracket See Figure 11A on Pa...

Page 60: ...d Ground Control 60 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 11D Figure 11E Tighten Bolts Until Flush with Bracket Lever arm Mounting brackets Bracket should exten...

Page 61: ...ve bracket and chain holder After removing the slack in the chain while the lid is fully closed and in latched position re position the key ring 2 below the roof eave bracket See Figure 11F Re adjust...

Page 62: ...461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 4 Install the decal DC 2123 to the inside of peak ring on the hinge side of the lid as shown in Figure 11H Decal should be clearly visi...

Page 63: ...314 Bolt HHCS 1 2 13 x 3 1 2 YDP Grade 8 1 5 BLK 13064 BFT Lid Pivot Tube 1 17 S 8260 Nylock Nut 1 2 13 ZN Grade 5 1 6 BLK 13053 Bumper Reinforced Rubber Belting 1 18 S 8234 Nylock Nut 7 16 14 ZN Grad...

Page 64: ...e two 2 strips of caulking between hopper collar and hopper sheets then put last hopper sheet in place After the collar is in place attach the hopper braces and tighten all bolts Figure 12A 15 60 Inst...

Page 65: ...12 Hopper Assembly PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 65 Figure 12B Stagger Hopper Sheets as Shown Figure 12C 15 60 Hopper Sheet Detail...

Page 66: ...ank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Figure 12D Figure 12E 22 Hopper Collar Detail Figure 12F 16 Hopper Collar Detail NOTE Every hole in hopper sheet will be utilized Use 5 16 x 3 4 truss head bolt...

Page 67: ...n panel BLK 10697 three 3 required 16 45 Hopper collar BLK 10696 16 60 Hopper extension panel BLK 10487 three 3 required 16 60 Hopper collar BLK 10489 Prior to attaching the final hopper panel assembl...

Page 68: ...68 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 13 Legs and Leg Bracing 12 Only Figure 13A Figure 13B Figure 13C...

Page 69: ...he leg to base Make sure the washer is used on the slot side of the leg When installing legs to sidewall reverse normal insertion procedure on bolts Place hex head and neoprene washer to inside of sid...

Page 70: ...procedure on bolts Place hex head and neoprene washer to inside of sidewall leaving threaded portion of bolt protruding outward This provides for a weather tight seal at the leg attachment location N...

Page 71: ...er collar with 5 16 hardware Ladder standoffs are attached to legs with 5 16 nuts and bolts See Figure 13I below and Figure 13J on Page 72 show typical bracing attachment points to the leg Do not tigh...

Page 72: ...4 rings 56 Refer to above chart to find the correct number of rings the legs will cover Put all legs on but do not tighten bolts until all braces are in place Be sure to put leg braces on properly Se...

Page 73: ...13 Legs and Leg Bracing PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 73 Bracing Hole Layouts Figure 13K Figure 13L...

Page 74: ...s and Leg Bracing 74 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series Bracing Hole Layouts Continued Figure 13M Figure 13N All leg to sidewall holes must be utilized for leg atta...

Page 75: ...Bracing PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 75 Bracing Hole Layouts Continued Figure 13O Figure 13P All leg to sidewall holes 22 at 2 666 spacing must be utilized fo...

Page 76: ...lar Figure 13Q Directions Locate correct tank in far left column braces are located across top of chart Follow the column down to correct tank line and read the quantity required for that tank Cross T...

Page 77: ...adequate capacity attached to a spider assembly with cables connecting at each vertical sidewall seam just above the legs will usually do the job Reference a qualified rigger Standard Hopper Bin Ancho...

Page 78: ...er Tank Series Anchoring Tank Check all legs to see if shims are necessary to level the tank properly shims are to be obtained locally After Bulk Feed Tank is level and shimmed properly anchor the tan...

Page 79: ...hased locally All bins shall have two 2 ground connections Ground clamps must be placed at equal distances around the bin Alternate Installation Cables may be placed in the foundation or through PVC s...

