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Retrofit Introduces Year-Round Climate Control to State Fair Building

Video: A new HVAC system for an old building deploys exposed, double wall spiral duct

August 15, 2023

E.L. Pruitt staff discuss challenges and learnings from a high profile retrofit project at the Illinois State Fairgrounds.

New Products from Gripple, Baltimore Aircoil Company and Griplock Systems

The sheet metal industry got three new products recently, check them out below

Austin Keating

August 3, 2023

Gripple fast trak installs quicker than traditional suspension systems, Baltimore Aircoil Company Inc. reinvents heat-rejection and Griplock Systems offers looping gripper.

Stock Spiral Duct for Negative Pressure Applications

Based on new data, the allowable negative pressures for which “stock” spiral duct can be used has been updated

Bob Reid

June 26, 2023

The non-corrugated, "stock" spiral duct can be used for commercial HVAC applications up to -1.0” WG through 42” diameter, up to -2.0” WG through 34” diameter, and up to -4.0” WG through 16” diameter.

6 Hurt as Ductwork Falls Into Resort Pool

The resort will conduct its own internal inspection, but for Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #9, that isn't enough

Stacey Winconek

May 8, 2023

Just days after the incident, Sheet Metal Workers Local Union #9 called for an outside investigation to be conducted.

AMCA Updates Air-Control-Devices Rating Publication 511

Used in general ventilation and air-conditioning systems, air-control devices include louvers, dampers, gravity ventilators, round spiral duct, and transverse duct connections.

May 4, 2023

AMCA Publication 511-21 (Rev. 12-22) is available free of charge in PDF format.

Pat Brooks Retiring from Ductwork Engineering Industry

After over 40 years of designing and researching ductwork systems, engineer Pat Brooks is closing out his unfinished projects and retiring.

Austin Keating

April 25, 2023

When asked what the most rewarding part of his career is, Brooks said “I like helping sheet metal contractors solve problems.

Doug Smith of Dynamic Systems Inc. Named MCAA Innovator of the Year

Smith is recognized by his peers for his leadership in research, process integration from virtual design to fabrication, and his ability to be a resource to colleagues.

March 17, 2023

The MCAA Innovative Technology Committee recognized Doug Smith from Dynamic Systems, Inc. as the 2023 Innovator of the Year at the annual MEP Innovation Conference hosted by MCAA, NECA and SMACNA.

SPIDA Golf Tournament, Service Award Honors Bill Bradford Jr.

Nominations are open until March 31 for individuals in SPIDA-member companies who exemplify values ranging from a hard work ethic to steadfastness and mentorship.

Austin Keating

March 7, 2023

Spiral Duct Manufacturer’s Association (SPIDA) honors Sheet Metal Industry Icon Bill Bradford’s legacy with an annual award recognizing employees throughout the industry who embody his ethics.