GSi BFT Series Assembly Manual

Tanks BFT and GHT Series Assembly Manual PNEG-257 Date: 10-07-11

All information, illustrations, photos and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice.

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 3 Contents Chapter 1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................................... 5 Chapter 2 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 6 Safety Guidelines .................................................................................................................................. 6 General Safety Statement ..................................................................................................................... 7 Safety Instructions ................................................................................................................................. 8 Proper Storage Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction ........................................................... 10 Chapter 3 Decals .................................................................................................................................................. 11 Chapter 4 General Information ........................................................................................................................... 14 Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Manual General Instructions .................................................................... 14 Chapter 5 Foundation .......................................................................................................................................... 15 Chapter 6 Sidewall Assembly ............................................................................................................................. 26 Bulk Feed Tank Assembly .................................................................................................................. 26 Sidewall Sheet Orientation (12' Only) ................................................................................................. 27 Sidewall Erection ................................................................................................................................. 28 Chapter 7 Roof ..................................................................................................................................................... 30 Sealed Roof Panel Installation (12'-18' BFT) ...................................................................................... 30 12' Roof Reinforcement Angle ............................................................................................................ 32 Roof Ladder ........................................................................................................................................ 33 12' 60° Roof Cap Ground Control ....................................................................................................... 36 Roof Cap ............................................................................................................................................. 41 15' and 18' Roof Assembly Instructions .............................................................................................. 42 Raising the Roof .................................................................................................................................. 44 Chapter 8 Hopper Assembly ............................................................................................................................... 46 Hopper Sheets .................................................................................................................................... 46 Hopper Collar Assembly ..................................................................................................................... 49 Chapter 9 Legs and Leg Bracing ........................................................................................................................ 50 12' Only ............................................................................................................................................... 50 Installation of Leg to Sidewall .............................................................................................................. 51 Installation of Leg to Sidewall for 15', 18' and 21' BFT ........................................................................ 52 12'-21' Leg Bracing ............................................................................................................................. 53 Bracing Hole Layout ............................................................................................................................ 55 Hopper to Leg Bracing ........................................................................................................................ 59 Chapter 10 Ladder ............................................................................................................................................... 60 Optional Sidewall Ladder ................................................................................................................... 60 Ladder Safety Cage ........................................................................................................................... 61 Optional Safety Cage ........................................................................................................................ 61 Safety Cage Assembly ...................................................................................................................... 63 Chapter 11 Raising Bin ........................................................................................................................................ 65 Raising Bin to Set on Foundation ...................................................................................................... 65 Chapter 12 Grounding ......................................................................................................................................... 67 Chapter 13 Pneumatic Fill Kit ............................................................................................................................. 68 Pneumatic Fill Kit Assembly .............................................................................................................. 68 Roof Panel ......................................................................................................................................... 68

4 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Chapter 14 Parts List ........................................................................................................................................... 71 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications ...................................................................................... 72 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ....................................................................... 74 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications ...................................................................................... 76 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ....................................................................... 78 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications ...................................................................................... 80 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ....................................................................... 82 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications ...................................................................................... 84 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ....................................................................... 86 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications ...................................................................................... 88 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ....................................................................... 90 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications ...................................................................................... 92 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification ....................................................................... 94 Chapter 15 Warranty ............................................................................................................................................ 97

5 1. Introduction READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to properly use and install equipment. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. INSPECT the shipment immediately upon arrival. The customer is responsible for ensuring that all quantities are correct. The customer should report and note any damage or shortage on the 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 you the assurance that the company will back its products when defects appear within the warranty period. In some circumstances, the company also provides field improvements, often without charge to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty. Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change its performance beyond the factory specifications, the warranty will become void and field improvements may be denied.

2. Safety Safety Guidelines 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. DANGER WARNING CAUTION NOTICE This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE is used to address practices not related to personal injury. DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

7 General Safety Statement Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with grain handling equipment. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel. As owner and/or operator, you are responsible to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions exist and inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment, which may produce a very dangerous situation, where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur. 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 may be taken to the bin site should also be reviewed and considered. Any electrical control equipment in contact with the bin should be properly grounded and installed in accordance with National Electric Code provisions and other local or national codes. This product is intended for the use of grain storage only. Any other use is a misuse of the product. 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 should 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. 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.

Safety Instructions Our foremost concern is your safety and the safety of others associated with this equipment. We want to keep you as a customer. This manual is to help you understand safe operating procedures and some problems that may be encountered by the operator and other personnel. As owner and/or operator, it is your responsibility to know what requirements, hazards, and precautions exist, and to inform all personnel associated with the equipment or in the area. Safety precautions may be required from the personnel. Avoid any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very dangerous situation where SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur. This equipment shall be installed in accordance with the current installation codes and applicable regulations, which should be carefully followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted 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 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. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may 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. Read and Understand Manual Practice Safe Maintenance 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. Maint ain Equipment and

9 Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone. Keep Emergency Equipment Quickly Accessible Wear Protective Clothing Wear close-fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate 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 parts. Wear steel toe boots to help protect your feet from falling debris. Tuck in any loose or dangling shoestrings. A respirator may be needed to prevent breathing potentially toxic fumes and dust. Wear a hard hat to help protect your head. Wear appropriate fall protection equipment when working at elevations greater than six feet (6'). Eye Protection Gloves Steel-Toed Boots Respirator Hard Hat Fall Protection

Proper Storage Grain Bin/Silo Materials Prior to Construction 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.

11 3. Decals DC-604 Located on the cap latch control arm. DC-604

Plastic tie DC-590 Located on the cap latch control arm.

13 DC-GBC-1A Located on inside the peak cap. GSI Decals 1004 E. Illinois St. Assumption, IL. 62510 Phone: 1-217-226-4421 For replacement decals, contact: Rotating flighting will kill or dismember. Flowing 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 death. If you must enter the bin: 1. Shut off and lock out all power. 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. DC-GBC-1A

