Grain Systems Tanks PNEG-4075 - Manual (Page 144)

Chapter 8: Accessories
NOTE: A portion of the last ladder section may need to be cut to fit the proper length to the ground or to
the intermediate platform.
1. Place two ladder sections (A) together as shown.
2. Install a splice plate (C) to each outside channel, connecting the ladder sections (A).
3. Install flange bolts (D) to each inside channel as shown, connecting the ladder sections (A).
4. Install flange nuts (B) to each outside channel as shown, securing the ladder sections (A). Tighten to
the recommended torque specifications. See Bolt Torque Specifications, page 24 .
Figure 8-15 Assembling the inside ladder sections
A Ladder section C Splice plate (LDR-4317)
B 5/16 in. flange nut (S-3611) D 5/16 x 3/4 in. flange bolt (S-275)
Inside Ladder Placement
The inside ladder provides manway access from inside the bin.
What You Should Know
Begin by temporarily positioning the ladder (B) directly under the manway roof panel (A) for the correct
placement location. Mark or scribe this location where each side of the ladder’s vertical channels meet the
sidewall.
144 Pneg-4075 75 Ft Diameter 40-Series Bin