P/N 9622486 Rev 0
INSTALLATION MANUAL
CATWALK TO TOWER
CONNECTION
“We Engineer Relationships”
CHIEF INDUSTRIES, INC. – AGRI/INDUSTRIAL DIVISION
Installation Manual
 Chief Industries, Inc.
4400 East 39th Street • PO Box 848
Kearney, NE 68847
Phone 800.359.7600
CATWALK TO TOWER CONNECTION
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Table of Contents
Introduction ............................................................................ 1
Standard Limited Warranty .................................................... 2
General Safety Statement ...................................................... 5
Work Area Safety Statement.................................................. 5
Auxiliary Equipment Safety .................................................... 6
Packaging and Color Coding Information .............................. 7
Diagram of Tower Components ............................................. 8
Individual Tower Components ............................................... 9
Catwalk to Tower Connection Side Weldment ................... 9
Catwalk to Tower Connection Clamp ................................. 9
Catwalk to Tower Connection Mid Angle ............................ 9
Catwalk to Tower Connection Kicker Angle ..................... 10
Catwalk to Tower Connection Kicker Angle Conn. .......... 10
Catwalk to Tower Connection Corner Clamp.................... 10
Catwalk to Tower Connection Corner Side Weldment...... 10
Catwalk to Tower Connection Platform ............................ 11
Catwalk to Tower Connection Hardware Packages ......... 11
90 Degree Catwalk to Tower Connection Hdw Pkg .......... 11
Before You Begin .................................................................. 12
Unloading: ............................................................................. 12
Storage of Materials: ............................................................ 12
Claims for Shortages or Damaged Parts: ............................ 12
Manpower Requirement Estimate: ...................................... 13
Tool and Equipment Requirement Estimate: ....................... 13
Tips and Shortcuts: .............................................................. 13
Strength Staging Layout ...................................................... 14
Bolt Torque ........................................................................... 15
Catwalk to Tower Connection ............................................. 16
Access Bracing ..................................................................... 23
Catwalk Connection ............................................................. 26
90 Degree Catwalk Connection ........................................... 29
Internal Platform ................................................................... 30
Wrap Around Stair System ................................................... 31
Swichback Stair System ...................................................... 33
Summary ............................................................................... 35
CATWALK TO TOWER CONNECTION
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Catwalk to Tower Connection. The attached guidelines
have been derived from contractors with years of experience with installations of
Catwalk to Tower Connection. These guidelines present an easy, safe and effective
method of installation, although alternate installation methods may be used.
This proprietary information is loaned with the expressed agreement that the drawings
and information therein contained are the property of Chief Industries, Inc. and will
not be reproduced, copied, or otherwise disposed of, directly or indirectly, and will not
be used in whole or in part to assist in making or to furnish any information for the
making of drawings, prints or other reproduction hereof, or for the making of
additional products or equipment except upon written permission of Chief Industries,
Inc. first obtained and specific as to each case. The acceptance of this material will be
construed as an acceptance of the foregoing agreement.
The technical data contained herein is the most recent available at the time of
publication and is subject to modification without notice. Chief Industries, Inc.
reserves the right to modify the construction and method of operation of their
products at any time without any obligation on their part to modify any equipment
previously sold and delivered.
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Standard Limited Warranty
1. What is covered by this standard limited warranty?
If you are the original retail purchaser of Chief Manufactured Catwalk and Tower System, Chief
Industries, Inc. expressly warrants to you that the components manufactured by Chief Industries,
Inc. were, on the date of delivery to you, free from defects in the composition of material, Chief
workmanship, and design.
2. Duration of this standard limited warranty and notice requirements.
This standard limited warranty is applicable under normal use and service to defects which become
evident within a period of one (1) year from the date of delivery of your Chief Catwalk and Tower
System to you and which are reported in writing to Chief Industries, Inc. within thirty (30) days of
discovery of the defect. In any event, Chief’s obligations under this standard limited warranty shall
expire thirteen (13) months from the invoice date.
