HVAC Sheet Metal Products

Tariff Relief for HVAC? Contractors Still Waiting for the Rulebook

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:46:58 -0400

A new Trump administration policy lowers tariffs on some HVAC equipment, but leaves contractors confused as complicated new rules and eligibility requirements take effect.

Airoverse, Lowder Brothers Bring Scalable Building Automation to Fort Smith School District

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:48:51 -0400

Airoverse and Lowder Brothers partnered to bring scalable, accessible building automation to Fort Smith School District, helping the district manage HVAC across 33 campuses and roughly 100 buildings.

Experts Weigh Cost, Codes, and the Future of HRVs/ERVs

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:43:54 -0400

AHR Expo experts discuss the evolving role of HRVs and ERVs in home ventilation, focusing on cost, energy codes, and practical challenges for builders and homeowners.

Thermaduct Unveils Thermatuff Phenolic Panels at AHR Expo

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:53:38 -0500

Thermaduct’s Thermatuff phenolic panels simplify HVAC duct insulation and installation by enabling use in pre-insulated, lined, and glueless sheet metal systems for commercial applications.

Malco Tools: Drip Edge Folding Tool

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:26:55 -0500

Engineered for durability and ease, the Malco 24″ Drip Edge Folding Tool shapes precise bends in standing seam metal roofing panels, boosting jobsite efficiency.

Malco Tools: Tin Master

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:41:24 -0500

Knock tin with style with a new tinner's hammer from Malco Tools.

Hardcast® Pan-Grip™ Epoxy Solution

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Hardcast® Pan-Grip™ is a multi-component, novolac-based, epoxy solution for sealing and repairing corroded or leaking drain pans and surfaces (while also preventing future damage).

Hardcast® Foil-Grip 1402 Rolled Mastic Sealant

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

Hardcast® Foil-Grip 1402 is a UL classified, pressure-sensitive, 40-year cycle, general-purpose rolled mastic sealant designed to provide an airtight seal on metal or flexible duct work.

How Cloud and AI Are Rewiring Building Efficiency

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:57:00 -0500

Explore how advances in cloud-based automation, open protocols, and AI-driven controls are redefining HVAC operations and demand response participation, offering contractors new ways to deliver value in an evolving energy landscape.

Delta Sheet Metal Delivers Same-Day Duct Sealing with Hardcast FOIL-GRIP® 1402

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

Since they began using FOIL-GRIP 1402 rolled mastic sealants, Delta Sheet Metal has delivered same-day testing and airtight performance on projects ranging from hospital retrofits to major airport terminals.

Malco Tools: Duct Board Cutting Tools

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 11:13:19 -0400

Malco’s new Duct Board Cutting Tools deliver fast, consistent v-groove and clean edge cuts for fiberglass duct board.

Industry Backs Bipartisan Push for Better School Indoor Air Quality

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 13:45:02 -0400

Industry leaders say the reintroduced Indoor Air Quality and Healthy Schools Act could reshape ventilation standards nationwide – and bring new opportunities and responsibilities for HVAC and sheet metal contractors.

Lennox to Acquire NSI Industries' HVAC Brands

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:53:32 -0400

Deal brings established HVAC brands under the Lennox umbrella and aims to boost distribution, digital capabilities, and customer experience across the U.S. and Canada.

ICB Conference Brings Contractors, Certification Together

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 12:55:10 -0400

Leaders and professionals in testing, adjusting and balancing (TAB) gathered in Albuquerque for the 2025 ICB Conference, exchanging insights on the future of indoor air quality, fire life safety, and workforce development.

Gripple Introduces TecLoc Conduit Claw for Seismic Stiffening in MEP Applications

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 14:20:41 -0400

Designed to streamline inventory and support code compliance, this IAPMO-approved stiffening clip enhances safety for critical infrastructure projects.

A Guide to Sheet Metal Clinching for HVAC Contractors

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 14:55:18 -0400

If you’re considering alternatives to spot welding or traditional fastening in your HVAC fabrication line, clinching is worth a close look.

Duro Dyne: Duro-Line

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:38:53 -0400

ade in the USA and backed by a 20-year limited warranty, Duro-Line addresses common industry challenges including price volatility and supply chain disruptions.

HVAC Manufacturers Invest in Innovation: From Production to Smart Controls

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:36:11 -0400

The HVAC industry is experiencing a transformation as manufacturers invest heavily in both production capabilities, as well as developing synergistic and value-added technologies.

Delta Launches Largest Engineered Plastic Cooling Tower

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 11:34:57 -0400

To produce the new cooling tower, Delta has opened a manufacturing facility in West Virginia, equipped with what the company describes as North America's largest molding equipment of its kind.

Video: Scented Products in Homes Cause Pollution, Requiring Air Changeouts

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Tue, 18 Feb 2025 12:00:00 -0500

Purdue engineers discover everyday scented products generate nanoparticles at rates that match or exceed emissions from both gas stoves and vehicle engines.

ETH Zurich Unveils Revolutionary 'Smart Walls' That Could Replace Ventilated AC

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:34:58 -0500

Researchers from Switzerland use 3D printing techniques create a dehumidifying material that could reduce building emissions.

HVAC Infrastructure Can Be Recession Proof

hmckew@bss-consultant.com (Howard McKew, P.E., C.P.E.) — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:18:33 -0500

When there is an infrastructure need, like a central air equipment failure, why not step back and assess how well was this equipment performing before it failed, asks Howard McKew, P.E. ASHRAE.

Trumpf Introduces Remote Operations Support for Automated Laser Cutting in the US

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:04:18 -0500

TRUMPF has launched Remote Operations Support, a new service designed to assist U.S. customers operating its TruLaser Center automated laser cutting machines.

Malco Tools Acquired by Aspen Pumps Group, Positioning Both for Growth

keatinga@bnpmedia.com (Austin Keating) — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 16:31:55 -0400

The acquisition positions Malco Tools as Aspen's North American headquarters, paving the way for an expanded footprint in the HVAC/R market.

AP Sciences Group: Portable Air Purification

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 13:02:32 -0400

This air purification and surface decontamination device has exceeded the requirements of the ASHRAE Standard 241-2023 for control of infectious aerosols.

Greenheck: HBT-321 Isolation Damper

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 15:06:17 -0400

The Greenheck HBT-321 is a heavy-duty, bubble-tight isolation damper designed for critical environments where leakage control is paramount.

Hemco Corporation: HEPA Filtration Paks

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:22:49 -0400

For enhanced air purification, the HEPA filter pack can be paired with a carbon filter pack to eliminate chemical fumes and odors.

Hranec: Tuff Duct System

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 13:22:20 -0400

Tuff Duct's durability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness claims will be important factors in its adoption.

NCMS: Corrosion Risk Tool

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 18:42:21 -0400

As the global battle against corrosion continues, this new NCMS tool could be a crucial addition to the toolbelt.

Titus: ESV-VP Single Duct Terminal Unit

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 14:15:28 -0400

With multiple control options, construction options and valve package configurations, the ESV-VP has the flexibility to serve a range of applications and project requirements.