With the opportunity to build on a blank slate, Hooper has dedicated more space to prefabrication for ductwork and other sheet metal projects.

SNIPS Sheet Metal Industry Icon for 2021 is David Daw, an inventor who’s been innovating in the HVAC fabrication industry for over 50 years. 

Prefabrication has become a necessary, cost-effective choice for many sheet metal contractors in the construction industry.

This guide explains some of the ways to help get the best results when welding thin sheet metal.

“This is hooking to a drop. All taps are offsetting and sloping for material runout towards one outlet around pipes and beams … Just thought it looked cool.” Indeed.

SNIPS Editor-in-Chief Emell Derra Adolphus says goodbye to a few of his favorite people in the sheet metal industry. 

An HVAC project spotlight submitted by Going Green Home Solutions.

How to fix it condensation that occurs when the surface temperature of the duct falls below the dew point of the ambient air.

PPI’s PROFAB Seam Pro machine is great for welding round and rectangular duct.

Located in Oakdale, Pennsylvania, HMF has a 60,000 square-foot semi-automated facility where they make their own spiral duct and fittings.