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Home » ductwork

Articles Tagged with ''ductwork''

Manufacturer Reports

Pfizer Finds $35,000 Energy Savings Through Pilot Duct Sealing Project

Measured results confirm savings potential of duct sealing
November 11, 2019
Pfizer knew that much of the existing ductwork serving the various buildings would have to be incorporated into the upgrade plans.
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A Minnick’s employee applies duct-sealing tape for a customer.

Dare to Design (and Repair) Ductwork

Training your team in ductwork brings tangible benefits
Gordon White
Gordon White
September 23, 2019
Ductwork education is vital to ensuring comfort, allowing for the delivery of the most efficient and cost-effective air quality solutions.
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An undersized, leaky, and poorly insulated duct system.

Five Reasons HVAC Systems Don’t Maintain Comfortable Conditions

Hidden reasons the system might not be working
David Richardson
David Richardson
September 9, 2019
Let’s look at five hidden reasons HVAC systems might not keep up when the temperatures get hot, how to test for them, and potential repairs.
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Compressor failure - cracked piston. - The ACHR News

Sleuth the Truth Behind Compressor Failure

For contractors and customers alike, the biggest mistake can be taking breakdowns at face value
Robert Beverly
March 18, 2019

The weird thing about compressor problems is that — well, it’s usually not the compressor.

It’s probably something else. Can the technician on the job today figure out what that something else is? That could determine whether it’s a successful call and a happy customer or a visit that appears successful until the new compressor fails (after several additional costs and a lot of frustration).


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Duct leakage. - ACHR News

Duct Leakage Is Tricky Business

It’s complicated, so contractors need to make sure they are educated
Robert Beverly
August 20, 2018
As common as the duct leakage problem is, it’s also very easy to go in with less-than-adequate knowledge for solving the problem in customers’ homes due to all the possible variables in play.
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Flexible Ducts - ACHR

Follow These Three Vital Steps to Properly Resize a Duct System

David Richardson
David Richardson
July 2, 2018
In order to understand the foundational principles of duct sizing, a thorough study of ACCA Manual D is a great place to start.
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Mitsubishi Electric US Inc. Cooling & Heating Division: Ducted Air Handler

June 18, 2018
This air handler is energy efficient, easy to install, and flexible in its application. What sets the SVZ apart from other models is its one-to-one configuration and smaller footprint.
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Continental Fan Mfg. Inc.: Duct Fan

June 11, 2018
These fans are suitable for residential, commercial, and light industrial ventilation applications. The quiet and efficient backward–curved motorized impeller is capable of developing significant pressure, and the in-line configuration simplifies installation, saving time and money.
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Estimate Room Airflow in Six Steps - ACHR

Duct Dynasty: Estimate Room Airflow in Six Steps

Get your customers engaged by including them in the process
David Richardson
David Richardson
May 28, 2018
Several months ago, I wrote a Duct Dynasty article titled “Four Steps to Optimize a Duct System.” Since then, I’ve received numerous requests to expand on the simple calculations I mentioned that can help you estimate room airflow with a customer’s input.
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Ventilation - ACHR

Diagnose, Solve, and Improve Ventilation

Contractors educate homeowners on the role IAQ plays in their health, comfort
Samantha Sine
Samantha Sine
May 14, 2018
Poor ventilation leads to water damage, mold, and other issues in the home that cause respiratory problems, allergies, and other illnesses for the occupants.
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