GSi EVO-50 Instructions for use

135' Diameter
Models:
EVO-50 Z-TEK ROOF BINS - 11 RINGS
AND TALLER
Construction Manual
PNEG-54135-2X
Version 1.0
Date: 03-14-22
PNEG-54135-2X

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.
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Contents
Chapter 1 Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................................7
Safety Guidelines........................................................................................................................7
Cautionary Symbol Definitions......................................................................................................8
Safety Cautions...........................................................................................................................9
Safety Decals ...........................................................................................................................14
Safety Sign-off Sheet.................................................................................................................16
Chapter 2 General Overview....................................................................................................................17
General Information...................................................................................................................17
Tools Required for Construction..................................................................................................17
Guidelines for Proper Storage of Grain Bin Materials Prior to Construction.....................................18
Overview for a Typical Bin Installation .........................................................................................18
Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage....................................................19
Anchor Bolt Detail .....................................................................................................................21
Anchor Bolt Charts ....................................................................................................................22
Chapter 3 Hardware Requirements..........................................................................................................23
Bolt and Nut Pairings.................................................................................................................23
Hardware for 2-Post Sidewall Sheets..........................................................................................24
Hardware for 3-Post Sidewall Sheets..........................................................................................25
Bolt Torque Specifications..........................................................................................................26
Identifying Bolt Grades ..............................................................................................................26
Color Chart for Bin Hardware Buckets.........................................................................................27
Bolt Identifications .....................................................................................................................28
Bolt (S-7485) ............................................................................................................................28
Bolt (S-7487) ............................................................................................................................28
Bolt (S-7488) ............................................................................................................................28
Bolt (S-10260)...........................................................................................................................29
Bolt (S-10261)...........................................................................................................................29
Bolt (S-10782)...........................................................................................................................29
Bolt (S-10779)...........................................................................................................................30
Bolt (S-10780)...........................................................................................................................30
Bolt (S-10781)...........................................................................................................................30
Bolt (S-10800)...........................................................................................................................31
Bolt (S-10252) ..........................................................................................................................31
Nut (S-10784) ...........................................................................................................................32
Nut (S-10785) ...........................................................................................................................32
Nut (S-9426) .............................................................................................................................32
Nut (S-9281) .............................................................................................................................33
Chapter 4 Assembling the Sidewall Sheets .............................................................................................35
Guidelines for Constructing the Sidewall Sheets ..........................................................................35
Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification .............................................................................35
Orientation Detail for Sidewall Sheets (2-Post) ............................................................................36
Orientation Detail for Sidewall Sheets (3-Post) ............................................................................37
References for Sidewall Sheets and Caulkings ............................................................................38
Caulking and Assembling the Standard (Non-Laminated) Sheets..................................................39
Outer Sheet Caulking Instructions for Laced Lamination...............................................................41
Lacing Overview of Double Laminated Sidewall Sheets................................................................43
Caulking and Assembling the Double Laminated Sheets ..............................................................44
Lacing Overview of Triple Laminated Sidewall Sheets..................................................................46
Caulking and Assembling the Triple Laminated Sheets ................................................................47
Chapter 5 Installing the Base Angle.........................................................................................................49
Installing the Base Angle............................................................................................................49
Installing the Base Angle Shims .................................................................................................51
Installing the Anchor Bolt Washer ...............................................................................................52
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Chapter 6 Stiffeners.................................................................................................................................53
Stiffener Starting Location..........................................................................................................54
Stiffener Splice Location ............................................................................................................55
Stiffener Part Number Description ..............................................................................................56
Color Codes for Stiffener Gauge Identification .............................................................................56
Standard Stiffeners....................................................................................................................57
Top Stiffeners............................................................................................................................58
Stiffeners Splice ........................................................................................................................59
Base Stiffeners .........................................................................................................................60
Base Boots ...............................................................................................................................61
One-Ring Top Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a One-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) ........................................62
One-Ring Top Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) ........................................62
One-Ring Top Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) ..........................................63
One-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) ..............................................63
One-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) ................................................64
Two-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.).................................................64
Two-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.)...............................................65
Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) ..................................................65
Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) to a Two-Ring Stiffener (2-6 Ga.) ....................................................66
Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) to a Base Stiffener (8 Ga.)..............................................................66
Two-Ring Stiffener (8-14 Ga.) to a Base Stiffener (10-14 Ga.) .......................................................67
Two-Ring Stiffener (2-6 Ga.) to a Base Stiffener (2-6 Ga.).............................................................67