In order to obtain warranty service, simply contact Chief Industries, Inc. in writing with the following
information:
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Your name
Location of the product
Dealer name
Description of problem
Any pertinent information
Date of purchase
No claim will be processes until all of this information has been received in writing by Chief
Industries, Inc. For warranty service, contact:
Chief Industries, Inc.
Agri / Industrial Division – Customer Service Department
P.O. Box 848
Kearney, NE 68848
3. Chief’s Obligations
By purchasing your Chief Catwalk and Tower System subject to this standard limited warranty, you
and Chief Industries, Inc. expressly agree to an allocation of the risks of product failure between you
and Chief Industries, Inc. This allocation is recognized by both parties and is reflected in the price of
the Chief Catwalk and Tower System.
4. Remedies Available From Chief
If a defect in your Chief Catwalk and Tower System is covered by this standard limited warranty,
Chief Industries, Inc. will supply replacement parts F.O.B. Chief Industries, Inc., Kearney, Nebraska.
In addition, during the first year of the warranty, Chief Industries, Inc. will supply the labor
necessary to make repairs in your Chief Catwalk and Tower System made necessary by such defect
or faults. Chief Industries, Inc. will request at least two competitive bids for labor, as shall in the
judgment of Chief Industries, Inc. be the most competitive remedy for the failure covered by this
warranty. Of course, Chief Industries, Inc. reserves the right to reject all such bids and to obtain
additional bids. Upon acceptance of a bid by Chief Industries, Inc., Chief Industries, Inc. will
authorize the necessary repair.
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5. Remedies Not Available From Chief
The obligations stated in the preceding paragraph are the sole and exclusive remedies available
from Chief Industries, Inc. in the event of problems with your Chief Catwalk and Tower System.
Chief Industries, Inc. will not be liable for the costs of dismantling defect parts or installing
replacement parts, including labor costs, after the first year, and Chief Industries, Inc. will not be
liable for any special, incidental pr consequential damages based upon breach of warranty, breach
of contract negligence, strict tort, or any other legal theory.
6. What is Not Covered by this Standard Limited Warranty
a) Chief manufactured product not sold as part of the catwalk and tower system.
b) Products, components, equipment accessories, or parts manufactured by
someone other than Chief Industries, Inc.
c) Accessories, Temporary grain storage bins, or bins designed for storage of
products other than whole grain storage.
d) Damage or loss during shipment of the Chief Catwalk and Tower Systems.
e) Damage or loss caused by the acts or omissions of the erector or his agents.
f) Damage or loss caused, in whole or in part, by inadequate or improper site
selection, inadequate or improper site preparation, inadequate or improper
foundation, or any other failure to provide a suitable installation or installation
environment for a suitable installation or installation of the Chief Catwalk and
Tower System, or any product, component, equipment, accessories, parts used in
conjunction with the Chief Catwalk and Tower System.
g) Damage or loss caused, in whole or in part, by the use of the Chief Catwalk and
Tower System for purposes other than those for which it was designed.
h) Damage or loss caused, in whole or in part by unauthorized attachments,
modifications, or alterations of the Chief Catwalk and Tower System.
i) Damage or loss caused, in whole or in part, by improper or inadequate
maintenance, misuse, or abuse of the Chief Catwalk and Tower System.
7. No Other Warranties
a)
Complete and exclusive agreement:
i. This agreement is the complete and exclusive agreement between you
and Chief Industries, Inc. concerning the allocation of the risks of damage
or loss arising from manufactured component failure. It supersedes all
prior agreements, whether written or oral, and all other communications
between you and Chief concerning the allocation of those risks. No
employee of Chief Industries, Inc. or any other person, including
authorized dealers and any other person authorized to sell a Chief
Catwalk and Tower System, has any authority to make representations,
promises, or warranties in addition to those contained herein.
b) This standard limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or
implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose.
