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198846 R12

4.4. Cutting Openings in Wide-Corr® Grain Bins

This section provides instructions for cutting openings to accommodate fan transitions, unloading augers and
roof vents.

General Rules for Cutting openings

1. Never cut any uprights, roof ribs, or wall sheet bolted vertical seams to create an opening.

2. Openings shall be located so equipment being installed won't interfere with any bin components/

accessories.

3. Openings shall be minimized as much as possible for structural integrity of grain bins.

4. Corners in openings shall be cut with minimum radius of 1/8" to reduce stress concentration.

5. Openings shall be sealed all the way around for all weather conditions.

6. Instructions shall be followed closely to avoid damage to bin structure.

7. Except cutting openings described below, any other modification to Westeel bins shall be approved by a

professional engineer.

Openings for Fan Transitions of Aeration Floors

1. Consult aeration floor installation instructions for information on Planning floor layout.

2. Openings shall be centered to a wall sheet in horizontal direction.

3. Opening shall be cut as tight as it can be for the transition to go through and shall have no more than 1/4"

gap on any side to the section of a fan transition going through a bin wall.

4. Opening height for fan transition shall be limited to 12.5" inches from bottom edge of a bottom wall sheet.

5. Opening width shall not exceed 46.5" for stiffened bins and 72.5" for unstiffened bins.

6. Vertical support shall be required to support load above opening.

7. Bottom angles may be cut flush to the sides of an opening to form part of opening.

Openings for Unloading Augers of Wide-Corr® Bins with Full Floor Aeration

1. Consult aeration floor installation instructions for information on Planning floor layout.

2. Openings shall be centered to a wall sheet in horizontal direction.

3. Openings shall be cut as tight as it can be for unloading auger to go through and shall have no more than 1/

4" gap to auger flange section on any side.

4. Opening height for any auger shall be limited to 12.5" from the bottom edge of a bottom wall sheet.

5. Vertical flange of a bottom angle may be cut flush to sides of an opening to form part of opening.

Openings for Roof Vents in Roof Sheets

1. Openings shall be centered between roof ribs and have 2.5" minimum distance between edge of opening

and base of a roof rib.

2. Openings can be square, rectangular, or round.

3. Openings shall be the same size as the inlet opening of a vent being installed.

4. Any side of a square/rectangular opening shall have a maximum length of 18" and a circular opening shall

have a maximum diameter of 24".

4. PREPARATION

BIN ON HOPPER PEA UPGRADE KIT – GRAIN BIN

Summary of Contents for Bin on Hopper Pea

Page 1: ...structions and safety precautions can result in serious injury death or property damage Keep manual for future reference Part Number 198846 R12 Revised Dec 2018 Bin on Hopper Pea Upgrade Kit Grain Bin Installation and Storage Instructions Original Instructions ...

Page 2: ...New in this Manual The following changes have been made in this revision of the manual Description Section Updated Safety Decal Locations 2 6 Safety Decal Locations and Details on page 7 ...

Page 3: ...n Design and Loads 10 3 3 Site and Assembly 10 3 4 Methods of Installation 11 3 5 Critical Assembly Requirements 11 3 6 Product Storage 12 3 7 Grain Bin Use 13 3 8 Important Notes 13 4 Preparation 15 4 1 Check Shipment 15 4 2 List of Tools and Equipment 15 4 3 Order Optional Equipment 15 4 4 Cutting Openings in Wide Corr Grain Bins 16 5 Assembly 17 5 1 Assembly Safety 17 5 2 Pea Upgrade Kit Instal...

Page 4: ...h the process and the necessary precautions for efficient and safe assembly Everyone present at the assembly site is required to be familiar with all safety precautions Keep this manual available for frequent reference and review it with new personnel Call your local distributor or dealer if you need assistance or additional information 1 INTRODUCTION BIN ON HOPPER PEA UPGRADE KIT GRAIN BIN ...

Page 5: ...cedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual Remember YOU are the key to safety Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you Make these practices a working part of your safety program All accidents can be avoided It is the pea upgrade kit owner operator and maintenance personnel s responsibility to read and understand ALL safety instructions safety d...

Page 6: ...aced parts must display the same decal s as the original part Replacement safety decals are available free of charge from your distributor dealer or factory as applicable 2 5 Decal Installation Replacement 1 Decal area must be clean and dry with a temperature above 50 F 10 C 2 Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper 3 Align the decal over the specified area and carefully p...