4. General Information Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Manual General Instructions 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 shortages. 1. Decal protective mask must be removed when assembling tank. Mask may become difficult to remove if left exposed to sunlight. 2. Vertical seams must be staggered on all sidewall rings 3. When legs extend up 2 rings, the leg holes must be in alignment in the bottom 2 rings. 4. All hopper seams and the hopper collar use truss head bolts. The heads of the bolts must be on the inside of the tank. 5. All bolts are to be tightened from the nut side only. Do not allow bolt heads to spin. 6. Hex head bin bolts are used on all sidewall and roof seams with the bolt heads on the outside of the bin. 7. Hex head bolts are to be used on all leg to sidewall connections with the bolt heads on the inside of the tank. 8. Drift punches can be used to align holes. 9. All vertical sidewall sheet seams must be overlapped in the same direction. 10. Close hole spacing is used at the top of all top sidewall sheets and at the bottom of all bottom sidewall sheets. Selecting the Proper Site The selected site should be level, firm and free from underlying debris. The tank can be installed satisfactorily on slopes, but as the slope increases, additional labor and materials are required for the foundation. The concrete foundation surfaces must be level. If some fill is required, it should be watered and tamped thoroughly 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. Naturally, the site must allow convenient access for easy loading and unloading, plus provide additional space for future units. Also, consider the positioning of handling equipment, availability of electricity, etc. Tools Tools recommended for assembly of Bulk Feed Tanks. 1. Assorted sizes of combination wrenches 2. Hammer 3. 3-12" Long drift punches 4. 1 Large flathead screwdriver 5. 1 Pair of slip joint pliers 6. Two (2) adjustable wrenches 7. Ratchet and sockets 8. Impact wrenches and sockets (if available)

15 5. Foundation Figure 5A 12' 2-8 Ring Square Pad # of Rings Slab Thickness (D) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-5 15" 9.1 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8 6 16" 9.7 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8 7 16" 9.7 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8 8 17" 10.3 Cu. Yards 196 Sq. Ft. 8 # of Rings Slab Thickness (D) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-5 381 mm 6.93 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8 6 406 mm 7.40 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8 7 406 mm 7.40 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8 8 432 mm 7.86 Cu. Meters 18.21 Sq. Meters 8 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. * Applies to 45° hopper tank only. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations. * *

Figure 5B 12' 2-8 Ring Round Pad # of Rings Slab Thickness (D) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-5 15" 7.1 Cu. Yards 155 Sq. Ft. 8 6 16" 7.6 Cu. Yards 155 Sq. Ft. 8 7 16" 7.6 Cu. Yards 155 Sq. Ft. 8 8 17" 8.1 Cu. Yards 155 Sq. Ft. 8 # of Rings Slab Thickness (D) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-5 381 mm 5.45 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8 6 406 mm 5.81 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8 7 406 mm 5.81 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8 8 432 mm 6.18 Cu. Meters 14.40 Sq. Meters 8 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. * Applies to 45° hopper tank only. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations. * *

17 Figure 5C 12' 8-10 Ring Round Pad # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 8 15" 4" 5.0 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 12 9 18" 4" 5.8 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 12 10 20" 4" 6.4 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 12 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 8 381 mm 102 mm 3.82 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 12 9 457 mm 102 mm 4.43 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 12 10 508 mm 102 mm 4.89 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 12 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. * Applies to 60° hopper tanks. ** Applies to 45° and 60° hopper tanks. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations. * ** * **

Figure 5D 12' 11 Ring 16 Leg Round Pad # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 11 24" 4" 7.5 Cu. Yards 175 Sq. Ft. 16 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 11 610 mm 102 mm 5.73 Cu. Meters 16.26 Sq. Meters 16 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

19 Figure 5E 15' 1-6 Ring Round Pad # of Rings Slab Thickness (D) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 1-4 14" 11.0 Cu. Yards 255 Sq. Ft. 15 5 15" 11.8 Cu. Yards 255 Sq. Ft. 15 6 16" 12.6 Cu. Yards 255 Sq. Ft. 15 # of Rings Slab Thickness (D) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 1-4 356 mm 8.41 Cu. Meters 23.69 Sq. Meters 15 5 381 mm 9.01 Cu. Meters 23.69 Sq. Meters 15 6 406 mm 9.63 Cu. Meters 23.69 Sq. Meters 15 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

Figure 5F 15' 7-8 Ring 60° Round Pad # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 7 14" 4" 6.3 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 20 8 15" 4" 6.6 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 20 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 7 356 mm 102 mm 4.82 Cu. Meters 20.9 Sq. Meters 20 8 381 mm 102 mm 5.05 Cu. Meters 20.9 Sq. Meters 20 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

21 Figure 5G 15' 7-8 Ring 45° Hopper Tank # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 7 17" 4" 7.4 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 15 8 18" 4" 7.7 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 15 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 7 432 mm 102 mm 5.66 Cu. Meters 20.90 Sq. Meters 15 8 457 mm 102 mm 5.89 Cu. Meters 20.90 Sq. Meters 15 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

Figure 5H 15' 9 Ring 20 Leg 45° Tank # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 9 18" 4" 7.7 Cu. Yards 225 Sq. Ft. 20 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 9 457 mm 102 mm 5.89 Cu. Meters 20.90 Sq. Meters 20 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

23 Figure 5I 18' 2-8 Ring Hopper Tank # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-4 12" 4" 8.5 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18 5-6 15" 4" 10 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18 7 16" 4" 10.9 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18 8 18" 4" 11.5 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 18 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-4 305 mm 102 mm 6.5 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18 5-6 381 mm 102 mm 7.66 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18 7 406 mm 102 mm 8.33 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18 8 457 mm 102 mm 8.79 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 18 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

Figure 5J 18' 9 Ring 24 Leg Hopper Tank # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 9 18" 4" 11.5 Cu. Yards 350 Sq. Ft. 24 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 9 457 mm 102 mm 8.79 Cu. Meters 32.52 Sq. Meters 24 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

25 Figure 5K 21' 2-8 Ring 24 Hopper Tank # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-6 13" 4" 11 Cu. Yards 450 Sq. Ft. 28 7 15" 4" 12.1 Cu. Yards 450 Sq. Ft. 28 8 16" 4" 12.7 Cu. Yards 450 Sq. Ft. 28 # of Rings Footing Depth (D) Slab Thickness (T) Concrete Volume Wire Mesh Area # of Column Legs 2-6 330 mm 102 mm 8.41 Cu. Meters 41.81 Sq. Meters 28 7 381 mm 102 mm 9.25 Cu. Meters 41.81 Sq. Meters 28 8 406 mm 102 mm 9.71 Cu. Meters 41.81 Sq. Meters 28 GENERAL NOTES: 1. Foundation 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 be free of vegetation and debris and well drained. 4. The foundation should be level within 1/4" overall and within ± 1/8" in any 10 ft. length along the anchor bolt circle. 5. Material estimates do not include allowance for shrinkage and waste. 6. These layouts are recommendations for GSI tanks only. Consult GSI engineering for special tank foundations. All instructions shall be construed as recommendations only. Because the actual installation may vary according to local conditions. The GSI Group assumes no liability for results arising from the use of such recommendations.