8. Allocation of Risks
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This agreement allocates the risks of damage or loss arising from product failure between Chief
Industries, Inc. and purchaser. This allocation is recognized by both parties and was reflected in the
purchase price of the goods.
As purchaser of a Chief Catwalk and Tower System and this standard limited warranty, I
acknowledge that I have read the foregoing agreement, understand its provisions and agree to be
bound by its terms.
Chief Industries, Inc.
Agri / Industrial Division
P.O. Box 848
Kearney, NE 68848
By:____________________________________________________________
Date:__________________________________________________________
Purchaser’s Signature:____________________________________________
Date Signed:____________________________________________________
Purchaser’s Name:_______________________________________________
Purchaser’s Address:_____________________________________________
Invoice Date:___________________________________________________
Invoice Number:________________________________________________
Dealer:________________________________________________________
Customer:_____________________________________________________
Customer Address:______________________________________________
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General Safety Statement
Your safety and the safety of others is a primary concern to Chief Industries, Inc. This
manual was written to assist in the safe installation of the Catwalk to Tower
Connection.
It is your responsibility as the owner, builder, operator, or supervisor to know what
specific requirements, precautions and hazards exist and to make these known to all
personnel working with equipment or on the jobsite so that they can take any necessary
safety precautions.
All personnel, including the installation crew, must read and understand the
information contained in this manual before starting construction. Chief Industries,
Inc. is not responsible or liable for the misuse of equipment or operation of personnel
or equipment in an unsafe manner.
Chief Industries, Inc. assumes no liability with respect to proper construction and
inspection, assembly, or use of its products established under applicable laws, all of
which is the sole responsibility of the purchaser and those authorized for the
installation.
Follow all local and federal safety laws and regulations. Make certain that all equipment
and personnel conform to any applicable OSHA regulations.
Work Area Safety Statement
To ensure the safety of all individuals in the work area, only authorized and trained
persons shall install, maintain and use the Catwalk to Tower Connection.
Under no circumstances should unauthorized individuals be allowed to trespass or be
present in the work area.
It shall be the duty of all operators to verify that the work area is clean, organized and
kept free of all debris and tools that might cause an accidental tripping or falling hazard.
Special care should be taken when working from unsafe heights. Common sense
dictates that when conditions such as rain or wind prohibit the safe use of equipment,
the installation be discontinued.
Chief Industries, Inc. strongly recommends that equipment meeting the current OSHA
/ ANSI specifications be used, whether the individual operator is required by law to do
so or not. Properly climbing equipment and secured safety belts should be used at all
times when performing operations work, installation or maintenance.
Field modifications without the authorization of the manufacturer may present
unknown dangers to the operator and must be avoided.
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Auxiliary Equipment Safety
You may decide to purchase and install “auxiliary equipment” made by other
manufacturers. Chief Industries, Inc. has no control over the design and manufacture
of this equipment. In view of this, at a minimum, we suggest you do the following:
1. Obtain, read and understand the instructions and cautions of the auxiliary
equipment manufacturer. Be certain that all equipment is installed in agreement
with those instructions.
2. Check with Chief Industries, Inc. to make sure that your bin system is designed
to support any additional loads supplied by the auxiliary equipment.
3. Obtain any applicable safety decals from the manufacturer and make certain
they are displayed in a visible location.
4. Make certain that all electrical equipment is properly installed and grounded by
a qualified electrician.
5. Check availability and operation of electrical lock out and emergency stop
systems.
6. Be certain that all guards and shields are securely in place.
7. Store all operation / maintenance manuals in a safe place for future use.
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Packaging and Color Coding Information
For your convenience in storing part and installation of the Catwalk to Tower Connection,
all packages will be color coded, individual items labeled with an appropriate part number,
and packages labeled.
