5. Sidewall Construction
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PNEG-1276
Top Dry Autoflow Construction Manual 24', 30' and 36'
Sidewall Erection Instructions (Continued)
After assembling the
second ring
, lift the top ring sheets in place, add top stiffeners, build the Top Dry
floor, then the roof.
NOTE:
The sidewall sheets used for the top ring are punched to accommodate the eave flashing bolts.
NOTE:
The fan entrance sheet and access door are located in the second ring. Attach the top stiffeners,
leaving out the seven (7) bolts indicated in
at each stiffener location. Install the flashing
bolts from the outside and tighten first nut on the inside of the bin.
Figure 5B
Caulking Detail
NOTE:
The rope caulking is installed before each sheet is assembled. Apply rope caulking between the
last vertical row of bolts and edge of outside sheet. There is sufficient caulking for all vertical seams
on storage and drying bins. Wipe sheet clean where caulking is to be applied.
Figure 5C Standard Sidewall Sheets as Viewed from Inside
