The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) has published the fourth edition of its HVAC Duct Systems Inspection Guide which is available digitally and in print.
The manual contains guidelines for inspection of commercial HVAC duct systems for compliance with SMACNA/ANSI HVAC Duct Construction Standards, Metal and Flexible, (4th edition), Fibrous Glass Duct Construction Standard (8th edition) and Phenolic Duct Construction Standards (1st edition).
It reviews materials and reinforcement of duct systems, as well as assembly and supports of ducts.
The Fire, Smoke and Radiation Damper Guide (6th edition) also summarises the installation, maintenance, and inspection of fire life safety dampers.
The Grease Duct Construction Reinforcement Standards (1st edition) covers common construction and reinforcements for Type I grease ducts. Checklists are included for ductwork and fire dampers.
SMACNA CEO, Aaron Hilger, said the importance of inspection cannot be overstated.
“This manual, in conjunction with the other industry standards, expertly protect the systems we install and, of course, the buildings’ occupants,” he said.
“The updated 210-page standard was revised to provide contractors and facility owners with the information they need to apply effective and efficient solutions to their projects.”
The manual includes chapters on timing and risks related to inspection, as well as qualifications for inspectors, compliance, and quality control, among other topics.
SMACNA executive director of technical services & research, Eli Howard, said this manual is a valuable study guide for standards and to learn inspection procedures overall.
Technical standards and manuals developed by SMACNA members have worldwide acceptance by the construction and code community, as well as local and national government agencies.
SMACNA standards and manuals address all facets of the sheet metal and HVAC industry including duct construction and installation, indoor air quality, energy recovery, roofing and architectural sheet metal, welding, and commissioning.
Visit: www.smacna.org/resources/technical/technical-standards.