Two-Ring Stiffener (15-18 Ga.) to a Base Stiffener (10-14 Ga.) .....................................................68
Two-Ring Stiffener (2-6 Ga.) to a Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga.) with an Insert (10-12 Ga.) .................68
Laminated Stiffeners (2 Ga.) with Inserts (10-12 Ga.) ...................................................................69
Laminated Stiffener (2 Ga.) with an Insert (10-12 Ga.) to a Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga.) with
a Base Insert (10-12 Ga.)...............................................................................................69
Base Stiffener (10-16 Ga.) to a Base Boot ...................................................................................70
Base Stiffener (2+12 Ga. - 6 Ga.) to a Base Boot .........................................................................70
Laminated Base Stiffener (2 Ga.) with Insert (2+10 to 2+12 Ga.) to a Base Boot.............................71
Standard Stiffener to a 12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener with Insert ..........................................71
12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffeners with Insert...........................................................................72
12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with Inserts to a Base
Boot .............................................................................................................................73
12-Bolt Pattern Laminated Stiffener to Laminated Base Stiffener with Inserts to a Base
Boot .............................................................................................................................74
Chapter 7 Door Assemblies.....................................................................................................................75
General Information...................................................................................................................75
Door Assembly Instructions (NCWT0803) ...................................................................................76
Door Assembly Instructions (NCWT0637) ...................................................................................98
Chapter 8 Roof Assembly......................................................................................................................103
Attaching the Inside Stiffener to the Top Outside Stiffener........................................................... 104
Attaching the Eave Bracket to the Inside Stiffener ...................................................................... 105
Attaching the Eave Angle to the Sidewall Sheet ......................................................................... 106
Connecting the Tension Member to the Eave Bracket................................................................. 108
Assembling a Laminated Rafter................................................................................................109
Assembling the Rafters............................................................................................................ 110
Attaching the Center Collar Rafter Clips to the Rafter ................................................................. 111
About Temperature Cable Brackets and A-Frame Assemblies .................................................... 112
Assembling the Temperature Cable Bracket .............................................................................. 116
Attachment Locations of Purlins to Rafters ................................................................................ 118
Assembling the Purlin Number 8............................................................................................... 119
Assembling the Purlin Number 7...............................................................................................121
Assembling the Purlin Number 6...............................................................................................123
Assembling the Purlin Number 5...............................................................................................125
Assembling the Purlin Number 4...............................................................................................127
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Assembling the Purlin Number 3...............................................................................................129
Assembling the Purlin Number 2...............................................................................................131
Assembling the Purlin Number 1...............................................................................................133
Assembling a Double A-Frame................................................................................................. 135
Assembling the Outer Center Collar.......................................................................................... 137
Assembling the Lower Stand-Off Bracket to the Outer Center Collar............................................ 138
Center Collar Placement..........................................................................................................139
Guidelines for Assembling and Lifting the A-Frame Rafter Sections............................................. 140
Attaching the A-Frame to the Center Collar ............................................................................... 142
Attaching the A-Frame to the Eave Bracket ............................................................................... 143
Assembling the Roof Panel Clips.............................................................................................. 144
Installing the Intermediate Purlins ............................................................................................ 145
Attaching the Roof Panels........................................................................................................146
Installing the Roof Flashing ......................................................................................................151
Assembling the Center Collar Brackets to the Inner Center Collar ............................................... 153
Installing the Inner Center Collar to the Outer Center Collar ........................................................ 154
Installing the Top Panels .......................................................................................................... 156
Installing the Upper Stand-Off Support Brackets ........................................................................ 160
Installing the Center Cap Plate .................................................................................................161
Installing the Flashing Lock ...................................................................................................... 163
Chapter 9 Bin Accessories .................................................................................................................... 165
Installing the Roof Ladder Steps ...............................................................................................166
Roof Ring Placement (Optional) ............................................................................................... 168
Installing the Roof Ring............................................................................................................169
Installation of the Peak–To–Exhauster Ladder Kit ...................................................................... 171
Preparation for the Roof Exhauster Installation .......................................................................... 173
Assembling the Roof Exhauster................................................................................................175
Installing the Roof Exhauster Assembly .................................................................................... 176
Installing the Manway Cover ....................................................................................................179
Assembling the Inside Ladder ..................................................................................................181
Installing the Inside Ladder ......................................................................................................182
Installing the Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket ............................................................................... 185
Guidelines for Installing a Sidedraw System .............................................................................. 186
Locating the Chutes................................................................................................................. 188
Locating the Discharge Opening...............................................................................................189
Sidewall Overlap for Sidedraw Weldment.................................................................................. 190
Caulking for the Sidedraw Weldment ........................................................................................ 191
Wind Ring Quantities...............................................................................................................192
Installing the Wind Rings..........................................................................................................193
Assembling the Weather Cover for Roller Valve ......................................................................... 195
Limited Warranty — N.A. Grain Products .............................................................................. 197
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1Safety Precautions
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ Safety Guidelines
▪ Cautionary Symbol Definitions
▪ Safety Cautions
▪ Safety Decals
▪ Safety Sign-off Sheet
Safety Guidelines
Safety guidelines are general-to-specific safety rules that must be followed at all times. This manual is
written to help you understand safe operating procedures and problems that can be encountered by the
operator and other personnel when using this equipment. Read and save these instructions.
