GSi 40 Series Instructions for use

78 Ft Diameter Bin
Models:
2.66 IN. CORRUGATION 40–SERIES BIN
Construction Manual
PNEG-4078-O15
Version 1.2
Date: 12-18-20
PNEG-4078-O15

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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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 ..........................................................................................................25
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
Bolt S-10274.............................................................................................................................30
Chapter 4 Assembling Sidewall Sheets ...................................................................................................31
Color Codes for Sidewall Gauge Identification..............................................................................31
Orientation Detail for Top Sidewall Sheets ...................................................................................31
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
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Close-Punch Connection for a Two-Ring Top Stiffener to a Two-Ring Stiffener (16 Ga)....................51
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 ................................................................................77
Attachment Locations of Purlins to Rafters...................................................................................80
Assembling Purlin Number 4 ......................................................................................................81
Assembling Purlin Number 3 ......................................................................................................83
Assembling Purlin Number 2 ......................................................................................................85
Assembling Purlin Number 1 ......................................................................................................87
Assembling the Center Collar .....................................................................................................89
Center Collar Placement ............................................................................................................97
Guidelines for Assembling and Lifting the A-Frame Rafter Sections ............................................. 100
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 Intermediate Purlins ............................................................................................. 104
Attaching the Roof Panels........................................................................................................105
Installing the Roof Flashing ...................................................................................................... 112
Installing the Cap Plates Assembly ........................................................................................... 114
Installing the Conveyor Support Brackets to the Peak Cap .......................................................... 116
Chapter 8 Accessories .......................................................................................................................... 119
Installing Roof Ladder Steps.....................................................................................................120
Roof Ring Placement...............................................................................................................122
Installing a Roof Ring...............................................................................................................123
Installation of Peak–To– Exhauster Ladder Kit ........................................................................... 125
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Preparation for Roof Exhauster Installation ................................................................................ 126
Assembling the Roof Exhauster................................................................................................ 128
Installing Roof Exhauster Assembly ..........................................................................................129
Assembling the Auto Roof Vent ................................................................................................ 132
Assembling Grill Guard Roof Vent............................................................................................. 133
Installing the Roof Vents...........................................................................................................135
Installing the Manway Cover.....................................................................................................136
Ladder Section Assembly......................................................................................................... 137
Inside Ladder Placement..........................................................................................................138
Installing Inside Ladder Bottom Bracket..................................................................................... 142
Guidelines for Installing a Sidedraw System............................................................................... 143
Installing the Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Two Post Stiffener) ............................................................ 146
Installing the Sidedraw Baffle Chute (Three Post Stiffener).......................................................... 147
Installing the Sidedraw Discharge Chute ................................................................................... 149
Wind Ring Requirements .........................................................................................................156
Installing Wind Rings ............................................................................................................... 158
Assembling Weather Cover for Roller Valve ............................................................................... 160
GSI Group, LLC Limited Warranty.......................................................................................... 161
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1Safety 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 stor-
age 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 equip-
ment. 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.
CAUTION
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
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 oper-
ation. 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 appropri-
ate to the job.
• Remove all jewelry
• Tie long hair up and back.
• Wear safety glasses at all times to protect eyes from
debris.
Eye Protection
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• Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges on
plastic or steel parts.
Gloves
• Wear steel-toed boots to help protect your feet from falling
debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings.
Steel-Toed Boots
• A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing poten-
tially toxic fumes and dust.
Respirator
• Wear a hard hat to help protect your head. Hard Hat
• Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working
at elevations greater than 6 ft (1.8 m).
Fall Protection
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 equip-
ment 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.
DANGER
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.
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 under-
stood 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 pro-
vided 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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