Example Label for Shipments:
Project Number (28599)
Detail List of Quantities and Part Numbers:
Qty
Chief Part Number
20
20
10
9621019
9621010
9621007
Hardware, including bolts, nuts, screws and other small clips/brackets may be divided into
smaller packages for ease of use and identification.
Where applicable component parts will be marked with the following color codes:
8 Gage
9 Gage
Green
10 Gage
11 Gage
12 Gage
13 Gage
14 Gage
16 Gage
Red
Light
Black
Pink
Dark Blue
Brown
Yellow
Green
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Diagram of Tower Components
To save time and assist as a quick reference guide, the main component parts and the main
assemblies created from these specific components will be shown on the following pages.
Take note of the orientation of these parts in the top level assemblies to help reduce time
and errors during the installation process.
Access
Bracing
Horizontal
Bracing
Clamp
Catwalk to
Tower
Conn. Side
Mid Angle
Diagonal
Bracing
Clamp
Mid Angle
Clamp
Platform
Mid Angle
Post
Weldment
Kicker
Angle
Corner
Clamp
Corner
Clamp
Kicker
Angle Conn.
Kicker
Angle Conn.
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Individual Tower Components
Catwalk to Tower Connection Side Weldment
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
9622385
9622398
Catwalk to Tower Connection Clamp
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
9622390
9622428
Catwalk to Tower Connection Mid Angle
Width
Stage 0-3
6’
8’
10’
12’
14’
16’
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9622391
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9622425
9622426
9622427
Stage 4-6
Catwalk to Tower Connection Mid Angle Clamp
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
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Catwalk to Tower Connection Kicker Angle
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
9622392
9622402
Catwalk to Tower Connection Kicker Angle Connection
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
9622393
9622403
Catwalk to Tower Connection Corner Clamp
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
9622461
Catwalk to Tower Connection Corner Side Weldment
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
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Catwalk to Tower Connection Platform
Width
6’
8’
10’
12’
14’
16’
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Catwalk to Tower Connection Hardware Package
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
9622422
90 Degree Catwalk to Tower Connection Hardware Package
Stage 0-3
(4” Post)
Stage 4-6
(6” Post)
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Before You Begin
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Read the entire installation manual and study the standard detail drawings
supplied with shipment.
Check the packing list for parts received and make sure you have everything listed before
signing off on the packing list or bill of lading. Chief Industries, Inc. must be contacted within (7)
seven days after delivery if there is a shortage of parts.
Unloading:
When unloading the truck, layout various components according to the
number identification and accessibility to the construction site. The following describes the
basic order in which the components will be assembled.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Stage components for current bay
Posts
Diagonal Bracing
Horizontal Bracing
Internal Cross Bracing / Access Bracing
Stairs and Platforms
Proceed in similar fashion for bay at next elevation
Storage of Materials:
All galvanized items should be protected from weather and
moisture condensation to prevent the formation of white rust. Small parts, such as
bolts, nuts, washers, etc., are just as important to an installation as the large ones. Make
certain these are located and checked before disposing of containers or packing.
Ideally, these items should be stored in their shipping containers until ready for use on
the project. They have been packaged to protect against moisture and each container is
identified as to its content. Sheet steel should be stored with one end low to prevent
moisture condensation. Chief Industries, Inc. shall not be held responsible for
materials that are not protected or stored properly after delivery.
Claims for Shortages or Damaged Parts:
All claims for shortages or damaged parts
must be indicated at the time of delivery. An authorized representative of the
contractor must be responsible for checking the material as it is unloaded from the
truck. If material is unloaded at the building site, and the installation is subcontracted,
we recommend that the contractor be informed of his responsibilities. Signing the
packing list is your confirmation of complete shipment. If delivery is incomplete or
damaged you should promptly file a claim with the delivering carrier. For shortages
determined upon receipt of shipment, a back order will be immediately issued and
priority given for earliest possible delivery. Shortages determined after acceptance of
materials will be handled as a special house order and will be given priority for earliest
possible delivery. The customer will be charged for these materials. If he receives an
allowance from Chief Industries, Inc., his account will be credited. Chief Industries,
Inc. liability in regard to shortages is limited to supplying the missing materials
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including freight charges by a commercial carrier. Claims for lost time or completion
penalties will not be honored.
