Greenheck: HBT-321 Isolation Damper Its large size capacity, heavy-duty construction, and range of actuator options make it ideal for clean rooms SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff August 6, 2024 The Greenheck HBT-321 is a heavy-duty, bubble-tight isolation damper designed for critical environments where leakage control is paramount.Read More
How ASHRAE Standard 241 Controls Infectious Aerosols School IAQ Standard 241 helps schools go "above and beyond" the ventilation mechanical code Austin Keating August 2, 2024 Kenneth Mead from the CDC, speaking for himself and his family, which includes an educator, said there's good reason to follow ASHRAE Standard 241.Read More
Intuit Dome to Open with Innovative Sustainability Features NBA's first climate-positive arena boasts many HVAC innovations to drive a lower carbon footprint Austin Keating July 31, 2024 A novel under-seat air supply system minimizes waste and maximizes comfort at the Intuit Dome.Read More
SMACNA Releases Updated TAB Procedural Guide The 118-page manual includes chapters on general testing and balancing procedures and more SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff July 30, 2024 The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) has published the second edition of its TAB Procedural Guide.Read More
DOE Awards Funds to Industrial Training Centers See where the DOE's Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains is investing Austin Keating July 30, 2024 Map: Projects range from advanced manufacturing deployment to heat pumps and clean HVAC. See how each awards gets distributed geographically.Read More
Hemco Corporation: HEPA Filtration Paks Includes plenums and collars for easy duct connection SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff July 25, 2024 For enhanced air purification, the HEPA filter pack can be paired with a carbon filter pack to eliminate chemical fumes and odors.Read More
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Improve Indoor Air Quality in Schools Supporters of the bill range from the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association (SMACNA) to an allergy and asthma network Austin Keating July 25, 2024 U.S. Representatives Paul Tonko (D-NY) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) have introduced the Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act, endorsed by school and sheet metal groups alike.Read More
Pet-Friendly America Faces Growing Concerns Over Unpleasant Odors With pets increasingly seen in public spaces ranging from hotels to airports, IAQ offers a solution to the increase in odors Austin Keating July 24, 2024 The hospitality industry, with 806 million domestic trips expected in 2024, cannot ignore the impact of odors on guest experiences.Read More
Industry Veteran Keith Wentworth Honored with Hall of Fame Induction Wentworth played a crucial role in developing and promoting the AC478 accreditation Austin Keating July 23, 2024 Alongside Jen Heimburger, MBCEA past-president, Keith Wentworth is spearheading the development of a Metal Building Systems Assembly Curriculum. Read More
Hranec: Tuff Duct System The Tuff Duct system by Hranec Mechanical Contractors is made from G60 galvanized steel SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff July 23, 2024 Tuff Duct's durability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness claims will be important factors in its adoption. Read More