6. Sidewall Assembly Bulk Feed Tank Assembly Body Sheet Chart NOTE: *Represents 45° Bulk Tanks. All other tanks come with 60° or 45° hoppers. Model Gauge BFT 12'-1 Ring 18 BFT 12'-2 Ring 13-20 BFT 12'-3 Ring 13-20-20 BFT 12'-4 Ring 13-18-20-20 BFT 12'-5 Ring 12-16-18-20-20 BFT 12'-6 Ring 12-15-16-18-20-20 BFT 12'-7 Ring 12-13-15-16-18-20-20 BFT 15'-2 Ring 14-16 BFT 15'-3 Ring 14-16-20 BFT 15'-4 Ring 14-16-18-20 BFT 15'-5 Ring 12-14-16-18-20 BFT 15'-6 Ring 12-14-16-16-18-20 BFT 15'-7 Ring 12-14-14-16-16-18-20 BFT 15'-8 Ring 12-14-14-14-16-16-18-20 BFT 18'-2 Ring 10-16 BFT 18'-3 Ring 10-16-20 BFT 18'-4 Ring 10-16-18-20 BFT 18'-5 Ring 10-16-18-20-20 BFT 18'-6 Ring 10-14-16-18-20-20 BFT 18'-7 Ring 10-14-16-18-18-20-20 BFT 18'-8 Ring 10-14-14-16-18-18-20-20 BFT 21'-2 Ring 10-16 BFT 21'-3 Ring 10-16-20 BFT 21'-4 Ring 10-16-20-20 BFT 21'-5 Ring 10-16-17-20-20 BFT 21'-6 Ring 10-16-17-17-20-20

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 27 How to use charts on this page: The chart titled “body sheet chart” is for the reference when building the tank. This chart tells you how many rings the specific tank must have. To read the chart you look up the tank size you wish to build (an 18' diameter tank with 4 rings will look like BFT18' 4 rings). The side labeled “gauge” will tell you which body sheets to use. The sheets are color coded, all that needs to be done is to match the gauge number with the color (use “sheet gauge color code chart”). IMPORTANT: Number of rings shown for each tank size are maximums. (12' 60° tanks have a 6 ring maximum. 15' 45° and 18' 45° tanks have an 8 ring maximum). NOTE: Body sheets are color coded on edges for gauge identification. Sheet Gauge Color Code Chart Sidewall Sheet Orientation (12' Only) IMPORTANT: Please note the sheet orientation when assembling the bin sidewall. The upper right corner will have a slot or identifying sticker. This corner should be on the inside of the tank when assembled. Figure 6A Viewed from Inside Sheet orientation will effect how the sheets lap together. Code # Color Code 20 Red 18 Orange 17 Pink/Light Blue 16 Blue 15 Brown/Red 14 Green 13 Yellow/Blue 12 Black 11 Pink 10 Light Blue

28 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Sidewall Erection 12'-21' Bulk Feed Tank 12'-21' Diameter Bulk Feed Tanks are designed to be built vertically utilizing bin jacks or a crane of adequate capacity. Before bolting the sidewall sheets together, check that you have the proper gauge steel for the first ring. The higher gauge number denote the thinner materials. (Example, 20 gauge material is thinner than 14 gauge.) In erecting all bulk 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 begin building accordingly. Remember, assemble the top ring first. Note ring overlap detail above. NOTE: See Page 27 for proper gauges and color code chart. IMPORTANT: The number of rings shown for each tank size are maximums. (21' 45° and 15' 60° tanks have a 6 ring maximum. 12' 60° tanks have a 7 ring maximum. The 12' 45°, 15' 45° and 18' 45° tanks have an 8 ring maximum). Figure 6B Ring Overlap Detail Figure 6C Caulking Detail (For 12' tanks only.) Figure 6D Caulking Detail (For 15', 18' and 21' tanks.)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 29 Figure 6E Figure 6F IMPORTANT: BOLTING PATTERN BEGINS IN THE CENTER OF THE SHEET. When starting to assemble the sidewall rings to one another. Be sure to start in the center of the sheets and work to the outside edges (horizontal seams). This allows the sidewall sheets to draw up evenly. Figure 6G Once you have selected the proper gauge material, begin assembling all sidewall sheets in the following manner: Standing on the inside of the tank, place the left panel to the inside with the right panel to the outside. NOTE: The rope caulking is installed before each sheet is assembled. Wipe sheets clean where caulking is to be applied. Apply caulking on each side of the holes in the vertical seams and also on each side of the horizontal row of holes. Using 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 head and its neoprene washer to the outside and the nut to the inside. Do not tighten bolts until all sheets are assembled and form a complete ring. Remember to attach lifting straps at the bottom of the vertical seams while bolting the sheets together. These straps, coupled to the jacks, will enable you to later elevate the tank. Now tighten the bolts, in sequence, starting from the center and working to the edge in both directions. This permits the sidewall sheets to draw-up evenly. Complete one ring and stop. You are now ready to assemble the roof.

7. Roof Sealed Roof Panel Installation (12'-18' BFT) Roof to Sidewall Note that the roof and sidewall ladders are centered on a roof seam. Take notice when placing roof panel, that one edge is bent down. This edge is to be placed on the outside of other roof panel to form a tight seal. Be sure to apply two (2) strips of caulking on all seams. Roof Assembly Assemble roof panels in a counterclockwise manner. On bins that will be equipped with pnuematic fill system (See Page 68), the two (2) roof panels with fill hole and exhaust hole should be located opposite each other on Bulk Feed Tank. Figure 7A Roof Sheet Overlap Detail Figure 7B Eave Detail

31 Peak Ring The peak ring may now be installed. Again use two (2) strips of caulking between peak ring and roof panels. (See Figure 7C.) Note that the peak ring goes to the outside of the roof panels. Figure 7C Figure 7D Caulking Peak ring Caulking

Peak Ring Collar Detail Figure 7E 12' Roof Reinforcement Angle Figure 7F

33 Roof Ladder NOTE: Make sure ladder is positioned so it will fall between the legs when tank is complete. NOTE: Ladder is symmetrical about roof seam. One side shown for clarity. Figure 7G Roof Ladder Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty 12' Diameter Qty 15' Diameter Qty 18' Diameter 1 BLK-11680 Ladder Eave Safety Ring 2 2 2 2 BLK-11762 12' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel 2 - - 2 BLK-11763 15' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel - 2 - 2 BLK11764 18' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel - - 2 3 S-275 5/16'' x 3/4'' Bin Bolt 20 22 24 4 BLK-11679 Roof Ladder Rung 4 5 6 5 S-396 5/16''-18 Hex Nut 20 22 24 6 BLK-11673 Lower Support Channel Bracket 2 2 2 7 LDR-4002 44'' (1118 mm) Sidewall Ladder Bracket - - - 8 LS-121 Sidewall Ladder Standoff - - -