Manpower Requirement Estimate:
Please note that the size of crew will vary depending
upon the size and complexity of the project and familiarity with installation procedures.
When appropriate your crew should consist of the following to ensure the project is
completed in the time frame allowed.
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1 worker familiar with components and drawings, Ground Level
1 worker to unload and stage parts, Top Level
2 workers installing parts & setting fasteners
1 supervisor
Tool and Equipment Requirement Estimate:
Please note that this is a partial list of the
tools and equipment needed for installation. Individual installations may vary.
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Appropriately rated crane
Open end wrenches and sockets
Impact wrenches with sockets
Standard drift pins, 9/16” tapered shank
Tips and Shortcuts:
The parts are packaged to reduce cost. For the most efficient
construction of the complete project please consider the following:
1. Unbundle and sort all components into stacks of similar parts.
2. Layout all parts as shown in the staging layout and directions in the manual.
3. Chief Industries, Inc. ships a minimal amount of hardware and fasteners. Collect all
dropped fasteners to ensure you have enough to complete the project.
4. Verify that you use the correct components in each Tower section before
proceeding to the next.
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Strength Staging Layout
All tower components such as posts, diagonals and horizontal braces are strength staged
according to six (6) different stages. As a result, each tower component has a different
designation. You must build your tower according to the directions supplied and stage the
components as specified.
A components stage designation determines where that specific component will be
positioned. The higher stage numbers indicate higher strength and will be assembled at the
tower base. The lower stage numbers will be assembled at the tower top. The rest of the
components are assembled in stage numerical order in between. Posts, diagonal bracing and
horizontal bracing are staged separately from each other.
Before you start refer to the staging layout drawing attached with shipment and sort the
tower components according to type and stage, in the order they will be used during
construction.
Shown below is an example of a staging layout. This is an example only – you must follow
the staging layout custom supplied with your order.
Tower Height = 65’
Post stage = 0
Diagonal stage = 0
5’ Post
5’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 60’
Post stage = 0
Diagonal stage = 0
10’ Post
10’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 50’
Post stage = 0
Diagonal stage = 0
10’ Post
10’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 40’
Post stage = 1
Diagonal stage = 1
10’ Post
10’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 30’
Post stage = 1
Diagonal stage = 1
10’ Post
10’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 20’
Post stage = 2
Diagonal stage = 2
10’ Post
10’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 10’
Post stage = 2
Diagonal stage = 2
10’ Post
10’ Diagonal
Tower Height = 0’
Post stage = 3
Diagonal stage = 3
10’ Base Post
10’ Diagonal
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Tower Height indicates
the tower height at the
top of each tower
section.
Example: A rise in
height of 5’ from the
previous section height
indicates a 5’ post and
5’ diagonal bracing.
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Post Stage is indicated
by the number of weld
dots near each post
end.
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Common Post stages
can be shipped in 10’ or
20’ lengths, according
to purchase order
specifications.
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Diagonal stage indicates
the section diagonal
bracing stage.
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Bolt Torque
The correct bolts and bolt torque values as specified and provided by Chief Industries, Inc.
must be used throughout the entire assembly of this Tower System. Failure to follow these
instructions could result in structural damage and/or failure of the Tower System.
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Catwalk to Tower Connection
Before starting make sure you have a copy of the packing list, this will assist you in
identifying the correct part numbers required for your system.
All local, state and federal safety regulations and requirements must be strictly observed
and enforced.
Installation is largely a matter of individual choice and experience. The following
general outline is provided for reference only.
Note: Leave all hardware (bolts, nuts, washers) loose until all components in a single
bay have been added. This will allow you to square and plumb each bay and ensure
that tolerances do not accumulate.
