Grain Systems Tanks PNEG-805 - Manual (Page 26)

7. Hopper Section Assembly
26 PNEG-805 36' Diameter 40°/45° NCHT Commercial Hopper Tanks
Bracing Assembly
Using 1/2"-13 x 1-1/2" hex head bolts for all brace connections with a washer on each side. Fasten the
diagonal and horizontal braces to the support columns as shown in
Figure 7B . The horizontal brace
consists of two (2) formed channels placed back to back. Connect each set of diagonal braces at their
intersection. Do not tighten bolts until after hopper panels are installed to allow alignment.
Figure 7B Bracing Erection
NOTE: Utilize SCHT-1963 spacer washer between the braces.
Ref # Description
A Horizontal Braces (Two (2) per brace location.)
B Diagonal Braces (40° = Four (4) per Bay) (45° = Six (6) per Bay)
C Column Weldment