Figure 7H Figure 7I Roof Ladder Peak Ring Detail

35 Figure 7J Roof Ladder Parts List NOTE: Three (3) holes spaces on either side of centerline of ladder. (Six (6) spaces between brackets.) NOTE: Center roof ladder over roof seam during assembly. Ladder is symmetrical about roof seam. One side shown for clarity. Use 5/16" bin bolts and nuts for assembly. Position ref# 6 and ref# 7 as needed for additional support. Ref # Part # Description Qty 12' Diameter Qty 15' Diameter Qty 18' Diameter 1 LS-147 Inside Ladder Standoff 2 2 2 2 BLK-11762 12' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel 2 2 BLK-11763 15' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel 2 3 BLK-11764 18' BFT Roof Ladder Support Channel 2 4 S-275 5/16'' x 3/4" Bin Bolt 20 22 24 5 BLK-11679 Roof Ladder Rung 4 5 6 6 S-396 5/16''-18 Hex Nut 20 22 24 7 BLK-11872 Center Roof Ladder Support 1 2 2 8 BLK-11873 Outer Ladder Support 2 4 4

12' 60° Roof Cap Ground Control Ground control comes standard on 12' 60° Bulk Feed Tanks. Ground control is optional on all 45° Bulk Feed Tanks. Ground control components come fully assembled for the convenience. The ground control is shipped with the arm secured for safety and shipping purposes. The wire and retaining tie are intended for shipping use only. Refer to control arm and ground control details on Page 40 for component part assembly. The peak cap latch hook, located opposite the cap hinge, latches over the cap hold-down bracket. (Ref# 20, ground control detail on Page 40). One end of the ground control chain is secured at the counterweight arm with a cotter pin. (See Figure 7M and Figure 7N.) The chain is passed up and over the cap, through the grommet on the pivot arm, and through the roof eave bracket (BLK-11950), then continues down the side of the tank. Figure 7K Figure 7L CAUTION The control arm is spring loaded. Be careful when removing shipping retainers. See Figure 7P on Page 38 See Figure 7Q on Page 38

37 Figure 7M Figure 7N Figure 7O Chain passes through grommet Peak cap latch Cap hold-down bracket 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 - Chain holder (BLK-11949) 2 - Cap hold-down bracket 3 - Roof eave bracket (BLK-11950) 4 - 5/16" Bolt 5 - 5/16" Flat washers 6 - Cotter pin 7 - Key ring clips 8 - 4" Plastic handles (2)

Figure 7P After removing the slack from the ground control chain while in the fully closed and latched position. Install the key ring clip 2" below chain holder bracket. (See Figure 7Q.) Ensure that the key ring allows the cap to fully latch when the cap is in the closed position, yet will not allow the chain enough slack on top of the cap to become wrapped around the pivot arm in a high wind condition. Bolt the chain holder (BLK-11949) to the bottom horizontal row of sidewall holes or field drill and bolt to the leg tie brace. (See Figure 7Q.) Two (2) 4" plastic handles and extra key ring clips are provided for use at the hopper eave to be used as fully open and fully closed cap indicators. Figure 7Q Roof eave bracket (BLK-11950) Chain holder (BLK-11949) Handle Key ring

39 Figure 7R Figure 7S Make sure the loop of the main cap spring (BLK-11623) is held securely in the pre-loaded position by the head of the 5/16" bolt beneath. If necessary, place one or more 5/16" flat washers under the bolt head to ensure that the bolt catches the loop. WARNING The control arm is spring loaded. It must be released while on the ground and before attaching it to the peak ring. Failure to do so will result in serious injury.

Figure 7T Control Arm and Ground Control Parts List NOTE: Use the above chart for control arm and ground control details Ref # Part # Description 1 BLK-11735 Control Arm 2 BLK-11876 Nylon Grommet with Nut 3 BLK-11623 Flush Cap Main Spring 4 S-277 5/16''-18 x 1-1/4" Bin Bolt (Grade 5) 5 S-845 5/16'' Wrought Iron Washer (Grade 2) 6 BLK-11842 Lower Cap Hinge 7 BLK-11734 Upper Cap Hinge 8 S-7329 5/16''-18 x 2'' Hex Head Bolt 9 BLK-10015 Bulk Tank Roof Cap 10 S-5220 5/16''-18 Hex Lock Nut (Grade 2) 11 BLK-11503 1-7/8'' Long Spring Spacer 12 BLK-11730 1 Piece Bulk Tank Peak Ring 13 S-7171 3/8''-16 x 6-1/2" Hex Head Bolt (Grade 5) 14 S-3214 7/8''-9 Hex Nut (Grade 2) 15 BLK-11845 Latch Counterweight 16 S-7281 7/8''-9 x 1-1/2" Hex Head Bolt 17 BLK-11844 Peak Cap Latch 18 BLK-11795 15/16'' x 3/4" Diameter Plastic Spacer 19 BLK-11843 Pivot Bracket 20 BLK-11846 Cap Hold-Down Bracket 21 S-4663 3/8''-16 Hex Head Lock Nut

41 Roof Cap Bulb Seal Kit (Optional) Figure 7U Cap Hold-Down Package Figure 7V Bulb Seal is pressed into place around the lip of the peak ring. NOTE: Bulb seal kit is included with all pneumatic fill kits. When ordered as a separate option, specify part# BLK-10472. Cap hold down package comes standard on all 45° hopper bulk tanks. Optional on all 60° hopper bulk tanks. Bulb seal (BLK-10472)

15' and 18' Roof Assembly Instructions After completing first ring assembly, you are ready to begin roof construction. First, build a roof center support to hold the peak ring in place at the proper height. A simple structure consisting of a sturdy cross arm attached to a pole and supported by a platform or scaffolding will do. Stand the center support directly in the center of the tank. The bottom of the peak ring should be 89-5/16" (2269 mm) above the foundation on the 18' tank and 78-15/16" (2005 mm) above it on the 15' tank. These dimensions are approximate ones used in BFT construction. Adjusting the center support height will ease roof erection. Refer to the accompanying drawings for details. Install 6 roof reinforcement angles spaced equally around the tank. Reinforcement angle edges are parallel with sidewall sheet and peak ring, see views “AA” and “DD”. The reinforcement angles utilize every other hole in the peak ring. At the sidewall, there are 12 spaces between each reinforcement angle on the 18' tank and 10 spaces between each on the 15' tank. Next, “skin” the roof by installing the roof panels on the just completed reinforcement structure. Reinforcement angles will share all roof panels holes, including hole where panel and peak ring attach. Insure that all roof seams are caulked and lapped correctly as shown in the accompanying detail drawings. Figure 7W

43 Figure 7X View “A”-“A” Figure 7Y View “B”-“B” Figure 7Z View “C”-“C” Figure 7AA View “D”-“D”

Raising the Roof NOTE: See 30° roof manual (PNEG-1092) in roof hardware box for instructions on 12',15',18' & 21' grain bin roof. Figure 7AB Anchor Tank Before 2nd Ring Assembly Anchor all jacks securely with metal stakes and cables (use one jack per sidewall sheet). Now raise the tank just enough to assemble the next ring. When lifting your tank crank all jacks at an equal rate. This will prevent bowing previously assembled rings and make for easier hole alignment. To 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 ring. Now re-bolt lifting straps to the lowest ring in place thus far. NOTE: Add outside ladders and other accessories to tank walls as you continue to raise the tank. After body sheets are assembled and bolts are tightened, raise the tank and attach the legs. Do not put a bolt in the bottom sidewall hole yet, because the hopper must be attached here. When the legs are in place and tightened, release the jack enough to rest the tank on the legs.

