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David Burd

Why Fiberglass is the Ideal Insulation for Ductwork

In a podcast interview with SNIPS NEWS, David Burd of Owens Corning weighs in on the benefits of fiberglass in ducting
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
March 12, 2024
David Burd, Air Distribution Products Technical Manager for North America at Owens Corning, sits down with SNIPS NEWS to discuss duct insulation options and tradeoffs.
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Fiberizer

Why Flame Attenuated Insulation is Better than Rotary for Most HVAC Applications

While flame-attenuated marbles do add an extra step to production, they also add a step of quality control
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
March 7, 2024

Fiberglass produced on rotary equipment, with a less consistent distribution of fibers, is better suited for thicker insulation; whereas fiberglass produced from the flame-attenuated pot and marble method is more consistent.


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Chris Hronek of Tweet Garot Mechanical

SMACNA MEP Innovator of the Year Shares How He Addresses Manufacturing Bottlenecks

Chris Hronek of Tweet/Garot Mechanical wins SMACNA Innovator of the Year award at the 2024 MEP Innovation conference
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
February 16, 2024
Aligning the shop, office and management is essential to improving productivity, says the SMACNA 2024 Innovator of the Year.
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Vicon Lindab

Lindab Closes on Purchase of Vicon Machinery

Lindab triples its sales in the US with the acquisition of Vicon, a leading manufacturer of machines for rectangular ventilation ducts
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
February 13, 2024

Lindab group closed on its acquisition of Vicon Machinery from Matt and Tim Walsh on Thursday.


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Cables Aviation

Aircraft Cable Comes to the HVAC Sector with Suspension Systems

The versatility of aircraft cable has extended its applications to even the most unexpected areas, including interior design and architecture
Ryan Kwast
February 11, 2024

Originally developed for aviation purposes, aircraft cable’s unique design and properties have found applications in various industries, including HVAC.


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Congress

SMACNA Applauds House Passage of Tax Relief For America's Families and Workers Act

Legislation extends and reforms tax incentives that support the historic demand on the sheet metal industry to purchase expensive, productive new equipment
SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff
February 3, 2024

In a statement from Aaron Hilger, CEO of SMACNA, he called it an "essential piece of legislation that extends and reforms the R&D credit, bonus depreciation and equipment expensing.


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Manufacturing

Manufacturers Experience More Cloud Attacks Than Any Other Industry

Phishing, compromised accounts and data theft were the most common security incidents in 2023
SNIPS NEWS Editorial Staff
January 29, 2024

According to the survey, 64% of companies in the manufacturing sector suffered a cyberattack during the preceding 12 months.


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Aviation Snips

How to Care for Snips

Oil the pivot bolt, avoid sprung blades and fully closed jaw cuts to maximize the life of snips
Austin Keating
Austin Keating
November 13, 2023

Offset-right snips from Midwest, Malco and other companies are the most popular type of snips owing to their versatility: Cut upside down and you'll be able to cut offset-left in a pinch.


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Spotwelder

Why Purchasing a Roll Forming Line with Material Handling Increases Efficiency, Safety

Front end decoilers certainly can help speed up operations and various end-of-the-line material handling options are also available
Noli Cusi
November 8, 2023

Material handling equipment in front of and at the end of a roll forming line, can increase production and meet the demands of today’s customers as well as tomorrow’s customers.


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Aerogel-Fabric-duct-fiberglass-duct-aeroseal

Exploring Innovations in Ductwork for Enhanced Energy Efficiency

Adopting these innovative ductwork materials is becoming increasingly attractive for reducing costs
Bilal Abdul-Nasir
November 3, 2023

These innovations in materials and technology are not only reshaping the HVAC landscape but also paving the way for a more sustainable and cost-effective future.


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