Page 80: ...PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 15 Pneumatic Fill Kit Pneumatic Fill Kit Assembly NOTE Inlet and exhaust parts from roof eave upward supplied with kit Figure 15...

Page 81: ...aulking placed between angle rings virtually eliminates all leakage problems Rubber seal must be utilized at roof cap area to prevent material blow by from pressurized systems To install fill kits in...

Page 82: ...82 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series NOTES...

Page 83: ...6 and 87 3 12 Diameter 45 Hopper Bin Specifications See Pages 88 and 89 4 12 Diameter 45 Hopper Bin Hardware Specifications See Pages 90 and 91 5 15 Diameter 60 Hopper Bin Specifications See Pages 92...

Page 84: ...er Bin Specifications IMPORTANT Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels All bolts to be tightened from the nut side only Refer to detail o...

Page 85: ...ddle Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS40701512 15 Gauge Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS40701312 13 Gauge Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS40721312 13 Gauge Bottom Punched Leg Sheet 3 SS40721212...

Page 86: ...rts List 86 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 12 Diameter 60 Hopper Bin Hardware Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16 Collar 31 3 16 792 mm 22 Collar 35 3 4 90...

Page 87: ...ewall Sheet Use 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 Hex Nuts Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank 96 or 168 6 S 396 96 or 168 7 S 277 Hopper Panels to Sidewall Sheet Use 5 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and...

Page 88: ...pper Bin Specifications IMPORTANT Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels All bolts to be tightened from the nut side only Refer to detail...

Page 89: ...le Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS40701512 15 Gauge Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS40701312 13 Gauge Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS40721312 13 Gauge Bottom Punched Leg Sheet 3 SS40721212 12...

Page 90: ...Bin Hardware Specifications IMPORTANT Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels All bolts to be tightened from the nut side only Refer to d...

Page 91: ...idewall Sheet Seams Use 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 Hex Nuts Varies 5 S 396 Varies 6 S 275 Leg to Sidewall Sheet Use 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 Hex Nuts Bolt Heads to Inside of...

Page 92: ...pper Bin Specifications IMPORTANT Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels All bolts to be tightened from the nut side only Refer to detail...

Page 93: ...3 SS00151615 16 Gauge Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 HT33911615 16 Gauge Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS00151415 14 Gauge Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 HT33911415 14 Gauge Middle 3 Leg Pun...

Page 94: ...Tank Series 15 Diameter 60 Hopper Bin Hardware Specifications IMPORTANT Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels All bolts to be tightened...

Page 95: ...o Sidewall Sheet Use 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 Hex Nuts Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank 330 6 S 396 330 7 S 277 Hopper Panels to Sidewall Sheet Use 5 16 x 1 1 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 H...

Page 96: ...er Bin Specifications IMPORTANT Bolt heads are inside of bin at the leg to body attachment and on all vertical seams on hopper panels All bolts to be tightened from the nut side only Refer to detail o...

Page 97: ...Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS00151615 16 Gauge Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 HT33911615 16 Gauge Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 SS00151415 14 Gauge Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet 3 HT339114...

Page 98: ...rts List 98 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series 15 Diameter 45 Hopper Bin Hardware Specifications Under Collar Clearance 16 Collar 34 1 16 865 mm 22 Collar 36 5 8 93...

Page 99: ...Sidewall Sheet Seams Use 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 Hex Nuts Varies 5 S 396 Varies 6 S 275 Leg to Sidewall Sheet Use 5 16 x 3 4 Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5 16 Hex Nuts Bolt Heads to Inside o...

Page 100: ...100 PNEG 1461 12 and 15 Bulk Feed Tank Series and Grain Hopper Tank Series NOTES...

Page 101: ...FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR DESIGN OF SUCH PRODUCTS GSI shall not be liable for any direct indirect incidental or consequential damages including without limitation loss of anticipated profits or bene...

Page 102: ...lations which should be carefully followed in all cases Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made GSI Group 1004 E Illinois St Assumption IL 62510 0020 Phone 1...