45 Figure 7AC A crane of adequate capacity attached to a spider assembly with cables connecting at each vertical sidewall seam just above the legs can also be used to lift the tank. Make sure the tank is being lifted smoothly and evenly. Raise it enough to assemble 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 washer are supplied in the hardware packages. These washers must be installed at the bottom leg to sidewall bolt connection, to the inside of the hopper panel as indicated in the illustration below. Apply caulking in between the hopper panel and the sidewall sheet. Figure 7AD WARNING Watch for power lines. The crane and anything associated with building the bin (due to height) can get in the way of power lines.

8. Hopper Assembly Hopper Sheets When starting to attach hopper sheets to sidewall it is recommened that the first hopper sheet seam be positioned halfway between leg positions. Lap the hopper sheets as shown. Use two (2) strips of caulking on all seams at sidewall to hopper and hopper sheet to hopper sheet. Use 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts (head to outside of tank) for attaching hopper sheets to bottom sidewall sheet. Use truss head bolts to attach hopper sheet to hopper sheet. Be sure to place the head of the truss head bolt on the inside of the hopper. Leave one hopper sheet out to allow room to install the hopper collar. Be sure to use 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 8A 15' 60° , 18' 45° and 21' 45° Install hopper sections. When starting to attach hopper sheets to sidewall it is recommended that the first hopper sheet seam be positioned halfway between leg positions. Lap the hopper sheets as shown. Use 5/16" x 1-1/4" bin bolts (head to outside of tank) for attaching hopper sheets to bottom sidewall sheet. Use truss head bolts to attach hopper sheet to hopper sheet. Be sure to place the head of the truss head bolt on the inside of the hopper. Caulk all seams (double bead). Remember, the hopper collar must be installed before the last hopper section is in place. Clean any caulking, which may have squeezed out during assembly, off the inside of the hopper. After the collar is in place, attach the hopper braces and tighten all bolts.

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 47 Figure 8B 15' 60° Two Piece Hopper Overhead View of 15' 60° Hopper Sheet Assembly Figure 8C 18' and 21' Two Piece Hopper Overhead View of 18' 45 o and 21' 45 o Hopper Sheet Assembly

48 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Figure 8D 15' 60°, 18' 45° and 21' 45° Hopper Sheet Detail Figure 8E 16" Hopper Extension Detail Figure 8F 22" Hopper Collar Detail Figure 8G 16" Hopper Collar Detail

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 49 Hopper Collar Assembly 45 Degree 22" Hopper Collar BLK10854 60 Degree 22" Hopper Collar BLK10342 Install hopper collar before all hopper panels are assembled. Use 5/16" truss head bolts, as shown in the illustration, on all hopper seams. Be sure to caulk between the hopper collar and hopper panels. Refer to drawings. Figure 8H 16" 45° Hopper Extension Panel BLK10697 (3 Required) 16" 45 o Hopper Collar BLK10696 16" 60° Hopper Extension Panel BLK10487 (3 Required) 16" 60 o Hopper Collar BLK10489 Before last hopper panel is attached, assemble the hopper extensions (if utilized) on the hopper collar. Use 5/16" truss head bolts, and caulk all joints on the hopper extensions and collar. After completing this assembly, attach to the hopper panels, using 5/16" truss head bolts. Be sure to caulk between hopper extensions and hopper panels (refer to drawings.) Figure 8I Figure 8J

9. Legs and Leg Bracing 12' Only Figure 9A Figure 9B Figure 9C

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 51 Installation of Leg to Sidewall Figure 9D Use 5/16" x 3/4" bin bolts and nuts when attaching the 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 sidewall, leaving threaded portion of bolt protruding outward. This provides for a weather tight seal at the leg attachment location. (See Leg Size Chart on page 48 before attaching legs.) Figure 9E

52 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Installation of Leg to Sidewall for 15', 18' and 21' BFT When installing legs to sidewall, reverse normal insertion 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. NOTE: Insert bolts from inside to outside on all leg to tank connections. Figure 9F Plug Holes Figure 9G Plug Holes Figure 9H Installing legs to bin with bolt heads on the inside of bin and nuts on the outside.

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 53 12'-21' Leg Bracing See the diagrams on Pages 4951 for attachment points of bracing. Use 3/8" nuts and bolts to attach cross ties to each other and to leg. Hopper braces are attached to legs with 3/8" nuts and bolts and to hopper collar with 5/16" hardware. Ladder standoffs are attached to legs with 5/16" nuts and bolts. The diagrams below show typical bracing attachment points to the leg. Do not tighten any hardware until all bracing is in place. See chart above for dimensions called out in the diagrams below. Figure 9I Typical 12' and 15' 45° Bracing Layout Tank “A” “B” “C” “D” 12' 60° 36.962" 66.962" 112.359" 12' 45° 66.962" 36.962" 15' 60° 50.596" 75.596" 138.250" 15' 45° 80.596" 50.596" 18' 45° 50.596" 63.640" 120.237" 18' 45° 55.075" 66.075" 133.075" “A” “B”

54 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Figure 9J Typical 18' and 21' 45° and 12' and 15' 60° Bracing Layout Leg Size Chart Depending on the size of the Bulk Feed Tank you are assembling, the leg will cover either the bottom ring or 13/4 rings (56"). Refer to this chart to find the correct number of rings your legs will cover. Put all legs on, but don't tighten bolts until all braces are in place. Be sure to put leg braces on properly. (Refer to pages 4951.) Tank Size Hopper # of Rings Length 12' Diameter Tank 45° 1-5 Rings 130-1/8'' 12' Diameter Tank 45° 6-7 Rings 154-1/8'' 12' Diameter Tank 60° 1-5 Rings 175-1/8'' 12' Diameter Tank 60° 6-7 Rings 199-1/8'' 15' Diameter Tank 45° 2-8 Rings 172-3/8'' 15' Diameter Tank 60° 2-6 Rings 231" 18' Diameter Tank 45° 2-8 Rings 190-1/4'' 21' Diameter Tank 45° 2-6 Rings 201-1/2''

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 55 Bracing Hole Layout Figure 9K Figure 9L

56 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) Figure 9M Figure 9N All leg to sidewall holes must be utilized for leg attachment.