Note: Bolt heads are to be installed inside of the Tower bay.
Verify the correct tower type / style by looking at the weld dots located near the end of
the Tower posts.
1. Clamp the side weldments to the tower posts top and bottom with the
supplied clamps as shown in the following illustrations. These
connections will require (8) 3/4” x 2” Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and
nut.
Side
Weldment
(4) ¾” x 2” Bolts
Clamp
Tower Post
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2. Bolt the mid angles to the side weldments and mid angle clamps to the
tower diagonals as shown in the following illustrations. The diagonal
spacer will be removed and the mid angles will replace it. These
connections will require (4) 3/4” x 2” Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and
nut.
Side
Weldment
Mid Angle
¾” x 2” Bolt
Mid Angle
¾” x 2” Bolt
Mid Angle
¾” x 2” Bolts
Mid Angle
Clamp
3. The platform height will need to be located to determine the kicker angle
locations (Option A or Option B). The platform height will also
determine the orientation of the access bracing as well. See illustrations in
following pages.
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Access
Bracing
Platform
Kicker
Angles
Corner
Clamp
Corner
Clamp
Kicker Angle
Conn.
Kicker Angle
Conn.
Platform Height Positions (Option A)
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Platform
Access
Bracing
Kicker
Angles
Platform Height Positions (Option B)
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4. Once the platform height has been determined, bolt the platform to the side
weldments as shown in the following illustrations. These connections will
require (4) 3/4” x 2” Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and nut.
Platform
Side
Weldment
(2) ¾” x 2”
Bolts
5. Measure the distance from the bottom hole of the platform to the bottom
hole of the side weldment (Option A), or the hole on the kicker angle
connector (Option B) as shown. This will be the hole to hole dimension
to determine the kicker angle length. Cut kicker angles as needed.
Kicker
Angle
Cut Kicker
Angles as
required
Kicker
Angle
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6. Once the kicker angle lengths have been determined, bolt them to the
platform and the side weldments (Option A), or kicker angle connector
(Option B) as shown. These connections will require (4) 3/4” x 2-1/2”
Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and nut.
¾” x 2-½”
Bolts
Kicker
Angles
Kicker
Angles
¾” x 2-½”
Bolts
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Access Bracing
The catwalk to tower connection can be used
with access bracing (purchased separately).
Access braces are installed in a tower whenever
equipment is installed through the tower, or
when the diagonal bracing may interfere with
the proper placement of spouting or other
equipment. Access bracing may also be
installed for personnel access to specific areas
of the tower. A-access bracing shown but Zaccess bracing available as well.
Note: Caution should be exercised when installing access bracing. Only remove
existing bracing on one side of a tower bay when installing access bracing.
1. Bolt both ends of horizontal access brace. These connections will require
(4) 3/4” x 2-1/2” Grade 8 bolts with lock washer and nut.
Bolt one end of both the diagonal bracing pieces to the center ear of the
horizontal access brace. These connections will require (4) 3/4” x 2-1/2”
Grade 8 bolts with lock washer and nut. Bolts used inside the adjustable
slot require (2) 3/4” flat washers, installed one each side of the ear plate.
Bolt the other end of the diagonal bracing to the standard post ears on the
tower bay. These connections will require (4) 3/4” x 2-1/2” Grade 8 bolts
with lock washer and nut. Bolts used inside the adjustable slot require (2)
3/4” flat washers, installed one each side of the ear plate.
2. Torque bolts to required specifications.
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If access bracing is required, the tower diagonal bracing and horizontal brace
will need to be removed as shown.
Tower
Diagonal
Bracing
Tower
Horizontal
Bracing
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The access bracing will be installed in the orientation that best fits the
situation. Steps for installing access bracing are in the access bracing section
of this manual.
Access
Bracing
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Catwalk Connection
After the support tower structure has been assembled and secured in place the catwalk
can be installed.