As owner or operator, you are responsible for understanding the requirements, hazards, and precautions
that exist and to inform others as required. Unqualified persons must stay out of the work area at all
times.
Alterations must not be made to the equipment. Alterations can produce dangerous situations resulting in
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
This equipment must be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable
regulations, which must be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction must be
consulted before installations are made.
When necessary, you must consider the installation location relative to electrical, fuel and water utilities.
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.
ST-0001–4
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Cautionary Symbol 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.
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, can result in serious injury or death.
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in minor or moderate injury.
This symbol is used to address practices not related to personal
injury.
This symbol indicates a general hazard.
This symbol indicates a prohibited activity.
This symbol indicates a mandatory action.
ST-0005–2
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Safety Cautions
Use Personal Protective Equipment
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment:
Eye
Protection
Respiratory
Protection
Foot
Protection
Hearing
Protection
Head
Protection
Fall
Protection
Hand
Protection
• Wear clothing appropriate to the job.
• Remove all jewelry.
• Tie long hair up and back.
ST-0004–1
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 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.
• If you do not understand any part of this manual or need
assistance, contact your dealer.
ST-0002–1
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Maintain Equipment and Work Area
• Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep
area clean and dry.
• Never service equipment while it is operating. Keep hands,
feet, and clothing away from moving parts.
• Keep your equipment in proper working condition. Replace
worn or broken parts immediately.
ST-0003–1
Do Not Enter Bin
• Rotating flighting will kill or dismember.
• Flowing material will trap and suffocate.
• Crusted material will collapse and suffocate.
— If you must enter the bin:
1. Shut off and lock out all power sources.
2. Use a safety harness and safety line.
3. Station another person outside the bin.
4. Avoid the center of the bin.
5. Wear proper breathing equipment or respirator.
ST-0061–1
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Unload the Bin Correctly
• Use CENTER FLOOR OUTLET ONLY until NO grain
remains above this outlet.
• Side floor outlets to be used ONLY when above condition
is satisfied.
• Lock all side floor outlets to avoid accidental premature
use.
• See manufacturers instructions for proper use of factory
supplied sidedraw (wall) discharge systems.
ST-0060–1
Prevent Roof Damage Due to Vacuum Pressure
• Roof damage can result from excessive vacuum or internal
pressure from fans or other air moving systems. The
manufacturer does not warrant this type of roof damage.
• Adequate ventilation or “makeup air” devices must 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.
• Operating fans during high humidity or cold weather
conditions can cause air exhaust or intake ports to freeze.
ST-0028–2
Sharp Edge Hazard
• This product has sharp edges, which can cause serious
injury.
• To avoid injury, handle sharp edges with caution and always
use proper protective clothing and equipment.
ST-0036–2
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Rotating Auger Hazard
• Keep clear of rotating augers and
moving parts.
• Do not remove or modify guards or
covers.
• Lock-out power source before making
adjustments, cleaning, or maintaining
equipment.
• Failure to follow these precautions will
result in serious injury or death.
ST-0037–1
Stay Clear of Hoisted Equipment
• Always use proper lifting or hoisting equipment when
assembling or disassembling equipment
• Do not walk or stand under hoisted equipment.
• Always use sturdy and stable supports when needed for
installation. Not following these safety precautions creates
the risk of falling equipment, which can crush personnel and
cause serious injury or death.
ST-0047–1
Do Not Overfill the Bin
• Do not overfill bin. Stored grain must be no higher than the
roof eaves at the outer edge.
• Filling the bin above this point creates excessive internal
pressure and can cause swelling and eventual roof failure.
The over filling of a bin can also cause the blockage of roof
vents and eaves, which will lead to a build-up of air
pressure causing roof damage.
ST-0050–1
Install and Operate Equipment Properly
• This product is intended for the use of grain storage only.
Any other use is a misuse of the product.
ST-0057–1
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Store Bin Sheets Properly
• Sidewall bundles or sheets must be stored in a safe manner.