Page 7: ...gure s that follow Safe operation and use of the pea upgrade kit requires that you familiarize yourself with the various safety decals and the areas or particular functions that the decals apply to as well as the safety precautions that must be taken to avoid serious injury death or damage Figure 1 Safety Decals BIN ON HOPPER PEA UPGRADE KIT GRAIN BIN 2 SAFETY ...

Page 8: ...bin 1 Shut off and lock out all power 2 Use a lifeline safety harness and have an observer outside before entering the bin 3 Wear proper breathing equipment or a respirator 4 Avoid the center of the bin Failure to heed these warnings could result in serious injury or death ENTRAPMENT HAZARD Part Number 8110 00013 WARNING Keep clear of all augers DO NOT ENTER this bin If you must enter the bin 1 Sh...

Page 9: ...system to prevent roof and or bin damage Consult dealer to install adequate roof venting Ensure all roof vents are open and unobstructed Discontinue use of aeration fan if roof vents become obstructed with ice NOTICE Part Number 8110 00066 FALL RESTRAINT ANCHOR POINT MAX WORKING LOAD 1 000 lb 453 kg SEE MANUFACTURER ROOF MANUAL FOR DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ANCHOR POINT LOCATIONS Part Number...

Page 10: ...itions Westeel will not assume any liability for results arising from their use Important Foundation should be uniform and level Level should not vary by more than over a span of four feet under the bottom ring angle Any variance from level must be shimmed under upright base assembly If being utilized to support a full floor aeration system this levelness requirement should extend across the compl...

Page 11: ...applicable to local conditions 3 Your foundation must provide uniform and level support to the structure being supported Surface imperfections causing gapping must be remedied This may involve but not be limited to a grouting under the bottom ring of a non stiffened bin or tank and b shimming under the uprights of a stiffened bin or tank or under the legs of a hopper 4 Make sure that the proper ha...

Page 12: ...he dull grey appearance that weathered galvanized surfaces get 2 Parts that are not well ventilated or well drained can collect water between surfaces and develop white rust 3 White rust is not a structural concern if its development is stopped in the early stages A light film or powdery residue can occur after a period of heavy rainfall or a short time of improper storage If white rust has starte...

Page 13: ...d and stored in a new box that is free of moisture 3 In addition to wiping down wallsheets a food grade oil can also be applied with a clean lint free cloth This will assist in preventing any further moisture from contacting the galvanizing on the steel Due to safety concerns with installation and use Westeel does not recommend the use of oil on other parts such as roof sheets and safety ladders P...

Page 14: ...ompacted density in Westeel bins Tighten all bolts to the recommended torque settings Do not locate grain bins close to high buildings which might cause snow to fall onto or build up on the roof of the grain bin Consider future expansion and allow space for loading and unloading of the bin Your dealer and local government agricultural consultants can help you plan your storage system for maximum e...

Page 15: ...ts multiple 9 16 and 1 2 sockets recommended Large pocket carpenter pouch 8 20 cm metal punches for aligning bolt holes Step and extension ladders construction grade 6 point wrenches Imperial box end Metal cutting saw suitable for cutting roof rings and wind rings Scaffolding Centre post bin stand Crane and or bin jacks Minimum Recommended Safety Equipment A properly stocked first aid kit Eye foot...

Page 16: ...n going through a bin wall 4 Opening height for fan transition shall be limited to 12 5 inches from bottom edge of a bottom wall sheet 5 Opening width shall not exceed 46 5 for stiffened bins and 72 5 for unstiffened bins 6 Vertical support shall be required to support load above opening 7 Bottom angles may be cut flush to the sides of an opening to form part of opening Openings for Unloading Auge...

Page 17: ...148 195 196 197 and 198 bins for added vertical strength when mounted on hopper bottoms They MUST be used for pea storage on hopper mounted bins Bins in this application require additional uprights due to the mass flow phenomenon experienced during unloading 1 Locate the position of additional uprights as shown on the layouts in Section 6 1 Wall Sheet and Upright Layout on page 19 2 Install additi...

Page 18: ...y to the cone Using upright as a template drill 3 8 holes in 3 bottom tiers only spaced vertically every 10 Once all bolts have been installed and tightened lift the bin into place on the cone Install bin to hopper bolts and tighten Install the Upright Supports inside the cone between uprights and the cone Push firmly up into place Sheet metal screws are used to install the upright supports as sho...

