TMG TMG-DT4041CF - User Manual

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Summary

Shelter Assembly Process

Site Selection and Ground Preparation

Choose a solid, flat, level ground area for setup, avoiding soft or uneven surfaces.

Front and Rear Truss Assembly

Assemble and install the front and rear trusses using specified parts and connectors.

Middle Truss Assembly

Install the three middle trusses according to the diagram, ensuring proper alignment.

Joint Protection from Friction

Apply protective material around sharp joint points to prevent fabric friction and damage.

Erecting and Securing Trusses

Erect all assembled trusses into their final positions, securing them to the base.

Tension Cable Installation for Stability

Install tension cables diagonally on each side of the structure for stability.

Completing Front Truss Structure

Finalize the assembly of the front trusses, adding necessary components.

Completing Rear Truss Structure

Complete the assembly of the rear trusses by attaching all required parts.

Installing Top Support Tubes

Install the top support tubes to reinforce the structure's apex.

Attaching Front Cover Panels

Attach the fabric cover panels to the front section of the shelter.

Attaching Rear Cover Panel

Attach the fabric cover panel to the rear section of the shelter.

Installing the Main Roof Cover

Install the main roof cover, ensuring it's done on a windless day.

Tensioning the Shelter Cover

Securely tension the shelter's cover from side to side using specified hardware.

Summary

Shelter Assembly Process

Site Selection and Ground Preparation

Choose a solid, flat, level ground area for setup, avoiding soft or uneven surfaces.

Front and Rear Truss Assembly

Assemble and install the front and rear trusses using specified parts and connectors.

Middle Truss Assembly

Install the three middle trusses according to the diagram, ensuring proper alignment.

Joint Protection from Friction

Apply protective material around sharp joint points to prevent fabric friction and damage.

Erecting and Securing Trusses

Erect all assembled trusses into their final positions, securing them to the base.

Tension Cable Installation for Stability

Install tension cables diagonally on each side of the structure for stability.

Completing Front Truss Structure

Finalize the assembly of the front trusses, adding necessary components.

Completing Rear Truss Structure

Complete the assembly of the rear trusses by attaching all required parts.

Installing Top Support Tubes

Install the top support tubes to reinforce the structure's apex.

Attaching Front Cover Panels

Attach the fabric cover panels to the front section of the shelter.

Attaching Rear Cover Panel

Attach the fabric cover panel to the rear section of the shelter.

Installing the Main Roof Cover

Install the main roof cover, ensuring it's done on a windless day.

Tensioning the Shelter Cover

Securely tension the shelter's cover from side to side using specified hardware.

This document is a product manual for the TMG-DT4041CF 40' x 40' Dual Truss Storage Container Shelter, manufactured by TMG Industrial. It provides comprehensive instructions for assembly, important technical specifications, usage guidelines, and maintenance recommendations for the shelter.

Function Description:

The TMG-DT4041CF is a robust dual truss storage container shelter designed to provide a protected space for various applications. It is intended for use as a storage solution, offering protection from environmental elements such as sun, rain, and snow. The shelter is designed to be installed on top of shipping containers, utilizing them as a base for elevated clearance and structural support. This design makes it suitable for industrial, agricultural, or commercial settings where large-scale, temporary, or semi-permanent covered storage is required. The dual truss system enhances the structural integrity and load-bearing capacity of the shelter, making it more resilient to adverse weather conditions.

Important Technical Specifications:

Model: TMG-DT4041CF
Overall Assembled Size:
- Width: 12 m / 39.37 ft
- Length: 12 m / 39.37 ft
- Height: 4.5 m / 15 ft (ridge peak height) + 2.591 m / 8.5 ft (container height)
Shoulder Wall Clearance Height: 1.05 m / 3.4 ft
Components and Parts: The manual includes a detailed parts list with descriptions, lengths, and quantities for each component. Key structural components include:
- Truss Tubes: Peak arch tubes (L2509mm), upper rafter tubes (L1996mm), lower rafter tubes (L2898mm), and sidewall tubes (L2555mm) for both middle and front/rear trusses.
- Roof Purlins: Horizontal tubes (φ58x3040mm) for roof support.
- Baseplates: Various types of baseplates (W200xL340mm, W150xL200mm, W80xL200mm) for middle, front, and rear trusses, as well as for bottom tension bars.
- Tension Bars/Tubes: Top cover tension tubes (φ32x1993mm, φ32x500mm), bottom tension bars (φ32xL2740mm).
- Vertical and Transverse Tubes: Side vertical tubes (φ58xL2620mm), lower vertical tubes (φ58xL2640mm), middle vertical tubes (φ58xL2034mm), upper vertical tubes (φ58xL1616mm, φ58xL2146mm), transverse tubes (φ58xL2929mm), middle transverse tubes (φ58xL2784mm), and various upper transverse tubes (φ58xL2500mm, φ58xL2920mm, φ58xL2666mm).
- Support Tubes: (φ58xL2985mm).
- Fasteners: Hex bolts and nuts (M12x30mm, M10x50mm, M8x90mm), self-locking bolts and nuts (M10x80mm), self-tapping screws (M5x25mm), expansion bolts (φ16x150mm).
- Cables and Straps: Ridge steel tension cables (φ8x3500mm), tie-down straps (W38xL800mm), braided rope (φ8x160m).
- Fabric Covers: Front truss fabric cover panel, rear truss fabric cover panel, roof fabric tarp cover.
- Accessories: Ratchets, tube clamps (φ58mm), tension tube end water plugs (φ32mm), plastic hose (φ25x4000mm), connectors (φ25mm), cable connection plates (W90xL90mm), scratch-resistant tape (L10m), socket wrench (φ8mm).

Usage Features:

Container-Based Installation: The shelter is designed to be installed on top of shipping containers, which serve as the foundation. This allows for an elevated structure and utilizes existing container infrastructure.
Dual Truss Design: The dual truss system provides enhanced structural strength and stability, making the shelter more durable and capable of withstanding various environmental stresses.
Modular Assembly: The shelter is assembled from individual components, allowing for systematic construction. The manual details steps for installing front, rear, and middle trusses, followed by tension cables and fabric covers.
Weather Protection: The fabric cover is designed to protect the stored contents from sun, rain, and snow.
Non-Occupancy: It is explicitly stated that "This building is not intended for human occupancy," indicating its primary use as a storage facility rather than a living or working space.
Safety Guidelines: The manual emphasizes the importance of following local safety regulations and industry standards during installation, including wearing safety helmets, protective eyewear, clothing, safety harnesses for elevated workers, and proper ladder/cage operation.
Wind Considerations: Installation is recommended on a day with low or no wind, as assembly can be challenging in heavy wind. The roof cover specifically must be installed on a windless day.
No Alterations or Weights: Users are warned not to make any alterations to the structure or hang any weights on the frame during installation.

Maintenance Features:

Regular Inspection: After installation, users are advised to "Walk around and inspect the shelter periodically to make sure all components are still firmly secured and the whole shelter is well supported." This includes checking bolts, nuts, connection points, base plates, ropes, and tie-downs.
Cover Cleaning: The fabric cover should be cleaned regularly.
Snow Removal: "Snow accumulating on the fabric cover must be removed as soon as possible." The manual warns that solid ice accumulation increases weight and can lead to collapse or reduced lifespan. Users are strongly recommended to remove snow immediately and not leave any snow load overnight.
Clearance: It is important to "Keep 3 feet of clearance on all sides at all times" and "not allow snow to accumulate and pile up on the sides of the building" to prevent inward pressure and potential collapse.
Ground Conditions: The shelter should be kept on dry ground most of the time. The fabric dirt skirt should not be kept under water continuously, as this can cause deterioration.
Friction Prevention: During assembly, "scratch resistant tape" (part #37) is used to wrap around sharp points of joints to avoid friction between the fabric and the interface, which helps extend the life of the cover.
Frame Protection: It is recommended to "tape or add foam/rubber on the frame where joints connect and where it touches the cover" to help extend the life span of the cover.