A new coalition is working to upgrade HVAC systems and building materials in America’s schools, aiming to improve student health, equity, and learning by transforming indoor air quality.
A veteran HVAC expert argues that invisible duct leaks cost owners far more than they realize –
and that better craftsmanship and stricter standards can pay off for decades.
The electric vehicle (EV) boom is transforming the sheet metal industry, with mega projects sprouting up across the country. These massive EV battery plants require staggering amounts of ductwork.
Next time you recycle a beer bottle, consider this: it might just end up helping to make the world more sustainable, and quieter, one building at a time.
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.
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.
Professionals often recommend installing aluminum weather-resistant insulated access panels to conduct checkups on your HVAC systems, as it can be hassle-free.
Knowing when to replace your HVAC system will help prevent the most dramatic effects of aging — high maintenance costs, inefficiency and costly breakdowns.