Grain Systems Tanks PNEG-257 - Manual (Page 59)

9. Leg and Leg Bracing
PNEG-257 12', 15', 18' and 21' Bulk Feed Tanks BFT and GHT Series 59
Hopper to Leg Bracing
Hopper braces are to be spaced equally around tank. Hopper braces are required on all hopper tanks.
Refer to chart
below for the quantities required.
NOTE: Hopper braces attach between the legs and the collar/hopper horizontal seam. Never bolt the
braces directly to the hopper seam above the collar.
Figure 9S
Directions: Locate correct tank in far left column, braces are located across top of chart. Follow the
column down to correct tank line and read the quantity required for that tank.
Cross Tie Brace Usage Chart
Description 16" Hopper Brace Part # 22" Hopper Brace Part # Qty
12' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12115 BLK-12116 8
12' Diameter 60° Hopper BLK-12113 BLK-12114 8
15' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12118 BLK-12120 3
15' Diameter 60° Hopper BLK-12117 BLK-12119 3
18' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12121 BLK-12122 3
21' Diameter 45° Hopper BLK-12123 BLK-12124 4
Description Inside Cross Tie Outside Cross Tie
12' Diameter 60° Hopper 16 16
12' Diameter 45° Hopper 8 8
15' Diameter 45° Hopper 15 15
15' Diameter 60° Hopper 30 30
18' Diameter 45° Hopper 36 36
21' Diameter 45° Hopper 56 56