Page 19: ...NOTE MODEL 145 BINS PRIOR TO 2007 USED 236108 SHEETS INSTEAD OF 236107 IN TOP TWO TIERS Upgrade for Models 145 195 Bins on Hopper Wall sheet and Upright Layout Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 145 195 235629 235630 Upright 236340 4 6 Hardware Pail 235632 1 1 Table 1 Parts List 145 195 Bins on Hopper Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 145 195 235629 235630 Upright 236340 4 6 Hardw...

Page 20: ...els 146 196 Bins on Hopper Wall Sheet and Upright Layout Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 146 196 235625 235626 Upright 236340 4 6 Upright 236538 4 6 Hardware Pail 235632 1 1 Table 2 Parts List 146 196 Bins on Hopper Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 146 196 235625 235626 Upright 236340 4 6 Upright 236538 4 6 Hardware Pail 235632 1 1 6 APPENDIX BIN ON HOPPER PEA UPGRADE KIT GRAI...

Page 21: ...236340 UPRIGHT 12 BOLT SPACES 12 BOLT SPACES 236540 UPRIGHT Upgrade for Models 147 197 Bins on Hopper Wall Sheet and Upright Layout Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 147 197 235633 235634 Upright 236340 4 6 Upright 236540 4 6 Hardware Pail 235632 1 1 Table 3 Parts List 147 197 Bins on Hopper Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 147 197 235633 235634 Upright 236340 4 6 Upright 236540...

Page 22: ...AL REQUIRED 236340 UPRIGHT 12 BOLT SPACES 12 BOLT SPACES 236542 UPRIGHT Upgrade of Models 148 198 Bins on Hopper Wall Sheet and Upright Layout Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 148 198 235635 235636 Upright 236340 4 6 Upright 236542 4 6 Hardware Pail 235632 1 1 Table 4 Parts List 148 198 Bins on Hopper Part Description Part Number Bin Model Kit 147 197 235633 235634 Upright 236340 4 6 Upr...

Page 23: ...T SUPPORT 6 297418 HEX SELF TAPPING SCREW 365 x 1 0 ZN 26 235933 HFS 375 x 1 0 GR2 ZJS500 c w WASHER Bag of 55 2 235953 HEAVY HEX NUT 375 GR2 ZJS500 Bag of 50 2 235957 WASHER 375 ZJS500 Bag of 75 1 198846 INSTRUCTIONS HOPPER STORAGE UPGRADE KITS 1 BIN ON HOPPER PEA UPGRADE KIT GRAIN BIN 6 APPENDIX ...

Page 24: ...lly important to monitor when installing bolts in temperatures approaching 10 C 14 F The following table shows the minimum impact gun torque capacity necessary to achieve a snug tightened condition for bolts used in the assembly process Table 6 Recommended Impact Gun Torque Values Capacity to Achieve Snug Tightened Bolts Bolt Diameter Bolt Grade Grade Mark Recommended Torque Capacity in lb ft lb N...

Page 25: ...int 12 months Structural 30 months Elite Cones Paint 30 months Structural 10 years WESTEEL cones Paint No Warranty Structural 12 months Smooth Wall Bins Paint 60 months Structural 10 years Commercial Smooth Wall Bins Paint 12 months Structural 10 years Limitation of Remedies Replacement Within the warranty period Westeel will replace the goods and or original manufactured components thereof which ...

Page 26: ...isclaimers Limitations as to Manufacturer The warranty does not cover products sold by Westeel that are not manufactured by Westeel In those circumstances the purchaser is referred to the manufacturer of those products Limitation of Implied Warranties and Other Remedies To the extent allowed by law neither Westeel nor its dealers nor any company affiliated with Westeel makes any warranties represe...

Page 27: ...r unenforceable in whole or in part such provision shall be deemed severable and will not affect or impair the legal validity of any other provision of the warranty BIN ON HOPPER PEA UPGRADE KIT GRAIN BIN 7 LIMITED WARRANTY WESTEEL GRAIN BIN PRODUCTS ...

Page 28: ...450 Desautels Street P O Box 792 Winnipeg Manitoba R3C 2N5 Canada Phone 866 299 4312 Fax 204 235 0796 Website www westeel com Email info westeel com Ag Growth International Inc 2018 Printed in Canada ...

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