Ducting

Seal out the Pollutants

A well-sealed, leak-free ductwork system ensures greater comfort and better IAQ, and a spray sealant helps achieve this, says Billy Prewitt.

The seal of efficiency

Since duct-leakage issues have a direct bearing on the comfort level of occupants, the problems need to be addressed promptly, says Billy Prewitt.

Sick facilities – addressing mould in an HVAC system

Billy Prewitt, while highlighting the health hazards caused by mould, stresses that it is the job of the HVAC industry to offer superior service in design, remediation and future prevention to combat the problem.

Sticking points

John Guthrie draws a comparison between water-based and solvent-based adhesives and gives a few handy tips on adhesive selection.

Making the right connections

Flexible duct connectors reduce noise without sacrificing efficiency, says John Guthrie, and provides a checklist to help select the appropriate material to ensure high indoor air quality.

‘Fads’ versus tradition

Marian Pengyan Han discusses key aspects of fabric air dispersion system design and application and demonstrates why fabric ducting has an edge over traditional ducting systems.

Foolproof closure system for airtight ductwork

Having a leak-free system is possible and the four-bolt flange connection system provides these benefits after a quality installation, assuring the comfort level and indoor air quality of any facility, John Guthrie explains.

Condensation evaluation of permeable & impermeable materials for fabric textile ducts

In this article, Tawfiq Attari addresses condensation concerns in fabric ducting applications.

Signed & Sealed

In an age of stringent energy codes, and given the importance of energy efficiency in the building envelope, properly sealing ductwork is paramount to the building owner, argues John Guthrie.

Connecting the ducts

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