1. Lift the assembled catwalk into place using rigging with appropriate support for the catwalk
as specified previously.
2. Locate the catwalk as desired over the tower support system.
3. Install catwalk support beams to catwalk cross braces.
a. Catwalk support beams must span two cross braces.
b. Support beams must contact the cross braces only and cannot be supported by
or be welded to the wind diagonal bracing.
c. Support beams must be fully welded at all contact points with 1/4” fillet weld.
4. Install the catwalk support beams to the catwalk to tower connection platform.
a. Catwalk support beams cannot be welded directly to the tower horizontal
bracing or be supported by any part of the tower. Catwalk support beams
must contact the catwalk to tower connection platform only.
b. Catwalk support beams must be located directly under the catwalk truss sides.
c. Support beams must be fully welded at all contact points with 1/4” fillet weld.
5. Repeat the above steps till all catwalk sections are installed to the appropriate support
structures.
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Catwalk
Support
Beams
Fillet weld at
all contact
points
Platform Height Positions (Option A)
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Catwalk
Support
Beams
Fillet weld at
all contact
points
Platform Height Positions (Option B)
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90 Degree Catwalk Connection
The catwalk to tower connection can be used in a 90 degree condition by using a
corner weldment (purchased separately).
Clamp the corner weldment to the tower post top and bottom with the supplied
clamps as shown in the following illustration. These connections will require (8)
3/4” x 2” Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and nut.
Corner
Clamp
Corner
Weldment
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Internal Platform
The catwalk to tower connection can be used in concert with the internal
platform (purchased separately). See internal platform manual for assembly
instructions.
Internal
Platform
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Wrap Around Stair System
The catwalk to tower connection can be used in concert with the wrap around
stair system (purchased separately).
Wrap Around
Stair System
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If used with the wrap around tower stairs, two bolt-on bracing brackets
will have to be used. The bolt-on bracing brackets will be bolted to the
side weldments as shown in the following illustrations. These connections
will require (2) 1/2” x 2” Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and nut. The
bracing angle connections require (3) 1/2” x 1-1/2” Grade 5 bolts with
lock washer and nut.
(2) ½” x 2”
Bolts
Bracing
Bracket #3
½” x 1-½”
Bolts
Bracing
Bracket #4
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Switchback Stair System
The catwalk to tower connection can be used in concert with the switchback
stair system (purchased separately). When used with the switchback system,
it cannot be used on the same side as the stairs.
Switchback
Stair System
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If used with the switchback tower stairs, two bolt-on bracing brackets will
have to be used. The bolt-on bracing brackets will be bolted to the side
weldments as shown in the following illustrations. These connections will
require (2) 1/2” x 2” Grade 5 bolts with lock washer and nut. The bracing
angle connections require (3) 1/2” x 1-1/2” Grade 5 bolts with lock
washer and nut.
(2) ½” x 2”
Bolts
Bracing
Bracket #1
½” x 1-½”
Bolts
Bracing
Bracket #2
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Summary
While we do not intend to suggest that the preceding assembly instructions are the only
way to install Tower Systems, experienced contractors indicate that we have described
the quickest, safest, and most cost-effective method.
Separate assembly instructions and installation information is provided when required
for accessory items.
Unless stated in the quotation, Chief Industries Inc. is not responsible for the design of
any equipment locations, external interference, required loadings, and/or additional
attachments that may be placed upon Tower System products.
Common sense safety precautions should always be observed. Chief Industries Inc.
will accept no liability arising from the misuse of equipment. Always Work Safely!
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Should you have any questions concerning assembly instructions, parts or drawings,
please feel free to contact us at any of the following.
 Chief Industries, Inc.
4400 East 39th Street • PO Box 848
Kearney, NE 68847
Phone 800.359.7600
For more information about Chief Industries, Inc. and additional products or services visit our website
www.agri.chiefind.com
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