Grain Systems Bucket Elevtors, Conveyors, Series II Sweeps PNEG-1849 - Manual (Page 10)

10 PNEG-1849 30"-36" Bucket Elevator Platform and Ladder “X” Series
4. Overview
Chapter 4: Overview
This section is intended to provide a general, high-level overview of platform assembly for the GSI bucket
elevator. Detailed instructions are given in the pages to come.
This section should be used for reference only and is intended to provide general guidance about the
overall process only.
1. Support Channels:
Proper orientation of channels is based upon the size of the bucket elevator (16", 24", 30" or 36") and
the right/left hand position of the drive. This must be installed correctly at the start or nothing else will
install correctly.
2. Ladders and Safety Cages:
Ladder sections mount directly to the trunking sections of the bucket elevator. Typical ladder layouts
and charts identifying the support height for ladder packages can be found
on Pages 11 through 19 .
3. Tie Angles to Trunking:
• Proper orientation of the tie angles is critical for correct installation.
• Note differences from up-leg and down-leg installations.
Be sure to follow the instructions for the size and drive position.
Throughout this manual, particular attention is given to the initial orientation of channels and aligning
bolt holes. Failure to complete these initial steps correctly will significantly impede the assembly and
installation of the bucket elevator platforms.
4. Decking and Toe Boards:
Decking is etched with alpha characters to assist with orienting decks and aligning holes for
connections. Decking connections should be finger-tight only initially so that adjustments can be
made once all decks and toe boards are in place. Only then should all hardware be fully torqued.
5. Handrail Platform Posts:
The number and location of platform posts varies based upon platform and bucket elevator size.
6. Handrails:
Intermediate handrails (those at near knee level) may need to be field cut to fit. The amount to trim
varies based upon the size of the platform being installed. The smaller rail then fits inside of the larger
rail so that it “telescopes” between the posts. Always follow best practices of “measure twice, cut
once” and verify the measurement is for the bucket elevator size. Upper handrails do not require any
alterations in the field prior to assembly.
7. Platform Braces:
Throughout this manual, safety cage bars (LDR-517BE) are used as platform braces. These are
required for support and stability. Please attach as described through the manual.