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 57 Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) Figure 9O Figure 9P All leg to sidewall holes (22 at 2.666" spacing) must be utilized for leg attachment.

58 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Bracing Hole Layout (Continued) Figure 9Q Figure 9R All leg to sidewall holes (22 at 2.666" spacing on 18'; 20 at 2.66" on 21') must be utilized for leg attachment.

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 59 Hopper to Leg Bracing Hopper braces are to be spaced equally around tank. Hopper braces are required on all hopper tanks. Refer to the chart below for the quantities required. NOTE: Hopper braces attach between the legs and the collar/hopper horizontal seam. Never bolt the braces directly to the hopper seam above the collar. Figure 9S 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 Tie Brace Usage Chart Description 16" Hopper Brace Part # 22" Hopper Brace Part # Qty 12' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12115 BLK-12116 8 12' Diameter 60° Hopper BLK-12113 BLK-12114 8 15' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12118 BLK-12120 3 15' Diameter 60° Hopper BLK-12117 BLK-12119 3 18' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12121 BLK-12122 3 12' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12123 BLK-12124 4 Description Inside Cross Tie Outside Cross Tie 12' Diameter 60° Hopper 16 16 12' Diameter 45° Hopper 8 8 15' Diameter 45° Hopper 15 15 15' Diameter 60° Hopper 30 30 18' Diameter 45° Hopper 36 36 12' Diameter 45° Hopper 56 56

10. Ladder Optional Sidewall Ladder To start sidewall ladder, places two (2) outside standoffs spaces 18-3/4" apart. At the roof eave, the ladder should be located on the standoffs. (Refer to drawing). Continue with standoff located on every horizontal seam. Ladder support ring should be located between two legs as shown. This will standoff the ladder at the bottom of bulk feed tank. When positioning the ladder on the tank, be sure to attach ladder so the raised nonslip tread surface is to the top of the ladder rungs. Figure 10A Figure 10B Ladder Standoff Ring Chart Figure 10C Tank Diameter Ladder Standoff Ring Part # QTY Required 45° QTY Required 45° 12' BLK-10150 3 3 15' BLK-11814 3 3 18' BLK-11814 3 21' BLK-11814 3

61 Ladder Safety Cage Ladder and Safety Cage Usage Chart (Number in Chart Specifies Ring Size). Optional Safety Cage Use 5/16" hex head bolts on all safety cage connections. Figure 10D Ladder Package # Safety Cage # 12' 60° 12' 45° 15' 45° 18' 45° BLK-10635 BLK-10833 - 2 - - BLK-10825 BLK-10834 - - 2 2 BLK-10640 BLK-10835 2 3 3 - BLK-10637 BLK-10836 - 4 - 3 BLK-10641 BLK-10837 3 5 4 4 BLK-10642 BLK-10838 4 - 5 - BLK-10643 BLK-10839 5 6 - 5 BLK-10826 BLK-10840 - 7 6 - BLK-10644 BLK-10841 6 - 7 6 BLK-10827 BLK-10842 - - - 7 BLK-10828 BLK-10843 - - 8 8

Start attaching ladder at the eave (top) of the Bulk Feed Tank. After the first ladder has been attached to the sidewall of tank, attach ladder extension rails to the ladder as shown in Figure 10F. Refer to Page 61 for proper ladder placement in relation to the eave of the tank. Use hex head bolts on all safety cage connections. Attach hoop brackets and adjustable safety cage brace to the top of the extension rails. Be sure to attach the adjustable brace on the left side of the ladder. Now attach the opposite end of the adjustable brace to the roof ladder rail. After completing this, drill two (2) 5/16" holes through the adjustable brace and use 1/4" x 1-1/2" bolts and nuts to secure the two (2) braces together. Add the safety cage hoops to the brackets and attach vertical supports to the hoops. Continue adding ladder sections and safety cage as sidewall rings are attached. Included in the safety cage package are two (2) bell hoop halves (See Page 61) which should be located at the bottom of the safety cage. Follow all drawings and details for proper placement of parts and proper location of safety cage. Figure 10E Side View Figure 10F Front View

63 Figure 10G Safety Cage Assembly Figure 10H

Figure 10I Figure 10J

65 11. Raising Bin Raising Bin to Set on Foundation Be sure that all bolts are tightened properly. The bulk feed tank can now be set up on foundation. A crane of 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. 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 tank down with 5/8" washers and nuts. (See Figure 11A.) Figure 11A Leg Base Detail WARNING Make sure there is enough clearance between the tank and surrounding power lines, electricution may occur. WARNING All usual and customary precautions must be taken to ensure safety of personnel and property.

66 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series Figure 11B NOTE: Leg shims are not standard equipment and must be obtained locally.

67 12. Grounding NOTE: Parts not supplied by manufacturer, they should be purchased 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 sleeve inserted in the slab during construction. NOTE: Grounding rod must be placed a minimum of 24" from concrete. Figure 12A Ref # Description 1 Cable Clamp 2 5' (1524 mm) Copper Cable (Plain or Jacketed) 3 Ground Rod Clamp 4 Ground Rod 1/2" x 10' (3048 mm)

13. Pneumatic Fill Kit Pneumatic Fill Kit Assembly NOTE: Inlet and exhaust parts from roof eave upward supplied with kit. Figure 13A Roof Panel Identical pre-punched roof panels are available from GSI for inlet and outlet sections of pneumatic fill systems. Extruded lip of the panels provide for weather tight installation. Caulking 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 roof panels not pre-punched, cut 5-5/8" (143 mm) diameter holes in opposing roof panels as shown in Figure 13B and Figure 13C on Page 69. Caulk sufficiently to provide weather tight seal. Refer to “Peak Ring Seal Strip” installation procedure when installing pneumatic fill kits. Abnormal pressure may require us of optional “Cap Hold-Down Package”. (BLK-10474)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 69 Figure 13B Figure 13C

71 14. Parts List 1. 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 72-73.) 2. 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 74-75.) 3. 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 76-77.) 4. 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 78-79.) 5. 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 80-81.) 6. 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 82-83.) 7. 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 84-85.) 8. 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 86-87.) 9. 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 88-89.) 10. 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 90-91.) 11. 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications - (See Pages 92-93.) 12. 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification - (See Pages 94-95.)