The safest method of storing sidewall bundles is by laying
them 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.
ST-0058–2
Confined Space Hazards and Entry Procedures
• Note that the interior of this equipment is considered a
confined space. Maintenance of this equipment can require
access to the confined space.
• Access doors must be shut and locked except when access
is required.
• Doors giving access to dangerous equipment must be safety
interlocked.
• The following entry procedures must be followed:
— Be aware of all possible hazards present inside the
confined space and wear personal protective equipment
(PPE) as needed.
— Complete a permit to work and follow all permit required
confined space entry procedures defined by the site
manager.
— Make sure that the area has been purged of any
hazardous products or gases. Check the atmosphere
for harmful gases or vapors with a suitable gas analyzer
and make sure levels are safe before entering.
— Do not smoke or use naked flames.
— Lock out and tag out power supplies and fuel supplies to
all equipment.
— Do not work alone. Work in teams of at least three so
that help is immediately available in the event of an
emergency.
— Confirm that all personnel have safely exited the
equipment and tools have been recovered once work is
complete.
ST-0055–1
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Safety Decals
The safety decals on your equipment are safety indicators which must be carefully read and understood
by all personnel involved in the installation, operation, service and maintenance of the equipment.
To replace a damaged of missing decal, contact us to receive a free replacement.
GSI Decals
1004 E. Illinois Street
Assumption, IL 62510
Phone: [phone]
Location Decal No. Decal Description
Located next to
aeration system. DC-969 Caution Vacuum Pressure
On bin doors
and roof hatch
covers
DC-2483 Warning Entrapment Hazard
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Location Decal No. Decal Description
On bin door
covers DC-GBC-1A Warning Keep Clear of
Augers
On bin door
covers DC-GBC-2A Warning Unload Instructions
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Safety Sign-off Sheet
Below is a sign-off sheet that can be used to verify that all personnel have read and understood the safety
instructions. This sign-off sheet is provided for your convenience and personal record keeping.
Date Employee Name Supervisor Name
ST-0007
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2General Overview
Topics Covered in this Chapter
▪ General Information
▪ 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
▪ Anchor Bolt Detail
▪ Anchor Bolt Charts
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 refer other instructions in building the bin.
These include, but may not be limited to:
• A stiffener and sidewall gauge layout chart is required. 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.
Refer to 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.
Tools Required for Construction
General tools needed to perform this construction:
• Combination wrench set 7/16" to 1"
• Combination wrenches for 17 mm and 19 mm
• Alignment punches 12" long
• 1/2" Drive socket set and ratchet
• Nail aprons or tool pouches to hold supplies
• Gloves for hand protection
• Tape measure
• 1/2" Drive electric or pneumatic torque gun with variable impact capabilities
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• 1/2" 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.
Overview for a Typical Bin Installation
These are the typical steps one would perform when constructing a grain bin. Procedures may vary
depending on the site requirements.
Pre-Assembly Activities
• Sorting and grouping parts.
• Install the wind ring bracket to the stiffeners.
• Assemble the rafter clips to rafters on the ground.
• Assemble the A-frames.
• Assemble the center collar.
• Install the vent to the roof panels.
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Assembly
• Build one ring of sidewall and make sure to caulk all seams.
• Add top outside stiffeners and inside stiffeners at the same time to the rings of the sidewall sheets
NOTE: These top stiffeners are the lightest gauge 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 the 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 the eave angles to the sidewall sheets. (Note how these are aligned.)
• Install the tension member and/or compression channels to the eave brackets.
• Lift the pre-assembled A-frames, installing them in “opposite pairs” (across from one another) to
balance out the load as you install.
• Install the lower roof panels.
• Install the upper roof panels.
• Cut roof exhauster holes evenly spaced in upper panels.
• Install the roof flashing and peak cap.
Guidelines for Construction Procedures and Lifting Jack Usage
The following procedure is a guideline when using a lifting jack. Follow this general guideline when lifting
the bin as sidewall sheets are being installed.
NOTE: The roof and the top ring for odd ringed bins or the roof and 2 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 the 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 otherwise 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.
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3. Lifting brackets should be attached through the stiffener bolt holes. Normally you will need to attach
at least four 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 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
repeating step 5, page 20 and step 6, page 20.
9. Add inside and outside ladders as you continue to raise the bin. (Refer to the manual supplied with
the ladders and platforms.)
10.Add platforms as you raise the bin. (Refer to the manual supplied with the ladders and platforms.)
11.Lower the tank and secure to the foundation before leaving the job site.
12.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.
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