72 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 12' Diameter 60° Hopper 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 31-3/16" (792 mm) 22" Collar 35-3/4" (908 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 73 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty A BLK-12272 12' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 12 A BLK-12275 12' 40° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 12 B BLK-12286 12' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) 12 B BLK-12287 12' 40° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) 12 12' Sidewall Sheet 4 per Ring C SS40682012 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS41932012 20 Gauge (Top Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) C SS40692012 20 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40691812 18 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40691612 16 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40691512 15 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40701512 15 Gauge (Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40701312 13 Gauge (Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40721312 13 Gauge (Bottom Punched Leg Sheet) C SS40721212 12 Gauge (Bottom Punched Leg Sheet) D BLK-10155 12' 60° Offset Hopper Panel (14 Gauge) 12 E BLK-12720 12' 60° (1-5 Ring) Leg 175-1/8" (12 Gauge) 1 Ring Coverage 8 E BLK-12046 12' 60° (6-7 Ring) Leg 199-1/8" (10 Gauge) 1-3/4 Ring Coverage 8 F BLK-12113 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (Shown) 8 F BLK-12114 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar 8 G BLK-10587 16" 60° Hopper Extension Kit with Collar (Shown) 1 G BLK-10342 22" 60° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) 1 H BLK-11730 30° Roof Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 H BLK-12534 40° Roof Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 I BLK-12060 12' Inside Cross Tie Brace (67.788") (12 Gauge) 16 I BLK-12061 12' Outside Cross Tie Brace (67.788") (12 Gauge) 16 N/S BLK-11840A 12' 60° Hopper Reinforcement Angle (Optional) 12

74 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 31-3/16" (792 mm) 22" Collar 35-3/4" (908 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 75 12' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Parts List NOTE: Bolt listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 36 S-396 36 2 S-275 Roof Panel to Roof Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 240 S-396 240 3 S-275 Roof Panels to Top Sidewall Sheets (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 144 S-396 144 4 S-275 Vertical Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies S-396 Varies 5 S-275 Horizontal Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies 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 Tank) 96 or 168 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 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 288 S-396 288 8 S-277 Leg to Body Sheet to Hopper Connection (Use 10 Gauge Washer Under 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 8 S-396 8 BLK-12483 8 9 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) 420 S-3611 420 10 S-4303 Hopper Collar to Hopper Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) (16" Shown) 36 S-3611 36 11 S-7927 Hopper Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 8 S-456 8 12 S-7927 Cross Tie Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 48 S-456 48

76 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 12' Diameter 45° Hopper 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34" (864 mm) 22" Collar 36-9/16" (929 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 77 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty A BLK-12272 12' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 12 A BLK-12275 12' 40° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 12 B BLK-12286 12' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) 12 B BLK-12287 12' 40° Roof Stiffener Channel (18 Gauge) 12 12' Sidewall Sheet 4 per Ring C SS40682012 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS41932012 20 Gauge (Top Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) C SS40692012 20 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40691812 18 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40691612 16 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40691512 15 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40701512 15 Gauge (Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40701312 13 Gauge (Middle Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS40721312 13 Gauge (Bottom Punched Leg Sheet) C SS40721212 12 Gauge (Bottom Punched Leg Sheet) D BLK-10695 12' 45° Offset Hopper Panel (14 Gauge) 12 E BLK-12045 12' 45° (1-5 Ring) Leg (154-1/8") (12 Gauge) 1 Ring Coverage 8 E BLK-12045 12' 45° (6-7 Ring) Leg (154-1/8") (10 Gauge) 13/4 Ring Coverage 8 F BLK-12115 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (62.7") (Shown) 8 F BLK-12116 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar (60.1") 8 G BLK-10847 16" 45° Hopper Extension Kit with Collar (Shown) 1 G BLK-10854 22" 45° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) 1 H BLK-11730 30° Roof Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 H BLK-12534 40° Roof Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 I BLK-12060 12' Inside Cross Tie Brace (67.788") (12 Gauge) 8 I BLK-12061 12' Outside Cross Tie Brace (67.788") (12 Gauge) 8 N/S BLK-12021 12' Hopper Reinforcement Angle (Optional) 12

78 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34" (864 mm) 22" Collar 36-9/16" (929 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 79 12' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nuts second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 36 S-396 36 2 S-275 Roof Panel to Roof Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 240 S-396 240 3 S-275 Roof Panels to Top Sidewall Sheets (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 144 S-396 144 4 S-275 Vertical Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies S-396 Varies 5 S-275 Horizontal Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies 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 Tank) 96 or 168 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 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 288 S-396 288 8 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) 300 S-3611 300 9 S-4303 Hopper Collar to Hopper Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) (16" Shown.) 36 S-3611 36 10 S-7927 Hopper Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 8 S-456 8 11 S-7927 Cross Tie Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 24 S-456 24

80 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 15' Diameter 60° Hopper 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 33" (838 mm) 22" Collar 37-9/16" (954 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 81 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty A BLK-12278 15' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 18 B BLK-12288 15' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel 18 15' Sidewall Sheet 5 per Ring C HT38742015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT38752015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) C HT43421815 18 Gauge (Top 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43431815 18 Gauge (Top 3 Leg Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151815 18 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911815 18 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151615 16 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911615 16 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151415 14 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911415 14 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43691415 14 Gauge (Bottom 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43691215 12 Gauge (Bottom 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) D1 BLK-11209 15' 60° Upper Hopper Panel (14 Gauge) 18 D2 BLK-11210 15' 60° Lower Hopper Panel (16 Gauge) 9 E BLK-12048 15' 60° Leg 231.00" (10 Gauge) 15 F BLK-12117 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (Shown) 3 F BLK-12119 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar 3 G BLK-10587 16" 60° Hopper Extension Kit with Collar (Shown) 1 G BLK-10324 22" 60° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) 1 H BLK-11730 Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 I BLK-12062 15' Inside Cross Tie Brace (64.4") (12 Gauge) 30 I BLK-12063 15' Outside Cross Tie Brace (64.4") (12 Gauge) 30

82 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking.

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 83 15' Diameter 60° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 36 S-396 36 2 S-275 Roof Panel to Roof Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 414 S-396 414 3 S-275 Roof Panels to Top Sidewall Sheets (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 180 S-396 180 4 S-275 Vertical Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies S-396 Varies 5 S-275 Horizontal Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies 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 Tank) 330 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" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 360 S-396 360 8 S-277 Leg to Body Sheet to Hopper Connection (Use 10 Gauge Washer Under 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 15 S-396 15 BLK-12483 15 9 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) 850 S-3611 850 10 S-4303 Hopper Collar to Hopper Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) (16" Shown.) 36 S-3611 36 11 S-7927 Hopper Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 3 S-456 3 12 S-7927 Cross Tie Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 90 S-456 90

84 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 15' Diameter 45° Hopper 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-1/16" (865 mm) 22" Collar 36-5/8" (930 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 85 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty A BLK-12278 15' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 18 B BLK-12288 15' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel 18 15' Sidewall Sheet 5 per Ring C HT38742015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT38752015 20 Gauge (Top Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) C HT43421815 18 Gauge (Top 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43431815 18 Gauge (Top 3 Leg Punched Decal Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151815 18 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911815 18 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151615 16 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911615 16 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151415 14 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911415 14 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43691415 14 Gauge (Bottom 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43691215 12 Gauge (Bottom 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) D BLK-10845 15' 45° Hopper Panel (14 Gauge) 18 E BLK-12047 15' 45° Leg 172-1/8" (10 Gauge) 15 F BLK-12118 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (Shown) 3 F BLK-12120 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar 3 G BLK-10847 16" 45° Hopper Extension Kit with Collar (Shown) 1 G BLK-10854 22" 45° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) 1 H BLK-11730 Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 I BLK-12062 15' Inside Cross Tie Brace (64.4") (12 Gauge) 30 I BLK-12063 15' Outside Cross Tie Brace (64.4") (12 Gauge) 30

86 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-1/16" (865 mm) 22" Collar 36-5/8" (930 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 87 15' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nuts second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 36 S-396 36 2 S-275 Roof Panel to Roof Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 414 S-396 414 3 S-275 Roof Panels to Top Sidewall Sheets (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 180 S-396 180 4 S-275 Vertical Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies S-396 Varies 5 S-275 Horizontal Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies 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 Tank) 330 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" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 360 S-396 360 8 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) 720 S-3611 720 9 S-4303 Hopper Collar to Hopper Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) (16" Shown.) 36 S-3611 36 10 S-7927 Hopper Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 3 S-456 3 11 S-7927 Cross Tie Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 45 S-456 45

88 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 18' Diameter 45° Hopper 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-3/8" (873 mm) 22" Collar 36-15/16" (938 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 89 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty A BLK-12281 18' 30° Roof Panel (20 Gauge) 18 B BLK-12286 18' 30° Roof Stiffener Channel 18 18' Sidewall Sheet 5 per Ring C HT38742018 20 Gauge (Top Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00152018 20 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151818 18 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT43421618 16 Gauge (Top 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911618 16 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C SS00151618 16 Gauge (Middle Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33911418 14 Gauge (Middle 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33921218 12 Gauge (Bottom 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) C HT33921018 10 Gauge (Bottom 3 Leg Punched Sidewall Sheet) D1 BLK-11887 18' 45° Upper Hopper Panel (12 Gauge) 18 D2 BLK-10846 18' 45° Lower Hopper Panel (14 Gauge) 18 E BLK-12049 18' 45° Leg (190.0") (10 gauge) 18 F BLK-12121 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (Shown) 3 F BLK-12122 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar 3 G BLK-10847 16" 45° Hopper Extension Kit w/ Collar (Shown) 1 G BLK-10854 22" 45° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) 1 H BLK-11730 Bulk Tank Peak Ring 1 I BLK-12062 18' Inside Cross Tie Brace (12 Gauge) 36 I BLK-12063 18' Outside Cross Tie Brace (12 Gauge) 36

90 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 34-3/8" (873 mm) 22" Collar 36-15/16" (938 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 91 18' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Qty 1 S-275 Bulk Tank Peak Ring to Roof Panels (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 36 S-396 36 2 S-275 Roof Panel to Roof Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 504 S-396 504 3 S-275 Roof Panels to Top Sidewall Sheets (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) 216 S-396 216 4 S-275 Vertical Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies S-396 Varies 5 S-275 Horizontal Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies 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 Tank) 396 S-396 396 7 S-277 Hopper Panels to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 288 S-396 288 8 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) 1260 S-3611 1260 9 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) (16" Shown.) 36 S-3611 36 10 S-7927 Hopper Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 3 S-456 3 11 S-7927 Cross Tie Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 108 S-456 108

92 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 21' Diameter 45° Hopper 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 details on Page 28 for location of caulking. Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 33-15/16" (862 mm) 22" Collar 36-1/2" (927 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 93 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Specifications Parts List Ref # Part # Description Qty Grain Bin Roof Utilizes Grain Bin Style Roof, See 30° Grain Bin Roof Erection Manual 21' Body Sheets 7 per Ring C SS22012021 20 Gauge (Decal Sheet) C SS00152021 20 Gauge (Middle Sheet) C SS00151721 17 Gauge (Middle Sheet) C SS00151621 16 Gauge (Middle Sheet) C SS60141621 16 Gauge (Middle Leg Sheet) C SS60131021 10 Gauge (Bottom Sheet) D1 BLK-11244 21' 45° Upper Hopper Panel (12 Gauge) 18 D2 BLK-10846 21' 45° Lower Hopper Panel (14 gauge) 18 E BLK-12050 21' 45° Leg 201-1/2" (10 Gauge) 28 F BLK-12123 Hopper Brace for 16" Collar (Shown) 4 F BLK-12124 Hopper Brace for 22" Collar 4 G BLK-10847 16" 45° Hopper Extension Kit with Collar (Shown) 1 G BLK-10854 22" 45° Hopper Collar (36 Holes) 1 H BLK-12066 21' Inside Cross Tie Brace (12 Gauge) 56 H BLK-12067 21' Outside Cross Tie Brace (12 Gauge) 56

94 PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Specification Under Collar Clearance 16" Collar 33-15/16" (862 mm) 22" Collar 36-1/2" (927 mm)

PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 95 21' Diameter 45° Hopper Bin Hardware Usage Parts List NOTE: Bolts listed first, nut second for each usage. Ref # Part # Description Qty Grain Bin Roof Hardware Utilizes Grain Bin Style Roof - See 30° Grain Bin Roof Instruction Manual. 4 S-275 Vertical Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies S-396 Varies 5 S-275 Horizontal Sidewall Sheet Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) Varies 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 Tank.) 532 S-396 532 7 S-277 Hopper Panels to Sidewall Sheet (Use 5/16" x 1-1/4" Hex Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Hex Nuts.) (Bolt Head to Inside at Leg to Hopper to Sidewall Connection Only.) 504 S-396 504 8 S-4303 Vertical Hopper Seams (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) 1700 S-3611 1700 9 S-4303 Hopper Collar to Hopper Panel (Use 5/16" x 3/4" Truss Head Bin Bolts and 5/16" Flanged Whiz Nuts.) (Bolt Heads to Inside of Tank.) (16" Shown.) 36 S-3611 36 10 S-7927 Hopper Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 4 S-456 4 11 S-7927 Cross Tie Brace to Leg (Use 3/8" x 1" Flange Head Bolts and 3/8" Hex Nuts.) 168 S-456 168

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